Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (2016) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7570; launch prices were $469 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 13/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is noticeably lighter (143g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 122
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 405
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 143g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $469
- Better portability (82/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 58 points higher (71/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime — 0/100; 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 J5 Prime (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (77/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (82/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Samsung Exynos 7570 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 122 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 405 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 2400 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 142.8×69.5×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 143 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $200 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime
- 2400 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Launch price difference: $269. Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime was $269 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (90/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime (77/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (82/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime by 58 points (71/100 vs 13/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime — 13/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy J5 Prime is a better fit for everyday use.