Poco M6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Poco M6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $220 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 51/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco M6 Pro is noticeably lighter (179g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Poco M6 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Lighter: 179g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (62/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 730
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1983
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 29 points higher (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco M6 Pro — 58/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (92/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (80/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 730 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1983 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / MIUI 14 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco M6 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1079. Poco M6 Pro was $1079 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (92/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (81/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (80/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro by 29 points (80/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Poco M6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.