Poco F8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $529 and $1299. Both devices score the same overall rating of 79/100. Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 5000); the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,024,818 vs 2,780,751); the Poco F8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3024818 vs 2780751
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $529 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 9287
- Better camera (81/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
The Poco F8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Poco F8 Pro — 78/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 68/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3024818 | 2780751 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $529 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra by 8.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $770. Poco F8 Pro was $770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
Both devices scored 79/100. They are identical on performance — 91/100 for both. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Poco F8 Pro (60/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.