Poco F6 vs Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; launch prices were $290 and $599. Both devices score the same overall rating of 63/100. Key differences: the Poco F6 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the Poco F6 is faster in AnTuTu (1,704,455 vs 1,436,963); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1704455 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 1930 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5017 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Lighter: 179g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $599
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Better camera (63/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
The Poco F6 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE received the same MobileRank rating — 63/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F6 leads (58/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 40/100; 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 F6 is a bit better (74/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F6 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Poco F6 (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (58/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (72/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1704455 | 1436963 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 127 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F6 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 18.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $309. Poco F6 was $309 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (74/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F6 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Poco F6 (63/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (58/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (72/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
Both devices scored 63/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Poco F6 (74/100 vs 69/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F6 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco F6 leads on performance (74/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
The Poco F6 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users.