Yesterday, Xiaomi debuted the Xiaomi 14 series in China. These devices bring several upgrades. One of them is longer software support. Like the recently released Xiaomi 13T series, these handsets will receive 4 generations of Android and 5 years of security updates.

Unfortunately, the new software policy is not eligible for older handsets. Thus, Xiaomi has ended support for the Mi 10T series and Poco X3. Let’s go through the details.

Xiaomi has a dedicated page on its website for EOL (End of Life) devices. According to Kacper Skrzypek,  the company added the following devices to the list, denoting the end of their software support.

• Mi 10T
• Mi 10T Pro
• Poco X3

The above three smartphones were launched in the second half of 2020. Thus, their software support ends after 3 years, as per the company’s older policy.

They were released with MIUI 12 based on Android 10. Currently, they boot Android 12-based MIUI 14. In other words, in the last three years, they received two Android and MIUI updates.

We can forgive the company for Poco X3 as it is a budget model. But the Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro are affordable flagships powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chips. This duo can still last for years without compromising much on performance.

Anyways, it is worth noting that Xiaomi extended its software support to 4 years for select devices launched in 2021 onwards and up to 5 years for some phones from 2023. 

But the updated policy mostly covers only flagships, unlike Samsung, which provides the same support for its mid-rangers and budget smartphones.

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Popular custom ROM LineageOS has just added a couple of new smartphones to its list of supported devices. So now, the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2, POCO X3, and more will support its latest LineageOS 20 ROM.

For those unaware, LineageOS is a well known custom ROM in the market and offers a near stock experience and is free from various bloatware from OEM’s with their respective custom skins. Its newest LineageOS 20 iteration was released back in December 2022, and it has began expanding support for newer smartphones models. This includes four models, namely POCO X3, SHIFT SHIFT6mq, Xiaomi Mi 6, and the Mi Mix 2. So for those interested, you can head to the LineageOS wiki to find links to the respective devices to download the custom ROM.

Once there, make sure to follow all of the instructions if you plan to install the LineageOS on any of the aforementioned handsets. Apart from these four models, other phones also received support for the older LineageOS 19 version. This includes the likes of Motorola One Fusion Plus , Xiaomi Mi 11i/Mi 11X Pro/Redmi K40 Pro, Mi 11 Lite 5G, and the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE/11 LE. This version of the custom ROM is based on the Android 12 operating system.

Furthermore, those looking to install LineageOS would also need to unlock their bootloader and install a custom recovery on your device. Keep in mind that if you install this custom ROM, you will need to flash a Google apps (GApps) package as well since they are not bundled with the ROM. Also, do not forget to backup your data to make sure you do not lose any of your important data.

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UPDATE:

Here’s the official statement from POCO regarding this matter.

“At POCO India, customer safety is of utmost importance and we take such matters extremely seriously. 

At this stage, our team contacted the concerned customer as soon as the issue was notified and is awaiting his visit to the nearest service center. We are committed to examine the issue in detail, and extend all our support to the customer and resolve this on priority.

All our devices go through various levels of stringent quality tests to ensure that the quality of the device is not compromised at any level.”

[Original Story] Smartphones exploding or catching fire have been in the news throughout the year. Be it the case of a vivo phone catching fire while shipping or the OnePlus Nord 2 blasting in the pocket of someone’s trousers.

A similar incident occurred in India on November 27 when a POCO M3 caught on fire (via 91Mobiles) and exploded. The incident was shared on Twitter by the alleged victim’s brother Mahesh (@Mahesh08716488). In the now-deleted tweet, the user does not mention any details of the incident or what made the phone catch fire. POCO acknowledged the issue and replied to the tweet, saying that customers’ safety is very important and that it takes such matters seriously.

Mahesh shared an image of a burned POCO M3, which shows severe damage to the phone with the middle and bottom parts of the phone’s rear completely incenerated. No information has been provided of anyone being hurt or injured due to this incident.

This is not the first time a POCO phone has gone up in flames in India this year, as a similar incident happened in September involving a POCO X3. These frequent incidents paint a bad picture of the China-based Brand, putting into question the quality and safety testing standards of these devices supplied to the subcontinent.

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Xiaomi is said to unveil MIUI 13 at the Xiaomi 12 series launch event this month at the earliest. However, the company is yet to finish the MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition rollout for some of the eligible devices. Two such phones, namely POCO X3 and POCO X3 Pro have now begun to receive the current latest version of MIUI via a system update.

The POCO X3 is more than a year old. On the other hand, the POCO X3 Pro made its debut earlier this year. But both launched with MIUI 12, albeit with different Android versions. Anyway, both of them now run Android 11 and they even received MIUI 12.5.

Following that, the smartphones have now finally started receiving the MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition update in India with the following build numbers.

• POCO X3 – V12.5.4.0.RJGINXM
• POCO X3 Pro – V12.5.5.0.RJUINXM

Unsurprisingly, the OTA software update is being rolled out in batches. Therefore, some users might receive it earlier, while others will have to wait a bit longer. The update should be also available for other regional variants of the handsets.

The POCO X3 and POCO X3 Pro are strong contenders for MIUI 13 update, given their age and popularity. An alleged eligible list even suggests the same. Anyway, POCO is yet to officially confirm it.

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It’s a known fact that POCO smartphones run MIUI like Xiaomi (formerly Mi) and Redmi-branded devices. Hence, POCO recruits MIUI testers for its handsets from time to time. The brand has now opened registrations for the recruitment of a fresh batch of testers.

According to an official announcement post on POCO Community, the brand is looking for testers interested in trying out MIUI Stable ROM. These users will be the first to use stable builds before they are rolled out to the general public.

They will be responsible for providing feedback on new software builds. They are expected to point out bugs and offer suggestions. They should be aware of the issues while using beta software and are recommended to have the ability to recover phones in case of any failure.

Most importantly, POCO is only accepting applicants who are at least 18 years of old. This means curious teenagers cannot enroll in the program.

POCO is currently recruiting MIUI Stable ROM testers for the following devices.

• POCO M4 Pro 5G

  • Global
  • EEA

• POCO X3 GT

  • Global
  • Indonesia
  • Turkey

• POCO X3 Pro

  • Global
  • EEA
  • India
  • Indonesia
  • Rusia
  • Turkey
  • Taiwan

• POCO F3

  • Global
  • EEA
  • Indonesia
  • Russia
  • Turkey
  • Taiwan

• POCO M3

  • Global
  • EEA
  • India
  • Indonesia
  • Rusia
  • Turkey
  • Taiwan

• POCO X3 / POCO X3 NFC

  • EEA
  • Indonesia
  • Russia
  • Turkey

• POCO F2 Pro

  • Global
  • EEA
  • Indonesia
  • Russia
  • Turkey

• POCO F3 GT

  • India

• POCO M3 Pro 5G

  • India
  • Indonesia
  • Russia

• POCO C3

  • India

• POCO M2

  • India

Interested users of the above-listed smartphones can register themselves for the MIUI Stable ROM testing program by following the instructions mentioned in this POCO Community post.

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The POCO X3 was one of the best smartphones launched in India in 2020. The handset debuted with MIUI 12 based on Android 10. But unfortunately, it got the Android 11 update only a few weeks back in the country. Now, it has also started receiving the MIUI 12.5 update.

POCO released the POCO X3 in India as an alternative to the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max in the region. A higher variant of this device called POCO X3 Pro followed later. 

The latter phone debuted with MIUI 12 based on Android 11. Hence, it got the update to MIUI 12.5 earlier. On the other hand, the former is getting the new MIUI update only now as it was treated with Android 11 at around the same time.

Having said that, the MIUI 12.5 update for the POCO X3 in India arrives with build number V12.5.2.0.RJGINXM. Apart from bringing new features, the new software update also bumps up the security patch level to July 2021.

Like any other OTA system update, this one is also being rolled out in batches. Hence, some users might receive it earlier, while others may have to wait for some time.

The POCO X3 has so far only got access to a single Android update. It is yet to get any major MIUI update. Hence, the phone will likely get more than MIUI 13 and Android 12 in the future.

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POCO X3 launched in India in the second half of 2020. The device debuted with MIUI 12 based on Android 10. It is yet to receive the MIUI 12.5 update. Ahead of that, Xiaomi is rolling out Android 11 for this handset.

The POCO X3 sold in India is different from the POCO X3 NFC sold elsewhere. The latter received the Android 11 update in early March. This means the Indian variant is getting the very same update almost five months later.

The Android 11 update for the POCO X3 in India arrives with build number V12.0.2.0.RJGINXM. It is currently being pushed in batches. Hence, the software build is labeled ‘Stable Beta’ and may take some time to reach every unit.

That said, we also expect the phone to get MIUI 12.5 update in the coming weeks. Further, it should be also updated to MIUI 13 in the future. Additionally, it might also get an update to Android 12.

The POCO X3 was one of the most powerful smartphones in its price segment when it was launched. It was followed by POCO X3 Pro earlier this year. This handset is slightly costlier but even more powerful. Unlike the vanilla model, the Pro model was released with Android 11 and also got MIUI 12.5 update recently.

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Poco has provided an update for limited owners of its Poco X3 Pro already sold in India. The MIUI 12.5 software update is being pushed to a limited number of devices in India and monitored for a seamless update and improved performance of the X3 Pro. If this first stage of the rollout goes smoothly, it will be expanded to cover all Poco X3 Pro units already sold in the subcontinent.

The MIUI update is covered by an 830MB download that encompasses all the essential aspects of the user interface for all-round improved performance. The June 2021 current security patches are available with the download, and this will bring the Poco X3 Pro up to speed on that aspect. The operational aspects of the latest update will mean that we could see a faster operation of the device across several fronts. The update will also mean that there will be custom adjustments on the device, a more responsive effect of hand gestures, and greater rendering power. Poco says on the whole that the latest MIUI 12.5 update will bring an overall lighter and faster interface, which will also be durable.

