Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A06 5G
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; estimated prices are $450 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 40/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 524,785); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G is noticeably lighter (191g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A06 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (74/100 vs 60/100)
- Lighter: 191g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $130 vs $450
- Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 31 points higher (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (74/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A06 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 167.3×77.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 191 g | |
| Price | $450 | $130 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A06 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A06 5G
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A06 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A06 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A06 5G by 401.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $320. Samsung Galaxy A06 5G is cheaper by $320.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G (90/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G (77/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (74/100 vs 60/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G by 31 points (71/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A06 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy A06 5G is a better fit for everyday use.