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Poco X7 (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

Poco X7 (12GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Poco X7 (12GB + 512GB)
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

7.6

Technical score

10%

9.2

User score

â–²Better than 79% of smartphones
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

â–²Better than 87%
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

8.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.0

Camera

15%

8.7

Display

15%

6.0

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

8.2

Audio

3%

6.5

Design

â–²Better than 76%
9.2

User score

User score
9.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

9.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 97%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Poco X7 (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

8.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.0

Camera

15%

8.7

Display

15%

6.0

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

8.2

Audio

3%

6.5

Design

7.6
User score
User score
9.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

9.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.2
Popularity
Popularity
9.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Poco X7 (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 9.8 points, which is higher than 92.6% of smartphones.
9.8
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

8.0
Brand name
Poco
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 8300-Ultra
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 8300-Ultra processor which is faster than processors in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.35 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.35 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 91.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 78.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 83.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
31.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.4 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 57.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
1.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.67 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches which is larger than the screens of 38.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 13.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1220x 2712 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1220x2712 px which is higher than that of 77.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Pixel density
446 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 446 ppi which is higher than that of 78.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
67 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 67 W which is faster than in 72.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.1% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
160.5 mm
This smartphone has a height of 160.5 mm which is shorter than 78% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Width
74.3 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.3 mm which is narrower than 79% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.3 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm which is thinner than 44.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
190 g
This smartphone weighs 190 g which is lighter than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 4.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
94,720 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 94,720 cm³ which is smaller than 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
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Poco X7 (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 39.6% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.35 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 81.8% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 660 nits
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.35 GHz & 3x3.2 GHz & 4x2.2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.35 GHz & 3x3.2 GHz & 4x2.2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 3.1x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (8533 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    8,533 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 14.9% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
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    Poco X7
    the average smartphone
    Poco X7 (12GB + 512GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.19 vs 8.000).
    9.19 vs 8
  • 80.8% more popular
    Poco X7 (12GB + 512GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.83 vs 5.4).
    9.83 vs 5.44
  • 9.6% better value for money
    Poco X7 (12GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.04 vs 7.3).
    8.04 vs 7.34
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 39.6% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.35 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.35 GHz & 3x3.2 GHz & 4x2.2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.35 GHz & 3x3.2 GHz & 4x2.2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 3.1x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (8533 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    8,533 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 47.4% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1400 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,400 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 2.66x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (68.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    68.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 29.6% higher PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 performance score than the average smartphone (13,978 vs 10,783). The average score is 10,783.
    13,978 vs 10,783
  • 2.37x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (7,389 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    7,389 vs 3,115
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2.71x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (10,361 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    10,361 vs 3,825
  • 59.4% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,502 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,502 vs 942
  • 88.7% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (4,779 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    4,779 vs 2,533
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 3x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (768 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    768 vs 256
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 8300-Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 8,300-Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Erase, AI Sky, AI Bokeh, AI camera scene detection
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 3 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (4 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    4 vs 1
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Has a heart rate monitor
    This smartphone features a heart rate monitor, the average smartphone does not. 4.9% of smartphones include a built-in heart rate sensor.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 81.8% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 660 nits
  • 2x higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (480 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    480 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1220x2712 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1220x2712 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 12.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (446 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    446 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 800 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1800 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,800 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 254.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1148 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,148 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 2.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (67 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    67 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 1.7 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • 3.1 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (160.5 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    160.5 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 3.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (190 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    190 g vs 196.2 g
  • 2.5% higher French repairability index
    This smartphone has a higher French repairability index score than the average smartphone (8.2 vs 8). The average score is 8.
    8.2 vs 8
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lower GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (11:46 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average smartphone scores 13:30 hour/s.
    11:46 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • 10.3% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (705 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    705 min vs 786 min
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 26.9% more expensive
    Poco X7 (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£330 vs £260).
    £330 vs £260
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.4 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lower GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (11:46 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average smartphone scores 13:30 hour/s.
    11:46 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 10.3% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (705 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    705 min vs 786 min
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67

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What we like about Poco X7 (12GB + 512GB)

  • Vibrant 6.67-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and high peak brightness (up to 3,000 nits) for great outdoor visibility.
  • Excellent value for money, offering mid-range performance at a budget-friendly price point.
  • Solid battery life from the 5,110mAh (standard) or 6,000mAh (Pro) battery, typically lasting a full day or more.
  • Fast charging support (45W on standard, 90W on Pro) with chargers often included in the box.
  • Sturdy build quality with an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, which is rare for its price category.
  • Smooth performance in daily tasks and gaming, particularly on the Pro model with the Dimensity 8400 Ultra chipset.
  • Responsive in-display fingerprint sensor for quick unlocking.

What we don't like about Poco X7 (12GB + 512GB)

  • Heavy presence of bloatware (pre-installed apps) and intrusive advertisements within Xiaomi's HyperOS.
  • Mediocre camera performance, specifically with the lower-quality ultrawide and essentially 'useless' 2MP macro sensors.
  • Minimum screen brightness is still too high for comfortable reading in pitch-black environments.
  • Plastic back and curved display are prone to smudges, dust attraction, and can be quite slippery without a case.
  • The standard model occasionally ships with older software (Android 14) despite the Pro model having Android 15.
  • Selfie camera is limited to 1080p at 30fps, which feels dated compared to competitors.
  • Thermal issues reported during intensive gaming or heavy usage, with some units becoming uncomfortably warm.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro (12GB + 512GB) is a powerful mid-range smartphone featuring a vibrant 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1800 nits. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra processor, offering strong performance for gaming and multitasking, complemented by a substantial 12GB of RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. Key pros include the fast charging capabilities (67W wired), the capable 64MP triple camera system with OIS, and its relatively premium feel running Xiaomi's new HyperOS. Potential cons involve the plastic build, the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack, and its camera performance might struggle slightly in very low light conditions compared to high-end flagships.

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