Poco M6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Poco M6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $220 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 51/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M6 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco M6 Pro is noticeably lighter (179g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Poco M6 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (62/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 730
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1983
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 22 points higher (73/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro leads (62/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco M6 Pro — 58/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (96/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Poco M6 Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 730 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1983 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / MIUI 14 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | — | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Poco M6 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1779. Poco M6 Pro was $1779 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (96/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Poco M6 Pro are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 74/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro by 22 points (73/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Poco M6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.