POCO announced the M6 Plus 5G smartphone and Buds X1 TWS earphones in India last week. Now, both devices are available for purchase in the country via Flipkart. There are launch offers if you plan to purchase the brand’s latest offerings. The M6 Plus 5G is available under Rs 15,000 whereas the Buds X1 costs under Rs 2,000. Read on to learn everything below. 

POCO M6 Plus 5G, Buds X1 go on sale

The POCO M6 Plus 5G is priced at Rs 13,499 and Rs 14,499 for the 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 128GB RAM and storage configurations. Both variants are eligible for Rs 1,000 instant discount on all bank credit and debit cards. This means that the 6GB and 8GB options will be available for Rs 12,499 and Rs 13,499. Additionally, there is also a Rs 500 coupon discount on the base variant that is applied automatically when it is moved to the cart. Hence, the M6 Plus 5G 6 + 128GB can be purchased at Rs 11,999. The smartphone is offered in Lavender, Ice Silver, and Graphite Black colors. 

Meanwhile, the POCO Buds X1 costs Rs 1,799 but it can be purchased at Rs 1,699 with a Rs 100 discount. It comes in Titanium color option. 

At the aforementioned price tag post discounts, the POCO M6 Plus 5G offers a 120Hz FHD+ LCD display. It has a 108MP main camera with in-sensor zoom and a 2MP depth lens. The device is powered by a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 Acceleration Edition chipset with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The smartphone is backed by a 5,030mAh battery unit with support for 33W charging. It boots HyperOS-based Android 14 out of the box. 

On the other hand, the POCO Buds X1 feature hybrid active noise cancellation up to 40dB. They have a transparency mode as well as ENC for staying aware of the surroundings and crystal-clear quality on calls. The earbuds are equipped with a 12.4mm dynamic driver. The TWS earphones are rated to last 36 hours with the charging case. 

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Xiaomi has been busy with recent launches in India. Two of these announcements include the POCO M6 Plus 5G and the Redmi 13 5G. These are entry level devices that pack some capable specs, despite their budget pricing. So how do the two compare? Let’s check it out.

POCO M6 Plus 5G vs Redmi 13 5G: Design & Display

The Chinese tech giant’s Redmi 13 5G is a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 13R. Similarly, the POCO M6 Plus 6G is also a renamed version of the same smartphone model. So, there are a lot more similarities than differences, but they aren’t identical. Display is one such area with minor changes. Both models sport a 6.79-inch LCD display that offers a FHD resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and up to 550 nits of peak brightness.

However, the Redmi 13 5G has an IPS panel with a Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection over the Corning Gorilla Glass panel on the POCO M6 Plus 5G. These slight variations are also reflected in the design. From the front, the POCO and Redmi phones are carbon copies of each other. Meanwhile, the rear has similar camera sensor placements, but the back panel has a dual tone finish on the POCO M6 Plus 5G. It comes in Misty Lavender, Ice Silver, and Graphite Black color options. On the Redmi 13 5G, users a single color hue in Black Diamond, Hawaiian Blue, and Moonstone Silver variants.

Specs

Looking at the specs sheet, the Chinese brand has equipped both devices with specs that are also nearly identical. Under the hood, the two phones pack a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE SoC that is coupled with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. A large 5,030mAh battery pack powers the Redmi 13 5G and POCO M6 Plus 5G, which supports 33W wired fast charging. Out of the box, the two phones run on the Android 14 OS based HyperOS custom skin.

For optics, users get a 108-megapixel primary sensor and a 2-megapixel depth lens on the rear, while the front houses a 13-megapixel camera for selfies and video calls. Other similar specs include an IP53 rating for water and dust resistance, a side mounted fingerprint scanner, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a microSDXC card slot for storage expansion. Another slight difference is between the Bluetooth standard. POCO offers Bluetooth 5.0, while the Redmi model features Bluetooth 5.3.

Pricing and Verdict

Xiaomi released the Redmi 13 5G has a starting price tag of 13,999 INR (roughly 166 US Dollars) for the base 6GB + 128GB variant. Owing to the slight trims in the specs, the POCO M6 Plus 5G is more affordable with a 12,999 INR (roughly 155 US Dollars) starting price tag. The POCO phone just went on sale earlier today with a 1,000 INR instant discount, so it is a better deal at the moment.

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As expected, POCO has announced a new device in its M6 series that already comprises the standard and pro variants. The latest offering from the Xiaomi sub-brand is the POCO M6 Plus 5G. It packs upgraded specifications compared to the M6 Pro 5G. The device retains the same design as its other siblings. Read on to find out what the smartphone offers out of the box. 

