Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $350 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 75/100 vs 63/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 1,977,887); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Lighter: 196g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 1977887
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 6405
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 12 points higher (75/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (76/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (60/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 58/100; 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 Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (76/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (60/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1977887 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 145 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Poco X8 Pro by 35.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1649. Poco X8 Pro was $1649 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (76/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (60/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.