Poco F8 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Poco F8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $499 and $799. Both devices score the same overall rating of 74/100. Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the Poco F8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 2,827,538); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Poco F8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 2827538
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 205g
- Better camera (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
The Poco F8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 received the same MobileRank rating — 74/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 leads (86/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Poco F8 — 70/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (86/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (89/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco F8
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 10.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Poco F8 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (77/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (86/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco F8 (89/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
Both devices scored 74/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Poco F8 (91/100 vs 89/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco F8 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.