Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A56
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580; launch prices were $469 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 60/100 (a 11-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 1,223,886); the Samsung Galaxy A56 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A56
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1223886
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1353
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3832
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $499
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A56 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 218g
- Better camera (53/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A56, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 11 points higher (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (53/100 vs 37/100). 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 A56 — 42/100; 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A56 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Exynos 1580 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1223886 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1353 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3832 | |
| 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 114 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 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 | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 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 A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A56, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A56 by 112.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Poco X8 Pro Max was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (91/100 vs 64/100).
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 Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (53/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A56 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A56 — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on camera score (53/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for active users.