Poco M6 Pro vs Xiaomi 12 Pro
The Verdict
Comparing these devices reveals a significant generational and price gap. Poco M6 Pro delivers impressive value at $199 with its 6.67" 120Hz AMOLED display (1200 nits), 5000mAh battery, and 67W charging, though the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra and 64MP camera setup feel dated. Xiaomi 12 Pro ($999) commands a premium justified by its Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, superior 50MP quad-camera system with OIS and 2x telephoto, 8K video, 120W wired plus 50W wireless charging, and QHD+ LTPO display (1500 nits). Battery capacity favors Poco (5000mAh vs 4600mAh), but Xiaomi's flagship processor and comprehensive camera package excel for photography enthusiasts. For casual users and budget-conscious buyers, Poco M6 Pro offers exceptional display and battery performance. For power users prioritizing camera quality and processing capability, Xiaomi 12 Pro justifies its premium positioning. Choose Poco M6 Pro for value; select Xiaomi 12 Pro for flagship features.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Poco M6 Pro if…
- →120Hz AMOLED display at just $199
- →67W fast charging at budget price
- →5000 mAh battery with all-day life
Buy the Xiaomi 12 Pro if…
- →120W wired charging fills battery in 18 minutes
- →Triple 50 MP camera system
- →QHD+ 120Hz LTPO AMOLED with Dolby Vision
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Poco M6 Pro
Pros
- 120Hz AMOLED display at just $199
- 67W fast charging at budget price
- 5000 mAh battery with all-day life
- Lightweight at 179 g
- Good 64 MP main camera for the price
Cons
- No 5G connectivity
- Helio G99 struggles with demanding games
- No OIS on main camera
- Only 1080p video recording
- Weak ultrawide and macro cameras
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Pros
- 120W wired charging fills battery in 18 minutes
- Triple 50 MP camera system
- QHD+ 120Hz LTPO AMOLED with Dolby Vision
- Harman Kardon quad speakers
- 50W wireless charging is very fast
Cons
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 thermal throttling
- No official IP rating
- MIUI 13 has ads and bloatware
- 2x telephoto zoom is limited
- USB 2.0 data speeds
Full Specifications
| Spec | Poco M6 Pro | Xiaomi 12 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 12, MIUI 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 179 g | 205 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, glass front | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus |
| IP rating | IP53 | No official rating |
| Dimensions | 161.1 x 74.95 x 7.98 mm | 163.6 x 74.6 x 8.16 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 64 MP, f/1.79 | 50 MP, f/1.9, OIS (Sony IMX707) |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.45 | 32 MP, f/2.45 |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4 | — |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 50 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 50 MP, f/1.9, 2x optical zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4600 mAh |
| Charging | 67W turbo wired | 120W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 50W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.73 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 3200 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1200 | 1500 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz + 3x2.5 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Adreno 730 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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