Poco X8s vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Poco X8s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $437 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 67/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 6330); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 1,464,882); the Poco X8s is noticeably lighter (187g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8s
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Poco X8s better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $437 vs $840
- Better portability (65/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 1464882
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 6330 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8s vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 22 points higher (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 69/100). Value score: Poco X8s — 60/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X8s (100/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Poco X8s (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Poco X8s (90/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (65/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8s | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1464882 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2656 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 6330 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $437 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8s
- 6.3" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2656
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8s
- 6330 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8s and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Poco X8s by 73.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $403. Poco X8s was $403 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X8s (100/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Poco X8s (78/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Poco X8s (90/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (65/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8s or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X8s by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8s and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Poco X8s has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8s or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8s or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8s over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Poco X8s is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.