Google Pixel 8 vs Poco X6 Pro
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Poco X6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra; launch prices were $699 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 60/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X6 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X6 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,525,486 vs 1,443,431).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Poco X6 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1239
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 4265
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Poco X6 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1525486 vs 1443431
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 186g vs 187g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $699
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Poco X6 Pro, the Google Pixel 8 scores 8 points higher (68/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, Poco X6 Pro — 58/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Poco X6 Pro are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Poco X6 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 1525486 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1239 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 4265 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 / HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 160.5×74.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $299 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Poco X6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X6 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Poco X6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Poco X6 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X6 Pro leads Google Pixel 8 by 5.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Poco X6 Pro was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Poco X6 Pro are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (79/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Poco X6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8 edges out the Poco X6 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Poco X6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Poco X6 Pro — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Poco X6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Poco X6 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Poco X6 Pro is a better fit for active users.