Galaxy S25+ vs Xiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
Galaxy S25+ edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Galaxy S25+
Xiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G
Galaxy S25+ wins 3 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedGalaxy S25+9079
- CameraGalaxy S25+9180
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryXiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G7895
- DisplayGalaxy S25+9089
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueXiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G5585
- Xiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G has the bigger battery10,000 mAh vs 4,900 mAh
- Xiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G has the bigger screen6.83" vs 6.7"
- Galaxy S25+ has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
- Galaxy S25+ has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Elite vs Snapdragon 6 Gen 5
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Galaxy S25+ wins — BeastScore 84.3/100
The Galaxy S25+ is the better pick for most people thanks to its more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB) and faster chip (Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Snapdragon 6 Gen 5). The Xiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (10,000 mAh vs 4,900 mAh).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB
Larger battery: 10,000 mAh vs 4,900 mAh
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy S25+ or Xiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G?
The Galaxy S25+ is the better pick for most people thanks to its more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB) and faster chip (Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Snapdragon 6 Gen 5). The Xiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (10,000 mAh vs 4,900 mAh). BeastScore: Galaxy S25+ 84.3/100, Xiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G 84.5/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy S25+ and Xiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G?
Galaxy S25+ has a 6.7-inch display and 4900 mAh battery. Xiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G has a 6.83-inch display and 10000 mAh battery.
How do Galaxy S25+ and Xiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G compare for speed?
Galaxy S25+ scores 90/100 for performance; Xiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G scores 79/100.
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