POCO M6 Plus 5G specifications and features

The POCO M6 Plus 5G has a dual-tone pack panel with the top portion having a darker shade and the rest of the panel having a lighter hue. The device features two camera sensors along with an LED flash unit. There is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button. The smartphone is IP53-certified dust and water-resistant. 

The POCO M6 Plus 5G features a 6.79-inch LCD display bearing an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It is shielded by Gorilla Glass for protection against damages and scratches. 

In the imaging department, the POCO M6 Plus 5G’s dual rear camera setup comprises of a 108MP main sensor and a 2MP depth lens. The former offers a 3x in-sensor zoom and a f/1.75 aperture. There is a 13MP front-facing selfie snapper. The camera packs HDR filters, auto night mode, and more. 

Internally, the POCO M6 Plus 5G is equipped with a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 Accelerated Edition processor. It is offered in 6GB and 8GB RAM options coupled with 128GB internal storage. The smartphone is backed by a 5,030mAh battery unit with support for 33W fast charging. Software-wise, it runs on HyperOS based on Android 14. 

The POCO M6 Plus 5G is priced at Rs 12,999 for the base 6GB + 128GB variant whereas the 8GB + 128GB option costs Rs 14,999. It is offered in Misty Lavender, Ice Silver, and Graphite Black colors. The smartphone will be available for purchase starting August 5 from Flipkart and buyers can avail Rs 1,000 instant discount on eligible bank cards. 

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Today, Poco will announce the Poco F6 Deadpool Limited Edition phone in India. Recent reports claim that the company is planning to launch a budget-friendly 5G phone called the Poco M6 Plus 5G. The landing page of the phone, which has now surfaced on Flipkart, reveals that it will be announced on Aug. 1 in India.

Poco M6 Plus 5G design revealed

The Poco M6 Plus 5G’s landing page shows that it will have a dual-tone design on the back. The device has flat edges, and the front features a punch-hole screen.

The dual-camera setup on the back has a 108-megapixel primary camera with an f/1.75 aperture and a 3x in-sensor zoom support. A ring LED flash accompanies it. Unfortunately, the brand has not revealed anything else about this device.

As per reports, the Poco M6 Plus could be a tweaked version of the Redmi Note 13R, which debuted a couple of months ago in China. The Note 13R features a 6.7-inch IPS LCD FHD+ 120Hz screen, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chip, up to 8 GB of RAM, up to 128 GB of storage, a 13-megapixel front camera, a 108-megapixel dual camera system, and a 5,030mAh battery with 33W fast charging. The M6 Plus could be priced between around Rs 13,000 to Rs 15,000.

In addition to the Poco M6 Plus 5G, the Indian market will soon see the release of a couple of new phones. These include the Oppo K12x on July 29, the Realme 13 Pro and 13 Pro+ on July 30, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus on July 31, the Motorola Edge 50 on Aug. 1, the Infinix Note 40x 5G on Aug. 5, and the Vivo V40 and V40 Pro by early August. These devices will be sold through Flipkart. Furthermore, the iQOO Z9s series, which includes the iQOO Z9s and the iQOO Z9s Pro, will also launch in India in August. These phones will be sold through Amazon.

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POCO is preparing to release its latest smartphone, the POCO M6 Plus 5G. Although there has been no official announcement, leaks have revealed the phone’s design, specifications, and pricing.

As per a report by 91mobiles, the POCO M6 Plus 5G will be available in two versions: the 6GB RAM with 128GB storage model priced at Rs 13,999, and the 8GB RAM with 128GB storage model priced at Rs 14,999. Buyers can also receive a Rs 1,000 instant bank discount. The phone will come in Purple, Black, and Silver colors.

It is said to feature a flat frame with volume keys and a power button on the right side. The front has a punch-hole display with slim bezels and a noticeable chin, while the back includes a prominent LED flash ring.

Earlier leaks suggest that the device will be a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 13R, which means that we can expect it to feature a 6.79-inch LCD panel with a 120Hz refresh and be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor.

For optics, it will likely include a 108MP primary sensor, a 2MP secondary sensor, and a 13MP front camera. It will have a 5,030mAh battery with 33W fast charging, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, dual SIM support, a USB Type-C port, UFS 2.2 storage, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and an IP53 rating for dust and water resistance. The device was recently spotted on Geekbench with 6GB RAM and the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE chipset.

The launch date currently remains a mystery, however, we expect to hear from the brand in the coming weeks, so stay tuned.

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Geekbench result of the upcoming POCO M6 Plus 5G have surfaced, revealing that launch of the phone could be just around the corner. This news follows the launch of its sibling, launch of Redmi 13 5G in India today. We expect POCO M6 Plus 5G to debut very soon since both Redmi 13 5G and POCO M6 Plus 5G bear identical specs and the M6 Plus just visited Geekbench today.