Now rolling out for limited users 12.5 for X3 Pro pic.twitter.com/qswawW3lKJ

— Anuj Sharma (@s_anuj) July 6, 2021

Some observed bugs have also been fixed with the latest update, thus enhancing notifications and notification badges. A gesture shortcut has been added to the Notes app on the Poco X3 Pro, with the latest MIUI 12.5 update. The Notes app seems to have undergone a complete revamp, with dynamic layouts, mind maps with complex structures, and more significant sketching and doodling.

It is not clear at this time when a full rollout will commence, but we expect the assessment of the update on the limited units will be rapid so that all users of the Poco X3 Pro in India will subsequently enjoy better performances of their devices.

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POCO X3 NFC launched with MIUI 12 based on the Android 10 OS out of the box back in September 2020. Months later, the company has finally started rolling out the Android 11 update.

An OTA(Over The Air) update with firmware version V12.0.6.0.RJGEUXM is rolling out to the users of the POCO X3 NFC. Here, the ‘EU’ in the firmware denotes that the update is currently live for the users of the European Economic Area (EEA).

Do note that, POCO X3 NFC also has other versions like Russia(RU),  Indonesia(ID), Turkey(TR), Global(MI), however users in these regions will have to wait till Xiaomi expands the update to other regions. Speaking of which, the update weighs 2.5GB in size and brings the latest Android 11 update to the device.

If you recall, the POCO promised that it would keep updating the device for up to three years which means you are sure to get the next Android 12. As for another MIUI update, Xiaomi recently unveiled the MIUI 12.5 Globally.

It said that flagships like Xiaomi Mi 11 will get the update in the first wave of the rollout. And POCO X3 NFC, which is still on the MIUI 12 after the latest update, could get the intermediate MIUI 12.5 before the year ends.

Talking about the Android 11 rollout in the EU region, the update is still in the ‘Stable beta recovery’ stage meaning only a few users will get it now. After checking that it doesn’t have major bugs, Xiaomi will roll out the update to everyone in the coming days.

That said, this device, which is sold without NFC in countries like India(POCO X3), should also get the Android 11 update very soon.

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The new Narzo 30 series recently hitten the Indian shelves with three variants: the most powerful of them is the Narzo 30 Pro 5G, which is also the only 5G phone from the series. It belongs to the midrange segment and offers a very high value for money, but is it actually the highest? In order to understand this, we decided to compare it to two other amazing mid-rangers, one of which is equipped with 5G connectivity: the POCO X3 by Xiaomi and the Realme X7, both available in the Indian market.

Realme Narzo 30 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco X3 vs Realme X7

Design

If you mind having a beautiful phone with an attractive design, go for the Realme X7. You should go for it because it is actually thinner, lighter, and more compact than Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G and POCO X3. The aesthetics are very similar to the Realme Narzo 30 Pro but given that the Narzo is thicker and bigger, it is also less attractive. The POCO X3 does not come with an amazing design, but it offers a great build quality. Its frame is made of aluminum and the phone has the IP53 certification which makes it dust resistant and splash resistant. Further, its front glass is protected by Gorilla Glass 5.

Display

Despite it comes with a standard refresh rate, the best display belongs to the Realme X7 for a simple reason: it has an AMOLED panel. AMOLED displays are able to show more brilliant colors and deeper blacks. The phone is also equipped with an in-display fingerprint reader allowing for a more comfortable unlock. The Realme Narzo 30 Pro has a 120 Hz display just like the POCO X3, but a higher refresh rate does not stand for better image quality. You can get a smoother viewing experience, but the quality of these IPS displays is actually lower if you compare them to the Realme X7.

Specs & Software

The POCO X3 NFC is inferior when it comes to the hardware department because its chipset, the Snapdragon 732G, is actually less powerful than the Mediatek Dimensity 800U found on the Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G and the Realme X7. But the most important difference between the two chipsets is 5G: with the Snapdragon 732G, you do not get 5G connectivity, while you do with the Dimensity 800U. All the phones are based on Android 10 and run a highly-customized user interface. Further, they all pack up to 8 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB of UFS 2.1 internal storage.

Camera

On the paper, the Realme X7 looks like the device with the best camera setup. On the rear side, it has a 64 MP main camera, an 8 MP ultrawide sensor, and a pair of 2 MP sensors for macros and depth. Last but not least, a great 32 MP selfie snapper.

Battery

The POCO X3 has the biggest battery and, given that the components are similar to the Realme Narzo 30 Pro in terms of energy consumption, it should provide a longer battery life. The Realme X7 has a smaller 4300 mAh battery, but it charges faster with its 65W fast charging technology.

Price

Realme Narzo 30 Pro is priced Rs. 18,799 / $257, POCO X3 costs Rs. 16,999 / $232, and Realme X7 starts from Rs. 19,999 / $273. Given that it does not support 5G, the POCO X3 is not the smartest choice for everyone. The Realme X7 is for those who love the camera and display quality, while Realme Narzo 30 Pro provides a longer battery life. Overall, the Realme X7 is more interesting (but also costlier) and it wins the comparison.

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Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G vs Xiaomi Poco X3 vs Realme X7: PROs and CONS

Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G

PROs

• 120 Hz display
• Micro SD slot
• USB-PD
• Long battery life

CONS

• Limited availability
• IPS display

Xiaomi POCO X3 NFC

PROs

• Great price
• Best hardware
• Good cameras
• Stereo speakers
• 120 Hz HDR10 wide display
• Worldwide availability
• Huge battery

CONS

• IPS display

Realme X7 5G

PROs

• AMOLED display
• Faster charging
• More compact
• Thinner

CONS

• Smaller battery

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Indian retailer giant Flipkart will carry out the Big Saving Day sale from Jan. 20 to Jan. 24. Early access to the sale will be available to the people starting from Jan. 19 at midnight. During the sale, like other brands, POCO will be offering attractive discounts on its smartphones like the POCO M2 Pro, POCO M2, and POCO C3. However, the POCO X3 is already up for purchase at a discounted starting price of Rs 14,999 on Flipkart from today. Furthermore, there is an HDFC offer which is only available until today that allows users to avail the POCO X3 for as low as Rs 13,999 (~$191)

The POCO X3 variants such as 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage are priced at Rs 16,999 (~$232), Rs 18,499 (~$252), and Rs 19,999 (~$272), respectively. During the sale that kicks off from tomorrow, these variants will be available for Rs 14,999 (~$205), Rs 15,999 (~$218), and Rs 17,999 (~$245), respectively.

With the HDFC Bank credit/debit and EMI transactions, the three variants of the POCO X3 can be bought for Rs 13,999 (~$191), Rs 14,999 (~$205), and Rs 16,999 (~$232), respectively. The HDFC offer is only available today. Customers will be able to take advantage of the additional discounts by exchanging their old phones for the POCO X3 during the sale.

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POCO X3 specifications and features

The POCO X3 is fitted with a 6.67-inch IPS LCD FHD+ display that offers an FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It has a front camera of 20-megapixel and its back panel as a quad-camera system comprising of a 64-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a pair of 2-megapixel lenses for adding depth effects and macro shots.

The Snapdragon 732G SoC fuels the POCO X32 with LPPDR4x RAM and UFS 2.1 storage. The 6,000mAh battery of the phone supports 33W fast charging.

UP NEXT: POCO M3 Indonesia launch date is January 21

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The shopping days are not over yet, as Gearbest is offering a CyberMonday discount on Poco X3 and M3 smartphones. The interested buyers can grab the smartphones with a discount of $8 by completing payment via Paypal. Poco recently launched the Poco M3 with some entry-level specifications at a super affordable price of $129 for a 4GB RAM + 64GB variant.

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The Poco M3 is available via Gearbest in three different colors of Black, Blue, and Yellow. Xiaomi Poco M3 is available in two storage variants – 64GB and 128GB for the price of $129 and $149, respectively. However, the user can get an $8 discount on the checkout page which reduces the price to $121 and $141 while paying with Paypal.

Poco M3 comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset coupled with 4GB RAM. The smartphone carries a 6.53-inch FHD+ display with 2340 x 1080 pixels resolution, a 400 nits brightness, and a 1500:1 contrast ratio. A quad-rear camera sits on the rear side with a 48MP primary camera. It is accompanied by three other cameras including a 2MP sensor, a 2MP depth sensor, and an 8MP front camera.

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Poco X3

Poco X3 is also available from Gearbest at the price of $209 for 6GB RAM + 64GB storage. While the users need to shell in $229 for a 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. It is available in Gray and Blue color options. The user can grab the device at an effective price of $201. 

Poco X3 is powered with Snapdragon 732G SoC and coupled with 6GB RAM. There’s a massive 6.67-inch display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels. The display offers a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth gaming. There’s a quad-rear camera featuring a 64MP primary camera, a 13MP wide-angle lens, a 2MP Macro camera, and a 2MP depth camera. There will be a 5160 mAh battery coupled with 33W fast charging.

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Poco isn’t stopping with a discount on just a single item, the whole product portfolio is on sale across different retailers. After a special discount on the recently unveiled Poco M3, here’s an extra discount on Poco X3 NFC via Banggood. The smartphone with 64GB storage is retailing for $199 with the coupon code BGBGLTX364 and the Poco M3 128 GB variant for $239 with coupon code BGBGLTX3128. It is a limited time discount and applicable for only a few hours. We suggest you grab it as soon as possible from Banggood, otherwise, it will be out of stock on Banggood.

Note: The deal is limited to some countries, so it might not open or show an error as “Due to policy reason, the product does not exist.”

