Vivo iQOO Z8 vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Vivo iQOO Z8 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200, 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 55/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 1,240,821).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Z8
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Vivo iQOO Z8 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 55/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 1240821
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1239
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 3962
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Z8 vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 37 points higher (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (85/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Z8 | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 1240821 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1239 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3962 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.6" LCDIPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, OriginOS 3 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.8×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 200 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Z8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Z8
- 6.6" LCDIPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Z8
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Z8 and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Vivo iQOO Z8 by 74.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (100/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 (85/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Z8 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z8 by 37 points (92/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Z8 and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO Z8 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Z8 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Z8 or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Z8 over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO Z8 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.