Poco F6 vs Poco F8
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Poco F8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $290 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 leads — 74/100 vs 63/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Poco F8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,704,455); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Poco F8
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $499
- Better portability (72/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Poco F8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1704455
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5017
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Poco F8, the Poco F8 scores 11 points higher (74/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 leads (91/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 leads (86/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, Poco F8 — 70/100; 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 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (91/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Poco F8 (72/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Poco F8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1704455 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 179 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco F8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Poco F8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Poco F8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 leads Poco F6 by 45.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $209. Poco F6 was $209 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (91/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (86/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Poco F8 (72/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 is noticeably better than the Poco F6 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Poco F8?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Poco F8 — 74/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Poco F8?
The Poco F6 is a better fit for active users. The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.