Poco X8 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Poco X8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $389 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 55/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 has the bigger battery (8340 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 829,894); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Poco X8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8340 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $389 vs $799
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2892
- Lighter: 162g vs 223g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 20 points higher (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 leads (69/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Poco X8 — 40/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; 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 S26 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (69/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (89/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8340 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $389 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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 S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8
- 8340 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Poco X8 by 73.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $410. Poco X8 was $410 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (77/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (69/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (89/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 by 20 points (75/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco X8 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.