Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro

The handset weighs 195g and measures 160.8 x 75.2 x 8.3 mm (6.33 x 2.96 x 0.33 in). It features a 6.67-inch AMOLED Display with a 1220 x 2712 pixels resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a Corning Gorilla Glass 7i screen protector.The POCO phone runs on Android 15, HyperOS 2 and is powered by Mediatek Dimensity 8400 Ultra (4 nm), integrated with an Octa-core (1×3.25 GHz Cortex-A725 & 3×3.0 GHz Cortex-A725 & 4×2.1 GHz Cortex-A725) CPU and Mali-G615 MC2 GPU. Notably, X7 Pro does not support expandable memory, with the internal memory (256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM) deemed sufficient for apps and content storage.Capture high-quality pictures and 4K videos with a decent camera setup comprising a dual 50MP+8MP primary camera. Video content creators will significantly benefit from the OIS and gyro-EIS features that improve image quality. The 20MP selfie camera is equally impressive and robust, able to shoot 1080p videos.POCO X7 Pro is a 5G network-enabled smartphone that provides fast download/ upload of large files. Even without Wi-Fi, uploading videos and downloading video games is pretty convenient. Besides Wi-Fi 6 and 5G connectivity, the device comes installed with NFC, an Infrared port for IR blasts, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, USB Type-C 2.0, and OTG for fast data-wired transfer.Powered by a 6000mAh battery, the Xiaomi POCO X7 Pro provides at least 1.5 days of use before recharging. The massive 6,000mAh battery can be recharged with 90W wired, charging 0-100% in 42 minutes.

Detailed Product Description

Body Design and Build

The mid-range phone is as impressive as it is suitable regarding actual performance.DesignThe front is all-screen with a small punch-hole for the 20 MP camera. The earpiece also acts as a stereo speaker.The back panel has a two-tone finish that transitions from polished to matte. There’s also a special Iron Man Edition with an Iron Man helmet design.MaterialThe front is flat Gorilla Glass 7i, while the frame and back are matte-finished plastic/silicone polymer back (eco-leather). This combination provides a secure and comfortable grip.DimensionsIt measures 160.8 x 75.2 x 8.3 mm and weighs 195 grams.Water and Dust ResistanceThe phone is IP68/IP69-rated for dust and water resistance (IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)), with some markets getting an IP69 rating for pressured water jet resistance.Camera HousingThe camera housing is elliptical, with small plastic rings around each camera. The camera setup includes a 50 MP primary camera and an 8 MP ultrawide camera.Fingerprint ScannerIt has an optical in-display fingerprint scanner that works nearly flawlessly.SpeakersThere are two speakers, one at the top acting as the earpiece and another at the bottom near the USB-C port.Overall, the POCO X7 Pro’s design is functional and aesthetically pleasing, focusing on durability and user comfort.

POCO X7 Pro Immersive Display

It features a stunning display. The 6.67-inch CrystalRes AMOLED leaves nothing to chance when it comes to an immersive viewing experience. Boating 1220 x 2712 pixels (1.5K resolution), 446 pixels per inch (ppi), you will love the color saturation and quality of still pictures and videos. The adaptive1-120 Refresh Rate, with AdaptiveSync technology, ensures synchronization when the phone is idle and in active mode gaming or watching a video.Other impressive specs that distinguish the display include:

• Touch Sampling Rate: 480Hz, with an instant touch sampling rate of 2560Hz in Game Turbo mode
• Brightness: 700 nits (typical), 1400 nits (HBM brightness), and 3200 nits (peak brightness)
• Color Depth: 12-bit
• Contrast Ratio: 5,000,000:1
• Color Gamut: DCI-P3
• Screen Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 7i
• Additional Features: Supports Dolby Vision, sunlight mode, reading mode, cycle mode, HDR10+, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, and Flicker Free Certification

Overall, the Poco X7 display is designed to provide a vivid and immersive viewing experience, making it great for gaming, watching videos, and everyday use.

