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Forbes
a day ago
- Forbes
Poco F7 At $399: 7 Things To Know About The Spec-Heavy Mid-Ranger
Poco F7 in Silver Earlier this year, Poco made its first true flagship phone with no-compromise cameras (for the price) in the form of F7 Ultra. It is continuing the value-for-money pitch with its new Poco F7. The latest addition to Poco F-series doesn't feature top-notch cameras, but it delivers almost-flagship-level power, a huge battery, and a head-turning design -- all for $399. There's not much to fault with the phone when you consider the price. It is packed to the brim for a mid-ranger, and here are 7 things you need to know about the new Poco F7. 1. An Attention-Grabbing Design Poco F7 in Silver with shimmery effect Poco has always focused on gamers with its design language, and the F7 is no different. The Poco F7 Cyber Silver Edition, in particular, is very flashy and might come off as an in-your-face design, but the top section has a translucent finish that seems to reveal the underlying vents and circuit boards. This is accentuated by the diagonal neon green lines on the camera module and the mirrored silver finish on the rest of the back that shimmers with rainbow colours. The White and Black variants, by contrast, aren't as flashy but retain the two-tone finish. All of them are rated IP68 for dust and water resistance, which isn't the norm for $400 smartphones. I love the Poco F7 design. It evokes the gaming and performance-centric appeal very well. While I'm not fond of the flat sides because they aren't ergonomic, the F7 is easy on the wrist and comfortable to use for long durations, especially while gaming. 2. On Par With 2024's Flagship Performance The Poco F7 is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset. While it belongs to the 2025 chipset family, it doesn't have the new Oryon CPU cores, which puts it on par with last year's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. It is paired with 256GB of UFS 4.1 storage and 12GB of RAM in the base model. The Poco F7 Ultra and F7 situation is like the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R, where the flagship phone offers current-year performance and the lower-end version matches the previous year's power. That said, it isn't weak by any means. In fact, the Poco F7 is the most powerful $399 phone you can find on the market right now. You're unlikely to notice any issues, even with visually demanding games. 3. A Big and Bright Display Poco F7 display The Poco F7 features a 6.83-inch AMOLED screen with a 2772 x 1280-pixel resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+. It is slightly less sharp than the Poco F7 Ultra's 1440p resolution, but the difference is only visible when you're consciously looking for it. The screen is brighter than its predecessor, with support for 1,700 nits high brightness and 3,200 nits peak brightness for supported HDR content. Poco F7's big display is immersive for long gaming sessions, as well as doomscrolling and watching video content on Netflix and YouTube. 4. The Poco F7 Packs A Massive Battery The global variant of Poco F7 packs a 6,500mAh battery, whereas the Indian model houses a huge 7,550mAh silicon-carbon battery. I used the global version, and it lasts all day with ease. No matter what you do, it is highly likely to last an entire day. The Poco F7 supports 90W fast charging that can top up its 6,500mAh cell within 45 minutes. In my usage, it went from 30% to 90% within 30 minutes. It is easily an all-day phone with superfast charging capabilities. 5. Four Years of Android OS Updates Poco F7 in Black The Poco F7 runs Android 15-based HyperOS 2.0. My previous nitpicks and annoyances with the software remain, but it is a highly customizable phone and you can uninstall the pre-installed bloatware. I would take a $399 phone with uninstallable bloatware over a $500 phone with 'clean software,' despite not being a fan of HyperOS design. Poco's new phone offers several AI features like AI Notes, AI Interpreter, AI Image Enhancement, AI Image Expansion, etc., as well as Google Gemini and Circle to Search. You won't miss out on the 2025 AI feature set. Moreover, the company is promising four Android OS updates alongside six years of security patches. 6. An Okay Camera Setup The Poco F7 sports a dual rear camera setup with a 50MP Sony IMX882 primary camera and an 8MP ultrawide-angle sensor. On the front, you get a 20MP fixed-focus selfie shooter. The Poco F7 is not the phone for you if you shoot a lot of photos and videos. While the main camera can deliver good results, the ultrawide camera is average. You can always tweak the settings to get better results, but I wouldn't rely on it for my vacation photos. 7. Poco F7: Price and Availability Poco F7 The Poco F7 was launched on June 24 and will go on sale starting July 1. It is priced at $399 for the base 12GB/256GB variant and $449 for the 12GB/512GB model. You can buy the 256GB variant for as low as $339 during the initial sale. In India, the Poco F7 will be available for INR 31,999 ($372) for the 12GB/256GB model, and INR 33,999 ($395) for the Silver Edition with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. As for the U.K., it is priced at £389 ($530) and £429 ($584) for the 12GB/256GB and 12GB/512GB models, respectively. If you buy them before July 7, you can get them for £319 ($434) and £359 ($488), respectively.
