Quick Verdict
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Infinix Smart 8 Pro if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Infinix Smart 8 Pro if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Samsung Galaxy S26 if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Infinix Smart 8 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26
Performance
54.0
88.7 ★
Camera
76.0
78.0 ★
Battery
86.0 ★
66.0
Gaming
52.5
86.9 ★
Overall
66.1
83.0 ★
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26
88.7/100
Camera Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26
78.0/100
Battery Winner
Infinix Smart 8 Pro
86.0/100
Gaming Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26
86.9/100
Overall Winner
Samsung Galaxy S26
83.0/100
Best Value
Infinix Smart 8 Pro
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26
📷 Camera
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26
🔋 Battery
🏆 Infinix Smart 8 Pro
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Samsung Galaxy S26
💰 Value
🏆 Infinix Smart 8 Pro
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.60"
6.30"
Display Type
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 500 nits (peak)
Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen
Resolution
720x1612
1080x2340
Refresh Rate
90 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm)
Exynos 2600 (2 nm)
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
Xclipse 960
RAM
8 GB
12 GB
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
50 MP, f/1.9, (wide), AF Auxiliary lens
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94", PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, (ultrawide), 1/2.55", Super Steady video, LED Flash
Selfie Camera
8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2", dual pixel PDAF, HDR, HDR10+, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps)
Video Recording
Yes
8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
4300 mAh
Charging
10W wired Reverse wired
Fast battery 25W wired, PD3.0, 55% in 30 min, 15W wireless (Qi2 Ready), 4.5W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✗ No
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Dire
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
5.4 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✗ No
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
163.6 x 75.6 x 8.5 mm (6.44 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm
Weight
189g
167g
Build Material
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Colors
Rainbow Blue, Galaxy White, Shiny Gold, Timber Black
Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 13 (Go edition), XOS 13
Android 16
Our Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S26 is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 83.0/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Gaming. Infinix Smart 8 Pro puts up a strong fight and wins in Battery. However, Infinix Smart 8 Pro offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Infinix Smart 8 Pro
Pros
- All-day battery life
Cons
- Basic processor
- Average camera
- Slow 10W charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
Pros
- Strong performance
- Good camera quality
- Great for gaming
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Below-average battery
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Infinix Smart 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26?
Samsung Galaxy S26 is the overall winner with a score of 83.0/100, winning in 3 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Infinix Smart 8 Pro or Samsung Galaxy S26?
Samsung Galaxy S26 wins in camera with 78.0/100 vs 76.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Infinix Smart 8 Pro has better battery with a score of 86.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Samsung Galaxy S26 is better for gaming with a score of 86.9/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Infinix Smart 8 Pro offers better value at PKR 27,999 with a value score of 4.0.
What is the price difference between Infinix Smart 8 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26?
Infinix Smart 8 Pro costs PKR 27,999 while Samsung Galaxy S26 costs PKR 319,999. The price difference is PKR 292,000.
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