Poco X8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Poco X8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $389 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 55/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 has the bigger battery (8340 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 829,894); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Poco X8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8340 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $389 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2892
- Lighter: 201g vs 223g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 18 points higher (73/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 leads (69/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 — 40/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (69/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (74/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8340 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 223 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $389 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Poco X8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- 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
- 8340 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Poco X8 by 75.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1610. Poco X8 was $1610 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 (50/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (69/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (74/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably better than the Poco X8 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Poco X8 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.