Poco M6 vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Poco M6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $120 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 40/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 513,809); the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Poco M6 better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1954 vs 1826
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $130
- Overall rating 40/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 732
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 8 points higher (48/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Poco M6 — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100; 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 M17 and the Poco M6 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Poco M6 (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Poco M6 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 732 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1954 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / MIUI 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco M6
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M6 and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Poco M6 by 15.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $10. Poco M6 was $10 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Poco M6 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Poco M6 (67/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Poco M6 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Poco M6 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco M6 and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Poco M6 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Should you choose the Poco M6 over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.