Poco X8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Poco X8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $389 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 55/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 has the bigger battery (8340 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 829,894); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Poco X8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8340 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $389 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 2892
- Lighter: 180g vs 223g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 11 points higher (66/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 leads (69/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 — 40/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; 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 Flip8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 35/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (69/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (80/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8340 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 223 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $389 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Poco X8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8
- 8340 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Poco X8 by 73.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $710. Poco X8 was $710 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (93/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 35/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (69/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (80/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Poco X8 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Poco X8 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.