Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy A72
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $469 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 46/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 517,460); the Samsung Galaxy A72 is noticeably lighter (203g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy A72
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A72 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $469
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A72, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 25 points higher (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy A72 — 16/100; 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 A72 (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy A72 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 92 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy A72, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A72 by 485.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $19. Samsung Galaxy A72 was $19 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (90/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (84/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A72 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 by 25 points (71/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy A72 — 46/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy A72?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.