Poco F6 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $290 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 63/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,704,455); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $799
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1704455
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5017
- Bigger battery: 8000 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 (90/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 25 points higher (88/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Poco F6 (97/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F6 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (72/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1704455 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 179 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Poco F6 by 53.4% 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 Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Poco F6 (97/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F6 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (90/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (72/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco F6 by 25 points (88/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F6 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Poco F6 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.