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. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 74/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 3,126,402); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Poco F8 better?
- 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
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 3126402
- Lighter: 162g vs 205g
- Better camera (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 1 points higher (75/100 vs 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 — 64/100; 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 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 | 3161126 | |
| 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.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Poco F8 by 1.1% 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, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
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?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 edges out the Poco F8 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
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 — 75/100.
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.