Poco X8 vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Poco X8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $389 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 55/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 has the bigger battery (8340 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 829,894); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes Poco X8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8340 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $389 vs $999
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 2892
- Lighter: 190g vs 223g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25+, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 16 points higher (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 leads (69/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Poco X8 — 40/100, Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100; 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+ significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (69/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (72/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8340 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 223 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $389 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco X8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8
- 8340 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Poco X8 by 74.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $610. Poco X8 was $610 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (92/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (69/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (72/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably better than the Poco X8 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 and the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Poco X8 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.