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OnePlus Nord 6 5G vs Xiaomi Poco M8 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

OnePlus Nord 6 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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OnePlus · 2026

OnePlus Nord 6 5G

OnePlus Nord 6 5G
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Xiaomi · 2026

Xiaomi Poco M8 5G

Xiaomi Poco M8 5G
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

OnePlus Nord 6 5G wins 3 of 3 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

OnePlus Nord 6 5G
OnePlus Nord 6 5G
3 wins
Xiaomi Poco M8 5G
Xiaomi Poco M8 5G
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedBatteryDisplay
OnePlus Nord 6 5GXiaomi Poco M8 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedOnePlus Nord 6 5G
    95
    56
  • CameraNot enough data
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryOnePlus Nord 6 5G
    95
    61
  • DisplayOnePlus Nord 6 5G
    89
    47
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • OnePlus Nord 6 5G has the bigger battery7,500 mAh vs 5,520 mAh
  • OnePlus Nord 6 5G has the bigger screen6.78" vs 6.77"
  • Xiaomi Poco M8 5G is lighter178 g vs 217 g
  • OnePlus Nord 6 5G has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
  • OnePlus Nord 6 5G has the faster chipSnapdragon 8s Gen 4 vs Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy OnePlus Nord 6 5G
  • ✓Bigger 7,500 mAh battery (+1,980 mAh)
  • ✓6.78" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Poco M8 5G
  • ✓39 g lighter (178 g vs 217 g), easier to hold
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.77" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationOnePlus Nord 6 5GXiaomi Poco M8 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 OnePlus Nord 6 5G Wins Display
Screen typeColor AMOLED Screen (1B Colors)AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, HDR, 800 nits (typ), 3200 nits (peak)
Screen Size6.78"6.77"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED 1080x2392 pixels (388 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz
BrightnessN/A3,200 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 OnePlus Nord 6 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 8s Gen 4 Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedAdreno 710
Operating SystemAndroid 16Android 15, up to 4 major upgrades, HyperOS 2 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB256/512 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Cameraundefined MP, Triple Camera System50 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lensundefined MP20 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xiaomi Poco M8 5G Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/A164 x 75.42 x 7.35 mm
Weight217 g178 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP66
8. Battery & Charging🏆 OnePlus Nord 6 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity7,500 mAh5,520 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast charging45W
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardYes, with wifi-hotspotNot listed
BluetoothYes, v6.0, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LDAC, AAC, SBC, LHDC 5.0Not listed
USB Port & SpeedYes, USB-C v2.0Not listed
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

OnePlus Nord 6 5G wins — BeastScore 89.3/100

The OnePlus Nord 6 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,500 mAh vs 5,520 mAh) and bigger screen (6.78" vs 6.77"). The Xiaomi Poco M8 5G is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (178 g vs 217 g).

Buy OnePlus Nord 6 5G if you want

Larger battery: 7,500 mAh vs 5,520 mAh · More RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB

Buy Xiaomi Poco M8 5G if you want

Lighter: 178 g vs 217 g (39 g less)

Common questions

Which is better: OnePlus Nord 6 5G or Xiaomi Poco M8 5G?

The OnePlus Nord 6 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (7,500 mAh vs 5,520 mAh) and bigger screen (6.78" vs 6.77"). The Xiaomi Poco M8 5G is worth a look if you prefer its lighter body (178 g vs 217 g). BeastScore: OnePlus Nord 6 5G 89.3/100, Xiaomi Poco M8 5G 89.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between OnePlus Nord 6 5G and Xiaomi Poco M8 5G?

OnePlus Nord 6 5G has a 6.78-inch display and 7500 mAh battery. Xiaomi Poco M8 5G has a 6.77-inch display and 5520 mAh battery.

How do OnePlus Nord 6 5G and Xiaomi Poco M8 5G compare for speed?

OnePlus Nord 6 5G scores 95/100 for performance; Xiaomi Poco M8 5G scores 56/100.

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