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 60/100 (a 10-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 (3,161,830 vs 1,520,690); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is thinner (7.3mm vs 8.3mm).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably better than the Poco X6 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X6 Pro
Performance 67
Display 83
Camera 43
Battery 53
Portability 64
Value for money 62
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
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: 3161830 vs 1520690
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 1239
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 4265

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 67/100)
  • 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 10 points higher (70/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Poco X6 Pro — 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+ notably outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (91/100 vs 67/100). 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).

Poco X6 Pro: The Poco X6 Pro is a better fit for active users.
Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X6 Pro Samsung Galaxy S26+
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 1520690 3161830
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/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Poco X6 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Poco X6 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco X6 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco X6 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra
60/100
1520690 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy S26+ Samsung Exynos 2600
70/100 +51.9%
3161830 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Poco X6 Pro by 51.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco X6 Pro
$299
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999

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 67/100).

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+ is noticeably better than the Poco X6 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Poco X6 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Poco X6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, 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 67/100).

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.