Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Xcover7
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 38/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4050); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 513,809); the Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (218g vs 240g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Xcover7
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Lighter: 218g vs 240g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 23/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 better?
- Overall rating 38/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 33 points higher (71/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 (46/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 688 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1900 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4050 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, One UI 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 169.0×80.1×10.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 240 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Xcover7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Xcover7
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Xcover7
- 4050 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Xcover7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 by 406.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy Xcover7
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 (84/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 (77/100 vs 23/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 (46/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 by 33 points (71/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7 — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Xcover7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.