POCO X Series: A Mid-Range Game Changer

POCO X Series: Mid-Range Mainstay | Full English Details & Specs

Brand: POCO (sub-brand of Xiaomi Inc.)

Category: Mid-range smartphones focused on balanced performance, vibrant displays, and competitive pricing for global markets

Core Value: Flagship-like features (high-refresh screens, efficient chips, large batteries) at accessible mid-range prices, targeting young users and global market penetration

Launch Timeline (Key Generations):

Series	Launch Date (Global)	Core Models
POCO X2	February 4, 2020	X2
POCO X3/X3 NFC	September 7, 2020	X3, X3 NFC
POCO X3 Pro	March 22, 2021	X3 Pro
POCO X4 GT	May 24, 2022	X4 GT
POCO X5/X5 Pro	March 16, 2023	X5 5G, X5 Pro 5G
POCO X6/X6 Pro	January 2025	X6, X6 Pro
POCO X7/X7 Pro	November 2025	X7, X7 Pro

Core Model Specifications (Highlighted Generations)

1. POCO X3 NFC (2020: Mid-Range Benchmark)

Positioning: Set the standard for POCO’s mid-range value with a 120Hz display and massive battery.
Display: 6.67-inch IPS LCD, FHD+ (2400×1080), 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling, 450 nits peak, Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G (8nm), Octa-core (2×2.3GHz Cortex-A76+6×1.8GHz Cortex-A55), Adreno 618 GPU.
RAM/Storage: 6GB/8GB LPDDR4X; 64GB/128GB UFS 2.1 (expandable via microSD).
Cameras:
- Rear: 64MP Samsung GW1 (f/1.89)+13MP ultra-wide (119° FOV)+2MP macro+2MP depth.
- Front: 20MP punch-hole (f/2.2).
Battery/Charging: 5160mAh, 33W fast charge (QC 3.0).
Body: 165.3×76.8×9.4mm, 215g, plastic back/frame, side fingerprint, IP53 dust/water resistance.
Connectivity: 5G (X3 Pro variant), 4G LTE, Wi‑Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, IR blaster, USB‑C.
Launch Price (Global): ~€249 (6GB+64GB).

2. POCO X4 GT (2022: Performance Boost)

Positioning: Mid-range gaming-focused variant with a flagship-grade chip.
Display: 6.67-inch IPS LCD, FHD+ (2460×1080), 144Hz refresh rate, 480Hz touch sampling, 600 nits peak.
SoC: MediaTek Dimensity 8100 (5nm), Octa-core (4×2.85GHz Cortex-A78+4×2.0GHz Cortex-A55), Mali-G610 MC6 GPU.
RAM/Storage: 8GB/12GB LPDDR5; 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1.
Cameras:
- Rear: 64MP Samsung GW1P (f/1.89)+8MP ultra-wide (120° FOV)+2MP macro.
- Front: 16MP punch-hole (f/2.45).
Battery/Charging: 5080mAh, 67W fast charge.
Body: 163.6×75.3×8.9mm, 205g, plastic back/frame, side fingerprint, IP53.
Connectivity: 5G NR, Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, IR blaster, USB‑C.
Launch Price (Global): ~€349 (8GB+128GB).

3. POCO X5 Pro 5G (2023: Display & Design Upgrade)

Positioning: Premium mid-range with AMOLED display and sleek design.
Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED, FHD+ (2400×1080), 120Hz refresh rate, 1000 nits peak, Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ (6nm), Octa-core (4×2.5GHz Cortex-A78+4×1.9GHz Cortex-A55), Adreno 642L GPU.
RAM/Storage: 6GB/8GB LPDDR4X; 128GB/256GB UFS 2.2 (expandable via microSD).
Cameras:
- Rear: 108MP Samsung HM6 (f/1.75)+8MP ultra-wide+2MP macro.
- Front: 32MP punch-hole (f/2.45).
Battery/Charging: 5000mAh, 67W fast charge.
Body: 163.1×76.2×8.2mm, 189g, glass back, plastic frame, side fingerprint.
Connectivity: 5G NR, Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, USB‑C.
Launch Price (Global): ~€399 (8GB+128GB).

4. POCO X7 (2025: Flagship Mid-Range)

Positioning: Top-tier mid-range with IP68, 1.5K display, and OIS camera.
Display: 6.67-inch CrystalRes 1.5K AMOLED curved screen, 120Hz, 1800 nits peak, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.
SoC: MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Ultra (4nm), Octa-core (up to 2.5GHz), Mali-G615 MC2.
RAM/Storage: 8GB/12GB LPDDR4X; 256GB/512GB UFS 2.2.
Cameras:
- Rear: 50MP Sony IMX882 (f/1.5, OIS)+8MP ultra-wide+2MP macro.
- Front: 20MP punch-hole (f/2.2).
Battery/Charging: 5110mAh, 67W fast charge.
Body: 162.3×75.4×8.1mm, 195g, glass back, metal frame, IP68 dust/water resistance.
Connectivity: 5G NR (5G+5G dual SIM), Wi‑Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, IR blaster, X-axis linear motor.
Launch Price (Global): ~€449 (8GB+256GB).

Series Evolution Highlights

Display: IPS LCD (X2/X3) → AMOLED (X5 Pro onwards); 120Hz → 144Hz (X4 GT); 1.5K resolution (X7/X7 Pro) with peak brightness up to 1800 nits.
Performance: Snapdragon 700-series (X2/X3) → Dimensity 8100 (X4 GT) → Dimensity 7300-Ultra (X7); 4nm process for efficiencyPOCO.
Battery & Charging: 5000mAh+ capacity (X3: 5160mAh; X7: 5110mAh); 33W → 67W fast charge, balancing capacity and speedPOCO.
Cameras: 64MP main sensors (X3) → 50MP OIS (X7); OIS added for low-light stability and video quality.
Design & Durability: Plastic bodies (X2/X3) → glass back (X5 Pro/X7); IP53 → IP68 (X7) for better protection.

Series Significance

The POCO X series solidified POCO’s position in the global mid-range market by delivering flagship-level features (high-refresh displays, powerful chips, large batteries) at aggressive prices. It targets value-conscious users seeking reliable performance, long battery life, and modern design without flagship costs, becoming POCO’s most popular lineup globally.