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Must See: [Hot Deal] Grab Poco M3 global variant in a limited-time sale from Gearbest for $121.99

Poco X3 NFC Global Version houses a 6.67-inch IPS LCD display with a 120Hz brilliant refresh rate. The smartphone features a Snapdragon 732G SoC coupled with an Octa-Core processor and Adreno 618 GPU. It is available in two storage options – 6GB RAM + 64GB Storage and 6GB RAM + 128GB storage.

There’s a quad-rear camera setup with 64-megapixel primary sensor, a 13-megapixel ultrawide sensor, a 2-megapixel macro, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. A 20-megapixel primary sensor is present on the front for quality selfies.

Poco X3 NFC global version comes with a 5160 mAh battery supporting 33W fast charging. In connectivity, the smartphones get WiFi, VoLTE, GPS, NFC, 3.5 jack, and side-mounted fingerprint. The device measures 165.3mm x 76.8mm x 9.4mm in size and weighs 215grams.

Banggood is offering a discount for a limited time. The interested user should head over to the link below.

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A few days ago, Realme launched the most affordable 5G phone in Europe: the Realme 7 5G. But as you probably know, 5G phones are more expensive than 4G ones, even when they have similar specifications. Is it worth going for the Realme 7 5G despite it comes with an inferior specs sheet to 4G phones or it is better to opt for LTE devices with better specifications? We will try to answer this question in this comparison between Realme 7 5G and two best-sellers of the most recent period: Redmi Note 9 Pro and POCO X3 NFC. Note that we are referring to the Global version of the Redmi Note 9 Pro, not the Indian one.

Realme 7 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Xiaomi POCO X3

Design

The POCO X3 NFC has the sturdiest design: instead of a classic plastic body, it sports an aluminum frame allowing for better resistance and a more elegant look. But it is thicker and less beautiful than the Realme 7 5G if we only consider the look. I prefer the Realme 7 5G because it has a more modern look, better color variants (imho), and a thinner design. I do not like the design of the Redmi Note 9 Pro due to its ugly and square-shaped camera module, but unlike the Realme 7 5G, it offers a glass back. Which is your favorite one?

Display

The most advanced display belongs to the POCO X3 NFC. Its panel comes with the Full HD+ resolution, the HDR10 certification for better image quality ad a 120 Hz refresh rate for a smoother viewing experience. The Realme 7 5G has a Full HD+ display with a 120 Hz refresh rate as well, but it lacks the HDR10 certification. The Redmi Note 9 Pro is inferior because it lacks both HDR and a high refresh rate, so do not choose it if you need the best display.

Specs & Software

The Snapdragon 732G chipset found on the POCO X3 NFC is actually superior to the Snapdragon 720G SoC you can find on the Redmi Note 9 Pro and a lot of people trust it more than the Dimensity 800U of the Realme 7 5G. But with the Realme 7 5G, you can get up to 8 GB of RAM, while Redmi Note 9 Pro and POCO X3 NFC only offer 6 GB of RAM. Further, Realme 7 5G is the only one that supports 5G connectivity. And, at the end of the day, the MediaTek Dimensity 800U is at the same level as the Snapdragon 732G if not superior. For these last reasons, Realme 7 5G wins the hardware comparison.

Camera

On paper, the POCO X3 NFC has the best camera setup on the rear side. It sports a 64 MP main sensor just like the Redmi Note 9 Pro, but its secondary ultrawide sensor with its 13 MP resolution is actually better than the 8 MP sensors found on its rivals. The POCO X3 NFC also sports a great 20 MP front camera. Redmi Note 9 Pro has a better main camera than Realme 7 5G (64 MP vs 48 MP).

Battery

The king of battery life in this comparison is the Redmi Note 9 Pro: it has a smaller battery than POCO X3 NFC, but it is able to last more because it has a lower refresh rate. Naturally, if you do not use 120 Hz, you can get a longer battery life with the POCO X3 NFC.

Price

Redmi Note 9 Pro is actually priced less than €200/$237 globally, while you can find the Realme 7 5G and the POCO X3 NFC for €230/$273. If you care about 5G and you need to have the best connectivity options for the coming years, choose the Realme 7 5G as it sports similar specifications to its opponents. But if you need better cameras, then go for the POCO X3 NFC. With the Redmi Note 9 Pro, you can save some money, but for just 30€ it is worth going for the POCO X3 NFC.

• Read More: Redmi Note 9 vs Note 9S vs Note 9 Pro (Global): Specs Comparison

Realme 7 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Xiaomi POCO X3: PROs and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro

PROs

• Very affordable
• Big battery
• HDR10
• Wide display

CONS

• Standard refresh rate

POCO X3 NFC

PROs

• Great price
• Best hardware
• Good cameras
• Stereo speakers
• 120 Hz HDR10 wide display
• Huge battery

CONS

• Nothing particular

Oppo Realme 7 Pro

PROs

• 120 Hz display
• Reverse charging
• 5G
• Compact
• Big battery

CONS

• Inferior camera

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After releasing the vanilla Nord, OnePlus came up with two more affordable smartphones after several years spent releasing flagships only. The new series includes the mid-ranger OnePlus Nord N10 5G: a device providing 5G connectivity and great specifications at a pretty affordable price. But does it have the highest value for money you can expect in this second half of 2020 or is it all about 5G and there is something better in the market? In order to let you find out, we decided to compare it with the best-selling POCO X3 NFC and the Realme 7 Pro: the Xiaomi and Realme phones with the highest value for money released recently.

OnePlus Nord N10 vs Xiaomi POCO X3 vs Realme 7 Pro

Design

None of these devices offers a stunning design like flagships, but they are still pretty nice phones when it comes to aesthetics. The POCO X3 NFC has not the most beautiful look but it comes with a higher build quality: it features an aluminum frame and the IP53 certification making it dust resistant and waterproof. My favorite one is the Realme 7 Pro because it has a thinner and lighter design, as well as a cleaner look and a more compact body. Its body is entirely made of plastic, but the look is actually better. The OnePlus Nord N10 5G is bigger, thicker, and heavier than Realme 7 Pro, but more compact than POCO X3 NFC.

Display

The king of the display here is the Realme 7 Pro for a simple reason: it has a Super AMOLED display instead of an IPS panel. So, it provides more vibrant colors and deeper blacks. Further, it has an in-display fingerprint scanner. But you should not underestimate the POCO X3 NFC despite it has an IPS panel. The POCO X3 NFC comes with a 120 Hz refresh rate and HDR10 certification allowing for great image quality. Most people still consider 60 Hz AMOLED panels a better choice, but the POCO X3 NFC still offers a nice screen. The OnePlus Nord N10 5G is inferior to both with its 90 Hz IPS display.

Specs & Software

If you need the highest performance, you should opt for the OnePlus Nord N10 5G. Despite it has a chipset from Snapdragon 6xx series, it is actually more powerful than the Snapdragon 732G and the Snapdragon 720G found on its rivals (we are talking about both CPU and GPU performance). Further, unlike its two opponents, the OnePlus Nord N10 5G supports 5G connectivity. The POCO X3 NFC has a slightly stronger chipset than the Realme 7 Pro, but the Realme 7 Pro comes in a variant with more RAM: up to 8 GB. All are based on Android 10, but OnePlus already confirmed that the Nord N10 5G will only get one major Android update.

Camera

On paper, the best rear camera setup belongs to the POCO X3 NFC. While it offers the same main camera as its rivals, it actually comes with better secondary sensors including a 13 MP ultrawide camera. If you need better selfies, then you should go for the Realme 7 Pro with its 32 MP front camera.

Battery

The POCO X3 NFC has a longer battery life thanks to its huge 5160 mAh battery, but the Realme 7 Pro charges a lot faster thanks to its 65W fast charging technology. And the Realme 7 Pro takes the silver medal when it comes to battery life thanks to a 4500 mAh battery and its efficient display.

Price

POCO X3 NFC is priced at €229/$271 globally, Realme 7 Pro can be found for less than €300/$355, and OnePlus Nord N10 5G starts from €349/$414. If we exclude the 5G support, OnePlus Nord N10 5G is inferior to its two rivals. Realme 7 Pro has the best display and faster charging, as well as the most interesting design, while POCO X3 NFC has a bigger battery. I would personally go for the Realme 7 Pro as it is more balanced: what would you choose?

• Read More: OnePlus Nord N10 5G gets its first-ever system update before hitting the shelves

OnePlus Nord N10 vs Xiaomi POCO X3 vs Realme 7 Pro: PROs and CONS

OnePlus Nord N10 5G

PROs

• 5G
• Good GPU
• 90 Hz display

CONS

• Just one major update

POCO X3 NFC

PROs

• Great price
• Good cameras
• IR blaster
• 120 Hz HDR10 display
• Huge battery
• Splash resistant

CONS

• Nothing particular

Oppo Realme 7 Pro

PROs

• Faster charging
• Water-repellent
• AMOLED display
• Compact design
• Best front camera

CONS

• Inferior hardware

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A while back, POCO Global launched the POCO X3 in Europe, before bringing it to India. Before we take a breather, a tipster on Twitter says another device from POCO will launch before the year(2020) ends.

Tipster Mukul Sharma says the next POCO device will likely launch in the first half of December citing his source. That is, if everything goes according to the plan. Now, this works out somewhere between December 1-14 of 2020 but isn’t official yet. He adds that the launch will mostly be a Global one(maybe Europe). And that there is no word on the Indian launch yet. Further, Mukul Sharma has replied to a user saying the device will seemingly be a mid-ranger.

