Poco M6 Plus vs Sony Xperia 5 IV

The Poco M6 Plus (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads — 44/100 vs 32/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M6 Plus has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 12 MP; the Sony Xperia 5 IV has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 Plus doesn't; the Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably lighter (172g vs 205g).

The Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably better than the Poco M6 Plus — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6 Plus
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
Sony Xperia 5 IV
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 56
Battery 36
Design 85
Value for money 55
What makes Poco M6 Plus better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 12MP

  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 IV better?
  • Lighter: 172g vs 205g

  • Higher performance (18/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M6 Plus vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Sony Xperia 5 IV scores 12 points higher (44/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (18/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Plus is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Poco M6 Plus: The Poco M6 Plus is a better fit for everyday use.
Sony Xperia 5 IV: The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M6 Plus Sony Xperia 5 IV
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 1242193
Geekbench Single 1675
Geekbench Multi 4453
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.1" OLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1080x2520
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W
DXOMark (camera) 119
Main camera 108 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 13 MP 12 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS Android 12, upgradable to Android 13
Brightness (peak) 550 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP53 IP65
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm
Weight 205 g 172 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Poco M6 Plus
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
37
camera
Sony Xperia 5 IV
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
56
camera
Display comparison
Poco M6 Plus
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 5 IV
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco M6 Plus
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Sony Xperia 5 IV
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco M6 Plus
Price unknown
Sony Xperia 5 IV
$799
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (18/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (56/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Plus is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (85/100 vs 43/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 Plus or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably better than the Poco M6 Plus — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Poco M6 Plus and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Poco M6 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 Plus or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 Plus or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on performance (18/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco M6 Plus over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?

The Poco M6 Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for everyday use.