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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Business Standard
POCO F7 debuts with Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, 7,550mAh battery, from Rs 31,999
POCO F7 launched in India with Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, 6.83-inch AMOLED display, 7,550mAh battery, 90W charging and Android 15-based HyperOS 2. Prices start at Rs 31,999 and sales begin July 1 POCO has launched the F7 smartphone in India, priced from Rs 31,999. One of the first smartphones in the country to feature a 7,550mAh battery, the POCO F7 is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor and features a 6.83-inch AMOLED display. The company claims the ultra-slim bezels make it the segment's largest and most immersive display for gaming, streaming, and creative tasks. POCO F7: Price and variants 12GB + 256GB: Rs 31,999 12GB + 512GB: Rs 33,999 Colours: White, black, silver POCO F7: Availability and launch offers The POCO F7 will go on sale in India from July 1 via Flipkart. As an introductory offer, buyers can avail of a Rs 2,000 bank discount on select cards or a Rs 2,000 exchange bonus on trade-ins. No-cost EMI options are available for up to 12 months. Additionally, the company is offering one-year screen damage protection and an extended one-year warranty at no extra cost. POCO F7: Features The smartphone sports a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 3,200 nits. It is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip, the F7 comes with 12GB RAM and up to 512GB storage. The device runs on Xiaomi's HyperOS 2 based on Android 15. On the camera front, the POCO F7 offers a 50MP Sony IMX882 primary sensor with optical image stabilisation, and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. It supports 4K video recording on both the rear and 20MP front camera. The phone packs a 7,550mAh battery with 90W wired charging support and up to 22.5W reverse charging. It is also IP66, IP68 and IP69 certified for dust and water resistance. To ensure consistent performance, the device features POCO's IceLoop cooling system for improved heat dissipation, which helps maintain stable frame rates and low latency during prolonged usage. POCO F7: Specifications Display: 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, 3200nits of peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip RAM: 12GB Storage: up to 512GB Rear camera: 50MP primary (Sony IMX882) + 8MP ultrawide Front camera: 20MP Battery: 7550mAh Charging: 90W wired charging OS: Xiaomi HyperOS 2 based on Android 15 Protection: IP66/68/69
News18
3 days ago
- News18
Poco F7 With Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 Chipset And 7,550mAh Battery Launched In India: Price, Specs
Last Updated: Poco F7 has launched in India with the new Snapdragon 8s chipset, a large battery that supports fast charging. Poco F7 has launched in India, making it the latest premium mid-range phone to be powered by the new Snapdragon 8s chipset and pack a massive 7,000+ mAh battery. Poco F-series has been popular for its value-to-performance appeal and the F7 will be looking to build on that with a fresh design approach, HyperOS out of the box and feature cameras that are more than just reliable for a change. Poco has only launched the F7 regular variant in the country and the Pro version has been introduced for the global markets. Poco F7 5G Price In India Poco F7 price in India starts at Rs 31,999 which gets you the 12GB + 256GB variant, and Rs 33,999 if you want the 12GB + 512GB variant. Poco F7 will be available in India starting from July 1 across online channels. Poco F7 5G Specifications Poco F7 sports a 6.83-inch AMOLED display which is not as compact as the OnePlus 13s or the Vivo X200 FE launched this week. The screen offers 120Hz refresh rate, 3,200 nits of peak brightness, HDR10+ and wet touch display tech so that the screen works even with wet fingers. The in-display fingerprint sensor is available for security which is now useful to set up passkeys. The phone is powered by a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset like the iQOO Neo 10, and it comes with 12GB RAM and up to 512GB storage. The device features a dual rear camera system which includes a 50MP primary sensor and an 8MP ultra-wide lens. The front of the phone carries a 20MP shooter. Poco is using Xiaomi's HyperOS interface with the 2.0 version which is based on Android 15 and the company is promising 4 OS upgrades along with 6 years of security updates for the device. Poco F7 also manages to get IP66, IP68 as well as IP69 rating which makes it reliable in rough conditions. Poco F7 packs a 7,500mAh battery which is one of the biggest we have seen on phones lately. The device offers 90W fast charging support and 22.5W reverse charging also available. It is almost doubling up as a powerbank when needed in emergencies. First Published:
Stuff.tv
4 days ago
- Stuff.tv
The Poco F7's early bird price has to be seen to be believed – and it's bad news for Nothing
The Nothing Phone 3 is perhaps the hottest upcoming phone we're expecting over the coming weeks. But there's a spanner in the works in the form of the brand new Poco F7. It gives potential Nothing buyers more than a little to think about, with the starting price clocking in at $399/£389 and early bird pricing available for an incredible $339/£319. A 67W Xiaomi charger is also included in early orders. That's scarcely believable and undercuts most mid-rangers. We already know the Nothing Phone 3 will launch with the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor as the Poco F7. The more comparable Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro feature the previous Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip. Since the Gen 4 is new the F7 also boasts quite a lot of ticked boxed, with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, NFC and all the key 5G standards supported. Once more Xiaomi offshoot Poco has outdone itself, with a smart, flagship-level design and 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with up to 120Hz refresh rate and 1700nits of peak brightness protected by Corning's Gorilla Glass 7i. I loved the Poco F7 Pro from earlier this year, but this model has also really impressed me during my testing. I'll have a full Poco F7 review for you very soon. Aside from the Snapdragon platform, highlights of the 216g F7 include a huge 6500 mAh battery and up to 90W charging (22.5W reverse, too). It's IP68 rated for dust and water resistance and the main camera is a 50MP Sony IMX882 unit with image stabilisation (there's a 20MP selfie camera, too). The phone runs Xiaomi's HyperOS 2 which is based on Android 15 with full access to Google Play and Google apps. As you can see from my images I have all three designs in hand (white, black and silver), including the stunning Cyber Silver Edition (above) complete with Snapdragon logo and other design flourishes (you won't be surprised to hear this one is my favourite given how much better it looks than its brethren.
