Xiaomi has introduced the Poco M7, which is a rebranded version of the Redmi 14C, available only in India at the moment. This budget-friendly 5G smartphone promises two years of OS and four years of security updates, making it a solid long-term option. It should hopefully arrive in Pakistan soon.
Design and Display
The Poco M7 features a circular camera module and comes in Black, Green, and Blue. It sports a 6.88-inch LCD with 720p resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate for smoother visuals. TUV Rheinland certification ensures low blue light emissions and flicker-free performance, making it comfortable for extended use.
Internals and Software
Powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, the Poco M7 supports 5G connectivity and comes in 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage configurations, with expandable storage up to 1 TB. Running on HyperOS (based on Android 14), it offers a refined user experience with long-term software support.
Cameras
The Poco M7 houses a 50MP main camera, though details on the secondary lens remain unspecified. On the front, an 8MP selfie camera is suitable for casual photography and video calls. While the camera hardware is simple, Xiaomi’s software optimizations should enhance performance.
Battery and Pricing
A 5,160 mAh battery powers the device, offering all-day usage with 18W fast charging.
Priced at $114 for the 6 GB + 128 GB model and $126 for the 8 GB + 128 GB variant, the Poco M7 offers better memory options than the Redmi 14C at the same price.
Poco M7 Specifications
| Chipset | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×1.95 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Adreno 613 |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS |
| Supported Networks | 2G, 3G, 4G LTE,5G |
| Display | 6.88 inches, IPS LCD, 120Hz, 450 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM) |
| RAM | 6 GB, 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Card Slot | Yes |
| Main Camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.96″, PDAF |
| Front Camera | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide) |
| Colors | Ocean Blue, Satin Black, Mint Green |
| Fingerprint sensor | Side-mounted |
| Battery |
5,160 mAh, 18W wired charging |
| Price |
$114 |
