Poco X7 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Poco X7 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $369 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 64/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X7 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3900); the Poco X7 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,930,851 vs 1,712,393); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 195g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X7 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S23
What makes Poco X7 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1930851 vs 1712393
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6100 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $369 vs $799
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1579
- Lighter: 168g vs 195g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X7 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 2 points higher (66/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X7 Pro leads (65/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Poco X7 Pro — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100; 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 Poco X7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Poco X7 Pro (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Poco X7 Pro (83/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X7 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1930851 | 1712393 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1579 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6100 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.8×75.2×8.3 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $369 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco X7 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco X7 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X7 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X7 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 12.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $430. Poco X7 Pro was $430 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Poco X7 Pro (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X7 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (65/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Poco X7 Pro (83/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X7 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 edges out the Poco X7 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X7 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Poco X7 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X7 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco X7 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Poco X7 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.