Poco M6 vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Poco M6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco M6 leads — 25/100 vs 9/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M6 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 195g).
Poco M6
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 195g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Poco M6 vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Poco M6 scores 16 points higher (25/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 leads (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M6 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Poco M6 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (100/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M6 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco M6 | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 408000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 732 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1954 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / MIUI 14 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $120 | — |
Poco M6
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco M6
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Poco M6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Poco M6 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (36/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (100/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco M6 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco M6 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco M6 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pop 5X — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Poco M6 and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco M6 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco M6 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco M6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.