Poco F3 vs Poco F8 Ultra

The Poco F3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $370 and $670. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 54/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,640,351 vs 994,842); the Poco F3 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 218g).

The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F3 by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F3
Performance 61
Display 79
Camera 36
Battery 42
Portability 64
Value for money
Poco F8 Ultra
Performance 97
Display 90
Camera 90
Battery 85
Portability 49
Value for money 90
What makes Poco F3 better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 218g
  • Cheaper: $370 vs $670

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3640351 vs 994842
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1298
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 3520
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4520 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 61/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 36/100)
  • Longer battery life (85/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco F3 vs the Poco F8 Ultra, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 35 points higher (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (97/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (85/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 notably outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (64/100 vs 49/100).

Poco F3: The Poco F3 is a better fit for active users.
Poco F8 Ultra: The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco F3 Poco F8 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 994842 3640351
Geekbench Single 1298 3640
Geekbench Multi 3520 11033
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4520 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Wireless charging 50W
Main camera 48 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm
Weight 196 g 218 g
Price $370 $670
Camera comparison
Poco F3
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
36
camera
Poco F8 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Poco F3
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Poco F8 Ultra
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Poco F3
  • 4520 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • Wireless charging: no data
42
battery
Poco F8 Ultra
  • 6500 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
85
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco F3 and Poco F8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco F3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
54/100
994842 AnTuTu
Poco F8 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
89/100 +72.7%
3640351 AnTuTu

Poco F8 Ultra leads Poco F3 by 72.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco F3
$370
Poco F8 Ultra
$670

Price difference: $300. Poco F3 is cheaper by $300.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (97/100 vs 61/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (90/100 vs 36/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (85/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 notably outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (64/100 vs 49/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F3 or the Poco F8 Ultra?

The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F3 by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).

What is the rating of the Poco F3 and the Poco F8 Ultra?

The Poco F3 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Poco F8 Ultra — 89/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco F3 or the Poco F8 Ultra?

The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 36/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco F3 or the Poco F8 Ultra?

The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 61/100).

Should you choose the Poco F3 over the Poco F8 Ultra?

The Poco F3 is a better fit for active users. The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.