Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $350 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 64/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 2,085,754); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Lighter: 196g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 2085754
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 6405
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 16 points higher (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2085754 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" 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 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Poco X8 Pro by 33.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $949. Poco X8 Pro was $949 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (92/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.