Poco M6 Plus vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Poco M6 Plus (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 32/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 Plus doesn't; the Poco M6 Plus is noticeably lighter (205g vs 226g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus by 50 points (82/100 vs 32/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6 Plus
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 41
Design 43
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Performance 87
Display 100
Camera 93
Battery 72
Design 17
Value for money 41
What makes Poco M6 Plus better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 205g vs 226g

  • Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 17/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5030 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 33W

  • Higher performance (87/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M6 Plus vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 50 points higher (82/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M6 Plus leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (93/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (72/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Poco M6 Plus notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (43/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M6 Plus is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Poco M6 Plus: The Poco M6 Plus is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M6 Plus Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3593401
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 33W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 166
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 550 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 205 g 226 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Poco M6 Plus
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
37
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
Display comparison
Poco M6 Plus
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco M6 Plus
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
41
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
72
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco M6 Plus
Price unknown
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
$999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (87/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (93/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (72/100 vs 41/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco M6 Plus notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (43/100 vs 17/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco M6 Plus is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 Plus or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus by 50 points (82/100 vs 32/100).

What is the rating of the Poco M6 Plus and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Poco M6 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 Plus or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 Plus or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco M6 Plus over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Poco M6 Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.