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POCO X6 vs Samsung Galaxy F16: Which One Should You Buy?

POCO X6 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.2/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Xiaomi · 2024

POCO X6

POCO X6
86/ 100
Launch price$299
Samsung · 2025

Samsung Galaxy F16

Samsung Galaxy F16
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

POCO X6 wins 5 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

POCO X6
POCO X6
5 wins
Samsung Galaxy F16
Samsung Galaxy F16
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivitySecurity
POCO X6Samsung Galaxy F16
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsPOCO X6
    77
    57
  • Camerafrom specsPOCO X6
    66
    32
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfiePOCO X6
    76
    60
  • BatteryPOCO X6
    88
    39
  • DisplayPOCO X6
    88
    39
  • ConnectivitySamsung Galaxy F16
    55
    65
  • SecurityTie
    34
    34
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • POCO X6 has the bigger battery5,100 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • POCO X6 charges faster67W vs 25W
  • POCO X6 has a sharper main camera64 MP vs 50 MP
  • Samsung Galaxy F16 has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.67"
  • POCO X6 is lighter181 g vs 191 g
  • POCO X6 has a sharper selfie camera20 MP vs 16 MP
  • Samsung Galaxy F16 has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5.2
  • POCO X6 has the faster chipDimensity 8100 vs Dimensity 6300
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy POCO X6
  • ✓10 g lighter (181 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$9700 cheaper at launch ($299 vs $9999)
  • ✓Bigger 5,100 mAh battery (+100 mAh)
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy F16
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.7" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationPOCO X6Samsung Galaxy F16
1. Display & Screen🏆 POCO X6 Wins Display
Screen typeAMOLEDSuper AMOLED
Screen Size6.67"6.7"
Resolution & Density2712x1220 (446 ppi)1080 x 2340 (385 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,800 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 POCO X6 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorDimensity 8100 (5nm)Dimensity 6300
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsMali-G610 MC6Not listed
Operating SystemAndroid 14Android 15 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 POCO X6 Wins Camera
Primary Camera64 MP, f/1.79, OIS, OmniVision OV64B50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens20 MP, f/2.2416 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 POCO X6 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions161.2 x 74.3 x 7.98 mmN/A
Weight181 g191 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP54IP54
8. Battery & Charging🏆 POCO X6 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,100 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67W wired fast charging25W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6ENot listed
Bluetooth5.2v5.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB Type-C 2.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$299Price on request
Our verdict

POCO X6 wins — BeastScore 86.2/100

After comparing all the specs, POCO X6 is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 86.2 vs top rival 86.0 and Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 25W.

Buy POCO X6 if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 86.2 vs top rival 86.0 · Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 25W

Buy Samsung Galaxy F16 if you want

Balanced specifications with Samsung hardware design · Runs Android 15 with optimized security support

Common questions

Which is better: POCO X6 or Samsung Galaxy F16?

POCO X6 leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.2/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy F16 (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 86.2 vs top rival 86.0 and Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 25W.

What are the main battery and display differences between POCO X6 and Samsung Galaxy F16?

POCO X6 has a 6.67-inch display and 5100 mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy F16 has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

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