The POCO F6 debuted in global markets recently. It packs premium specifications in the mid-range price segment, most notably a Snapdragon 8-series chipset.
The device goes up against a plenty of other phones, including Redmi Note 13 Pro+, Realme 12 Pro+ 5G, and more in the market. However, in this post, we will compare the POCO F6 with the Motorola Edge 50 Pro that launched not long ago.
POCO F6 vs Motorola Edge 50 Pro
The POCO F6 and Motorola Edge 50 Pro are quite different compared to each other. However, both are sub-Rs 30,000 priced smartphones in India. This makes it difficult to choose either of the smartphones if you’re interested in both.
While Motorola is a legacy brand, POCO offers value to customers at attractive price points. In this post, we compare everything between the F6 and Edge 50 Pro.
The POCO F6 has a 6.67-inch OLED flat screen with a 1.5K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and 2,400 nits peak brightness. There is an integrated fingerprint scanner. Meanwhile, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro boasts a 6.7-inch p-OLED display with curved edges that gives a premium feel. It has the same 1.5K resolution as the POCO F6. However, the Edge 50 Pro has an edge here due to its higher 144Hz refresh rate and Pantone Validated display that offers realistic colors and accurate skin tones.
The POCO F6 has a simple design with two protruding camera rings on the back panel and a flat frame. This would appear quite bland for those who want a stylish look. On the other hand, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro has a raised squarish camera module on the back panel. Although we have seen it on older phones, it does give a unique look.
The Edge 50 Pro is also IP68-certified whereas POCO F6 has an IP64 rating. The former is available in leather-textured Black Beauty and Luxe Lavender color options whereas the Moonlight Pearl has a gradient texture finish.
2. Hardware
Under the hood, the POCO F6 is equipped with a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor paired with up to 12GB LPDDR5x RAM and 512GB UFS 4.0 storage. It also has a heat dissipation system onboard. The device draws its power from a 5,000mAh battery with support for 90W charging.
Coming to the Motorola Edge 50 Pro, it is powered by a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor which is not anywhere close to the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. However, it is still capable of everyday usage and some light to medium gaming. The device is offered with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. It lacks a thermals onboard for cooling down the device. The smartphone is backed by a 4,500mAh cell with support for a faster 120W wired as well as 50W wireless charging. The latter is a cherry on the cake. But do note that the base variant is limited to only 68W wired charging.
3. Cameras
The POCO F6 has a dual camera setup of a 50MP OIS-enabled Sony LYT-600 main sensor and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens. It has motion-tracking focus and is capable of recording 4K HDR10+ videos. There is a 20MP selfie snapper.
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro gets the upper hand in the photography department. The triple camera setup comprises a 50MP OIS primary sensor, a 13MP ultra-wide-angle lens that doubles up as a macro and depth unit, and a 10MP telephoto camera with 30x hybrid zoom. Up front, the device has a 50MP camera. The Edge 50 Pro’s camera is again Pantone Validated which captures true colours.
4. Software
The POCO F6 ships with HyperOS-based Android 14 out of the box. The Motorola Edge 50 Pro also comes with Android 14. Both phones are eligible for three OS updates and 4 years of security patches.
The POCO F6 packs smart sensing AON that includes smart gestures, smart lock detection, smart AOD, and smart screen rotation. Meanwhile, the Edge 50 Pro comes with Generative AI theming for creating your own unique wallpaper powered by AI. There are also Motorola Experiences like shaking the phone to enable the flashlight and twisting the wrist to launch the camera.
5. Pricing & Conclusion
The POCO F6 starts at 29,999 for the 8GB + 256GB variant, whereas the 12GB + 256 costs Rs 31,999. The 12GB + 512GB option carries a price tag of Rs 33,999.
On the other hand, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro is priced at Rs 31,999 and Rs 35,999 for the 8GB + 256GB and 12GB + 256GB variants, respecively.
In our conclusion, both phones give tough competition to each other. The Motorola Edge 50 Pro outdoes the POCO F6 in the display, design and camera department whereas the POCO F6 ups its ante in the performance area as well as in software features. The POCO F6 is also slightly cheaper.
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