Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A56
Poco X8 Pro comes out ahead overall, scoring 70% to 30% across the categories compared — particularly battery capacity (6500 mAh vs 5000 mAh).
Poco X8 Pro scored 70%, Samsung Galaxy A56 scored 30%.
Poco X8 Pro is priced around $367, Samsung Galaxy A56 around $369.
How Poco X8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy A56 Rank
Poco X8 Pro
Dimensity 8500 Ultra ranks in the top 49% of 37 chipsets we track.
AMOLED display ranks in the top 88% of 16 display types we track.
Aluminum build ranks in the top 60% of 5 build materials we track.
Wi-Fi 6 ranks in the top 75% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.
1080p@30/60fps front camera video ranks in the top 86% of 7 front-video specs we track.
4K@30/60fps main camera video ranks in the top 38% of 16 video-recording specs we track.
Samsung Galaxy A56
Exynos 1580 ranks in the top 87% of 37 chipsets we track.
Super AMOLED display ranks in the top 75% of 16 display types we track.
Glass/Aluminum build ranks in the top 40% of 5 build materials we track.
Wi-Fi 6 ranks in the top 75% of 4 Wi-Fi standards we track.
4K@30fps front camera video ranks in the top 72% of 7 front-video specs we track.
4K@30fps main camera video ranks in the top 88% of 16 video-recording specs we track.
Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A56: Display
| Spec |
 Poco X8 Pro
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 Samsung Galaxy A56
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|---|---|---|
| Display size | 6.59 in | 6.7 in |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | 2000 nits | 1200 nits |
| Display type | AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1268 x 2756 | 1080 x 2340 |
Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A56: Camera
| Spec |
Poco X8 Pro
|
Samsung Galaxy A56
|
|---|---|---|
| Main camera resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Ultrawide camera resolution | 8 MP | 12 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 20 MP | 12 MP |
| Main aperture | 1.5 f | 1.8 f |
| Front aperture | 2.2 f | 2.2 f |
| Ultrawide aperture | 2.2 f | 2.2 f |
| Optical image stabilization | Yes | Yes |
| Main video | 4K@30/60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Front video | 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Camera features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Best Face, LED flash, panorama, HDR |
Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A56: Battery
| Spec |
Poco X8 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy A56
|
|---|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 6500 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charge time | 48 min | 30 min |
| Wired charging | 100 W | 45 W |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A56: Performance
| Spec |
Poco X8 Pro
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Samsung Galaxy A56
|
|---|---|---|
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Chipset | Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Exynos 1580 |
| Storage options | 256GB, 256GB, 512GB, 512GB | 128GB, 128GB, 256GB, 256GB, 256GB |
Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A56: Network & Connectivity
| Spec |
Poco X8 Pro
|
Samsung Galaxy A56
|
|---|---|---|
| 5G (sub-6) | Yes | Yes |
| 5G (mmWave) | No | No |
| 5G capable | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 6 | 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi generation | 6 | 6 |
| SIM type | Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM/eSIM |
Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A56: Build & Design
| Spec |
Poco X8 Pro
|
Samsung Galaxy A56
|
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 201.5 g | 198 g |
| Thickness | 8.4 mm | 7.4 mm |
| Build material | Aluminum | Glass/Aluminum |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP67 |
| Available colors | Black, White, Mint Green | Pink, Olive, Graphite, Lightgray |
Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A56: OS & Software
| Spec |
Poco X8 Pro
|
Samsung Galaxy A56
|
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | HyperOS 3 | One UI 8.5 |
| OS version | 16 | 15 |
| Update policy | Not Specified | 6 Updates |
Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A56: Audio
| Spec |
Poco X8 Pro
|
Samsung Galaxy A56
|
|---|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | No |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone jack | No | No |
Poco X8 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A56: Extras & Features
| Spec |
Poco X8 Pro
|
Samsung Galaxy A56
|
|---|---|---|
| Desktop mode | No | No |
| Stylus support | No | No |
| Satellite connectivity | No | No |
| Wireless reverse charging | Yes | No |
Where each phone wins
Poco X8 Pro
- Battery capacity: 6500 mAh (vs 5000 mAh)
- Wired charging: 100 W (vs 45 W)
- Front camera resolution: 20 MP (vs 12 MP)
- Main aperture: 1.5 f (vs 1.8 f)
- Brightness: 2000 nits (vs 1200 nits)
- RAM: 8 GB (vs 6 GB)
- Storage: 256 GB (vs 128 GB)
- Bluetooth version: 6 (vs 5.3 )
- Dolby Atmos: 1 yesno (vs 0 yesno)
- Wireless reverse charging: 1 yesno (vs 0 yesno)
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Charge time: 30 min (vs 48 min)
- Ultrawide camera resolution: 12 MP (vs 8 MP)
- Display size: 6.7 in (vs 6.59 in)
- Weight: 198 g (vs 201.5 g)
- Thickness: 7.4 mm (vs 8.4 mm)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better battery capacity, the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco X8 Pro has the better battery capacity at 6500 mAh, versus 5000 mAh on the Samsung Galaxy A56.
Which has the better RAM, the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco X8 Pro has the better RAM at 8 GB, versus 6 GB on the Samsung Galaxy A56.
Which has the better storage, the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Poco X8 Pro has the better storage at 256 GB, versus 128 GB on the Samsung Galaxy A56.
Which has the better display size, the Poco X8 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy A56?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 has the better display size at 6.7 in, versus 6.59 in on the Poco X8 Pro.