Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 256GB vs Xiaomi Poco M 8 Pro 5G 256GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 6 of the specs we have recorded (prices checked 13 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh)
  • Higher wired charging: 100 W vs 45 W

The deciding difference here: battery capacity and wired charging.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Screen size

    6.7 in6.83 in
  • Resolution

    1080 x 24002772 x 1280
  • Processor

    Exynos 1380Snapdragon 7s Gen 4

Specifications side by side

20 of 20 specs

Scroll the table sideways to see the rest.

Spec
SamsungSAR 1,265
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 256GB specs
XiaomiSAR 1,273
Xiaomi Poco M 8 Pro 5G 256GB specs
Reference priceSAR 1,265SAR 1,273
ProcessorExynos 1380Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
Battery capacity5,000 mAh✓ 6,500 mAh
Wired charging45 W✓ 100 W
Main camera—50 MP
Years of OS updates6 years—
Storage256 GB256 GB
Memory (RAM)8 GB8 GB
5GYesYes

Facts come from each Amazon.sa listing. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Buying through our links costs you nothing extra.

Before you buy

Prices, availability, shipping and returns can change. Check the final details on Amazon.sa before you buy.

Similar comparisons

Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 256GB and the Xiaomi Poco M 8 Pro 5G 256GB?

Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 256GB: Exynos 1380; Xiaomi Poco M 8 Pro 5G 256GB: Snapdragon 7s Gen 4. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 256GB and the Xiaomi Poco M 8 Pro 5G 256GB?

No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 256GB and the Xiaomi Poco M 8 Pro 5G 256GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Xiaomi Poco M 8 Pro 5G 256GB: 6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in wired charging between the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 256GB and the Xiaomi Poco M 8 Pro 5G 256GB?

Wired charging is higher on the Xiaomi Poco M 8 Pro 5G 256GB: 100 W vs 45 W on the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.