Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (2026) runs on the Exynos 2500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4900); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 2,289,696); the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is noticeably lighter (193g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 2289696
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 2285
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 7874
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 FE better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 218g
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Exynos 2500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 2289696 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 2285 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 7874 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 32.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (77/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE — 65/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users.