Asus ROG Phone 9 vs Poco F6 Pro
Compare Asus ROG Phone 9 vs Poco F6 Pro side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 5800mAh vs 5000mAh…
Asus
Asus ROG Phone 9
$999
10categories won
Poco
F6 Pro
$499
8categories won
3 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Asus ROG Phone 9 takes the overall win
The Asus ROG Phone 9 claims the overall win over the Poco F6 Pro, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the two devices offer similar flexibility, while battery endurance leans towards the Asus ROG Phone 9. Choose the Asus ROG Phone 9 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the F6 Pro if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Asus ROG Phone 9 wins on endurance with 5,800 mAh and 65W fast charging.
Asus ROG Phone 9 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 16GB RAM.
Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.
F6 Pro wins on budget and value at $499 compared to $999.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Asus ROG Phone 9 vs F6 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | F6 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.67" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1440 x 3200Winner |
| Pixel density | 388 ppi | 526 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 185 HzWinner | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2500 nits | 4000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | F6 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Process node | 3 nmWinner | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,120,000Winner | 1,600,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10180Winner | 5220 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 1TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | F6 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Ultrawide | 13 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 16 MP |
| Max video | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps Gimbal OIS | 8K at 24fps, 4K at 60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | F6 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,800 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 65 W | 120 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 15 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | F6 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 227 g | 209 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.9 mm | 8.2 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP54 |
| Build | Armor aluminum frame, AniMe Vision programmable mini-LED rear matrix, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front | Aluminum alloy frame, velvet-textured quad-curved glass back, Gorilla Glass 5 front |
Software and support
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | F6 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 14 |
| OS updates | 4 yearsWinner | 3 years |
| Security updates | 5 yearsWinner | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | F6 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $999 | $499Winner |
Asus ROG Phone 9
The Asus ROG Phone 9 breaks display speed barriers with a 185Hz LTPO AMOLED panel, powered by Qualcomm's 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite. Features a rear AniMe Vision programmable mini-LED matrix that lets you play retro mini-games on the back, AirTrigger ultrasonic touch sensors, 6-Axis Hybrid Gimbal OIS, dual USB-C ports, and IP68 water resistance.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,800mAh
Poco F6 Pro
The Poco F6 Pro embodies the flagship killer spirit with a breathtaking 1440p WQHD+ 120Hz Flow AMOLED display reaching 4000 nits, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 horsepower, 120W blitz charging, and an aluminum unibody frame under $500.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh