Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $469 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 63/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,436,963).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $599
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 218g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 8 points higher (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (91/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $130. Poco X8 Pro Max was $130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (91/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (77/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users.