Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $469 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 57/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 2,629,444); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $469 vs $1099
- Better camera (32/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 2629444
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 9553
- Lighter: 180g vs 218g
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 65/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 5 points higher (62/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (77/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (75/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (78/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 11051 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 180 g | |
| Price | $469 | $1099 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 16.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $630. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $630.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (77/100 vs 23/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (75/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 57/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.