Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A03
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) and the Samsung Galaxy A03 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 16/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A03 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A03 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 196g vs 218g
- Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A03, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 46 points higher (62/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A03 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" PLS TFT | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A03
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 6.5" PLS TFT
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (77/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 by 46 points (62/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A03?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A03 is a better fit for everyday use.