Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A04
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $469 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 19/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A04 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $135 vs $469
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 78/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (62/100 vs 19/100). 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 Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (60/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A04 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $469 | $135 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $334. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $334.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (77/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (60/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 by 43 points (62/100 vs 19/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A04?
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 A04?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.