Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; launch prices were $469 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 50/100 (a 21-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 754,064); the Samsung Galaxy A26 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A26
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 754064
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A26 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $469
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 21 points higher (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy A26 — 50/100; 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 A26 (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 754064 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2710 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A26 by 245.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $219. Samsung Galaxy A26 was $219 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (91/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A26 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (77/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 by 21 points (71/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 50/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.