Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $350 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 64/100 (a 20-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 S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 1,982,033); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 214g).
Poco X8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Lighter: 196g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $350 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 61/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 51/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 1982033
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 6403
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 83/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 20 points higher (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 61/100). 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 S26 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $350 | $1299 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Poco X8 Pro by 43.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $949. Poco X8 Pro is cheaper by $949.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 61/100).
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 S26 Ultra is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro by 20 points (84/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.