Poco X6 Pro: Features, Specs & Review

Editorial Desk January 18, 2024 & 18:50 [IST]
Poco X6 Pro

Smartphone enthusiasts have been eagerly anticipating the successor to the POCO X5 Pro, and the POCO X6 Pro seems to have stirred quite a buzz. With significant improvements in performance, display, and software, does it live up to the expectations? Let's dive into the review to find out if the POCO X6 Pro is a worthwhile investment.

POCO X6 Pro: Design

  • Sizable camera deco with a stylish dual-tone finish.

  • Module protrudes for stability and includes four individual rings for cameras.

  • 'Racing Grey' color variant with glastic black, accompanied by a quality TPU case.

  • USB Type-C port, dual-speaker output with Dolby Atmos, and in-display fingerprint scanner.

POCO X6 Pro: Display

  • 6.67-inch AMOLED display with adaptive refresh rate (up to 120Hz) and 1,800 nits peak brightness.

  • Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and 100 percent wide color gamut.

  • Razor-thin bezels, Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection, and a small punch-hole setup.

  • 'Wet touch display' to prevent false touches during gaming or exposure to water.

POCO X6 Pro: Camera

  • 64MP primary camera with OIS and EIS, 8MP ultra-wide, and 2MP macro cameras.

  • 16MP front-facing camera for selfies and video calling.

  • Respectable image quality, sharp shots in low light, but some noise in frames.

  • Acceptable macro shots and pleasing selfies, but portrait mode needs improvement.

POCO X6 Pro: Performance

  • Powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra SoC with WildBoost Optimisation 2.0.

  • Large 5,000mm vapour chamber for effective cooling.

  • Up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB UFS 4.0 storage.

  • Impressive benchmark scores, handles gaming with ease, minimal heating even under load.

POCO X6 Pro: Software

  • Runs on Xiaomi HyperOS based on Android 14.

  • Similar to MIUI 14 with minor tweaks, like lock screen customization.

  • AI features for image background change and clipboard copying.

  • Some third-party apps included, but removable with HyperOS.

POCO X6 Pro: Battery Life

  • 5000 mAh battery with 67W Turbo Charging, charging in 40-45 minutes.

  • Lasts a day with gaming, navigation, and streaming.

  • PC Mark battery test score of 12 hours and 25 minutes.

POCO X6 Pro: Specifications

General

Operating System

Android v14

Custom UI

HyperOS

Performance

Chipset

MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra

RAM

8 GB

RAM Type

LPDDR5X

Display

Display Type

AMOLED

Screen Size

6.67 inches (16.94 cm)

Refresh Rate

120 Hz

Camera

Main Camera

Camera Setup

Triple

Resolution

64 MP Primary Camera

8 MP Ultra-Wide Camera

2 MP Macro Camera

Front Camera

Camera Setup

Single

Resolution

16 MP Primary Camera

Battery

Capacity

5000 mAh

Storage

Internal Memory

256 GB

Expandable Memory

No

Storage Type

UFS 4.0

Network & Connectivity

SIM Slot(s)

Dual SIM, GSM+GSM

SIM Size

SIM1: Nano

SIM2: Nano

Network Support

5G Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G

Sensors

Fingerprint Sensor Position

On-screen

Conclusion

The POCO X6 Pro shines in the mid-range segment, offering top-notch performance, a stunning display, and impressive battery life. Despite minor camera concerns and a cluttered UI, it stands out as a compelling choice, especially for power users. With a starting price of Rs 26,999, it's a smartphone worth considering.

Ready to elevate your gaming experience? Consider the POCO X6 Pro as your next smartphone purchase!