Xiaomi Poco X6 and X6 Pro Smartphones Review

Xiaomi Poco X6 and X6 Pro Smartphones Review – The Xiaomi Poco X6 and X6 Pro are the newest smartphones released by POCO in January 2024. Both smartphones have launched globally and have started shipping already. These new smartphones from Poco have 5G connectivity and are meant to present the best of what POCO has for the budget enthusiast market.

So, both Poco X6 series smartphones come with lots of improvements from last year the Poco X5 Pro and are capable of providing killer design, performance, and user experience. But do the new smartphones have what it takes to outdo their competitors? That’s exactly what we plan to find out. So, let’s begin with a detailed review of both Xiaomi Poco X6 and X6 Pro and see if these smartphones are worth purchasing.

Xiaomi Poco X6 and X6 Pro Smartphones Review

Highlights

1. Both Xiaomi Poco X6 and X6 Pro feature the same 6.67-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz high refresh rate support.
2. The Xiaomi Xiaomi Poco X6 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7435-AB Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 5G chipset, which is capable of reaching clock speeds of 4×2.40 GHz. The Xiaomi Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra 5G chipset, which is capable of reaching clock speeds of 1×3.35 GHz.
3. Xiaomi Poco X6 smartphone comes pre-loaded with Android 13 out of the box with an MIUI 14 user interface for better customization support, while Poco X6 Pro runs on the Android 14 OS with HyperOS.
4. Both Xiaomi Poco X6 and X6 Pro feature the same 64MP rear camera system along with a 16MP selfie sensor.
5. The Xiaomi Poco X6 has a 5100mAh long-lasting battery. While the Poco X6 Pro has a 5000mAh long-lasting battery. Both smartphones support 67W wired fast charging.

Design and Display

The design of the Xiaomi Poco X6 and the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro are quite similar to each other. Both feature a flat design with a flat side frame and rear panel with slightly rounded edges and that makes it comfortable to hold both smartphones. However, the Poco X6 Pro has an advantage over its younger sibling. It comes in a vegan leather variant that not only looks premium but also feels fantastic.

Overall, they are very well-built and well-designed smartphones. Both smartphones are protected from dust and rainwater splashes, thanks to the IP54 certification. As for the display, both smartphones have the same 6.67-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz high refresh rate support for a smooth user experience. The display also supports 1.5K resolution with up to 68 billion colors. So, the display will provide a superb viewing experience.

This viewing experience will be further enhanced as both smartphones can play Dolby Vision content natively and it is supported in streaming apps such as Netflix. The display panel can also get plenty bright at 1800 nits during peak sunlight moment, which should dramatically improve user experience in outdoor situations. In the Poco X6 device, the display is also protected by the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, while X6 Pro has Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

Memory and Internal

The Xiaomi Poco X6 is powered by the 4nm Qualcomm SM7435-AB Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 5G chipset that can deliver clock speeds of 3×2.40 GHz. The Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra 5G chipset that can reach clock speeds of 1×3.35 GHz. Both chipsets are quite powerful and can all your favorite apps and games flawlessly.

But in terms of raw performance, the Dimensity 8300 Ultra inside the Poco X6 Pro has more power than the other. Also, both smartphones support 5G connectivity for gigabit-level speeds. This incredible performance is also seen in the gaming side of things. Speaking of gaming, both chipsets have more than enough GPU power to run all your favorite games such as PUBG Mobile, Genshin Impact, and CODm with the highest graphical options.

For RAM and storage, both Xiaomi Poco X6 and X6 Pro can be purchased with up to 8GB/12GB of RAM and 256GB/512GB of internal storage. But the Poco X6 Pro supports the fastest UFS 4.0 internal storage, while the Poco X6 only supports UFS 2.2. When it comes to the software side of things, the Poco X6 smartphone runs on Android 13 OS with MIUI 14, and the company planned to upgrade to Android 14, HyperOS, while the Poco X6 Pro also runs on Android 14 with HyperOS

Camera

Both Xiaomi Poco X6 and X6 Pro smartphones feature the same 64MP triple camera setup. The 64MP main camera takes some top-notch pictures. These pictures have great detail levels, a high dynamic range, and a natural color tone. The camera performance of both smartphones is so identical that no matter which smartphone you get, you are going to have a great camera performance.

The 8MP ultra-wide camera also takes decent shots with decent detail levels and color tones. The night mode is also quite capable on the new smartphones as they managed to capture more light and produce brighter shots. On the front, both Xiaomi Poco X6 and X6 Pro have the same 16MP selfie camera, which managed to capture some fine details in the subject’s face with a natural skin tone.

When it comes to video recording, both smartphones record videos at a maximum of 4K@30FPS from the rear camera while the selfie camera maxes out at 1080P@30FPS. The rear cameras also support gyro-EIS for better video stabilization during a video recording session.

Battery and Others

The Xiaomi Poco X6 has a 5100 mAh long-lasting battery. While the Poco X6 Pro has a 5000 mAh long-lasting battery. Since there’s only a difference of 100mAh between the batteries of the two smartphones, the battery back provided by these two batteries will be the same. The new smartphones should last 1 – 2 days with low to medium usage.

But with heavy usage, especially gaming, the battery will drain the battery faster and the smartphones may not last a full day. Both Xiaomi Poco X6 and X6 Pro support 67W wired fast charging and the chargers are provided in the box of both smartphones. This 67W charger can fully charge the smartphones in about 45 minutes.

Apart from that, the Poco X6 has Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.2, an under-display fingerprint scanner, GPS, NFC, and high-res stereo speakers. While the Poco X6 Pro has Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, an under-display fingerprint scanner, GPS, NFC, and the same high-res stereo speakers. As for pricing, the Xiaomi Xiaomi Poco X6 is available starting at $309 (Rs 25,999 in India) approx. While the Xiaomi Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro is available starting at $459 (Rs 38,199 in India) approx.

Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro Pros and Cons

Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro Specifications Detail

Down below you can see the full specifications of the Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro smartphone.

Conclusion

Both Xiaomi Poco X6 and X6 Pro are extremely powerful smartphones considering the pricing. These smartphones were designed for enthusiasts who wanted the highest performance and battery possible in this price range and Xiaomi certainly delivered that. Both smartphones have close flagship-level displays, chipsets, batteries, and even design. No other smartphone comes close to providing this level of value at the same price tag.

Both smartphones are dominating their respective price segment. They are excellent smartphones but not without flaws. Like the IP dust and water protection could have been better or even better camera performance. But considering the price tag, it’s hard to call them cons. So, if you are an enthusiast whose priority is great design, fantastic display, or performance-oriented chipset, then these new smartphones are going to be perfect for you.

But if you care more about the camera, you may want to go for some other smartphone. There are alternatives such as the Redmi Note 13R Pro but none of them will come to close to these new smartphones. But the alternative smartphones, Redmi Note 13R and Note 13R Pro do come with a lower price tag. However, the final decision is up to you, so it is better to choose a smartphone based on your requirements and needs.