The Two Best Gaming Smartphones of 2024 with High Quality and Affordable Prices Have Arrived
The much-anticipated POCO X6 and POCO X6 Pro have finally arrived, boasting impressive specifications that surpass their predecessors. These two devices are strong candidates for the gaming smartphone throne this year, as they are set to rival other devices under the 400 euro price point.
Dimensions and Weight
The POCO X6 measures 161.15mm x 74.24mm x 7.98mm and weighs 181g, while the POCO X6 Pro measures 160.45mm x 74.34mm x 8.25mm and weighs 186g (plastic) or 190g (vegan leather).
Display
Both devices feature a 6.67-inch display with a high refresh rate of 120Hz and a peak brightness of 1800 nits (HBM of 1200 nits). The POCO X6 has an AMOLED panel, while the POCO X6 Pro has an OLED panel, both of which are compatible with Dolby Vision.
Processor
The POCO X6 is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen2 processor, while the POCO X6 Pro features a MediaTek Dimensity 8300Ultra processor. The latter is a high-performance SoC that rivals the latest offerings from Qualcomm, providing better sustained performance than the 7s Gen2.
Memory and Storage
The POCO X6 comes with 8+256GB memory, while the POCO X6 Pro features LPDDR5X UFS4.0 memory, the fastest on the market. Both devices offer a maximum configuration of 12+512GB, providing a high-performance experience that sets them apart from other gaming smartphones in the same price range.
Camera
The main camera on both devices is a 64-megapixel sensor with OIS, accompanied by a 13-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens and a 2-megapixel macro lens. The front camera is a 16-megapixel sensor, located in the central perforation of the panel.
Battery and Charging
The POCO X6 has a 5100mAh battery that supports 67W fast charging (charger included), while the POCO X6 Pro has a 5000mAh battery that also supports 67W fast charging (charger included).
Operating System
Both devices run on HyperOS, based on Android.
Connectivity
The devices support 5G sub-6GHz, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.2, and WiFi AC.
Other Features
The devices have an IP54 rating for protection against splashes, a fingerprint scanner located under the display, and infrared.
Price
The POCO X6 is available in two configurations: 8+256GB for 299 euros and 12+256GB for 329 euros (Early Bird price of 289 euros available through Mi.com/es and Amazon Pc Components until January 17). The POCO X6 Pro is available in two configurations: 8+256GB for 349 euros and 12+512GB for 419 euros (Early Bird price of 379 euros available through Mi.com/es and Amazon Pc Components until January 17).