Poco X5 Pro vs Xiaomi POCO X6
The Verdict
Both phones offer solid mid-range performance at similar price points, but the POCO X6 edges ahead with meaningful improvements. Display quality favors the X6: its 2712 x 1220 resolution and 1800 nits brightness significantly outshine the X5 Pro's 2400 x 1080 panel at 900 nits, delivering noticeably sharper text and better outdoor visibility. Camera systems differ strategically: the X5 Pro boasts a higher megapixel main sensor (108 MP) while the X6 prioritizes quality with OIS and PDAF on its 64 MP shooter. Processing power advantages go to the X6 with its Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 and Adreno 710 GPU versus the X5 Pro's 778G. Battery capacities are nearly identical, though the X6 offers 12 GB RAM and up to 512 GB storage options. Android 14 on the X6 provides newer software than the X5 Pro's Android 12. For most users, the X6's superior display, newer processor, and larger storage options justify the modest $20 savings.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Poco X5 Pro if…
- →108 MP main camera at sub-$300 price
- →67W fast charging
- →120Hz AMOLED display with good colors
Buy the Xiaomi POCO X6 if…
- →1.5K resolution AMOLED display is sharper than typical FHD+
- →67W fast charging fills the battery in about 45 minutes
- →Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 handles gaming and multitasking well
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Poco X5 Pro
Pros
- 108 MP main camera at sub-$300 price
- 67W fast charging
- 120Hz AMOLED display with good colors
- 5G connectivity at budget pricing
- NFC included
Cons
- Snapdragon 778G shows its age in heavy tasks
- 8 MP ultrawide is underwhelming
- No wireless charging
- Software support is limited
- Plastic build
Xiaomi POCO X6
Pros
- 1.5K resolution AMOLED display is sharper than typical FHD+
- 67W fast charging fills the battery in about 45 minutes
- Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 handles gaming and multitasking well
- OIS on main camera improves low-light and video stability
- Light and slim at 181 g with good in-hand feel
Cons
- Macro sensor adds minimal value to the camera system
- No wireless charging at any price variant
- Plastic frame doesn't feel as premium as metal alternatives
- Only IP54 splash resistance — not fully waterproof
- MIUI/HyperOS includes bloatware and ads
Full Specifications
| Spec | Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi POCO X6 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 12 (MIUI 14 for POCO) | Android 14 (MIUI 14 / HyperOS) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 181 g | 181 g |
| Material | Plastic back, aluminum frame | Plastic frame, glass front and back |
| IP rating | IP53 | IP54 |
| Dimensions | 162.9 x 76.0 x 7.9 mm | 161.2 x 74.3 x 7.98 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 108 MP, f/1.9 | 64 MP, f/1.79, PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5100 mAh |
| Charging | 67W wired | 67W wired (Turbo Charge) |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2712 x 1220 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 900 | 1800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 642L | Adreno 710 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
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