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POCO X6 vs Xiaomi Poco X8 5G

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

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Xiaomi ยท 2024

POCO X6

POCO X6
86/ 100
Launch MSRP$299 USD
Xiaomi

Xiaomi Poco X8 5G

Xiaomi Poco X8 5G
86/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS POCO X6 BETTER THAN Xiaomi Poco X8 5G?

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POCO X6Winner ๐Ÿ†
Xiaomi Poco X8 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORPOCO X6Xiaomi PocoLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,100 mAh8,340 mAh+8,340 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67WStandard67W Max
Main Camera Sensor64 MP50 MP64 MP
Screen Display Size6.67"6.83"6.83"
Chassis Weight181gN/A181g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy POCO X6:
  • โœ“818g lighter chassis (181g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • โœ“$9700 lower launch MSRP ($299 vs $9999)
  • โœ“64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Poco X8 5G:
  • โœ“Larger 8,340 mAh battery capacity (+3,240 mAh more capacity)
  • โœ“50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • โœ“6.83" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationPOCO X6Xiaomi Poco X8 5G
1. Display & Screen๐Ÿ† Xiaomi Poco X8 5G Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDAMOLED / OLED display
Screen Size6.67"6.83"
Resolution & Density2712x1220 (446 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,800 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance๐Ÿ† POCO X6 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Snapdragon 6s Gen 4
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB256 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics๐Ÿ† POCO X6 Wins Camera
Primary Camera64 MP, f/1.79, OIS, OmniVision OV64B50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens20 MP, f/2.2416 MP
7. Body & Dimensions๐Ÿ† POCO X6 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions161.2 x 74.3 x 7.98 mmN/A
Weight181 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP54Not certified
8. Battery & Charging๐Ÿ† Xiaomi Poco X8 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,100 mAh8,340 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.2Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$299Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

POCO X6 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.2/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, POCO X6 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose POCO X6:
Higher overall BeastScore: 86.2 vs top rival 86.0 ยท Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 0W
When to choose Xiaomi Poco X8 5G:
Larger battery capacity: 8,340 mAh (+3,240 mAh more) ยท More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 8GB
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Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: POCO X6 vs Xiaomi Poco X8 5G

Which is better: POCO X6 or Xiaomi Poco X8 5G?

POCO X6 leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.2/100 compared to Xiaomi Poco X8 5G (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 86.2 vs top rival 86.0 and Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between POCO X6 and Xiaomi Poco X8 5G?

POCO X6 is equipped with a 6.67-inch display and 5100 mAh battery, while Xiaomi Poco X8 5G features a 6.83-inch display and 8340 mAh battery.

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