Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $389 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 64/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3900); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 1,660,456); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 196g).
Poco X8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 1660456
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1553
- Lighter: 168g vs 196g
- Cheaper: $229 vs $389
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 57/100)
- Better value for money (90/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 2 points higher (66/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (68/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (83/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (90/100 vs 66/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 1660456 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 168 g | |
| Price | $389 | $229 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 19.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $160. Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper by $160.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (68/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (83/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (90/100 vs 66/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 edges out the Poco X8 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.