Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S24
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400; launch prices were $469 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 62/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 2,292,685); the Samsung Galaxy S24 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S24
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 2292685
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $799
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 218g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (82/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S24, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 9 points higher (71/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy S24 — 38/100; 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 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S24 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (77/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (82/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S24 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Samsung Exynos 2400 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 2292685 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 2115 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 6826 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| 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 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 158.5×75.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 167 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 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 S24
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S24, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S24 by 32.2% 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 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S24 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (77/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (82/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy S24 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S24 — 62/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is a better fit for gamers and power users.