Poco F6 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $290 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 63/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 1,704,455); the Poco F6 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $999
- Better portability (72/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 1704455
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5017
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 26 points higher (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco F6 (97/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (93/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco F6 (80/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (72/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1704455 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Poco F6 by 52.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $709. Poco F6 was $709 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco F6 (97/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (93/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco F6 (80/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (72/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco F6 by 26 points (89/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F6 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Poco F6 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.