Poco F6 vs Poco F9 Pro
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Poco F9 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $290 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F9 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 63/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F9 Pro has the bigger battery (6330 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,228,426 vs 1,704,455); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Poco F9 Pro
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $699
- Better portability (72/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Poco F9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3228426 vs 1704455
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5017
- Bigger battery: 6330 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (74/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Poco F9 Pro, the Poco F9 Pro scores 21 points higher (84/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Pro leads (95/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F9 Pro leads (74/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Pro leads (84/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, Poco F9 Pro — 82/100; 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 F9 Pro notably outperforms the Poco F6 (95/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F9 Pro is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F9 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (74/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Pro notably outperforms the Poco F6 (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Poco F9 Pro (72/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Poco F9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1704455 | 3228426 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1156x2510 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6330 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco F9 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F9 Pro
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1156x2510
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Poco F9 Pro
- 6330 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Poco F9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F9 Pro leads Poco F6 by 47.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $409. Poco F6 was $409 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F9 Pro notably outperforms the Poco F6 (95/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F9 Pro is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F9 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (74/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F9 Pro notably outperforms the Poco F6 (84/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Poco F9 Pro (72/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Poco F9 Pro?
The Poco F9 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco F6 by 21 points (84/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Poco F9 Pro?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Poco F9 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F6 or the Poco F9 Pro?
The Poco F9 Pro leads on camera score (74/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Poco F9 Pro?
The Poco F9 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Poco F9 Pro?
The Poco F6 is a better fit for active users. The Poco F9 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.