Poco M6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Poco M6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $220 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 75/100 vs 51/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M6 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 179g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Poco M6 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $799
- Longer battery life (62/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 730
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1983
- Lighter: 162g vs 179g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 24 points higher (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (91/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro leads (62/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Poco M6 Pro — 58/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 64/100; 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 S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (91/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Poco M6 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (62/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 730 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1983 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / MIUI 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco M6 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $579. Poco M6 Pro was $579 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (91/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Poco M6 Pro are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (77/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (62/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 80/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro by 24 points (75/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Poco M6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (91/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.