Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $469 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 66/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3900); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S23
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 218g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 5 points higher (71/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100; 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 (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (77/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (83/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1656761 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 57.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $330. Poco X8 Pro Max was $330 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (77/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (83/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 by just 5 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?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users.