Poco F6 vs Poco F8 Pro
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $290 and $529. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 63/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,024,818 vs 1,704,455); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Poco F8 Pro
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $529
- Better portability (72/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3024818 vs 1704455
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5017
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Poco F8 Pro, the Poco F8 Pro scores 16 points higher (79/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, Poco F8 Pro — 78/100; 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 Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco F6 (91/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 83/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (70/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Poco F8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1704455 | 3024818 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6210 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $529 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Poco F8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Poco F6 by 43.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $239. Poco F6 was $239 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco F6 (91/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 83/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (70/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Poco F8 Pro?
The Poco F8 Pro is noticeably better than the Poco F6 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Poco F8 Pro?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Poco F8 Pro — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F6 or the Poco F8 Pro?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on camera score (70/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Poco F8 Pro?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Poco F8 Pro?
The Poco F6 is a better fit for active users. The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.