Poco X6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S23
The Poco X6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $238 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 60/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X6 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 is faster in AnTuTu (1,660,456 vs 1,520,690); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 186g).
Poco X6 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1660456 vs 1520690
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1239
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4265
- Lighter: 168g vs 186g
- Cheaper: $229 vs $238
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 64/100)
- Better value for money (90/100 vs 76/100)
Comparing the Poco X6 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S23, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 6 points higher (66/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X6 Pro leads (53/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (75/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X6 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (53/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100).
| Specification | Poco X6 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1520690 | 1660456 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1239 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4265 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 133 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 1750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.3×8.3 mm | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 168 g | |
| Price | $238 | $229 |
Poco X6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X6 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Poco X6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 leads Poco X6 Pro by 8.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $9. Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper by $9.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (75/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (67/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X6 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (53/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (83/100 vs 64/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100).
Which is better: the Poco X6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 edges out the Poco X6 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X6 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Poco X6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Samsung Galaxy S23 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (75/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Poco X6 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Poco X6 Pro is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.