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Display and Build Quality
The screen is one of the most important factors in any smartphone at least for gaming and other media cramming. It has a 6.67-inch AMOLED screen with FHD+ resolution and up to 120Hz smooth refresh rate, for excellent visuals while gaming or watching movies Plus it supports Dolby Vision which can be a game changer in the movie world where you face vivid and true colors. On an additional note, the Poco X6 Pro comes with a 6.67-inch AMOLED display as well however, it has slightly higher brightness levels and retains the same 120 Hz refresh rate (but stripped of HDR certification). The Poco X6 get Gorilla Glass Victus on both screens while the Poco X6 Pro gets Gorilla Glass 5.
In terms of build, the Poco X6 has a plastic frame and back, making it lightweight at 181 grams. The Poco X6 Pro is slightly heavier at 186 grams, and it offers more premium materials like a silicone polymer back in some models, adding a touch of luxury.
Performance and Hardware
Performance is the primary battleground between these two devices. The phone is confirmed to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset paired with up to 12GB of RAM and UFS 2.0 storage offerings as much ib size as 512GB. For the majority of users this configuration would guarantee good performance for multitasking, and gaming.
However, the Poco X6 Pro takes things up a notch with the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra chipset. This processor, combined with UFS 4.0 storage, delivers faster read and write speeds, making the phone more responsive, especially during intensive tasks. The X6 Pro also offers better GPU performance, thanks to the Mali G615-MC6 GPU.
Camera Capabilities
For photography, both the phones come with a triple camera setup but have different sensor quality. The Poco X6 brings a 64MP primary camera with optical image stabilization (OIS), an 8 MP ultrawide and another 2 MP macro sensor. The Poco X6 Pro also offers a 64MP main camera, although this time around the sensor is slightly larger that should help with low-light shots.
Both devices support 4K video recording and have a 16MP front camera for selfies. However, the X6 Pro’s front camera has a slightly better aperture, allowing for more detailed and vibrant selfies.
Battery Life and Charging
For those users who are always on the run, battery life is one of the most important aspects. The 5100mAh battery of the Poco X6 supports a very fast charging rate of up to 67W, and it can charge from 1% to full in about just only takes around 44 minutes. Similarly, the Poco X6 Pro features a 5000mAh battery but will likely have some amount of faster charging.
Despite the small difference in battery capacity, both phones deliver excellent battery life, with the X6 Pro slightly edging out in terms of efficiency, thanks to its more power-efficient chipset.
Additional Features and Pricing
Both phones come with dual SIM support, 5G connectivity, and an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance. The Poco X6 includes a 3.5mm headphone jack, which might be a dealbreaker for some, as the Poco X6 Pro lacks this feature.
In terms of pricing, the Poco X6 is more budget-friendly, priced at around ₹15,749, while the Poco X6 Pro is positioned higher at ₹25,999. This price difference reflects the upgrades in build quality, performance, and overall user experience that the X6 Pro offers.
