Poco M8s vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Poco M8s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $189 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 51/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M8s has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 617,626).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8s
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Poco M8s better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 217g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $189 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 617626
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 938
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2183
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8s vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 29 points higher (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Poco M8s — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8s (92/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 88/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8s (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8s and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Poco M8s are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8s | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 617626 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 938 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2183 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, HyperOS 2 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.4×80.4×8.4 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $189 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Poco M8s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco M8s
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8s
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8s and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Poco M8s by 80.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1110. Poco M8s was $1110 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8s (92/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 88/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8s (81/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M8s and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (58/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Poco M8s are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8s or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8s by 29 points (80/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M8s and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Poco M8s has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8s or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8s or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8s over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.