Reviewers rate these two about the same overall: the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 8.4/10 and the Vivo V70 8.3/10. The Poco X8 Pro Max comes out ahead on battery life, performance and charging. The Vivo V70 is stronger on camera, software and design & build. They’re level on display and value. At launch in India the Poco X8 Pro Max cost ₹42,999 and the Vivo V70 ₹45,999.
Updated 9 October 2026 · Scores from our review roundups of each phone
| Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo V70 | Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.4/10 | 8.3/10 | Level |
| Camera | 7.3 | 8.7 | Vivo V70 |
| Battery life | 9.8 | 9.0 | Poco X8 Pro Max |
| Performance | 9.1 | 7.5 | Poco X8 Pro Max |
| Display | 9.3 | 9.1 | Level |
| Software | 5.6 | 7.3 | Vivo V70 |
| Charging | 8.5 | 8.0 | Poco X8 Pro Max |
| Design & build | 8.1 | 8.9 | Vivo V70 |
| Value | 8.1 | 8.2 | Level |
| Confidence | High | High | |
| Reviewed in depth by | 7 outlets | 7 outlets | |
| Launch price (India) | ₹42,999 | ₹45,999 | |
| Launched | March 2026 | February 2026 |
Choose the Poco X8 Pro Max if…
Gamers and heavy users who put battery life, screen brightness and speed ahead of camera and software polish.
Look elsewhere if: You want a clean, ad-free interface, a compact phone, or a camera that is consistent in every condition.
Read the full Poco X8 Pro Max review roundup
Choose the Vivo V70 if…
Buyers who want a compact phone with strong cameras, a bright screen and battery that lasts a day or more.
Look elsewhere if: You want top gaming performance, a clean software experience or wireless charging.
Read the full Vivo V70 review roundup
How we compare
Both phones’ scores come from their review roundups on this site, on the same 10-point scale: we read the in-depth reviews of each, weigh them by how much testing they did, and combine them. A gap under 0.3 points is shown as level. Prices are Indian launch prices. How we score.