This is understandable considering the company already launched a flagship Poco F2 Pro and a midrange POCO X3 NFC globally. On the other hand, the India division is operating with a different strategy in mind. It recently launched the POCO X3 with a modified 6,000mAh battery. Additionally, Country Director of POCO, Anuj Sharma said that POCO devices in India are better than the Redmi counterparts despite being rebranded.

Coming back, the latest tip affirms an earlier tweet by POCO’s Global Spokesperson, Angus Kai Ho Ng. He tweeted that POCO isn’t done yet with a #POCOcomingsoon. Following this, a smartphone with model number M2010J19CG was spotted at the database of EEC. EEC is the Eurasian Economic Commission. That said, the model number is reminiscent of a similar device(M2010J19SC) that’s probably heading to China as Redmi Note 10 4G.

Now, if we recall, the device also got certified at China’s 3C authority. It showed that the device will support 22.5W fast charging. However, we are devoid of further info and will have to wait for more leaks in the future.

UP NEXT: Here’s how you can keep the POCO X3 refresh rate locked on 120Hz

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Recently, the Galaxy S20 was revealed to have an unofficial 96 Hz refresh rate option that wasn’t made available by Samsung. The guys at XDA Developers were able to force the device to load the 96 Hz refresh rate which will offer a better battery consumption than 120 Hz. A similar tweak has now come to the POCO X3 which allows you to keep the device locked on 120Hz, thanks to XDA member Slim K.

The POCO X3 as you may recall comes with a 120Hz refresh rate just like its predecessor. However, the drag is that POCO included a software feature known as Dynamic Refresh Rate. This feature intelligently adjusts the display refresh rate as a way to optimize battery usage. Thus, even when the refresh rate is set at full blast 120Hz by the user, the feature still reduces the refresh rate based on scenarios. For instance, the refresh rate will fall down to 60Hz during video streaming and even further down to 50Hz when scrolling through static images. While gaming, it then bumps up to 120Hz. The switch isn’t that smooth as it causes the phone to stutter, albeit momentarily but it is noticeable.

The discovery by XDA Member Slim K allows users to disable Dynamic Refresh Rate, thus unlocking the super-smooth 120Hz refresh rate in all apps. However, to be able to do this, you’ll need to unlock the bootloader and root the phone with Magisk v21.0. Mind you, this voids the warranty the phone has.

We should also point out that keeping the refresh rate permanently hooked on to 120Hz will have a huge toll on battery life. The smartphone comes with a massive 6000mAh battery for the non-NFC version released in India and a 5,160mAh battery for the NFC version so that may not be a big issue.

You can check out the step-by-step guide to disable the Dynamic refresh Rate from the XDA Forum thread from here.

UP NEXT: POCO C3 for Rs 7,499 (~$102) brings 6.53-inch display, Helio G35, 13MP triple cameras and 5,000mAh battery

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India’s largest online retailer Flipkart held its biggest sale recently called Big Billion Days. A number of new products like Pixel 4a and Galaxy F41 launched on the occasion of this sale. Above all, some of the popular as well as old devices like LG G8X ThinQ and iPhones were discounted heavily. That said, now as the sale has ended, POCO has officially announced that it sold over a million smartphones during this period.

Earlier this year, POCO was spun-off into an independent brand under the Xiaomi Group. In India, its devices are sold exclusively on Flipkart. The brand currently sells the following five handsets in the country.

• POCO X2
• POCO X3
• POCO M2 Pro
• POCO M2
• POCO C3

All the above-mentioned smartphones were discounted except for the latest POCO X3. Buyers were also able to avail additional bank discounts.

These phones are highly recommended by media houses even at their launch prices. With discounts, they flew off the shelves that  POCO managed to sell above a million (10 lakh) units of them during the Flipkart Big Billion Days sale that ran from October 16-21, as per the brand’s internal data.

Having said that, all the new POCO-branded smartphones launched so far (except POCO X3) are rebadged Redmi devices with slightly better configuration and cheaper price tags. We hope the brand to soon release phones with original design starting next year.

UP NEXT: POCO X3 India edition drops NFC to house a larger 6,000mAh battery

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Poco is slowly and gradually expanding its products portfolio after parting ways with Xiaomi as a separate brand. The company recently unveiled the Poco X3 NFC edition featuring some advancements over the Poco X2 which was launched back in December 2019. The new device features a lot of exciting specifications at a much affordable price. Such devices are a delight for the custom development community too as the companies indirectly support third-party development.

Must See: First custom ROM for POCO X3 arrives within a month of its launch

It’s just been a few weeks and the root access Poco X3 NFC is already here. The interested users can easily root their Poco X3 NFC units after easily unlocking the bootloader.

Poco X3 NFC Specifications

Unlike Poco X2, the Poco X3 NFC features a single punch hole camera cutout in the display for a better viewing experience. It houses a 6.67-inch full HD+ IPS LCD display protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. It can bring exemplary gaming experience with a 120Hz refresh rate using Dynamic Switch.

In the camera department, the smartphone comes with a quad-camera setup featuring a 64-megapixel Sony IMX682 camera sensor for quality photos. It is accompanied by three additional cameras on the rear including a 13-megapixel ultrawide sensor, a 2-megapixel depth assist sensor, and another 2-megapixel macro lens.

The smartphone is powered with Snasdpragon 732G chipset coupled with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.1 storage. Itis available in two different storage variants including a 6GB RAM + 64GB storage and 6GB RAM + 128GB storage. The smartphone is available in two color options of Shadow Grey and Cobalt Blue.

It measures 165.3 x 76.8 x 9.4mm and it weighs 215 grams. Moreover, you will find a side-mounted fingerprint reader, an IR blaster, dual SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, USB-C, and a 3.5mm headphone slot.

Note: Gizmochina.com is not responsible in any way for the loss of data and devices. You’re proceeding at your own risk as in some cases it will even void your warranty. 

Overview

1. Unlock Bootloader
2. Install TWRP
3. Root Using Magisk

Unlock Bootloader of  Poco X3 NFC

Unlocking Poco X3 NFC will allow the user to root the device and install custom MODs and ROMs without any issue. It is advised to follow each step and download the required pre-requisites from the links below.

Pre-Requisites

• Download and Install ADB and Fastboot drivers on PC/MAC.
• Download Xiaomi USB Drivers.
• Download Xiaomi Mi Unlock Tool
• Ensure the phone’s battery is more than 60%
• Backup important data on any external media
• Download the latest TWRP from here.
• Download the latest Magisk manager and install it on your phone.

Steps to install TWRP on Xiaomi Mi A3

Follow the below-mentioned instructions carefully to successfully install TWRP. Before proceeding, please ensure your Xiaomi Mi A3 bootloader is unlocked.

1. Enable Developer Mode by tapping the MIUI version 7 times after heading to the Settings > About Phone.
2. Enable USB Debugging by heading to the Settings>Developer Option and toggle USB Debugging.
3. Bind your Mi Account which means sign in to the Poco device using your Mi account by heading to Settings > Additional Settings > Developer Options > Add account and device and log in.
4. Connect your smartphone with the PC via USB Cable.
5. Now boot into the Fastboot mode by pressing and holding Volume Down + Power Button for about 10 seconds. You need to release buttons once the Fasstboot appears on the screen.
6. Download and Extract Mi Unlock Tool from the Pre-Requisite section above.
7. Open the Miflash_unlock.exe file from the extracted folder.
8. Now, Login with the same Mi Account that you used on the Poco X3 NFC.
9. It will take some time to verify your smartphone, and will show “Phone Connected.“
10. Now, tap on the “Unlock button” and select “Unlock anyway” when prompted.
11. The unlocking process will start, and you will receive “Unlocked successfully” once completed.
12. Now, Reboot the device, and that’s it!

Root Poco X3 NFC (TWRP)

Make sure you’ve unlocked the bootloader in order to root your Poco X3 NFC.

Pre-Requisites

• Download TWRP Recovery for Poco X3 NFC
• Download Magisk Manager Installer Zip on your phone.

Steps

1. Download and Extract ADB and Fastboot utilities in a folder.
2. Now, Connect your Poco X3 NFC with PC using a USB cable. (Note: If prompted to “Allow USB Debugging” comes then tap OK on your phone.)
3. Open Command Prompt or Powershell by pressing SHIFT + RIGHT-Click in ADB and Fastboot folder.
4. Type the below command to restart the phone.

   adb reboot bootloader

5. Now Flash the TWRP on the recovery partition using the below-mentioned command. (Note: Make sure to replace the twrp-3.4-xx.img name with actual twrp filename.)

   fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.4.x-xx.img

6. That’s it! You have successfully Installed TWRP. Now, we need to install Magisk to gain root access.
7. Reboot into TWRP Recovery by executing the following command. (Or you can press and hold the Power button + Volume Up button to boot into recovery mode.)

   adb reboot recovery

8. Once in TWRP, then select Install>Select Magisk.zip>Swipe to Confirm Flash.
9. Reboot System after installation completes, and enjoy!

You’ve successfully installed TWRP and gained root access on Poco X3 NFC using Magisk. If you’ve any queries then do let us know via the comments below.

Related: POCO X3 NFC launching in Indonesia on October 15

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Today, Samsung launched the first device from a brand new series. The Galaxy F41 is indeed the first device from the Galaxy F lineup and it is a 4G mid-ranger. This means it will compete with some of the handsets with the highest value for money in the Indian market. While we are waiting for info regarding its commercialization in other regions, we think it is time to compare it with other affordable mid-rangers out there in order to understand if it is a good deal as Samsung advertises it. For this comparison, we chose two among the most wanted mid-rangers of the second half of 2020: POCO X3 NFC and Realme 7 Pro.

