Poco F6 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $290 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 63/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F6 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 1,704,455); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 179g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $799
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 1704455
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 5017
- Lighter: 162g vs 179g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 11 points higher (74/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F6 leads (58/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (89/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F6 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (58/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (89/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1704455 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Poco F6 by 39.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $509. Poco F6 was $509 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (89/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F6 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (77/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F6 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (58/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (89/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably better than the Poco F6 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco F6 is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.