Poco X6 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Poco X6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $299 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 61/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X6 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 1,604,305); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X6 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Poco X6 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 186g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $999
- Better camera (43/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 1604305
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1239
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 4265
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X6 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 9 points higher (70/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Poco X6 Pro — 60/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100; 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+ notably outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Poco X6 Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X6 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 1604305 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1239 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4265 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| 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 | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.3×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Poco X6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco X6 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Poco X6 Pro by 49.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Poco X6 Pro was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (91/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Poco X6 Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ edges out the Poco X6 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X6 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Poco X6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X6 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Poco X6 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Poco X6 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.