Poco F6 and F6 Pro: Flagship Killers Get a Refresh with New Chips and Faster Charging

Xiaomi’s Poco sub-brand has unveiled the F6 and F6 Pro, the successors to the popular F5 and F5 Pro mid-range smartphones. The new phones offer significant upgrades in performance, display quality, and charging speed, making them strong contenders in the “flagship killer” category.

The Poco F6 boasts the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset, offering top-tier performance for gamers and demanding users. It features a beautiful 6.67-inch 1.5K OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR support. The phone also benefits from a more durable design with an IP64 rating and Gorilla Glass Victus protection.

The Poco F6 Pro takes things a step further with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, which delivers excellent GPU performance. It boasts an even sharper 1440p+ OLED display with a super high 4,000 nits peak brightness. Xiaomi has also included a massive 120W fast charging system that can fully charge the phone in just 19 minutes.

Camera Upgrades and More

While camera specs remain fairly similar between the F6 and F5, the Pro model offers a noticeable improvement with a larger 50MP main sensor and a brighter f/1.6 aperture. Both phones lack a telephoto lens, but they do offer a decent ultra-wide sensor and upgraded selfie cameras.

Pricing and Availability

The Poco F6 starts at $340 for the early bird price (8/256GB) and goes up to $380 for the 12/512GB version. The Poco F6 Pro starts at $500 for the 12/256GB model, with prices increasing for higher storage options. The F6 is available globally starting today, while the Pro model will be available in most regions except India.

Finally, the Poco F6 and F6 Pro offer excellent value for money, packing high-end features at competitive prices. With their powerful processors, fast charging, and beautiful displays, these phones are sure to be popular choices for users looking for a flagship-like experience without the flagship price tag.

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