Poco F8 Ultra vs Poco X8s
The Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Poco X8s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4; launch prices were $729 and $437. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 67/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6330); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,862,914 vs 1,464,882); the Poco X8s is noticeably lighter (187g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Ultra
Poco X8s
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3862914 vs 1464882
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6330 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Poco X8s better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $437 vs $729
- Better portability (65/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Ultra vs the Poco X8s, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 22 points higher (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 69/100). Value score: Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100, Poco X8s — 60/100; 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, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8s (97/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8s (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8s (85/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8s notably outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (65/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Ultra | Poco X8s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3862914 | 1464882 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 4106 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1220x2656 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6330 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $437 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8s
- 6.3" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2656
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Poco X8s
- 6330 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Ultra and Poco X8s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Poco X8s by 163.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $292. Poco X8s was $292 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8s (97/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8s (90/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8s (85/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8s notably outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (65/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Poco X8s?
The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8s by 22 points (89/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Ultra and the Poco X8s?
The Poco F8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Poco X8s — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Poco X8s?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Poco X8s?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Ultra over the Poco X8s?
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. The Poco X8s is a better fit for active users.