Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A21s
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850; launch prices were $469 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 29/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,614,916 vs 234,339); the Samsung Galaxy A21s is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Higher AnTuTu: 2614916 vs 234339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 836
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $469
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A21s, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 42 points higher (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy A21s — 18/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (90/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (84/100 vs 32/100). 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A21s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Exynos 850 | |
| AnTuTu | 2614916 | 234339 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 836 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $215 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A21s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A21s by 1015.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $254. Samsung Galaxy A21s was $254 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (90/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (84/100 vs 32/100).
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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s by 42 points (71/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A21s — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
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 A21s?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A21s?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy A21s is a better fit for everyday use.