Poco M6 4G vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Poco M6 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 39/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 354,158).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6 4G
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Poco M6 4G better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 219g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 354158
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 405
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1407
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5030 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 4G vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 49 points higher (88/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 4G (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Poco M6 4G (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 4G (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 4G (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 4G is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 4G | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 354158 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 405 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1407 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5030 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6 4G
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M6 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6 4G
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M6 4G and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Poco M6 4G by 90.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco M6 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 4G (97/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Poco M6 4G (81/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 4G (90/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 4G (90/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 4G is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 4G by 49 points (88/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 4G and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Poco M6 4G has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 4G over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
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.