Poco F9 Pro vs Poco X9 Pro
Compare Poco F9 Pro vs Poco X9 Pro side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series (SM8850-1-AB) vs MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra, 200MP vs 50MP…
Poco
F9 Pro
$699
7categories won
Poco
X9 Pro
$349
10categories won
4 categories tied · 21 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 F9 Pro, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the F9 Pro leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the X9 Pro. Choose the X9 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the F9 Pro if its specific hardware strengths 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.
F9 Pro wins photography with 200MP main imaging and 2.5x dedicated optical zoom.
X9 Pro wins on budget and value at $349 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 X9 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | F9 Pro | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3000 nits |
Performance
| Specification | F9 Pro | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series (SM8850-1-AB) | MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra |
| 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 | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 200 MPWinner | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 2.5x | — |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 20 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | F9 Pro | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,330 mAh | 6,500 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 90 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | 25 W |
Design
| Specification | F9 Pro | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 206 g | 194 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.8 mm | 7.9 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Glass front, aluminum frame, glass-fiber reinforced plastic back | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back |
Software and support
| Specification | F9 Pro | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 16 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | F9 Pro | X9 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | $349Winner |
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 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