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Introduction
The Poco F7 Pro emerges as the latest model in a successful line, improving upon its predecessors while maintaining a user-friendly price point. This iteration promises a robust chipset, a high-quality display, and an impressive battery life, yet opts for a simpler camera setup, reflecting a strategy that appeals to many consumers.
Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset—Qualcomm’s flagship offering from the previous year—the F7 Pro remains competitive in performance. While the F7 Ultra boasts the newest Snapdragon technology, the Pro variant offers sufficient power for most users, ensuring longevity and reliable performance.
Featuring a sizable 6.67-inch OLED display, the F7 Pro’s QHD resolution is strikingly vivid, continuing a trend set by earlier models in the series. The device also boasts a substantial 6,000mAh battery, marking a noteworthy 20% improvement from its predecessor—an enhancement that users will undoubtedly appreciate.
In terms of photography, the F7 Pro retains a minimalistic approach, catering to those who prioritize other aspects of the device. It includes a solid 50MP primary camera paired with an 8MP ultrawide lens, along with a slightly upgraded 20MP front camera, providing adequate capabilities for everyday use.
Additionally, there are subtle yet significant updates in this generation. Notably, the F7 Pro features enhanced dust and water resistance with an IP68 rating, allowing for submersion in water for brief periods. Another improvement is the transition from an optical to an ultrasonic under-display fingerprint sensor, an upgrade that many users may find beneficial.
Xiaomi Poco F7 Pro specifications summary:
Body: 160.3×75.0x8.1mm, 206g; Gorilla Glass 7i front and glass back; aluminum frame; IP68 rated for dust and water resistance (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 mins).
Display: 6.67″ OLED with 68 billion colors, 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, peak brightness of 3200 nits, 1440x3200px resolution, and a 20:9 aspect ratio with 526ppi.
Chipset: Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm); octa-core configuration with Adreno 750 GPU.
Memory: Options include 256GB with 12GB RAM and 512GB with 12GB RAM; utilizes UFS 4.0 storage technology.
OS/Software: Runs on Android 15 with HyperOS 2.
Rear Camera: 50 MP wide (f/1.6, 24mm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS) and 8 MP ultrawide.
Front Camera: 20 MP (wide).
Video Capture: Rear camera supports 8K@24fps and various 4K and Full HD resolutions; Front camera captures 1080p@30/60fps.
Battery: 6000mAh with 90W wired charging.
Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and infrared port.
Miscellaneous: Features an ultrasonic under-display fingerprint reader and stereo speakers.
It is notable that the Poco F7 Pro is essentially a rebranded Redmi K80, which is available in China, albeit with minor variations, including a slightly larger battery of 6,550mAh in the latter.
Xiaomi Poco F7 Pro • Xiaomi Redmi K80
Poco F7 Pro unboxing
The Poco F7 Pro comes packaged in the brand’s signature black and yellow box, which users may find familiar. Depending on the regional market, accessories may vary, with the inclusion of a 90W power adapter not guaranteed for all buyers, particularly in the EU.
Regardless of whether an adapter is included, customers can expect a USB-A-to-C cable for data transfer or compatibility with older chargers.
A soft protective case in graphite is also part of the package. While it isn’t a luxury item, it provides practical protection for the device.
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