Poco F6 vs iQOO Neo 9 Pro: A Detailed Comparison

Both Poco F6 and iQOO Neo 9 Pro are strong contenders in the competitive mid-range smartphone segment. Let's take a look at their specifications to see which one is best for you.

Display:

• Size: The Poco F6 has a slightly smaller 6.67-inch screen compared to the iQOO Neo 9 Pro's 6.78-inch screen.
• Resolution: Both have sharp 1.5K OLED panels, but the iQOO Neo 9 Pro has slightly higher pixels (2800 x 1260) compared to the Poco F6 (2712 x 1220).
• Refresh rate: The iQOO Neo 9 Pro runs at a smoother 144Hz refresh rate, while the Poco F6 still offers a respectable 120Hz.
• Maximum Brightness: The iQOO Neo 9 Pro wins this round with a maximum brightness of 3,000 nits, perfect for outdoor use, compared to the 2,400 nits of Poco F6.

Performance:

• Processor: The iQOO Neo 9 Pro has the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, which may offer a slight advantage in raw power. The Poco F6 responds with the newer Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, which can be optimized for performance.
• RAM and Storage: Both offer similar options with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. However, the Poco F6 offers a basic version with 256GB of storage, while the iQOO Neo 9 Pro starts at 128GB.

Battery:

• Capacity: The iQOO Neo 9 Pro is powered by a larger 5160mAh battery compared to the Poco F6's 5000mAh battery.
• Charging: iQOO Neo 9 Pro offers faster charging of 120W, while Poco F6 offers 90W.

Cameras:

• Rear Camera: Both phones have a 50MP primary sensor, but the iQOO Neo 9 Pro uses a potentially better Sony IMX920 sensor compared to the Poco F6's IMX882. Both offer an 8MP ultrawide sensor.
• Front Camera: Poco F6's front camera is a higher resolution 20MP compared to iQOO Neo 9 Pro's 16MP sensor.

Other Features:

• Software: Poco F6 offers 3 years of OS updates and 4 years of security updates, which may be of interest to long-time users. The iQOO Neo 9 Pro comes with Origin OS 4, which may have a different user experience than Poco's air HyperOS.
• Design and construction: The Poco F6 is lighter and thinner (179 grams, 7.8 mm) and has a higher quality Gorilla Glass Victus back compared to the plastic construction of iQOO Neo 9 Pro (196 grams, 7.99 mm). However, the iQOO Neo 9 Pro has the newer Wi-Fi 7 standard.
• Water Resistance: Poco F6 offers an IP64 rating for dust and water resistance, while iQOO Neo 9 Pro lacks an official rating (although some sources suggest splash resistance).

Price:

• The Poco F6 starts at Rs 29,999 (8GB + 256GB), offering better value for the larger base storage.
• The iQOO Neo 9 Pro starts at Rs 34,999 (8GB + 128GB) but has a flagship processor and faster charging.

Verdict:

Choosing between the two depends on your priorities.

Get the Poco F6 if:

• You like a lighter and thinner phone with higher quality.
• You appreciate a longer software update commitment.
• Starting price with higher base storage is more attractive.

Get the iQOO Neo 9 Pro if:

• You definitely want the best possible performance with the latest Snapdragon processor.
• You prefer a smooth possible 144Hz refresh rate screen.
• You need the fastest download speed.
• For outdoor use, you prefer a brighter screen.

Finally, both the Poco F6 and the iQOO Neo 9 Pro are compelling choices. Consider your needs and budget to make the best choice..