Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A36
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; launch prices were $469 and $330. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 52/100 (a 19-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 (3,032,039 vs 840,353); the Samsung Galaxy A36 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A36
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 840353
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A36 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $469
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A36, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 19 points higher (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy A36 — 40/100; 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 A36 (90/100 vs 55/100). 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 A36 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A36 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 840353 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 1013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 3000 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $330 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 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 A36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A36, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A36 by 260.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $139. Samsung Galaxy A36 was $139 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (90/100 vs 55/100).
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 A36 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A36 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A36 — 52/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.