Poco M6 vs Redmi A7

The Poco M6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi A7 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250; launch prices were $120 and $99. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco M6 leads — 40/100 vs 34/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A7 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP.

The Poco M6 edges out the Redmi A7 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6
Performance 42
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money 62
Redmi A7
Performance 32
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 48
Portability 60
Value for money 52
What makes Poco M6 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 732 vs 600
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1954 vs 1800
  • Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (42/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
What makes Redmi A7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 193g vs 195g
  • Cheaper at launch: $99 vs $120

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M6 vs the Redmi A7, the Poco M6 scores 6 points higher (40/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco M6 leads (42/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Poco M6 — 62/100, Redmi A7 — 52/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco M6 is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi A7 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Redmi A7 (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A7 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 60/100.

Poco M6: The Poco M6 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi A7: The Redmi A7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M6 Redmi A7
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ Unisoc T7250
AnTuTu 513809
Geekbench Single 732 600
Geekbench Multi 1954 1800
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 1600x720 1640x720
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5200 mAh
Charging 18W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 3GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 64GB
OS Android 13 / MIUI 14 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 600 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm 171.8×79.8×8.3 mm
Weight 195 g 193 g
Launch price $120 $99
Camera comparison
Poco M6
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Redmi A7
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Poco M6
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Redmi A7
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1640x720
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Poco M6
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi A7
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco M6
$120
Redmi A7
$99

Launch price difference: $21. Redmi A7 was $21 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco M6 is a bit better (42/100 vs 32/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi A7 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Redmi A7 (30/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A7 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 60/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 or the Redmi A7?

The Poco M6 edges out the Redmi A7 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Poco M6 and the Redmi A7?

The Poco M6 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Redmi A7 — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 or the Redmi A7?

The Poco M6 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 or the Redmi A7?

The Poco M6 leads on performance (42/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Poco M6 over the Redmi A7?

The Poco M6 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A7 is a better fit for everyday use.