Poco F6 vs Xiaomi 17
The Poco F6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $290 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 63/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,704,455).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F6
Xiaomi 17
What makes Poco F6 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 191g
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $709
- Better portability (72/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1704455
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 5017
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F6 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 24 points higher (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Poco F6 — 66/100, Xiaomi 17 — 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 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (95/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Poco F6 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F6 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1704455 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1930 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5017 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.0 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $290 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Poco F6
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco F6
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F6 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Poco F6 by 47.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $419. Poco F6 was $419 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (95/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Poco F6 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Poco F6 (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Poco F6 (87/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F6 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F6 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Poco F6 by 24 points (87/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F6 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Poco F6 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F6 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F6 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Poco F6 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Poco F6 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.