Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 43/100 (a 28-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 513,809); the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is noticeably lighter (200g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Lighter: 200g vs 218g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A15 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1884 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 83 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 160.1×76.8×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 411.8% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (90/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (84/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (77/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 28 points (71/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is a better fit for everyday use.