Poco F6 vs Poco F8 Ultra
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $290 and $729. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 63/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,651,476 vs 1,704,455); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Poco F8 Ultra
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $729
- Better portability (72/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3651476 vs 1704455
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5017
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Poco F8 Ultra, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 26 points higher (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100; 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco F6 (97/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco F6 (85/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (72/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Poco F8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1704455 | 3651476 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| 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 | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $729 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Poco F8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Poco F6 by 53.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $439. Poco F6 was $439 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco F6 (97/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco F6 (85/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (72/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F6 by 26 points (89/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Poco F8 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F6 or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F6 is a better fit for active users. The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.