Earlier, the POCO M6 Plus 5G was also spotted on the Google Play Certification list. In our previous article, we shared with you that the model number for POCO M6 Plus 5G is 24066PC95I. Now, a device with the same model number has appeared on Geekbench, confirming it’s actually the POCO M6 Plus 5G. MySmartPrice team discovered this model number on Geekbench, confirming our earlier report.

POCO M6 Plus 5G is set to debut with the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE chipset. According to the Geekbench results, the phone will be paired with 6GB of RAM. We previously shared the camera specifications of the POCO M6 Plus 5G as well. It will feature a 108 MP Samsung S5KHM6 sensor as the primary camera, with a 13 MP ultra-wide-angle secondary camera.

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Poco, a sub-brand of Xiaomi, is gearing up to launch the Poco M6 Plus 5G in India. This smartphone is expected to be a budget-friendly option powered by the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor. Leaks suggest it will be a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 13R, which recently launched in China. Here’s a closer look at what you can expect from the Poco M6 Plus 5G.

Display

The phone is expected to flaunt a 6.79-inch Full HD+ (1080 x 2460 pixels) LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate. This high refresh rate promises a smoother user experience. The display will likely feature a center punch-hole design for the front-facing camera.

Performance

The Poco M6 Plus 5G is rumored to be equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor. This chipset is designed to provide balanced performance, suitable for everyday tasks and light gaming. It will likely be paired with 6GB or 8GB of RAM and offer up to 512GB of storage, ensuring smooth multitasking and ample space for your files.

Camera

This is where the Poco M6 Plus 5G deviates from expectations. Leaks suggest a significant upgrade compared to the Redmi Note 13R. While the Redmi Note 13R features a 50MP primary camera, the Poco M6 Plus 5G is rumored to boast a whopping 108MP main sensor. This sensor is expected to be accompanied by a 13MP secondary ultra-wide sensor. For selfies and video calls, the device is expected to feature an 8MP lens.

If these leaks are true, the Poco M6 Plus 5G could be a great option for budget-conscious users who prioritize camera quality. A 108MP sensor promises high-resolution photos with greater detail, especially in well-lit conditions.

Software

The Poco M6 Plus 5G is expected to run on Android 14 with Xiaomi’s custom skin, HyperOS. This UI offers a variety of features and customization options for a personalized user experience. You can expect regular updates from Xiaomi to ensure the phone stays secure and up-to-date.

Battery and Charging

The Poco M6 Plus 5G is likely to pack a 5030mAh battery, similar to the Redmi Note 13R. This capacity should provide a full day’s worth of usage on a single charge for most users. The phone is also expected to support 33W fast charging.

Design and Build

According to a leak from the Google Play Console, the device appears to closely resemble the Redmi Note 13R, particularly from the front. Although there are no official details regarding the back panel’s design, it is likely to mirror the Redmi Note 13R, assuming it’s a rebrand. The Redmi Note 13R sports a glass back with a wave-textured finish and includes a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for security.

Price and Availability

The Poco M6 Plus 5G is expected to launch in India soon. The exact launch date remains unconfirmed, but leaks suggest it could arrive sometime this month. Pricing details are also unknown, but considering the Redmi Note 13R’s pricing in China (starting around $193), we can expect the Poco M6 Plus 5G to be a budget-friendly smartphone.

Conclusion

The Poco M6 Plus 5G appears to be a promising option for budget-conscious smartphone users in India. The phone offers a good processor, a smooth display, and a long-lasting battery. The surprise camera upgrade with a rumored 108MP sensor makes it even more appealing.

However, it’s important to note that these are based on leaks and rumors. We’ll have to wait for the official launch to confirm the exact specifications, pricing, and availability of the Poco M6 Plus 5G.

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Redmi 13 5G was introduced in China under the name Redmi Note 13R and is now expected to be introduced in India. We are eagerly wondering how the Redmi 13 5G, which is similar to the previous generation Redmi 12 5G, will be greeted by users. Two different “breeze” codenamed devices expected to be introduced in India have been spotted: Redmi 13 5G & POCO M6 Plus 5G. Both smartphones will have similar features and may come with slight differences in camera. Now that the devices are showing up on the Google Play Certificate, there is a good chance that they will be unveiled soon.

Redmi 13 5G & POCO M6 Plus 5G Google Play Certificate

In the Google Play certificate, devices with 2 different model numbers were detected: 24066PC95I and 2406ERN9CI. The first one belongs to POCO M6 Plus 5G and the second one to Redmi 13 5G. We are eagerly waiting to see how the models that will be supported by Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 will perform.

Although the launch date of the smartphones is not yet known, they are expected to be unveiled soon. Between the 2 devices, there will be differences only at the camera level, which we have already mentioned in a previous article. With the unveiling of the Redmi 13 today, the Redmi 13 5G may be introduced soon.

