Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $469 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 62/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 2,629,444).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Cheaper: $469 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 40/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 0/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2629444
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9553
- Lighter: 215g vs 218g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (45/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 3 points higher (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $469 | $1999 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 33.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1530. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $1530.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (92/100 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 Z Fold8 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (77/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 3 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 Fold8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (45/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
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 Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.