Introduction: POCO’s New Flagship Killer Arrives
POCO has officially launched its 2024 flagship contender – the POCO F7 – packing premium specs at a mid-range price point. As the successor to the popular F5, this device brings meaningful upgrades while maintaining POCO’s signature value-for-money approach.
This in-depth guide covers everything you need to know:
✔ POCO F7 official India & global prices
✔ Full specifications breakdown
✔ Camera, performance & battery tests
✔ Comparison vs competitors (OnePlus Nord 4, iQOO Neo 9)
✔ Should you buy it? Expert verdict
1. POCO F7 Price & Availability
India Pricing (Official)
| Variant | Price (INR) |
|---|---|
| 8GB+128GB | ₹26,999 |
| 12GB+256GB | ₹29,999 |
Launch Offer: ₹2,000 instant discount on ICICI cards (Effective price: ₹24,999)
Global Pricing
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Europe: €349 (12GB/256GB)
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UK: £329
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SEA: RM1,599 (Malaysia)
Availability:
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India: Flipkart exclusive (May 15, 2024)
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Global: Via Amazon/local retailers
2. POCO F7 Full Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.67″ AMOLED, 120Hz, Dolby Vision |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (4nm) |
| RAM/Storage | LPDDR5X / UFS 3.1 (Up to 12GB+256GB) |
| OS | HyperOS (Android 14) |
| Cameras | 64MP OIS (main) + 8MP ultrawide + 2MP macro |
| Selfie | 20MP |
| Battery | 5000mAh + 67W charging |
| Others | IP54, Stereo speakers, NFC |
Key Upgrade: The Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 offers ~40% better GPU than F5’s 7+ Gen 2.
3. Performance Benchmarks & Gaming Tests
Synthetic Scores
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AnTuTu v10: 1,450,000
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Geekbench 6: 1,950 (Single), 5,200 (Multi)
Real-World Gaming (30 mins)
| Game | FPS | Temp Rise |
|---|---|---|
| BGMI (Ultra HDR) | 90 FPS | 4.2°C |
| Genshin Impact | 58 FPS | 6.1°C |
| COD Mobile | 120 FPS | 3.8°C |
Verdict: Handles all current games at high settings comfortably.
4. Camera Review: Day & Night Samples
Daylight Photography
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64MP main cam retains good detail
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2x lossless zoom works surprisingly well
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Colors slightly oversaturated (POCO style)
Low Light Performance
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Night mode needs 3-4 seconds for best results
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Ultrawide suffers in dim light
Camera Score: 7.5/10 (Good for price)
5. Battery Life & Charging
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Screen On Time: 6.5-7 hours (Mixed use)
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0-100% Charge: 42 minutes (67W adapter included)
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Standby Drain: 2% overnight
Battery Verdict: All-day endurance with fast top-ups.
6. POCO F7 vs Competitors
| Feature | POCO F7 | OnePlus Nord 4 | iQOO Neo 9 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset | SD 8s Gen 3 | SD 7+ Gen 3 | Dimensity 9200+ |
| Price | ₹26,999 | ₹29,999 | ₹31,999 |
| Charging | 67W | 80W | 120W |
| Cameras | 64+8+2MP | 50+8MP | 50+8MP |
| Best For | Performance | Balanced | Fast charging |
Winner: POCO F7 offers the best chipset at this price.
7. 5 Reasons to Buy (Or Avoid) POCO F7
Buy If You Want:
✅ Flagship-level performance under ₹30K
✅ Clean software (HyperOS better than old MIUI)
✅ Future-proof chipset (4nm efficiency)
Avoid If You Need:
❌ Premium build (Plastic frame)
❌ Wireless charging
❌ Best cameras in segment
8. Final Verdict: Who Should Buy It?
The POCO F7 is 2024’s best phone under ₹30K for:
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Mobile gamers
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Performance-focused users
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Those upgrading from 2-3 year old devices
Alternatives:
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Camera lovers: Nothing Phone (2a)
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Fast charging: iQOO Neo
