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Poco X7 (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

Poco X7 (8GB + 256GB) 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 (8GB + 256GB)
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 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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â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

90%

7.2

Technical score

10%

9.2

User score

â–²Better than 71% 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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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–²Better than 87%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 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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â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components

25%

7.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

9.0

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

6.2

Audio

3%

8.0

Design

â–²Better than 67%
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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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

9.8

Number of reviews

★Better than 97%
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Best prices
    N/A~ £180
Best rankings
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Available versions:
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Poco X7 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 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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â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components:

25%

7.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

9.0

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

6.2

Audio

3%

8.0

Design

7.2
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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★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

9.8

Number of reviews

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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★ Better than 93% of models
Popularity:
Poco X7 (8GB + 256GB) 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
✕
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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â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

8.0
Brand name
Poco
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra processor which is faster than processors in 60.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.5 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% 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
50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 52.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.5 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.5 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 97.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
32 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 32 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 42.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
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
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 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
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 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
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 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
5,110 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,110 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 61.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
45 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 57.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 6.6% 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
Market range: <1 – >3
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
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
162.3 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 162.3 mm which is shorter than 65.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Width
74.4 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.4 mm which is narrower than 78.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.4 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.4 mm which is thicker than 55.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.6% of smartphones.
Weight
185.5 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 185.5 g which is lighter than 78.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
95,904 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 95,904 cm³ which is smaller than 57.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
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Poco X7 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 2,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    3,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 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
  • 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
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6400 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.5 & 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/1.5 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • 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
  • 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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    the average smartphone
    Poco X7 (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.19 vs 8.000).
    9.19 vs 8
  • 80.8% more popular
    Poco X7 (8GB + 256GB) 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 (8GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.04 vs 7.3).
    8.04 vs 7.34
  • 44.4% cheaper
    Poco X7 (8GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£180 vs £260).
    £180 vs £260
  • 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
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6400 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 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
  • 10.2% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1047 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,047 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.5 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 4.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 9.4% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,031 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,031 vs 942
  • 14.5% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,901 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    2,901 vs 2,533
  • 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 Image Expansion, AI Erase Pro, AI Film, AI Face Unlock
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.5 & 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/1.5 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (20 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    20 MP vs 16 MP
  • 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.
  • 2,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    3,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 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.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 2.2% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5110 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,110 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 5.5% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (185.5 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    185.5 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.6 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    January 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 1.3 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (162.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    162.3 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 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.
  • Lower GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (11:07 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average smartphone scores 13:30 hour/s.
    11:7 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6200 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    6,200 million vs 10,300 million
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 7,300 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 33.2% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 39.8% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6200 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    6,200 million vs 10,300 million
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 7,300 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 33.2% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 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.
  • Lower GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (11:07 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average smartphone scores 13:30 hour/s.
    11:7 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.

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deccanherald.com
17/02/2025
Summary of the review
Poco X7 review: Good performer with flashy design
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techadvisor.com
16/01/2025
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Xiaomi Poco X7 review
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charlestech.fr
21/01/2025
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Poco X7 Review: A smartphone built to please at a low price
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android-mt.ouest-france.fr
18/02/2025
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POCO X7 Review: Excellent Value for Money
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smartphonology.it
23/01/2025
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POCO X7 Review: Complete, stylish, and easy to handle
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mi.com
09/01/2025
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POCO X7 Reviews - Xiaomi Italy: Want to delve deeper into the comparison between Poco X7 and Poco X6 specs to evaluate the generational leap?
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gamesurf.it
27/01/2025
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Poco X7 – Reviewing the 2025 Smartphone
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glitching.net
15/03/2025
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Poco X7 Review: The Mid-Range Racer Delivering High-End Performance
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tweakers.net
01/04/2025
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POCO X7 and X7 Pro - Bright Yellow and Lightning Fast
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technologyinsider.nl
14/02/2025
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Poco X7 Review: A great smartphone deal for 250 euros
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laurentwillen.nl
10/01/2025
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POCO X7: Review / Opinion | What no one is telling you
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Poco X7 (8GB + 256GB)

  • 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 (8GB + 256GB)

  • 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 X7 (8GB + 256GB) is a value-oriented 5G smartphone featuring the capable MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Ultra processor and a vibrant 6.67-inch, 120Hz, 1.5K CrystalRes AMOLED display protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2. A major pro is its robust, flagship-level IP68 dust and water resistance rating, which is uncommon for its price segment, alongside a respectable 50MP main camera with OIS and a 5,110mAh (or 5,500mAh depending on region) battery. The primary cons include the use of slower UFS 2.2 storage (compared to the Pro model's UFS 4.0), a mediocre 8MP ultrawide and 2MP macro camera setup, and the potential presence of bloatware and ads in the HyperOS software.

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