Poco C61 vs Poco X9 Pro
Compare Poco C61 vs Poco X9 Pro side by side: MediaTek Helio G36 vs MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra, 8MP vs 50MP camera, 5000mAh vs 6500mAh battery, $89 vs…
Poco
Poco C61
$89
1categories won
Poco
X9 Pro
$349
19categories won
20 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Poco X9 Pro takes the overall win
The Poco X9 Pro proves superior overall against the Poco C61, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the X9 Pro leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the X9 Pro. Choose the X9 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Poco C61 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
X9 Pro takes battery honors offering 6,500 mAh alongside 90W charging.
X9 Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra and 12GB RAM.
X9 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics.
Poco C61 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $89 vs $349.
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.
Poco C61 vs X9 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Poco C61 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.71" | 6.67" |
| Resolution | 720 x 1650 | 1220 x 2712Winner |
| Pixel density | 268 ppi | 446 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 500 nits | 3000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Poco C61 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra |
| Process node | 12 nm | 4 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 155,000 | 3,200,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 860 | 10800Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 6 GB | 12 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Poco C61 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 8 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Ultrawide | — | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 5 MP | 20 MPWinner |
| Max video | 1080p@30fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Poco C61 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 6,500 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 10 W | 90 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Poco C61 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 199 g | 194 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.3 mm | 7.9 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP52 | IP68 |
| Build | Radiant ring glass back design, polycarbonate frame, Gorilla Glass 3 front | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | Poco C61 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 2 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 3 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Poco C61 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $89Winner | $349 |
Poco C61
The POCO C61 elevates ultra-budget design by pairing a genuine Gorilla Glass 3 rear finish with an eye-catching circular Radiant Ring camera halo, a smooth 90Hz display, Type-C charging, and side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
- Display
- 6.71"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Helio G36
- Main camera
- 8MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
Poco X9 Pro
Redefining entry-level performance, the Poco X9 Pro delivers MediaTek’s 4nm Dimensity 8500-Ultra, an expansive 6,500 mAh battery, 90W fast charging, and a 1.5K 120Hz AMOLED screen for under $350.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,500mAh