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Xiaomi Poco M6

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$120
Not US-official; USD-equivalent of global/Asia pricing
$129 at launch

How long will it last?

Our estimate

Supported until June 2027 · Buy-by June 2025

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2024◆ Buy-by Jun 20252027

Apple doesn't publish an end date, but iPhones have a consistent ~3-year update track record — on that basis the Poco M6 should be supported until around June 2027. Buying it today still gets you about 1.0 years of safe use (Apple's written legal minimum is 5 years).

Source: Xiaomi's official policy · last verified 2026-06-13 · how we compute this

TrueCost

Street price ÷ months of safe use remaining — the number that makes cheap short-lived phones expensive, and well-supported ones cheap.

$10.07/month

49% above the under-$300 median ($6.74/mo, dying phones excluded)

Our verdict

A budget FHD+ phone that pairs a 108MP camera headline with solid battery, if you can live with 4G-only and a basic chip.

Pros

  • Sharp 6.79-inch FHD+ display, a step up from C-series
  • 108MP main camera produces detailed daylight shots
  • Faster 33W charging than most budget rivals

Cons

  • 4G-only with no 5G connectivity
  • Helio G91 Ultra is modest for gaming
Best for: Budget buyers who want a sharp screen and big camera numberBest for: People in 4G areas who do not need 5GAvoid if: You need 5G or heavy gaming performanceAvoid if: You want a flagship-grade camera in low light

Full specifications

Display

💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).

Screen6.79-inch IPS LCD, 2460x1080 (FHD+), 90Hz
Performance

💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.

ChipsetMediaTek Helio G91 Ultra
RAM6GB / 8GB
Storage128GB / 256GB
Cameras

💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.

main108MP
front13MP
Battery & charging

💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.

Battery5,030 mAh
Charging33W wired
Build

💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.

Dimensions168 × 76.5 × 8.2 mm
Weight205 g
MaterialsPlastic front, plastic back and frame
Water resistanceIP54
Software & connectivity

💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.

SoftwareAndroid 14 with HyperOS at launch
Connectivity4G LTE, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C, 3.5mm jack
Update policy~2 years of updates (our estimate from Xiaomi's track record — written minimum is 5 years)

Better-value alternatives

Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.

Frequently asked questions

Does the Poco M6 4G support 5G?

No. The standard Poco M6 is a 4G LTE-only phone built on the Helio G91 Ultra; there is no 5G version under this name.

How good is the 108MP camera on the Poco M6?

It captures plenty of detail in good light using pixel binning, but like most budget 108MP sensors it struggles in low light.

Is the Poco M6 screen FHD+?

Yes. It uses a 6.79-inch 90Hz IPS panel at 2460x1080 FHD+, which is sharper than the HD+ panels on the Poco C-series.

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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-06-13.