Poco X8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Poco X8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $389 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 77/100 vs 55/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 has the bigger battery (8340 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 829,894).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
What makes Poco X8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8340 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 60W
- Cheaper at launch: $389 vs $2199
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2892
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 215g vs 223g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 22 points higher (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Poco X8 — 40/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 62/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (44/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 3453998 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8340 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 223 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $389 | $2199 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Poco X8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8
- 8340 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Poco X8 by 76.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1810. Poco X8 was $1810 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (67/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 is a bit better (69/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (44/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 by 22 points (77/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Poco X8 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.