{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/samsung-galaxy-f07-vs-xiaomi-poco-m8x/",
    "generated": "2026-08-25T17:13:35+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Samsung Galaxy F07 vs Xiaomi Poco M8x",
    "answer": "The Xiaomi Poco M8x is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 66 against 59 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, battery & charging and memory & storage. The Samsung Galaxy F07 still wins on camera and value for money, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Samsung Galaxy F07 is the cheaper of the two at PKR 26,999 against PKR 79,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Samsung Galaxy F07",
            "slug": "samsung-galaxy-f07",
            "brand": "Samsung",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/samsung/samsung-galaxy-f07/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-19-2026-10_16_33-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 26999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-19T05:34:24+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 23,
                "camera": 82,
                "battery": 62.1,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 18.8,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 58.6
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "September 21, 2025",
                    "Dimensions": "167.4 × 77.4 × 7.6 mm.",
                    "Weight": "184 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP54, dust and splash resistant."
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.7-inch",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1600 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "PLS LCD 90Hz, HD+,",
                    "Protection": "Not officially specified"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G99",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (2×2.2GHz + 6×2.0GHz)",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15, One UI 7"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4GB LPDDR4X",
                    "Internal storage": "64GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSDXC, Dedicated Slot, Up to 2TB."
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF + 2 MP, f/2.4, Depth Sensor, LED Flash, HDR, Panorama",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP, f/2.0 HDR, Portrait Mode",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps Slow Motion."
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Ion (non-removable) 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "15W Wired Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Standby (Dual SIM)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Dual-Band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.3",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (Side-Mounted), Accelerometer, Proximity, Light Sensor.",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi Poco M8x",
            "slug": "xiaomi-poco-m8x",
            "brand": "Poco",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/poco/xiaomi-poco-m8x/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-24-2026-10_22_10-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 79999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-24T05:29:50+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 59,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 81.3,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 31.3,
                "value": 43,
                "overall": 66.3
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "August 21, 2026.",
                    "Dimensions": "170.12 x 78.43 x 8.80 mm",
                    "Weight": "232 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP64, dust and splash resistant."
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.9-inch",
                    "Resolution": "720 × 1600 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate",
                    "Protection": "Corning Gorilla Glass 7i."
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 (4nm)",
                    "CPU": "octa-core",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 613",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16, HyperOS 3"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4GB/6GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128GB",
                    "Card slot": "microSD expandable"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, LED flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "8 MP, f/2.0",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps."
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "7900 mAh, non-removable Battery",
                    "Wired charging": "45W wired fast charging, 22.5W reverse wired charging."
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Standby.",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4GHz + 5GHz, Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.1",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, ambient light, compass, infrared blaster",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "xiaomi-poco-m8x",
        "margin": 7.7,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-f07": 23,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m8x": 59
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-m8x"
            },
            {
                "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-f07": 82,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m8x": 79
                },
                "leader": "samsung-galaxy-f07"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-f07": 62.1,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m8x": 81.3
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-m8x"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-f07": 87,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m8x": 87
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-f07": 18.8,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m8x": 31.3
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-poco-m8x"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-f07": 100,
                    "xiaomi-poco-m8x": 43
                },
                "leader": "samsung-galaxy-f07"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Samsung Galaxy F07 costs PKR 53,000 less.",
        "Xiaomi Poco M8x packs a 2,900 mAh larger battery.",
        "Xiaomi Poco M8x charges 30W faster.",
        "Xiaomi Poco M8x offers 2 GB more RAM.",
        "Xiaomi Poco M8x ships with 64 GB more storage."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Samsung Galaxy F07 or Xiaomi Poco M8x?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco M8x comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 7.7 points. It wins on performance, battery & charging and memory & storage. Samsung Galaxy F07 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 F07 and Xiaomi Poco M8x in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy F07 is listed at PKR 26,999 and Xiaomi Poco M8x at PKR 79,999. That makes Samsung Galaxy F07 cheaper by PKR 53,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Samsung Galaxy F07 or Xiaomi Poco M8x?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy F07 scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Samsung Galaxy F07 or Xiaomi Poco M8x?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco M8x leads on battery. Samsung Galaxy F07 carries a 5000 mAh cell and Xiaomi Poco M8x a 7900 mAh cell, with 15W and 45W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Samsung Galaxy F07 or Xiaomi Poco M8x?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Poco M8x is the stronger gaming phone here. Samsung Galaxy F07 runs the MediaTek Helio G99 while Xiaomi Poco M8x runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 (4nm)."
        }
    ],
    "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/)."
}