Samsung Galaxy F41 vs POCO X3 vs Realme 7 Pro

Design

If you want the most elegant device, you should go either for the Realme 7 Pro or the POCO X3 NFC. The former is the sleekest one with its thin body and it is even lighter, while the latter is built with better materials, including aluminum for the frame. Realme 7 Pro has a water-repellent coating, so you can use it under the rain without so many problems. And so you can with the POCO X3 NFC which boasts the IP53 certification. The Samsung Galaxy F41 is entirely built of plastic, it has a rear-mounted fingerprint reader (unlike the Realme 7 Pro which has it built in the display) and a waterdrop notch instead of a punch-hole design.

Display

If you desire the best display quality, then Samsung Galaxy F41 and Realme 7 Pro are better options for your needs because they are equipped with AMOLED panels providing more brilliant colors and deeper blacks. Instead, if you are a gamer, you might prefer the POCO X3 NFC because it has a higher refresh rate (120 Hz), and it is even HDR10-compliant. Note that POCO X3 NFC has a wider panel than Realme 7 Pro and Samsung Galaxy F41 (6.67 inches vs 6.4 inches). As mentioned above, despite having an AMOLED display, the Samsung Galaxy F41 does not have an in-display fingerprint scanner, unlike the Realme 7 Pro.

Specs & Software

The strongest device in terms of hardware and performance is the POCO X3 NFC thanks to a better processor: the Snapdragon 732G which is an upgrade of the Snapdragon 730G. Right after, we got the Realme 7 Pro boasting a Snapdragon 720G, but you should consider that you can get max 6 GB of RAM with POCO X3 NFC, while Realme 7 Pro has 8 GB of RAM. Samsung Galaxy F41 takes the last position due to its weaker Exynos 9611 built at 10 nm. Samsung Galaxy F41, POCO X3 NFC, and Realme 7 Pro run Android 10 and customized UIs.

Camera

When it comes to the rear cameras, you should notice only marginal differences between these three devices. The main camera sensor is a 64 MP lens in each case, but the POCO X3 NFC has a better ultrawide camera with a 13 MP resolution. The Samsung Galaxy F41 has a superior 5 MP macro shooter and even the best front camera with a 32 MP resolution and an f/2.0 focal aperture.

Battery

The Samsung Galaxy F41 will provide the longest battery life thanks to its huge 6000 mAh battery. The silver medal does not necessarily go to the POCO X3 NFC despite its bigger battery than Realme 7 Pro: it depends on the usage scenario because the POCO X3 NFC has an IPS panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate which is more energy-demanding. Realme 7 Pro wins the fast charging comparison with an astonishing 65W power.

Price

Samsung Galaxy F41 is priced at about Rs. 16,999 ($232) in India, Poco X3 NFC costs Rs. 16,999 too, and Realme 7 Pro carries a listing price of Rs. 20,999 ($370). There is no definitive winner in this comparison: Samsung Galaxy F41 is the battery king, POCO X3 NFC has better hardware, Realme 7 Pro supports faster charging speeds and an in-display fingerprint scanner. For the rest, they are not so different. Which is your favorite one?

• Read More: Redmi Note 9 vs Note 9S vs Note 9 Pro (Global): Specs Comparison

Samsung Galaxy F41 vs POCO X3 vs Realme 7 Pro: PROs and CONS

Samsung Galaxy F41

PROs

• Best battery
• AMOLED display
• Great selfie camera

CONS

• Inferior hardware

POCO X3 NFC

PROs

• Great price
• Best hardware
• Stereo speakers
• 120 Hz HDR10 display
• IR blaster

CONS

• IPS display

Oppo Realme 7 Pro

PROs

• Faster charging
• Water-repellent
• In-display fingerprint reader
• AMOLED display
• Stereo speakers

CONS

• Smaller battery

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POCO is an independent brand since officially announcing it during early 2020. Once a sub-brand of Xiaomi, it debuted with the legendary POCO F1 in 2018 but became inactive for the whole of 2019. However, it came back with the POCO X2 which was a rebranded version of Redmi K30 in China. Since then, the company has been borrowing a few models from Redmi and relaunching it under POCO branding. Amidst a lot of criticism, Deputy Director of POCO, Anuj Sharma has explained to Indian Express the reasons for rebranding devices.

First off, Anuj says the rebranded POCO phones are better versions of Redmi devices. And, offer more value for the money. While he didn’t exactly mention how better they are, we have to agree on the value preposition part. For instance, Redmi launched the Note 9 pro with an 18W adapter in-box but included 33W in the “Max” variant. However, POCO M2 Pro which is a rebranded Note 9 Pro included a 33W charger in-box. And a Z-axis vibration motor at the same price as Note 9 Pro(₹13,999).

Besides, Anuj believes that POCO is a new brand and hence, it is difficult to design and develop phones on its own. This gives a clear cut explanation of why POCO currently uses resources from Xiaomi like factories, services, and MIUI. Further, he says that other brands like realme, OnePlus have also launched rebranded devices in the past. He also quotes that devices like OnePlus One and Realme’s first smartphone were rebranded versions of Oppo devices.

He goes onto say that POCO will follow the same strategy in the future. Also, the company is in no mood to develop a software version on its own and will continue with Xiaomi’s MIUI. For the unaware, POCO currently has X, M, C, and flagship F series of devices. The budget X, M, C, has rebranded devices like POCO X2(Redmi K30 China), POCO M2 Pro(Redmi Note 9 Pro), POCO M2(Redmi 9), POCO C3(Redmi 9C China).

Up Next: POCO X3 NFC launching in Indonesia on October 15

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Smartphones running on MIUI are generally popular in the custom ROM community for various reasons. Mid-range POCO X2, which also runs on MIUI, has loads of custom ROMs. And now, its successor, POCO X3 NFC, has got a first working custom ROM within a month of its release.

The first working ROM, Nitrogen OS for POCO X3 NFC, is compiled by a senior member at XDA, xyyx. The ROM, however, is based on Android 10 and not 11. That said, this is based on AOSP(Android Open Source Project) and is sure to give a near-stock experience to users. Also, the ROM doesn’t contain any bloatware apart from the essential system apps. It doesn’t even include GApps(Google Apps) and you will have to flash it separately. XDA report also says that the ROM contains certain features hand-picked from LineageOS, OmniROM, Dirty Unicorns. If you wondering what these are, they are some of the popular custom ROMs.

That said, early builds of ROMs are sure to contain bugs. And, Nitrogen OS for POCO X3 NFC also has early bugs like broken video recording, inability to set SELinux to Enforcing mode, absence of Double-tap to wake feature. However, on looking at the current update of bugs on the Nitrogen OS XDA page for POCO X3 NFC, the bug section only lists SELinux. Hence, there is a possibility that the updated versions will fix the above bugs.

Other than this, basic features like Wi-Fi, calling, camera is reportedly working fine. You can visit the XDA forum page to download and install the Nitrogen OS ROM on your POCO X3 if interested. Do note that you need a device with bootloader unlocked, and a custom recovery like TWRP installed on the device as a pre-requisite.

POCO launched the POCO X3 smartphone recently at a price tag of around 199 euros. The device features a 6.67-inch FHD+ LCD display with 120Hz, Snapdragon 732G SoC, 64MP Sony IMX 682 equipped quad rear camera, 6,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging.

Up Next: POCO C3 vs Realme Narzo 10A vs Moto E7 Plus: Specs Comparison

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If you are looking for a mid-range device but you do not want to spend a lot of money, you should consider Redmi Note 9 Pro, POCO X3, and Realme 7 Pro due to their amazing specifications offered at a very affordable price. It is hard to find a smartphone with so high value for money and these devices look surprising from every point of view. But which one is the best choice for your needs? It is not easy to understand it only by looking at the specs sheet of each device. That is the reason why we decided to make an in-depth comparison between the specs of Note 9 Pro, POCO X3, and Realme 7 Pro.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco X3 vs Realme 7 Pro

Design

With the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the POCO X3, you do not get the most beautiful design. Or at least the big protruding camera module of the POCO X3 and the square-shaped central module of the Redmi Note 9 Pro do not convince me. The Realme 7 Pro looks more beautiful with its less invasive camera module and a more compact design. On the other hand, POCO X3 and Redmi Note 9 Pro are built with better materials: the former has an aluminum frame and a plastic back, while the latter has a plastic frame and a glass back. Unfortunately, the Realme 7 Pro has a full plastic design.

Display

If you want the best display in terms of image quality, then you should go for the Realme 7 Pro without thinking twice. It has a smaller display and a standard refresh rate, but the Super AMOLED technology guarantees more brilliant colors. Further, the Realme 7 Pro has an in-display fingerprint scanner. Right after, almost at the same level, we got the POCO X3 with the HDR10 certification and a 120 Hz refresh rate. Redmi Note 9 Pro is disappointing: it has a Full HD+ panel, but it is an IPS display with a standard refresh rate.

Specs & Software

The most advanced hardware department belongs to the POCO X3 which is powered by a stronger chipset: the Snapdragon 732G is an upgrade of the Snapdragon 730G and it is paired with 6 GB of RAM. You can get more RAM with the 7 Pro (up to 8 GB), but the chipset is weaker: we are talking about the Snapdragon 720G that is the same chipset found on the Redmi Note 9 Pro. All of these devices run Android 10 out of the box with a highly-customized user interface on top.

Camera

On the paper, the POCO X3 NFC is a better camera phone. POCO X3 NFC, Redmi Note 9 Pro, and Realme 7 Pro all come with a 64 MP main sensor, but the POCO X3 NFC has a better ultrawide secondary camera. The Realme 7 Pro is actually better at shooting selfies thanks to its great 32 MP front camera. Redmi Note 9 Pro is inferior to both the devices (overall) but you should note that it has a better macro sensor than Realme 7 Pro and POCO X3 NFC. However, given that macro sensors are often useless, the ultrawide lens of the POCO X3 NFC makes more sense.

