POCO F6 5G, front
POCO · Launched May 2024

POCO F6 5G

Consider3.6 / 5Why?
Colour Black
Memory
Where to buyBlack · 12 GB · 512 GB
Only on Flipkart in this variant
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₹33,999 *Buy on Flipkart
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Compare all 5 variants across stores
VariantFlipkartAmazon
Black · 256 GB₹29,999Not sold
Titanium · 256 GB₹29,999Not sold
Black · 12 GB · 256 GB₹31,999Not sold
Black · 12 GB · 512 GB₹33,999Not sold
TitaniumNot sold₹33,999
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The ZuPick verdict

3.6out of 5
ConsiderBest at performance, weakest at battery.

The POCO F6 5G is built around speed, a very good display and fast charging, and it does those jobs well. Its weaker points are battery endurance versus newer big-battery rivals and a camera setup that stops short of true enthusiast territory.

Based on specs, expert reviews and owner discussions.
Performance4.4
Performance is one of the phone's biggest strengths. It scores about 1.5 million on AnTuTu, well above the middle of this price range, and UFS 4.0 storage keeps everything feeling quick.
Camera3.2
The camera system gets the basics right with a 50 MP main camera, optical stabilisation, 4K60 video and a proper 8 MP ultrawide. It falls short of the best camera phones here because there is no telephoto lens and the front camera is only average for this class.
Display3.8
This is a strong screen for the money. The AMOLED panel, 120 Hz refresh rate, 2400 nits peak brightness and sharper-than-usual 1220x2712 resolution give it a clear edge over basic Full HD rivals.
Battery2.8
Battery life is good rather than class-leading. The 5000 mAh cell and 90W charging make daily use easy, but several rivals in this range now offer bigger batteries or longer endurance.
Value4.1
At ₹31999, this is aggressive value for the level of speed, display quality and charging you get. It gives you a lot of flagship-style performance without pushing to the top of the price range.

Price history

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₹39,999₹33,808₹27,616
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It has been as low as ₹27,616 in the period we have tracked.

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₹27,616
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Pros & cons

What’s good
Very strong performance

It scores about 1.5 million on AnTuTu, which is comfortably above what most phones at this price deliver. That translates to fast app launches, smooth multitasking and excellent gaming headroom.

Fast, sharp display

The AMOLED panel runs at 120 Hz and the 1220x2712 resolution is sharper than the Full HD screens many rivals still use. Peak brightness of 2400 nits also helps outdoors.

Very quick charging

The 5000 mAh battery is paired with 90W charging, so top-ups are genuinely fast. It is the kind of phone you can plug in briefly and get meaningful battery back.

Modern storage and extras

UFS 4.0 storage keeps installs, file transfers and app loading snappy. You also get NFC, stereo speakers and Wi-Fi 6E, which round out the experience well.

What’s not
Battery life is only decent

The 5000 mAh battery is fine for a full day, but endurance is not a standout against rivals that push well beyond this capacity. Heavy users may still want an evening top-up.

Camera setup lacks zoom

The main camera is solid and optical stabilisation helps in low light, but there is no telephoto lens. That limits portrait reach and cleaner long-distance shots.

Water resistance is basic

IP64 is useful for splashes and dust, but it is not the stronger sealing some alternatives offer. Buyers keeping a phone for years may want better protection.

What owners say

From Reddit
r/PocoPhonesu/BenjaF

It's what it is. For its price, you can't expect more imo. I know the battery life is quite a weak point, but this is the reality of all the phones with powerful processors. About the heating, I haven't experienced any issues yet, but I don't play heavy games tbf.

r/PocoPhonesu/Kai_242

It is hard to disagree with what you say. I'm using Poco F6 and I don't play very heavy games. The strange thing for me is that I play clash of clans and archero, during this time the battery consumption is good. But in a normal usage scenario, like apps like reddit and chrome, the phone literally eats the battery.

r/PocoPhonesu/ITeabagInRealLife

I regret it just for the battery life and throttling however that would not be the case with the lower x4 pro.

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