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).

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M8s by 33 points (84/100 vs 51/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Poco M8s

Performance 48
Display 88
Camera 30
Battery 58
Portability 44
Value for money 66

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Performance 96
Display 88
Camera 86
Battery 61
Portability 51
Value for money 78

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).

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.

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
30
camera

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 12MP
86
camera

Display comparison

Poco M8s

  • 6.9" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2392
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
88
display

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

  • 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
88
display

Battery and charging

Poco M8s

  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
58
battery

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

  • 5000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
61
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Poco M8s and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco M8s Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3
51/100
617626 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
84/100 +82.2%
3463142 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Poco M8s by 82.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Poco M8s

$189

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

$1299

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.