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There is exciting news on the horizon for smartphone enthusiasts in India: The POCO M6 Plus 5G with an impressive 108 MP camera is coming. This information comes from the stock firmware of the Redmi Note 13R 5G. Thanks to the latest leak by the XiaomiTime team, we have access to the device’s camera specs. In this article, you will find out many details about the Redmi Note 13R 5G.

POCO M6 Plus 5G Leaked Specifications

The Redmi Note 13R 5G launched in China features a 50 MP primary camera using the Samsung S5KJNSSQ03 sensor and a 2 MP macro camera. However, the POCO M6 Plus 5G makes a significant leap forward in camera technology. The Samsung S5KHM6 sensor offers an outstanding resolution of 108 MP. This sensor will be featured on the POCO M6 Plus 5G. Alongside the 108MP sensor, the 13MP S5K3L6 UW sensor is expected to be available on the M6 Plus 5G. The device has the internal model number “N19” and the codename “Breeze”. This is why the photo is labeled “N19”.

The camera upgrade is a key highlight, but the POCO M6 Plus 5G is not just about photography. It promises a robust overall performance, driven by the new Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC. This chipset is designed to provide balanced performance, ensuring the device handles everyday tasks with ease and supports intense gaming sessions without lag. This makes the POCO M6 Plus 5G a versatile device suitable for a wide range of users.

On the software front, the POCO M6 Plus 5G will likely run on Android 14 based HyperOS, Xiaomi’s custom Android skin, which offers a host of features and customization options. Users can expect a smooth and intuitive user interface, with regular updates and improvements from Xiaomi.

POCO’s upcoming announcement of the 108 MP camera for the Indian market is poised to create a stir in the mid-range smartphone segment. This move reflects a strategic attempt to attract users who value high-quality camera performance but are not inclined to invest in premium smartphones. By offering a device with advanced camera capabilities at a competitive price point, POCO aims to capture a significant share of the mid-range market.

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POCO is gearing up to launch a new smartphone in India, the POCO M6 Plus 5G. This information comes from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification listing, where the device was spotted with the model number 24065PC95I.

The device was previously spotted by us in the HyperOS code. It is expected to be a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 13R and could debut sometime in June. You can check out the features of the Note 13R below to get an idea of what to expect from the POCO M6 Plus 5G.

Redmi Note 13R specs:

The Redmi Note 13R features a 6.79-inch LCD display with an FHD+ resolution and a peak brightness of 550 nits. The refresh rate has been upgraded from 90Hz to an adaptive 120Hz. The phone includes a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button.

In terms of optics, the Redmi Note 13R comes with a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP macro lens. The front-facing selfie camera has an 8MP sensor.

The device is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor and comes with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, compared to the Note 12R which maxes out at 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The Redmi Note 13R is equipped with a slightly larger 5,030mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. It runs on HyperOS-based Android 14 OS out of the box.

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POCO continues to offer new products to the middle class and heat the competition. Finally, we have spotted the new M series smartphone POCO M6 Plus 5G model on HyperOS Code. This device of POCO will be a renamed variant of the Redmi Note 13R model introduced in China.

POCO is preparing to announce the POCO M6 Plus 5G

In our previous article, we mentioned that this device could be launched as a “POCO M7 Pro 5G”. However, POCO has decided to launch this device as “POCO M6 Plus 5G”. Gizmochina spotted the POCO M6 Plus 5G on HyperOS Code with model number “N19” and codename “breeze“. Xiaomi first announced the Redmi Note 13R in China and the M6 Plus 5G will be completely similar to the Redmi Note 13R. Therefore, let’s start evaluating the POCO M6 Plus 5G based on the Redmi Note 13R!

POCO M6 Plus 5G comes with a 6.79-inch IPS display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 550 nits brightness. This screen offers high resolution and a smooth experience while protecting eye health with TÜV Rheinland certification. Attracting attention with its stylish and modern design, the POCO M6 Plus 5G offers both aesthetics and functionality.

Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, POCO M6 Plus 5G aims to offer a powerful performance in the middle segment. This processor provides high efficiency in a wide range from daily use to gaming performance. With up to 12GB RAM and up to 512GB UFS 2.2 storage support, it provides users with ample space and high performance. This hardware is capable of meeting all the needs of users by providing superior performance in multitasking.

On the software side, POCO M6 Plus 5G comes out of the box with Android 14-based HyperOS. This provides users with a fluid and user-friendly interface, improving the overall performance of the device. HyperOS is Xiaomi’s customized Android software and aims to provide a fast and smooth experience. We are looking forward to the unveiling of the POCO M6 Plus 5G.

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