GSM Arena
4 days ago
- GSM Arena
Poco F7 review
Poco has officially lifted the curtain on the new Poco F7, and it arrives as a strong contender in the value flagship space, exactly where it's meant to be. As the successor to the much-loved F6, the F7 continues to define Poco's playbook: deliver blistering performance and sleek design without commanding a flagship price. Over the years, the F-series has become synonymous with remarkable performance-for-price-remember the trailblazing Poco F1 in 2018? That kick-started the legend, and models like the F3 and F5 built on that legacy with Top-tier chipsets, high-refresh-rate OLED screens, and cameras that punch above their weight. The F7 picks up that baton, slotting just above the X-series while undercutting premium killers in Xiaomi's own roster-and it does so with a confidence that's become Poco's hallmark. Xiaomi Poco F7 5G specs at a glance: Body: 163.1x77.9x8.2mm, 216g; Glass front, aluminum frame, glass back; IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 2m for 30 min). 163.1x77.9x8.2mm, 216g; Glass front, aluminum frame, glass back; IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 2m for 30 min). Display: 6.83" AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid, 800 nits (typ), 1800 nits (HBM), 3200 nits (peak, 1280x2772px resolution, 19.49:9 aspect ratio, 447ppi. 6.83" AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR Vivid, 800 nits (typ), 1800 nits (HBM), 3200 nits (peak, 1280x2772px resolution, 19.49:9 aspect ratio, 447ppi. Chipset: Qualcomm SM8735 Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 (4 nm): Octa-core (1x3.21 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A720); Adreno 825. Qualcomm SM8735 Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 (4 nm): Octa-core (1x3.21 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A720); Adreno 825. Memory: 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM; UFS 4.1. 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM; UFS 4.1. OS/Software: Android 15, HyperOS 2. Android 15, HyperOS 2. Rear camera: Wide (main) : 50 MP, f/1.5, 26mm, 1/1.95", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS; Ultra wide angle : 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 1/4.0", 1.12µm. : 50 MP, f/1.5, 26mm, 1/1.95", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS; : 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 1/4.0", 1.12µm. Front camera: 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/4". 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/4". Video capture: Rear camera : 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, gyro-EIS; Front camera : 1080p@30/60fps. : 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, gyro-EIS; : 1080p@30/60fps. Battery: 6500mAh; 90W wired, PD3.0, QC3+, 22.5W reverse wired. 6500mAh; 90W wired, PD3.0, QC3+, 22.5W reverse wired. Connectivity: 5G; Wi-Fi 7; BT 5.4, aptX, LHDC 5; NFC. 5G; Wi-Fi 7; BT 5.4, aptX, LHDC 5; NFC. Misc: Fingerprint reader (under display, optical); stereo speakers. With the Poco F7, you get a Snapdragon 8-series processor (the S variant, but still technically a flagship chip), a vibrant 120 Hz AMOLED display, and a dual-camera setup promising everyday excellence. All of this comes wrapped in a polished design and backed by fast charging, all starting at a street price that makes you wonder how Poco still does it. In short, it's everything we expected from a new F-series phone, and then some. Honestly, there are very few obvious omissions from the Poco F7 specs sheet: the display is excellent on paper, the chipset is potent, the stereo speaker setup seems solid, connectivity appears superb. You also get IP68 ingress protection and a 6,500 mAh battery in our international unit (even more on the Indian model), plus fast 90W charging. Unboxing Living up to expectations all starts with the retail package. The Poco F7 ships in a solid two-piece cardboard box - black with bold yellow lettering, in keeping with the brand identity. The box is solid and protects the phone well. A cardboard cradle on the inside keeps the phone in place. We found no plastic other than a small baggy for the phone, which is pretty good environment-wise. Now for the impressive bit - the accessory package. In keeping with tradition, Poco includes a charger in the box. In this case, it is a 90W Xiaomi unit with a USB Type-A port. It is accompanied by a proprietary USB Type-A to Type-C cable with an extra pin on the inside. You need to keep track of both bots to properly use fast charging on your device. The proprietary bit is admittedly a bit annoying, but we get that sticking to this older tech is still much cheaper. Moves like that allow Poco to also throw in a nice TPU case in the retail box, so you can start using your new phone immediately. Page 2
