ZuPick
r/PocoPhonesan owner · 8 mo ago
1I recently bought a poco c71 (6gb, 128 gb). The google and google assistant apps installed are the go version. The Android version in the phone only shows Android 15, no explicit mention of it being go edition.
Colour Cool Blue
Memory
Where to buyCool Blue · 6 GB · 128 GB
Compare all 7 variants across stores
| Variant | Flipkart | Amazon |
|---|---|---|
| Cool Blue · 128 GB | ₹9,999 | Not sold |
| Desert Gold · 128 GB | ₹8,999 | Not sold |
| Desert Gold · 64 GB | ₹8,999 | Not sold |
| Cool Blue · 64 GB | ₹8,999 | Not sold |
| Power Black · 128 GB | ₹9,999 | Not sold |
| 6 GB · 128 GB | Not sold | ₹11,780 |
| Standard | Not sold | ₹12,990 |
The ZuPick verdict
3.5out of 5
ConsiderBest at display, weakest at value.
The POCO C71 gets the basics right with a smooth screen, reliable battery life and steady everyday performance. It is a sensible choice if you want a dependable budget phone and can live with slower charging and a less sharp display.
Based on specs, expert reviews and owner discussions.Performance3.4
Performance is comfortably usable for everyday tasks and light gaming. About 265,000 on AnTuTu puts it a little above the middle for this price, but 4 GB RAM and eMMC storage keep it from feeling especially fast.Camera3.6
The camera setup is decent for a budget phone. The 32 MP main camera, autofocus and bright f/1.75 lens should give pleasing daylight shots, while 1080p video and the 8 MP selfie camera are good enough for casual use.Display3.7
This display is better than average for the price thanks to its 120 Hz refresh rate and 600 nits brightness, which help with smoother scrolling and better outdoor visibility. The 720x1640 LCD panel is still only moderately sharp, so it looks good for daily use rather than truly crisp.Battery3.5
Battery life is a clear strength here. The 5200 mAh battery and 13h 41m endurance are enough for a full day with confidence, though 15W charging keeps top-ups fairly slow.Value3.0
At ₹8999, this phone sits in the upper part of the budget range, so the price is not its biggest advantage. Even so, the smooth display, dependable battery and balanced everyday experience help it offer fair value.Price history
FlipkartAmazon
28 SeptToday
30 days of recorded prices.
Buy now or wait?Worth waiting
It has been as low as ₹8,999 in the period we have tracked.
Lowest
₹8,999
₹8,999
Highest
₹20,999
₹20,999
Pros & cons
What’s good
120 Hz display
The 120 Hz screen makes scrolling feel smoother than most phones at this price. It gives everyday use like messaging, browsing and social apps a more fluid feel.
Good everyday battery
The 5200 mAh battery comfortably covers a full day for most people. With battery life of 13h 41m, it is dependable for calls, video and routine app use.
Solid basic performance
It scores about 265,000 on AnTuTu, which is better than the middle of what this price buys. Day-to-day tasks should feel steady, with enough headroom for light gaming too.
Useful main camera
The 32 MP rear camera with autofocus and a bright f/1.75 lens should do a decent job in daylight. Photos for WhatsApp, documents and casual sharing should come out well enough.
What’s not
Slow 15W charging
Charging is on the slower side for this price. A full top-up takes patience, so it is better suited to overnight or desk charging than quick boosts.
eMMC storage speed
eMMC storage is slower than the faster storage used in some rivals. App installs, updates and loading times can feel less snappy over time.
HD+ screen only
The 720x1640 screen is fine for video and reading, but text and images are not as crisp as sharper screens. You will notice this more if you read a lot.
What owners say
From Redditr/PocoPhonesu/CombinationDouble719 · 9 mo ago
1There's a reason why it runs Android Go. It doesn't have enough ram to run full android, moreover HyperOS which is a really heavy skin.
r/PocoPhonesan owner
Probably worst poco phone ever, it was born bad and always remained like that... If you accidentally have a chance of getting this skip it don't get close to it....
r/PocoPhonesu/Shine_TheWanderer
I took it to the service center and they chalked this up to lagging. The display freezes for a couple of seconds and starts working once I turn the phone off and on. But while gaming, it becomes way too frequent.
r/PocoPhonesu/Shine_TheWanderer
sorry but I can't find it. Gemini says that since my phone has android Go, it doesn't have full MIUI or HyperOS.
r/PocoPhonesu/Shine_TheWanderer
Clearing the system UI cache and restarting the phone worked great for a couple of days but now it doesn't work anymore. I have tried doing it multiple times in different conditions.
r/IndiaTechu/LFCfrvr
Poco C71 fits your description...has 128 GB storage unlike others having 64 in its price range...it's poco wo it must be reliable too, 5200 mah battery....can't say much about the processor though
r/IndiaTechu/LFCfrvr
would say poco is better just because it has a bigger battery, more ram and more storage in less price...both have processors from unisoc, so yes C71 would be better value for money. It should also last longer
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