Poco X8s vs Vivo X500
The Poco X8s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $437 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 67/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6330); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,464,882); the Poco X8s is noticeably lighter (187g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8s
Vivo X500
What makes Poco X8s better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 187g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $437 vs $820
- Better portability (65/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1464882
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6330 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8s vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 22 points higher (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 69/100). Value score: Poco X8s — 60/100, Vivo X500 — 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 X500 notably outperforms the Poco X8s (96/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco X8s (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco X8s (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (65/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8s | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1464882 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2656 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6330 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $437 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8s
- 6.3" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2656
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8s
- 6330 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8s and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Poco X8s by 62.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $383. Poco X8s was $383 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco X8s (96/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco X8s (87/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Poco X8s (84/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8s notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (65/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco X8s by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8s and the Vivo X500?
The Poco X8s has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8s or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8s over the Vivo X500?
The Poco X8s is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.