Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2200; estimated prices are $450 and $310. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 67/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 1,434,169).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 1434169
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1588
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3958
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 218g vs 228g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 33/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper: $310 vs $450
- Better camera (69/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 84/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 74/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 4 points higher (71/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (69/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (76/100 vs 74/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Samsung Exynos 2200 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 1434169 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1588 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 3958 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3088x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 135 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 40 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.3×77.9×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 228 g | |
| Price | $450 | $310 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3088x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by 83.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $140. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is cheaper by $140.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (90/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (88/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (69/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (77/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (76/100 vs 74/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra leads on camera score (69/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.