Poco M6 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

The Poco M6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $120 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 40/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M6 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 513,809); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Poco M6 by 30 points (70/100 vs 40/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6
Performance 42
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money 62
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
What makes Poco M6 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $999

  • Overall rating 40/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 513809
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 732
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 1954
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 190g vs 195g

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco M6 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 30 points higher (70/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco M6 — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 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 Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).

Poco M6: The Poco M6 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco M6 Samsung Galaxy S26+
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 513809 3161830
Geekbench Single 732 2900
Geekbench Multi 1954 9200
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1600x720 3120x1440
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4900 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 5 MP 12 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 / MIUI 14 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 2600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 195 g 190 g
Launch price $120 $999
Camera comparison
Poco M6
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Poco M6
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Poco M6
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco M6 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco M6 MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
40/100
513809 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100 +83.7%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Poco M6 by 83.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco M6
$120
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999

Launch price difference: $879. Poco M6 was $879 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (91/100 vs 42/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (89/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Poco M6 by 30 points (70/100 vs 40/100).

What is the rating of the Poco M6 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Poco M6 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).

Should you choose the Poco M6 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Poco M6 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.