Battery

The POCO X3 NFC has the biggest battery with a 5160 mAh capacity, but not the longest battery life. Given that Redmi Note 9 Pro has a standard refresh rate instead of 120 Hz, it lasts more on a single charge with its 5020 mAh battery, unless you disable the 120 Hz refresh rate on the POCO X3 NFC. While Note 9 Pro and POCO X3 NFC are superior battery phones, Realme’s mid-ranger wins the fast charging comparison thanks to its amazing 65W fast charging technology bringing the battery from 0 to 100 percent in just 34 minutes.

Price

In the global market, you can find POCO X3 NFC and Redmi Note 9 Pro at less than €200/$235 thanks to online street prices. Realme 7 Pro will go global on October 7 and its global price is yet to be revealed. POCO X3 NFC is the best device of this comparison in terms of hardware, while Realme 7 Pro has an AMOLED display and way faster charging. Which one would you pick?

• Read More: Redmi Note 9 vs Note 9S vs Note 9 Pro (Global): Specs Comparison

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco X3 vs Realme 7 Pro: PROs and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro

PROs

• Very affordable
• Big battery
• HDR10
• Wide display

CONS

• Nothing particular

POCO X3 NFC

PROs

• Great price
• Best hardware
• Good cameras
• Stereo speakers
• 120 Hz HDR10 wide display
• Huge battery

CONS

• Nothing particular

Oppo Realme 7 Pro

PROs

• Faster charging
• Great price
• AMOLED display
• Stereo speakers

CONS

• Smaller display

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Yesterday, POCO announced the POCO X3 smartphone in India. In the global markets, the smartphone is known as POCO X3 NFC. In India, it is simply called POCO X3 as it lacks NFC connectivity. In a recent interview, POCO India General Manager C Manmohan revealed that the removal of the NFC feature allowed the company to offer a larger battery on the Indian version of the POCO X3.

The POCO X3 NFC (global version) has a 5,160mAh battery, whereas the Indian model ships with a 6,000mAh battery. In an interview with 91mobiles, C Manmohan revealed that the company decided to drop the NFC feature on the Indian version because it is not an important feature for the Indian audience. Since UPI and QR code-based payments are more popular than contactless payments through NFC in India, eliminating the feature allowed the firm to offer a 16 percent larger battery on the Indian edition of POCO X3.

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POCO X3 specifications and price in India

The POCO X3 will be for purchase for the first time at 12 PM IST on Sept. 29. The 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage editions of the POCO X3 are priced at Rs 16,999 (~$231), Rs 18,499 (~$251), and Rs 19,999  (~$274) in India. The handset comes in Cobalt Blue and Shadow Grey colors.

The POCO X3 has a 6.67-inch 120Hz IPS LCD FHD+ display with a punch-hole design. It has a 20-megapixel front camera and a 64-megapixel (Sony IMX682) + 13-megapixel (ultrawide) + 2-megapixel (macro) + 2-megapixel (depth) quad-camera system. The Snapdragon 732G chipset fuels the device with LPPDR4x RAM and UFS 2.1 storage. The 6,000mAh battery of the POCO X3 supports 33W fast charging. It comes with other features like dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, USB-C, IR blaster, stereo speakers, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a side-facing fingerprint scanner. It runs on MIUI 12 based Android 10 OS.

UP NEXT: POCO X3 NFC Hands-on / Unboxing: A True Mid-range Beast

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Earlier this month, POCO held a global unveil event to announce the POCO X3 NFC smartphone. The handset was made official today in India through a dedicated launch event. Unlike the global edition, the smartphone has arrived in India as POCO X3. Also, the Indian variant is slightly different from its global edition.

POCO X3 specifications and features

The POCO X3 sports a 6.67-inch IPS LCD screen that supports a full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 20:9 aspect ratio, HDR10, a refresh rate of up to 120Hz, and a touch sampling rate of up to 240Hz. The 2.3GHz Snapdragon 732G chipset fuels the POCO X3 with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.1 storage. The phone boots to MIUI 12 and POCO Launcher enabled Android 10 OS that is devoid of ads.

The global edition of the POCO X3 NFC features a 5,160mAh battery. The India edition is backed by a larger 6,000mAh battery.  The retail package of the device includes a 33W fast charger. The LiquidCool Technology 1.0 Plus available on the POCO X3 has a 70 percent larger heat pipe and multiple layers of graphite sheet. The upgraded heat dissipation will allow the POCO X3 to run 6 degrees Celsius cooler than the previous generation.

Editor’s Pick: POCO X3 NFC Hands-on / Unboxing: A True Mid-range Beast

The rear-facing quad-camera system of the POCO X3 features a 64-megapixel Sony IMX682 main lens, a 13-megapixel ultrawide lens with 119-degree FOV, a 2-megapixel depth sensor, a 2-megapixel macro lens with 4cm focal length, and an LED flash unit. The display punch-hole houses a 20-megapixel selfie snapper.

The phone comes with IP53 rated chassis and Gorilla Glass 5 protection for the display. It has a renewed textured rear for a better grip along with a large-sized logo. Its other features include a microSD card slot, dual stereo speakers, AI face unlock, a side-mounted fingerprint reader, an IR blaster, dual SIM support, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, USB-C, and a 3.5mm headphone slot. It lacks support for NFC connectivity.

POCO X3 price in India

Here is the pricing of the different variants of the POCO X3:

• 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage – Rs 16,999 (~$231)
• 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – Rs 18,499 (~$251)
• 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – Rs 19,999 (~$272)

The POCO X3 comes in two colors such as Shadow Grey and Cobalt Blue. The first sale of the phone will be carried at 12 PM IST on Sept. 29 through Flipkart.

UP NEXT: POCO X3 shipment exceeds 100,000 units in just 3 days

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Xiaomi’s POCO brand has just confirmed that it would be launching the POCO X3 in India on September 22. The confirmation comes in form of a video teaser which also touts the device’s camera to have autofocus onboard.

The POCO X3 is the successor to the Poco X2 which was launched earlier this year in the Asian country. The X2 was a rebadged Redmi K30 4G which some didn’t find impressive. The brand seems to have taken that into consideration as this time around, the X3 is not a rebranded Redmi phone.

It's time to redefine #SmoothAF.

Get ready for the #POCOX3. Arriving on 22nd September at 12 noon on @Flipkart.

To know something that you don't, visit here: https://t.co/NSmwqs6yLY pic.twitter.com/lbeTQfpK9m

— POCO India #POCOX3 (@IndiaPOCO) September 16, 2020

The phone has been listed on Flipkart and the product page contains renders of the device. The renders show that the X3 will have the same design as the POCO X3 NFC that was launched recently in Europe. The main difference between both models may be the absence of NFC on the Indian version.

As a reminder, the POCO X3 NFC features a 6.67-inch FHD+ Dot Display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate. The 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate creates an incredibly smooth and responsive experience superior to most flagships on the market.

The phone happens to be the first model that is powered by a Snapdragon 732G processor paired with 6GB of RAM. There are also 64GB and 128GB storage options. The device packs a side-mounted fingerprint sensor integrated with the power button rather than integrated into the display. There is equally a quad-camera setup at the rear and at the front, a centrally placed punch-hole houses the selfie camera.

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Poco announced its brand new Poco X3 model in Europe last week featuring a 120Hz display and Snapdragon 732G. The phone succeeds the extremely popular Poco X2 model and builds on the best features of its predecessor.

Now, Giztop is offering $30 OFF of the Poco X3 NFC model till September 30, effectively bringing down its price from $229 to just $199. The phone retails in Europe and other regions at the standard $229 price tag, so this is a significant discount on its international retail price.

All you have to do is use the following coupon during checkout and you’ll get $30 OFF.

Coupon: POCOX3

Purchase Link: Giztop Poco X3

This coupon code is valid for both 6GB + 64GB and 6GB + 128GB models. So you can effectively get the Poco X3 NFC 128GB model for just $219 after discount.

The Poco X3 NFC was launched in Europe last week for EUR 229 for its 6GB+64GB model and EUR 269 for the 6GB +128GB variant.

It comes with a large 5160mAh battery with a 33W fast charge, a 64MP quad-cameras, and MIUI 12 based on Android 10.

GizTop is currently accepting pre-orders for the Poco X3 and orders will start shipping by the end of September.

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POCO X3 was officially unveiled on September 7 and the following day, the phone went on flash sale on AiExpress. POCO has now announced that the X3 NFC has raked in over 100000 units in sales within the past three days since the sales commenced.

As a reminder, the POCO X3 NFC features a 6.67-inch FHD+ Dot Display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate. The 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate creates an incredibly smooth and responsive experience superior to most flagships on the market.

Look at all the milestones we hit during the #POCOX3 NFC First Sale!

Thank you to all our POCO Fans! We're happy to provide you with the smartphone that has #ExactlyWhatYouNeed! pic.twitter.com/L4vSdhHwcO

— POCO (@POCOGlobal) September 11, 2020

The phone happens to be the first model that is powered by a Snapdragon 732G processor paired with 6GB of RAM. There are also 64GB and 128GB storage options. Thedevice packs a side-mounted fingerprint sensor integrated with the power button rather than integrated into the display.

The models are still available on AliExpress with the base 6/64GB listed for just $229. While the top variant with the same RAM but 128 internal storage is available at $269. The phone is available in Cobalt Blue and Shadow Gray colour options.

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POCO has announced its latest phone, the Poco X3 NFC, or simply the POCO X3. The device is now on a flash sale at Xiaomi’s official store on AliExpress. Interestingly, the Poco X3 NFC is the first phone to use Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 732G processor, which you can take it as an overclocked version of the 730G. It supports LTE and comes with 6GB of RAM. Storage options include 64GB or 128GB and have the facility to expand storage via a microSD card slot.

