Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $350 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 66/100 vs 64/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,844,828 vs 1,980,009); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 196g).
Poco X8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $799
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2844828 vs 1980009
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 6403
- Lighter: 162g vs 196g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 2 points higher (66/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 44/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (68/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (89/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1980009 | 2844828 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $799 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Poco X8 Pro by 30.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $449. Poco X8 Pro was $449 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (68/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (89/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (90/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.