Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A14
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A14 (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $469 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 39/100 (a 32-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 (2,604,459 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy A14 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A14
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A14 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $469
- Overall rating 39/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A14, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (71/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy A14 — 38/100; 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 X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (37/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 67 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, One UI 5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 167.7×78.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A14
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A14
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A14
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A14 by 328.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $269. Samsung Galaxy A14 was $269 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (84/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (37/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A14 by 32 points (71/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A14 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.