{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/samsung-galaxy-a07s-vs-xiaomi-poco-m8/",
    "generated": "2026-10-21T19:03:17+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Samsung Galaxy A07s vs Xiaomi Poco M8",
    "answer": "The Xiaomi Poco M8 is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 67 against 52 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and value for money. The Samsung Galaxy A07s is the cheaper of the two at PKR 45,999 against PKR 46,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Samsung Galaxy A07s",
            "slug": "samsung-galaxy-a07s",
            "brand": "Samsung",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/samsung/samsung-galaxy-a07s/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/ChatGPT-Image-Sep-13-2026-09_57_47-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 45999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-09-13T05:07:59+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 13,
                "camera": 59.9,
                "battery": 64.6,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 31.3,
                "value": 78.4,
                "overall": 51.5
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "September 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "167.4 × 77.4 × 7.6 mm",
                    "Weight": "188 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP54"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.7-inch",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1600 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "PLS LCD 90Hz",
                    "Protection": "Corning Gorilla Glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G99+ (6nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-Core, 2 × 2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 + 6 × 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16, One UI"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4GB / 6GB",
                    "Internal storage": "64GB / 128GB",
                    "Card slot": "Dedicated microSDXC Slot"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP + 2 MP Dual Camera, LED Flash, PDAF, HDR, Panorama",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP, f/2.0, Wide",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30/60fps (Rear), 1080p@30fps (Front)"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Ion (non-removable) 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "25W Wired Fast Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Dual-Band, Wi-Fi Direct, Hotspot",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.3, A2DP, LE",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Accelerometer, Proximity, Fingerprint (Side-Mounted)",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi Poco M8",
            "slug": "xiaomi-poco-m8",
            "brand": "Poco",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/poco/xiaomi-poco-m8/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-15-2026-11_23_45-AM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 46999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-02-15T06:32:56+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 52,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 62.8,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 31.3,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 66.9
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "January 8, 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "164 x 75.4 x 7.4 mm",
                    "Weight": "178 g",
                    "Water resistance": "Not Certified"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.74 Inches",
                    "Resolution": "720 x 1600 Pixels (~260 PPI)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G85",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (2 x 2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 + 6 x 1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G52 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15 ( HyperOS 2.0 )"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "6GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSD Card (Dedicated Slot)"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "Dual Camera Setup 50 MP (Main) 0.08 MP (Auxiliary Lens) LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "5000 mAh (Non-removable)",
                    "Wired charging": "18W Fast Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, Dual Standby)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.3",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Side-mounted Fingerprint Accelerometer Proximity",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "xiaomi-poco-m8",
        "margin": 15.4,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-a07s": 13,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m8": 52
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-m8"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-a07s": 59.9,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m8": 79
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-m8"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-a07s": 64.6,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m8": 62.8
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-a07s": 87,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m8": 87
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-a07s": 31.3,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m8": 31.3
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-a07s": 78.4,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m8": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-m8"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Samsung Galaxy A07s costs PKR 1,000 less.",
        "Samsung Galaxy A07s charges 7W faster."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Samsung Galaxy A07s or Xiaomi Poco M8?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco M8 comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 15.4 points. It wins on performance, camera and value for money. Samsung Galaxy A07s can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Samsung Galaxy A07s and Xiaomi Poco M8 in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy A07s is listed at PKR 45,999 and Xiaomi Poco M8 at PKR 46,999. That makes Samsung Galaxy A07s cheaper by PKR 1,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Samsung Galaxy A07s or Xiaomi Poco M8?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco M8 scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Samsung Galaxy A07s or Xiaomi Poco M8?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco M8 is the stronger gaming phone here. Samsung Galaxy A07s runs the MediaTek Helio G99+ (6nm) while Xiaomi Poco M8 runs the MediaTek Helio G85."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}