The POCO is noticeably cheaper and faster. The Samsung has a telephoto, wireless charging and One UI.
Short answer
POCO X8 Pro Max - Dimensity 9500s, 8500 mAh, 100 W, 12/256 GB. Galaxy S25 FE - an 8 MP telephoto, 15 W wireless, lighter (190 g).
Key differences
| Spec | POCO X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Samsung Exynos 2400 |
| Display | 6.83", AMOLED, 1280×2772, 120 Hz | 6.7", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1080×2340, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB | 8/512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP + 8 MP | 50 MP + 12 MP + 8 MP |
| Front | 20 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4900 mAh |
| Charging | 100 W | 45 W / 15 W wireless |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 8.2 mm / 218 g | 7.4 mm / 190 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chips
MediaTek Dimensity 9500s and Samsung Exynos 2400. The Dimensity 9500s is much faster.
Battery
8500 mAh and 100 W vs 4900 mAh and 45 W.
Cameras
50 + 12 + 8 MP with a telephoto on the Samsung vs 50 + 8 MP on the POCO.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Speed, battery, price - POCO X8 Pro Max.
- Cameras and ecosystem - Galaxy S25 FE.
FAQ
Does the POCO have wireless charging?
According to its device page - no.
How much memory does the S25 FE have?
8/512 GB.
Which is cheaper?
The POCO.