Must See: POCO X3 NFC with 120Hz display, SD732G, 64MP quad cameras, 5,160mAh battery launched for 199 euros

At AliExpress, the base 6/64GB is listed for just $199 (actual price: $229). While the top variant with the same RAM but 128 internal storage is available at $249 (actual price: $269). The discounted are applicable only during this flash sale which will end on 9th September 2020. Hence, don’t miss out on the chance to reserve one immediately. You’ll have the option to choose from two color variants as well – Cobalt Blue and Shadow Grey.

For the unversed, the POCO X3 has a display of a 6.67-inch LCD 1080p panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. The fingerprint sensor is on the power button rather than integrated into the display. For the sub $200 price range, the POCO X3 is a decent smartphone. If interested, head over to the flash sale page. Oh if we missed it, the first 1,000 buyers will have the chance to get a free limited edition T-Shirt. So hurry up!

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Update: The Indian variant of the POCO X3 that has the M2007J20CI model number has received approval from the TUV Rheinland certification platform. The same model number has also appeared on Geekbench benchmarks to reveal specs like SD732G chip, 8 GB of RAM, and Android 10 OS.

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Yesterday, POCO held a global unveil event to announce the POCO X3 mid-range smartphone. The handset is now up for purchase in various markets starting from today. The handset is now up with a starting price of 199 euros in Europe. Soon after the launch event, POCO India General Manager C Manmohan hinted at the arrival of the POCO X3 in India. He also gave out a clue on the pricing of the smartphone.

Manmohan’s tweet states the POCO X3 would be priced at Rs 20,000 (~$272) + taxes in India. The predecessor POCO X2’s variants such as 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, 6 GB RAM+ 128 GB storage, and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. These models are priced at Rs. 17,499 (~$238), Rs. 18,499 (~$251), and Rs. 21,499 (~$292), respectively.

Great job done @POCOGlobal team. #POCOX3 is an amazing product! #POCO India fans! Do you want us to launch it in India? Regular price will be €229 = ₹20,000 + taxes.

RT if you want us to launch it in India.

everything you need, nothing you don't. https://t.co/1pjAPfdhz8

— C Manmohan #POCOForIndia (@cmanmohan) September 7, 2020

The POCO X3 NFC debuted yesterday in two variants such as 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage for 229 euros (~$270; Rs 19,900) and 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 269 euros (~$318; ~Rs 23,350). Until Sept. 11, both models will be available with reduced pricings of 199 euros (~$235; ~Rs 17,275) and 249 euros (~$294; ~Rs 21,615).

Today, POCO India will be announcing the POCO M2 entry-level phone in India. Hence, it appears that the company may start teasing on the India launch of the POCO X3 at some point later this month.

Editor’s Pick: POCO X3 NFC Hands-on / Unboxing: A True Mid-range Beast

POCO X3 specifications

The POCO X3 has a 6.67-inch IPS LCD FHD+ display with 120Hz refresh rate support. The handset is powered by the Snapdragon 732G chipset, LPDDR4x RAM, UFS 2.1 storage, and 5,160mAh battery with 33W fast charging. It has a 20-megapixel front camera, and a 64-megapixel (Sony IMX682) + 13-megapixel (ultrawide) + 2-megapixel (macro) + 2-megapixel (depth) quad-camera system. It has a side-facing fingerprint reader. The phone comes in two colors such as Shadow Gray and Cobalt Blue.

UP NEXT: POCO X3 could soon launch as a Redmi-branded device in China

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In December of 2019, Redmi launched Redmi K30 4G/5G in China as its first smartphones to feature 120Hz refresh rate displays. The 4G variant later debuted as POCO X2 in India. The other such high refresh rate Redmi-branded devices are Redmi K30i, Redmi K30 Racing Edition, and Redmi K30 Ultra. Now, according to a new tip, the brand’s next such smartphone is not so far away.

The display details about an upcoming Redmi smartphone come from 数码闲聊站 (Digital Chat Station) on Weibo. According to him, this device will sport a 6.67-inch LCD panel with FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels) resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, and a punch-hole.

If you are experiencing déjà vu, then you aren’t alone. Because these display specs sound exactly the same as that of the newly launched POCO X3. That means, for the first time, a POCO device could be rebranded as a Redmi handset.

Unfortunately, the marketing name of this mysterious smartphone is unknown at the moment. It should be mostly Redmi K40 or maybe a high-end model in the rumored Redmi Note 10 series.

Also, it is worth noting that China is phasing out 4G phones and therefore, even if this device turns out to be identical to POCO X3, it may launch with a 5G chipset instead of 4G Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G.

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UPDATE: It turns out our source got the camera specs wrong today. We apologize for the mix-up. The fact that the same source also had the phone with him made us believe he was 100% correct. But sadly, for some reason, our source mixed up the specs.
Anyway, we have updated this story with the correct camera specs now.
Our review team has also got hold of the Poco X3 NFC and our hands-on article will be live very soon. So stay tuned.

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The global launch of the POCO X3 NFC smartphone will be held at 8 PM (GMT+8) today. It will be the first-ever smartphone to feature the recently unveiled Snapdragon 732G processor. Several details of the phone have appeared through its FCC certification, Geekbench listing, and other leaks. Today, we at GizmoChina bring you an exclusive shot of the protective sleeve designed for the POCO X3 NFC. The main specifications of the smartphone are mentioned on the sleeve. Moreover, we also obtained exclusive information on the cameras of the POCO X3 NFC.

It is mentioned on the POCO X3 NFC’s protective sleeve that it is driven by a 2.3GHz SD732G chipset. The smartphone has a 6.67-inch DotDisplay that produces Full HD+ resolution. We can confirm that the POCO X3 NFC has an LCD panel like the predecessor POCO X2 smartphone. The screen supports a 120Hz refresh rate and a 240Hz touch sampling rate.

The rear side of the POCO X3 NFC features an AI-powered 64-megapixel quad camera. For selfies, the handset has a 20-megapixel camera housed inside the top-center positioned punch-hole on the screen. The handset has a 5,160mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. The handset retains the side-facing fingerprint sensor.

None of the POCO X3 leaks have revealed the exact details of its rear cameras. However, a few hours ahead of the launch, GizmoChina has acquired exclusive information on the camera configurations of the POCO X3 NFC. Our source has confirmed that it will be retaining the Sony IMX686 64-megapixel main camera that was made available on the POCO X2.

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The quad-camera system of the predecessor, the Poco X2, comprised of a 64-megapixel Sony IMX686 main camera, an 8-megapixel ultrawide shooter, a 2-megapixel macro lens, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. But we have learned from our source that the POCO X3’s rear camera setup has an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 5-megapixel depth sensor, and a 2-megapixel macro lens apart from the main Sony IM686 camera. The leaked renders of the phone that have appeared in the recent past have revealed that the company has adopted a different design from the rear cameras system as compared to the POCO X2.

The POCO X3 NFC will come preinstalled with MIUI 12 based Android 10 OS. Like the POCO X2, the successor model is expected to arrive with up 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of internal storage. Just like the X2, the new Poco X3 NFC will also be priced very aggressively.

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The POCO X3 NFC launches later today, and while the phone will feature a rear design we have not seen on any phone till date, it won’t be the only POCO phone to have such a look.

Apparently, the manufacturer has another phone in development with a similar rear design but this unnamed phone has two rear cameras, unlike the POCO X3 that packs four sensors. The info comes from  Digital Chat Station.

The Chinese leaker revealed on Weibo that he came across two prototype POCO phones. One of the phones is the POCO X3 which has 64MP quad rear cameras and a Qualcomm processor inside it while the other phone has 48MP dual-cameras. Both devices have a similar rear design as shown in the render.

While the name of the phone is not known, it should be more affordable than any of the manufacturer’s current offering. The render, while not official, shows the phone doesn’t have a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. It also appears to have a centered hole in its screen just like that of the POCO X3.

Other than the POCO X3 NFC launch today, there is also the POCO M2 launch scheduled for tomorrow, September 8 in India. With two phones in the first week of the month, we shouldn’t expect this dual-camera phone until much later or the end of September at the earliest. Nevertheless, more details should surface before it launches.

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The Poco X3 NFC smartphone is all set to debut on September 7 with some high-end specifications. Already there are plenty of rumors and leaks revealing some specifications and features of the device. Interestingly, the new smartphone is all set to start retailing from 00:00 PST on September 8 via AliExpress. You can even pre-book the device by heading to the Poco’s AliExpress Store.

See More: POCO X3 Pro name appears in a deleted promo image

The smartphone listing confirms the presence of Snapdragon 732G with enhanced gaming performance. The latest chipset even packs advanced AI computing capabilities and uses 8nm process technology. Apart from the popular 4G chipset, the device will feature a 5160 mAh battery with 33W fast charging. A 64-megapixel primary camera will be present on the rear side of the smartphone.

There will be two storage variants including 6GB RAM and 64GB storage and another 128GB storage variant with unconfirmed RAM.

According to the previous leaks and rumors, it will feature a 6.67-inch LCD display with a 20MP punch-hole front camera. The display supports Full HD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate toggle for smooth gaming. The fingerprint scanner will be present on the side, doubling as a power key.

There will be a 64-megapixel primary camera on the rear side of the smartphone with f/1.79 aperture supporting up to 4K video recording at 30fps.

The smartphone was also spotted in a TUV certification document that confirms the presence of 33W fast charging. However, the Poco X3 NFC features a quad-rear camera as per the design mockups by the Poco global spokesperson.

It is officially launching on September 7th via an Online Launch Event at 5:00 PST. The flash sale will begin on September 8 via Poco’s AliExpress Store.

