Poco F8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $529 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 70/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 3,024,818).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9200
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $529 vs $999
- Better camera (70/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 3024818
- Lighter: 190g vs 199g
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Poco F8 Pro scores 9 points higher (79/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (70/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Poco F8 Pro — 78/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; 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 S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (70/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3024818 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $529 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" 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 S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Poco F8 Pro by 4.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Poco F8 Pro was $470 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 S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (70/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Poco F8 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26+ by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on camera score (70/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.