Xiaomi Poco M6 Pro Specs, Price, and Best Deals

Xiaomi Poco M6 Pro was introduced on August 5, 2023. It is Xiaomi-first Snapdragon 4 Gen 2-powered Android smartphone. It has a 6.79-inch 90Hz Full HD+ LCD display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor, 4GB/6GB of RAM, and 64GB/128GB of storage. The Xiaomi Poco M6 Pro also has a dual rear camera and powered by a 5000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging.

Design

The Poco M6 Pro has an outstanding build with a plastic frame that holds together the glass front and back panels, the phone exudes a premium feel while maintaining a relatively lightweight build. It measures a dimension of 168.6 x 76.3 x 8.2 mm and weigh 199 grams, making it fit perfectly on hand and in the pocket.

It is available in two attractive color options, Power Black and Forest Green, users have a choice that caters to their personal style.

The android phone has a 6.79-inch Full HD+ LCD display, which offers a resolution of 1080 x 2460 pixels. It has slim bezels and a screen-to-body ratio of approximately 85.1% maximize the viewing area, immersing users in their content.

Additionally, it features a 550nits peak brightness and 90Hz high refresh rate which ensures smoother animations and scrolling, enhancing the overall user experience. The display’s vividness and clarity are further protected by Gorilla Glass 3, guarding against scratches and minor impacts.

Turning to the back of the Xiaomi phone, the distinctive design element is the camera module, characterized by three rings. Two large rings house the dual-lens rear camera setup, and the last ring hold the LED flash. These cameras are situated within a black island, adorned with the POCO branding, adding a touch of elegance to the rear panel.

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Meanwhile, on the right side of the Xiaomi Poco M6 Pro, sits the volume rocker and power buttons which doubles as the fingerprint sensor. On the left, there is a SIM card/microSD card slot while the top, has a speaker graces the device. The bottom also host a 3.5mm headphone jack for audio enjoyment and a micro-USB port for charging and data transfer.

Camera

The Poco M6 Pro has a dual-lens rear configuration including a 50MP wide with 2MP depth Camera and a 8MP single front-facing selfie sensor.

The primary 50MP wide camera comes with an f/1.8 aperture, hence, it’s capable of producing decent photographs, particularly under normal lighting conditions. This high-resolution sensor allows you to capture images with exceptional detail and clarity. The wide camera also features the phase-detection autofocus (PDAF) technology, which ensures quick and accurate focusing, enabling you to capture your desired shot with ease.

Alongside the primary camera, the Xiaomi Poco M6 Pro features a 2 MP depth sensor, which doesn’t significantly contribute to the overall photography experience, rendering it less valuable in practical usage scenarios. On the other hand, the 8MP front-facing camera captures good-quality selfies under normal lighting conditions, allowing users to document their moments effectively.

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For video recording, the Poco M6 Pro supports up to 1080p at 30fps for both front and rear cameras. In well-lit environments, the videos exhibit satisfactory quality, showcasing colors and details reasonably well. However, when faced with low-light or nighttime conditions, both photos and videos suffer a decline in quality, which is not unexpected for a budget smartphone.

The camera app on the Poco M6 Pro presents a clean and minimalist interface, offering standard features like portrait mode, slow-motion mode, timelapse mode, and more. The inclusion of a Night Mode is appreciated, although its effectiveness might not be on par with some higher-end devices.

Hardware and Software

At the heart of the device is the powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, manufactured using the advanced 4nm process technology. This not only delivers solid performance but also enhances power efficiency, contributing to prolonged battery life.

The octa-core CPU configuration comprises two high-performance Cortex-A78 cores clocked at 2.2 GHz for demanding tasks, while six Cortex-A55 cores handle lighter activities, optimizing both power and performance. This well-balanced setup guarantees smooth multitasking and responsive performance across a range of applications.

Accompanying the CPU is the Adreno 613 GPU, which contributes to fluid graphics rendering and enhances the overall gaming and visual experience.

In the memory department, the Poco M6 Pro offers two configurations: 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM paired with 64GB of UFS 2.2 storage, and 6GB of RAM paired with 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The storage utilizes a UFS storage technology that significantly boosts read and write speeds, leading to faster app loading times and smoother overall performance. Additionally, the internal storage is expandable with the use of a micro SD card.

Under the hood, the Xiaomi Poco M6 Pro runs on the Android 13 operating system with the MIUI 14 interface layered on top, providing a modern and intuitive user interface. This combination ensures a user-friendly experience with access to the latest features and improvements offered by both Android and MIUI.

The Xiaomi Poco M6 Pro’s substantial 5,000mAh battery capacity is a notable highlight. It also supports 18W fast charging, so you can quickly top up your device when needed.

For connectivity option this Poco phone features 5G network, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and GPS. It also has a USB Type-C 2.0 port for charging and data transfer.

Xiaomi Poco M6 Pro Price and Availability

Xiaomi Poco M6 Pro price starts at $175 /€160 ₹ 13,998. The Poco M6 Pro price in Nigeria starts at around ‎₦148,000.