Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $350 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 64/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 2,085,754); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $999
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 2085754
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 6405
- Lighter: 190g vs 196g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S25+, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 7 points higher (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100; 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 S25+ notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (72/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2085754 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 45W | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 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 S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Poco X8 Pro by 35.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $649. Poco X8 Pro was $649 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (92/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (72/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ edges out the Poco X8 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.