The much-anticipated Poco M6 5G made its official entry into the Indian market on Friday, boasting the title of the “most affordable 5G phone ever.” Under the hood, the phone harnesses the robust performance of a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC, seamlessly coupled with configurations of up to 8GB of RAM and an expansive 256GB of internal storage capacity. Operating on the latest Android 13-based MIUI 14, this device promises a sleek and cutting-edge user experience right out of the box. Further enhancing its appeal, the phone is fortified by a substantial 5,000mAh battery supported by 18W wired charging capabilities. Anticipated for release later this month, the Poco M6 5G will hit the shelves in an assortment of two enticing color variants and three distinct RAM and storage configurations, catering to diverse consumer preferences.
Poco M6 5G price in India, availability
Offered in Galactic Black and Orion Blue colourways, the Poco M6 5G is priced at Rs. 10,499 for the base 4GB + 128GB RAM and storage configuration, while the 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB variants cost Rs. 11,499 and Rs. 13,499, respectively.
The Poco M6 5G will be available for purchase exclusively via Flipkart starting December 26 at 12pm (noon) IST. The company states that buyers will be eligible for a Rs. 1,000 cashback offer by using ICICI Bank credit and debit cards at the time of purchase.
Poco M6 5G specifications, features
The Poco M6 5G features a 6.74-inch HD+ (1,600 x 720 pixels) display with a refresh rate of 90Hz, pixel density of 260ppi, a peak brightness level of 600 nits, a touch sampling rate of 180Hz alongside Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection and TÜV low blue light and flicker-free certification.
Powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ chipset, the Poco M6 5G also comes with a Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 inbuilt storage. The RAM is expandable up to an additional 8GB, while the storage can be extended up to 1TB via a microSD card. The handset boots Android 13-based MIUI 14 out-of-the-box.
In the camera department, the Poco M6 5G carries a 50-megapixel AI-backed primary and an unspecified secondary sensor at the back. The front camera is equipped with a 5-megapixel sensor and is placed in a centred waterdrop notch at the top of the display.
Sporting a robust 5,000mAh battery complemented by 18W wired charging capabilities, the Poco M6 5G ensures prolonged usage without compromising on performance. In terms of security features, the phone is equipped with a convenient side-mounted fingerprint scanner, offering users quick and secure access to their device. Emphasizing convenience, the inclusion of a 3.5mm audio jack ensures compatibility with a wide array of headphones and audio devices. Connectivity-wise, the phone offers comprehensive support for 5G and 4G LTE networks, alongside Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, and USB Type-C connectivity options, ensuring seamless connectivity across various platforms. With dimensions measuring 168mm x 77.91mm x 8.19mm and a weight of 195g, the handset strikes a balance between a comfortable grip and a sleek, portable design.
