Poco M8 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $209 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 54/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M8 has the bigger battery (5520 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 837,903); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 178g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Poco M8 better?
- Bigger battery: 5520 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $209 vs $799
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 837903
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 3000
- Lighter: 162g vs 178g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 34/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 20 points higher (74/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 leads (54/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Poco M8 — 66/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Poco M8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (77/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (54/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 837903 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5520 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $209 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco M8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco M8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Poco M8 by 70.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $590. Poco M8 was $590 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (89/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Poco M8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (77/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (54/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M8 by 20 points (74/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.