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 $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 40/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M6 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 513,809); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 195g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Poco M6 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $799
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 732
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1954
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 195g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 34 points higher (74/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 leads (43/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Poco M6 — 62/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Poco M6 (89/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 732 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1954 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco M6
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M6 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Poco M6 by 81.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $679. Poco M6 was $679 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (89/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Poco M6 (89/100 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 34 points (74/100 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 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.