Poco M6 Plus vs Sony Xperia 1 VI

The Poco M6 Plus (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads — 47/100 vs 32/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M6 Plus has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VI has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 Plus doesn't.

The Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably better than the Poco M6 Plus — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6 Plus
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Performance 42
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 41
Design 60
Value for money 43
What makes Poco M6 Plus better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 205g

  • Higher performance (42/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M6 Plus vs the Sony Xperia 1 VI, the Sony Xperia 1 VI scores 15 points higher (47/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M6 Plus leads (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 Plus and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100. In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (60/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M6 Plus is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).

Poco M6 Plus: The Poco M6 Plus is a better fit for everyday use.
Sony Xperia 1 VI: The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M6 Plus Sony Xperia 1 VI
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 2096581
Geekbench Single 2205
Geekbench Multi 7192
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.5" LTPO OLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1080x2340
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W 30W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 108 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 13 MP 12 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Brightness (peak) 550 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP53 IP65
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm
Weight 205 g 192 g
Price $964
Camera comparison
Poco M6 Plus
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
37
camera
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Poco M6 Plus
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 6.5" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco M6 Plus
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
41
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco M6 Plus
Price unknown
Sony Xperia 1 VI
$964
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (42/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 Plus and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (60/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco M6 Plus is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 Plus or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably better than the Poco M6 Plus — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Poco M6 Plus and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Poco M6 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 47/100.

Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 Plus or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (42/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco M6 Plus over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Poco M6 Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.