Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $469 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 63/100 vs 62/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 2,629,444); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2970
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9490
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $469 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 13/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 2629444
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 218g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 1 points higher (63/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (73/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (77/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (96/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (78/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 163 g | |
| Price | $469 | $1099 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 13.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $630. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $630.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (73/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (77/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (96/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for active users.