Poco M6 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Poco M6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $120 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 40/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M6 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 513,809); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 195g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Poco M6 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 732
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1954
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 163g vs 195g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 35 points higher (75/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 leads (43/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Poco M6 — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; 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 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (97/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 732 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1954 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / MIUI 14 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco M6
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M6 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Poco M6 by 83.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $979. Poco M6 was $979 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (89/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (73/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (97/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Poco M6 by 35 points (75/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Poco M6 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.