Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $389 and $279. Both devices score the same overall rating of 64/100. Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 1,436,963).
Poco X8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Lighter: 196g vs 209g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 1553
- Cheaper: $279 vs $389
- Better camera (63/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 66/100)
The Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE received the same MobileRank rating — 64/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (76/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (68/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (76/100 vs 66/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 209 g | |
| Price | $389 | $279 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 37.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $110. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is cheaper by $110.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (63/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (68/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (76/100 vs 66/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
Both devices scored 64/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Poco X8 Pro.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.