Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $469 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 62/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 2,629,444).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Cheaper: $469 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 2629444
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9553
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 214g vs 218g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 13 points higher (75/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (78/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $469 | $1299 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 25.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $830. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $830.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (84/100 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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (86/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (77/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (78/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.