Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A15
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; launch prices were $469 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 48/100 (a 23-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 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A15 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A15
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A15 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $469
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A15, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy A15 — 56/100; 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 A15 (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 554590 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A15 by 369.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $269. Samsung Galaxy A15 was $269 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (84/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 by 23 points (71/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A15 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.