Poco M8s vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Poco M8s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $189 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 51/100 (a 33-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 S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 617,626).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8s
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Poco M8s better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $189 vs $1299
- Overall rating 51/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 617626
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 938
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2183
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 217g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 58/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8s vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 33 points higher (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Poco M8s — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8s (96/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 88/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8s (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Poco M8s are nearly equal (61/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8s | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 617626 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 938 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2183 | 10686 | |
| 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 | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 850 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.4×80.4×8.4 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $189 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Poco M8s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 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 S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8s and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Poco M8s by 82.2% 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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8s (96/100 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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8s (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Poco M8s are nearly equal (61/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8s or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8s by 33 points (84/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M8s and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Poco M8s has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8s or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8s or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8s over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.