Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy M17e
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $350 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 43/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 524,785); the Poco X8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't.
Poco X8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Lighter: 196g vs 199g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 55/100)
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $350
- Overall rating 43/100
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy M17e, the Poco X8 Pro scores 21 points higher (64/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy M17e — 64/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (76/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy M17e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $140 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy M17e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 277.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $210. Samsung Galaxy M17e was $210 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (76/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (83/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (68/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e by 21 points (64/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17e — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy M17e is a better fit for everyday use.