Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G vs Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G
Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G
Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G wins 2 of 3 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- SpeedXiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G9195
- CameraNot enough data
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryXiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G5395
- Displayfrom specsTie8585
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery8,050 mAh vs 4,900 mAh
- Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.7"
- Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G wins — BeastScore 89.3/100
After comparing all the specs, Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 89.3 vs top rival 89.0 and Larger battery capacity: 8,050 mAh (+3,150 mAh more).
Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP · Lighter body: 167g (832g lighter in hand)
Higher overall BeastScore: 89.3 vs top rival 89.0 · Larger battery capacity: 8,050 mAh (+3,150 mAh more)
Common questions
Which is better: Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G or Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G?
Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 89.3/100 compared to Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G (89.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 89.3 vs top rival 89.0 and Larger battery capacity: 8,050 mAh (+3,150 mAh more).
What are the main battery and display differences between Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G and Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G?
Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 4900 mAh battery. Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G has a 6.9-inch display and 8050 mAh battery.
How do Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G and Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G compare for speed?
Samsung Galaxy S26+ 5G scores 91/100 for performance; Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra 5G scores 95/100.
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