Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S24
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400; launch prices were $350 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 61/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 1,820,628); the Samsung Galaxy S24 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S24
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 1820628
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $799
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2115 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6826 vs 6405
- Lighter: 167g vs 196g
- Higher performance (78/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (82/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S24, the Poco X8 Pro scores 2 points higher (63/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (60/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S24 — 36/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (78/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S24 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (60/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (82/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S24 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 2400 | |
| AnTuTu | 1977887 | 1820628 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 2115 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 6826 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| 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 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 158.5×75.9×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 167 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S24
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S24, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S24 by 8.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $449. Poco X8 Pro was $449 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (78/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S24 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (60/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (82/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Poco X8 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S24 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 S24?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Samsung Galaxy S24 — 61/100.
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S24?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S24 is a better fit for active users.