Poco F9 Pro vs Poco X6 5G
Compare Poco F9 Pro vs Poco X6 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series (SM8850-1-AB) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 (4 nm), 200MP vs 64MP…
Poco
F9 Pro
$699
10categories won
Poco
X6 5G
$249
7categories won
4 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Poco F9 Pro takes the overall win
The Poco F9 Pro claims the overall win over the Poco X6 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. For battery longevity and charging speed, the F9 Pro takes the lead, while the X6 5G is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the F9 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the X6 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
F9 Pro wins on endurance with 6,330 mAh and 100W fast charging.
X6 5G provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 (4 nm) and 12GB RAM.
F9 Pro wins photography with 200MP main imaging and 2.5x dedicated optical zoom.
X6 5G wins on budget and value at $249 compared to $699.
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.
F9 Pro vs X6 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | F9 Pro | X6 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.59" | 6.67" |
| Resolution | 1156 x 2510 | 1220 x 2712Winner |
| Pixel density | 419 ppi | 446 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 185 HzWinner | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4500 nitsWinner | 1800 nits |
Performance
| Specification | F9 Pro | X6 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series (SM8850-1-AB) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Process node | 3 nmWinner | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 2,400,000 | 3,200,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 8900 | 10800Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | F9 Pro | X6 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 200 MPWinner | 64 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 2.5x | — |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 16 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 4K at 30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | F9 Pro | X6 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,330 mAhWinner | 5,100 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 67 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | 25 W |
Design
| Specification | F9 Pro | X6 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 206 g | 181 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.8 mm | 7.98 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP54 |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum frame, glass-fiber reinforced plastic back | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus front, plastic frame and glossy back |
Software and support
| Specification | F9 Pro | X6 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 16 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14/15 (HyperOS) |
| OS updates | 4 yearsWinner | 3 years |
| Security updates | 4 yearsWinner | 3 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | F9 Pro | X6 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699 | $249Winner |
Poco F9 Pro
The Poco F9 Pro is a high-performance $699 smartphone aimed at gamers and power users. It pairs Qualcomm's cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series chipset with an enormous 6330 mAh silicon-carbon battery. While its plastic back and 8MP ultrawide camera show cost-cutting, its 185Hz AMOLED display makes it a formidable mid-range flagship.
- Display
- 6.59"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series (SM8850-1-AB)
- Main camera
- 200MP
- Battery
- 6,330mAh
Poco X6 5G
The Poco X6 5G dominated the sub-$250 mid-range tier by offering an ultra-sharp 1.5K 120Hz Flow AMOLED display with Dolby Vision, optical image stabilization on its 64MP camera, Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, and flagship Gorilla Glass Victus.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 64MP
- Battery
- 5,100mAh