Smartphone prices have skyrocketed recently, and if you are currently wondering which smartphone to buy in the ₹20,000 to ₹22,000 range,
we are going to take a look at the Poco X7 Pro. We will explore whether this phone proves to be a “value-for-money” option
this year, and also cover its key specifications and features.
Key Highlights
6550mAh battery with 90W fast charger
6.67-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
MediaTek Dimensity 8400 processor
Features IP68 and IP69 ratings, along with Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection
Display and Design
The Poco X7 Pro features a 6.67-inch 1.5K AMOLED display that supports 68 billion colors. A 120Hz refresh rate ensures a smooth experience for gaming animations and scrolling.
The display supports 1920Hz PWM dimming and offers a resolution of 1220 x 2712 pixels; with a high brightness mode reaching 1400 nits, it provides good visibility even in outdoor lighting, while also supporting a peak brightness of up to 3200 nits.
It is protected by Gorilla Glass 7i. The device boasts an 88.8% screen-to-body ratio, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and a pixel density of 446 ppi. Additionally, it includes an under-display fingerprint scanner for security.
Regarding its design, the phone features a plastic back panel and a plastic frame. It holds IP68 and IP69 ratings for protection against dust and water.
The phone weighs 195g or 198g, measures 160.8 x 75.2 mm, and has a thickness of 8.3mm. It also supports dual Nano SIMs.
Camera and processor performance
Regarding the Poco X7 Pro’s camera, it features a dual-camera setup with an LED flash. The primary sensor is a 50-megapixel camera with an f/1.8 aperture, PDAF, and OIS. The secondary camera is an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens with an f/2.2 aperture.
For selfies and video calls, the phone is equipped with a 20-megapixel, 25mm wide-angle front camera with an f/2.2 aperture.
The 50-megapixel camera supports 4K video recording at 30/60 FPS, while the selfie and ultra-wide cameras support recording at up to 1080p at 30 FPS.
In terms of performance, the smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra processor, built using 4nm technology.
This processor easily handles daily tasks such as general usage, social media multitasking, gaming, and web browsing. Reports indicate that the processor achieves an AnTuTu score of up to 1.4 million, which is impressive.
The processor is not only powerful but also energy-efficient. The phone was launched in three color variants: Yellow (with a dual-design vegan leather finish), Nebula Green, and Obsidian Black.
Connectivity and battery performance
Regarding connectivity, the Poco X7 Pro comes equipped with features such as Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, USB Type-C 2.0, NFC for contactless payments, and an IR Blaster.
As for the battery, it houses a large 6550mAh unit; this high capacity allows the phone to run all day on a single charge, eliminating the need to carry a charger around.
With moderate usage, the battery can reportedly last up to 1.5 days, though actual battery backup will ultimately depend on individual usage patterns and conditions.
A 90W power adapter is included in the box to charge this large battery, and the device also supports reverse charging for other devices. Additionally, the Poco X7 Pro features dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support.
Storage, Price, and Operating System
This phone comes with HyperOS 2 and Android 15 out of the box. Poco claims it will receive 3 years of Android updates and 4 years of security updates.
Additionally, the Poco X7 Pro is available in India in two RAM and storage variants,
featuring LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. It is priced at ₹23,999 for the 8GB + 256GB model and ₹25,999 for the 12GB + 256GB model.