Related: POCO X3 NFC hands-on video leaks revealing the entire design

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POCO announced recently that the POCO X3 NFC will be launched on September 7. Ahead of the launch, a YouTuber has given us a hands-on review video of the device. The video bares all there is to know concerning the design and features of the device. Well, before it was pulled down. However, there are still images of the device grabbed from the video online.

The real-life design of the X3 NFC as spotted on the video by Spanish channel Tecvideos is the same with the renders of the device which appeared online earlier today. From the pictures, we can grab that the OCO X3 NFC won’t be a rebadged Xiaomi phone unlike its predecessor that was a rebranded Redmi phone.

The phone will feature a Qua-camera setup design in an X-formation along with the LED flash. At the front, the X3 NFC will pack a central hole-punch design which houses a 20MP selfie camera. The screen is a 6.67-inch LCD panel with FHD+ resolution and up to 120Hz refresh rate. There is a Corning Gorilla Glass 5 panel on top the display for protection. The phone also features a side-mounted fingerprint sensor embedded with the power button.

The Snapdragon 732G chipset is expected to power the model paired with 6GB RAM. There is 64GB of internal storage onboard the phone. The main camera is given as a 64MP sensor with f/1.79 aperture and support for 4K video recording at 30 fps. The phone also packs up to 5100mAh battery.

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The POCO X3 NFC is expected to be priced around PHP10,990 ($225). It is also said to have a “Premium Version” that may likely retail for up to PHP12,990 ($265).

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POCO has recently confirmed that it will be launching the POCO X3 NFC on Sept. 7. The phone will be announced globally through an online launch event. Malaysia is one of the markets where the POCO X3 NFC will be launching on the same date. Yesterday, POCO started a promotional campaign for the POCO X3 NFC. The poster that revealed the details of the campaign carried POCO X3 Pro moniker. Hence, it appears that there could be a POCO X3 series variant dubbed as POCO X3 Pro.

Chinese publication ITHome has shared a screenshot of the promo image, which has been taken down. The image states that those who participate in the campaign will stand a chance to win the POCO X3 Pro smartphone. The company did not share any details on the specs of the POCO X3 Pro.

The promo image has been replaced by a new one that mentions that the winner will win a POCO X3 NFC phone. It is unclear whether the POCO X3 Pro phone really exists, or it was the moniker was mentioned erroneously.

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POCO X3 NFC specifications

The POCO X3 NFC could be flaunting a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with top-center positioned punch-hole. It is expected to arrive with support for the 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate. It will come preinstalled with MIUI 12 based Android 10 OS.

The POCO X3 NFC will be the first phone from the brand to feature the Snapdragon 732G processor. It recently appeared on Geekbench with 6 GB of RAM. The phone is expected to draw power from a 5,160mAh battery. It is likely to arrive with support for 33W rapid charging technology. Rumors have it that the fast charging tech will fully charge the POCO X3 NFC in 65 minutes. The backside of the device will be fitted with a 64-megapixel quad-camera system

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POCO will be officially launching the POCO X3 smartphone on Sept. 7. It will be equipped with all the new Snapdragon 732G chipset that went official yesterday. Ahead of the launch, the POCO X3 that has a model number of M2007J20CG has appeared on the Geekbench benchmarking platform. At the same time, the device also received certification from the Bluetooth SIG authority.

The Geekbench 5 appearance shows that the POCO X3 is powered by a Qualcomm processor that is codenamed as ‘Surya.’ Hence, it appears that the codename belongs to the Snapdragon 732G processor which is officially confirmed to power the POCO X3.

The POCO X3 scored 571 in the single-core test and 1766 in the multi-core test. As can be seen, the SoC is coupled with 6 GB of RAM and the device is loaded with Android 10 OS. The Bluetooth SIG listing mentions the name of the device as “POCO X3 NFC” and it only confirms the support for Bluetooth 5.1 on the device.

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POCO X3 specifications (Rumored)

Rumors have it that the POCO X3 is equipped with a 6.67-inch display that supports Full HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 240Hz touch latency. It will come with a massive battery of 5,160mAh capacity that will support 33W fast charging.

The punch-hole cutout on the display will house a 20-megapixel front camera. The rear side of the phone will feature a Sony IMX686 64-megapixel quad-camera system. Lastly, it has a side-facing fingerprint reader

UP NEXT: POCO X3 camera samples released; 64MP sensor confirmed

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POCO has been teasing the launch of its next smartphone for a while now. This alleged handset has already received multiple certifications so it was certain its official announcement was near. With Qualcomm unveiling the Snapdragon 732G, POCO also shares September 7 as the launch date of its new smartphone – POCO X3 NFC.

The POCO X3 NFC was in news for the last few days with mysterious phone moniker. Then, the brand’s global spokesperson Angus Kai Ho Ng officially confirmed its branding by sharing a camera sample, a picture of the smartphone’s front, a render of the handset’s rear, and charging comparison sheet between Galaxy A71.

Apart from the official teasers, a leak revealed the device’s primary specs and more renders last week. It spilt almost everything about it including then unannounced Qualcomm Snapdragon732G chipset, 6.67-inch 120Hz display with 240Hz touch sampling rate, 64MP quad-camera setup, 20MP front camera, 5,160mAh battery, and 33W fast charging.

Only things that are unknown about this upcoming smartphone are its rear camera setup, type of display, and price. As per a deleted tweet by the brand’s executive who was responsible for the above teasers, it may sport an AMOLED panel.

Anyway, we will know everything about the POCO X2 NFC when it will launch on September 7 at 20:00 GMT+8 via the brand’s official YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook page.

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The POCO X3 is an upcoming smartphone from the latest Xiaomi sub-brand. The phone will be its first smartphone this year which is not a rebadge of a Redmi phone.

The POCO X3 will have four rear cameras arranged together in a quite unusual camera housing. The global spokesman for the brand, Angus Kai Ho Ng, has shared sample photos taken by the phone and also confirmed in the tweet that the POCO X3 has a 64MP sensor.

Testing out the camera set-up with the latest #POCOX3
It's really more than just a normal 64MP
Lots of cool awesome features to share very soon!

Both photos were taken by POCO X3 #POCOisBack #POCOX3 NFC pic.twitter.com/eBCLe8WZ4d

— Angus Kai Ho Ng (@anguskhng) August 27, 2020

According to him, the two photos were taken by the phone, yes, including the one that shows someone holding the POCO X3 itself.

Other than showing off what the phone is capable of with respect to camera performance, the first image also confirms the POCO X3 has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. If you zoom in to the side of the phone, you can see the indentation on the side where the power button will usually be.

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A leak from yesterday revealed the device has a 120Hz refresh rate and a 240Hz touch response rate. Seeing as it has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, it is most likely an LCD panel. The leak also revealed the display has a centered punch hole.

It has also been reported that the POCO X3 will have a 20MP selfie camera, a 5160mAh battery, support for 33W fast charging, and will be powered by a yet-to-be-announced Snapdragon 732 processor. The device is also expected to be announced on September 8.

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The POCO X3 is an upcoming smartphone that is scheduled to launch soon. The name of the device was confirmed in a tweet earlier today by Angus Kai Ho NG, the product marketing manager and global spokesperson for POCO Global. Now a leak has revealed the key specs, render, and launch date for the smartphone.

#POCOX3 NFC Camera design speculations

Which one do you think it is?
Or maybe show me what you think the camera set up looks like!

Closest guess will be gifted 1 #POCOX3 sponsored by @POCOGlobal #POCOisback pic.twitter.com/buFsL6VGxa

— Angus Kai Ho Ng (@anguskhng) August 26, 2020

The source of the leak is the forum site, MIUITurkiye, but the page seems to have been pulled down. Nevertheless, the young leaker, Ishan Agarwal (@ishanagarwal24) has tweeted some of the details.

According to the tweet, the POCO X3 will have a 6.67-inch 120Hz display. It is an LCD panel with a centered punch hole for the front-facing camera. The display will also have a 240Hz touch response rate.

Powering the phone is a yet-to-be-announced Snapdragon 732 processor. News of the chipset first surfaced a few weeks ago and it is touted as an upgraded version of the Snapdragon 730G. The processor will draw power from a 5160mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.

Poco X3 Official Looking Renders and Specs have been leaked!

-September 8 launch
-Snapdragon 732
-6.67" 120hz Display, 240Hz Touch Latency
-5160 mAH Battery
-33W Fast Charging
-64MP Main Quad Camera
-20MP Front Camera

Thoughts?#POCO #POCOX3

Source: https://t.co/0RWgdd11Zf pic.twitter.com/acb0vMEYwW

— Ishan Agarwal (@ishanagarwal24) August 26, 2020

The back of the phone is home to quad rear cameras arranged in a very unusually-shaped camera housing. We believe the renders are legit seeing as they are similar to those posted by POCO’s marketing manager in his tweet above. As you can see, he asks fans to choose which design they think is that of the phone and the person with the closest design will get to win a free POCO X3 phone. Seeing as the phone’s renders have now leaked, it remains to be seen if the competition will go on or be canceled. The leak says the primary rear camera is a 64MP sensor but doesn’t mention the other three sensors. For the selfie camera, the phone is said to have a 20MP sensor.

The POCO X3 is shown in two colorways – Blue and Dark Gray. It has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner that doubles as the power button and is positioned on the right side of the phone. The image also shows the left side of the device is where the SIM tray. There is a speaker grille above the display and at the bottom too. It also looks like there is an audio jack on the other side of the USB port.

The leak says the POCO X3 will be announced on September 8 which is about two weeks from now.

What do you think about the design of the POCO X3? At least this time around it is not a rebadged phone.

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