Poco F6 Pro vs Xiaomi 12

The Verdict

Poco F6 Pro significantly outperforms Xiaomi 12 despite costing $300 less. The F6 Pro features a superior Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor versus the older Gen 1, paired with 12GB RAM standard compared to 8GB, delivering noticeably faster performance for gaming and multitasking. Display quality heavily favors Poco with a 3200 x 1440 resolution (520ppi) and 4000 nits peak brightness against Xiaomi's 2400 x 1080 (429ppi) and 1100 nits, making the Poco substantially sharper and more visible outdoors. Camera performance is competitive: both have 50MP main sensors with OIS, though Poco's f/1.6 aperture and Light Fusion 800 sensor provide better low-light capability than Xiaomi's f/1.9 and IMX766. Battery capacity favors Poco (5000mAh vs 4500mAh) with faster 120W charging, though Xiaomi offers 50W wireless charging that Poco lacks. Xiaomi 12 weighs less (180g vs 209g) and includes a higher-resolution 32MP front camera, plus wireless charging convenience. Software is dated on Xiaomi (Android 12, MIUI 13) versus Poco's Android 14 HyperOS with longer support prospects. Connectivity goes to Poco with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. For the price difference and performance leap, Poco F6 Pro delivers exceptional value and is the clear choice for most buyers.