Poco X8s vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Poco X8s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 67/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6330); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,464,882).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8s
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Poco X8s better?
- Overall rating 67/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1464882
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6330 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8s vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 25 points higher (92/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8s (100/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8s (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8s (85/100 vs 69/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8s | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1464882 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2656 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6330 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 187 g | — | |
| Launch price | $437 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8s
- 6.3" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2656
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8s
- 6330 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8s and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Poco X8s by 69.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X500 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8s (100/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8s (87/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8s (85/100 vs 69/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8s or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8s by 25 points (92/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8s and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Poco X8s has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8s or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8s or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8s over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Poco X8s is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.