Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 64/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 2,085,754); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Lighter: 196g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 2085754
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 9 points higher (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; 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 Fold8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (96/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (74/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2085754 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Poco X8 Pro by 38.3% 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 Fold8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (96/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (74/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Poco X8 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.