PhoneLifespan

Galaxy S23 FE vs Poco M6 Pro

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Too close to call outright

These two are within 3 points overall — it genuinely depends on price on the day. The Galaxy S23 FE edges both longevity and performance, so prefer it when prices are close.

Value Score: Galaxy S23 FE 71 · Poco M6 Pro 68 methodology

The lifespan decider

When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE $164
Buy with care$5.77/mo
2023◆ Buy-by Oct 20262028
Xiaomi Poco M6 Pro $170
Buy with care$8.97/mo
2024◆ Buy-by Jan 20262028

Category by category

Display
Galaxy S23 FE 70Poco M6 Pro 70

Both displays are effectively the same class.

Performance
Galaxy S23 FE 65Poco M6 Pro 44

The Galaxy S23 FE's Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (US model) is simply the faster chip.

Camera
Galaxy S23 FE 79Poco M6 Pro 67

The Galaxy S23 FE has the stronger camera system (3 real rear lenses vs 2).

Battery
Galaxy S23 FE 70Poco M6 Pro 80

5,000mAh vs 4,500mAh — the Poco M6 Pro lasts longer between charges.

Software longevity
Galaxy S23 FE 34Poco M6 Pro 23

The Galaxy S23 FE is supported until Oct 2028 — 9 months longer than the Poco M6 Pro.

Value
Galaxy S23 FE 71Poco M6 Pro 68

Pound for pound, these two are equally good deals.

Full spec table
SpecGalaxy S23 FEPoco M6 Pro
Price (street)$164$170
Display6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X, FHD+, 60–120Hz6.67-inch AMOLED, 2400x1080 (FHD+), 120Hz
ChipsetSnapdragon 8 Gen 1 (US model)MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra
RAM8GB8GB/12GB
Storage128GB/256GB256GB/512GB
Battery4,500 mAh5,000 mAh
Charging25W wired, 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless67W wired
Rear cameras50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, 8MP telephoto 3x64MP main, 8MP ultra-wide
Dimensions158.0 × 76.5 × 8.2 mm161.1 × 75 × 8 mm
Weight209 g179 g
Water resistanceIP68IP54
Supported untilOct 2028Jan 2028

Scores and verdicts are computed from our verified database — see exactly how. Specs from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers.