Smartphones · Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S26 256GB- Storage:
- 256 GB
- Screen size:
- 6.3 in
- Reference price:
- SAR 2,894
Samsung Galaxy S26 256GB vs Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max 256GB: which one suits you?
The two differ in 5 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max 256GB is cheaper by SAR 515 (prices checked 12 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
- Has wireless charging; the other doesn't
- Lower weight: 167.83 g vs 225 g
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 515
- Larger screen size: 6.77 in vs 6.3 in · slight difference
The deciding difference here: wireless charging and weight and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Smartphones · Xiaomi
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max 256GB- Storage:
- 256 GB
- Memory (RAM):
- 12 GB
- Reference price:
- SAR 2,379
Key differences
Screen size
6.3 in✓ 6.77 inWireless charging
✓ YesNoOperating system
AndroidAndroid 16
Specifications side by side
22 of 22 specs
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 2,894 | SAR 2,379 |
| Memory (RAM) | — | 12 GB |
| Processor | — | Dimensity 9500 |
| Battery capacity | — | 8,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | — | 100 W |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP |
| 5G | — | Yes |
| Years of OS updates | — | 4 years |
| Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Front camera | — | 20 MP |
| Screen size | 6.3 in | ✓ 6.77 in |
| Display type | — | AMOLED |
| Resolution | — | 1280 x 2772 |
| Wireless charging | ✓ Yes | No |
| eSIM | — | Yes |
| Dual SIM | No | — |
| Water and dust rating | — | IP68 |
| Operating system | Android | Android 16 |
| Colour | Sky Blue | Black |
| Dimensions | 15 x 7.2 x 0.7 cm | — |
| Weight | ✓ 167.83 g | 225 g |
| Warranty | — | 1 years |
| Release year | 2026 | 2026 |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy S26 256GB and the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max 256GB?
No difference here: storage is 256 GB on both.
What is the difference in screen size between the Samsung Galaxy S26 256GB and the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max 256GB?
Screen size is higher on the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max 256GB: 6.77 in vs 6.3 in on the Samsung Galaxy S26 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in wireless charging between the Samsung Galaxy S26 256GB and the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max 256GB?
Samsung Galaxy S26 256GB: Yes; Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max 256GB: No. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.
What is the difference in operating system between the Samsung Galaxy S26 256GB and the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max 256GB?
Samsung Galaxy S26 256GB: Android; Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max 256GB: Android 16. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.