Camera Set up

The POCO X7 Pro’s camera setup is moderate for such a hyped mid-range device. The 20MP selfie camera is okay but disappointing because it is limited to 1080p video recording capabilities.The primary camera records 4K videos and has OIS for Image Stabilization. However, camera capabilities are limited (the camera set-up only has wide and ultra-wide lenses). Moreover, the lack of zoom capabilities, telephoto, and other specs that optimize the photography and videography experience makes it necessary to seek other smartphones with these features.Overall, the 50 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95″, 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS primary camera + 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0″, 1.12µm provide decent enough performance for average users.

Performance

OS

The device runs on Xiaomi HyperOS 2, based on Android 15. This is Android’s latest OS, offering a range of new, user-friendly features that enhance the user experience.Xiaomi’s HyperOS 2.0 implements the Android 15 OS. This customized software skin by Xiaomi brings several unique features and improvements to enhance user experience. These include:

HyperCore

• Performance Optimization: Reduces CPU idle time by 19% and lowers memory latency.
• Dynamic Memory and Storage 2.0: Reduces app launch delays by up to 54.9% on smartphones.
• Enhanced Graphics: Improves graphics performance and reduces frame drops by over 13%.

HyperConnect

• Cross-Device Connectivity: Enables real-time interactions and data transfer across the Xiaomi ecosystem.
• HomeScreen+: Allows seamless transfer of apps and data between Xiaomi phones and tablets.
• Dual-Camera Streaming: Lets Xiaomi tablets and phones share their cameras simultaneously.

HyperAI

• AI-Powered Lock Screens: Displays movie-poster-style visuals and adapts to user preferences.
• AI Anti-Fraud Protection: Identifies scam calls and detects face-swapped videos.
• Real-Time AI-generated Content: Animates static wallpapers and offers AI Art functions.

AI Tools

• AI Communication Tools: Real-time translation and transcription for seamless cross-language interactions.
• AI Search and Assistance: Circle to search, real-time transcribe, and AI translate.
• AI for Organization: Speaker recognition, summarization, and AI proofreading.
• AI Creativity and Visual Tools: Image expansion, AI erase pro, and AI movie creation

Thus, once you power on your POCO X7 Pro and explore its immense range of features and apps, you are assured of the best user experience.

Chipset

The device is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra (4 nm) chipset. Robust, reliable, efficient, and capable of handling demands on a 5G handset inclined towards intensive usage, this chip is up to the task. Integrated with:

• CPU: Octa-core (1×3.25 GHz Cortex-A725 & 3×3.0 GHz Cortex-A725 & 4×2.1 GHz Cortex-A725)
• GPU: Mali-G720 MC7;

The chipset performs well when put to task regarding gaming and multi-tasking across multiple open apps.The MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra (4nm) key highlights as an able chipset for high-performance mid-range smartphones include:

Build for Performance

• All Big Core Design: It features an all-big-core CPU design (8 high-performance cores), providing superior multi-core performance.
• High Clock Speed: The chipset has a maximum frequency of 3.25 GHz and a base frequency of 2.1 GHz.
• Benchmark Scores: It scores 1,590,202 on AnTuTu and 6,238 on the Geekbench 6 multi-core test, showcasing its strong performance.

Graphics

• Mali-G720 MP7 GPU: The chipset includes a Mali-G720 MP7 GPU with a frequency of up to 1,300 MHz, offering excellent graphics performance.
• FP32 Floating Point Performance: It delivers 2,329.6 GFLOPS, making it suitable for demanding graphics tasks.

Memory and Storage Support

• LPDDR5X Support: It supports LPDDR5X memory with a frequency of up to 4266 MHz and a maximum bandwidth of 68.2 GB/s.
• UFS 4.0: The chipset supports UFS 4.0 storage, allowing faster data transfer speeds and improved storage performance.

Connectivity

• 5G Support: It supports 5G connectivity with up to 5.17 Gbit/s download speeds.
• Wi-Fi 6E: It includes Wi-Fi 6E for faster and more reliable wireless internet access.
• Bluetooth 5.4: It supports the latest Bluetooth version for improved wireless communication.

AI and Camera

• MediaTek NPU 880: It features an AI accelerator for enhanced AI performance.
• MediaTek Imagiq 1080 includes an advanced ISP for high-quality camera performance, supporting up to 320MP single camera and 32MP+32MP+32MP triple camera setups.
• Video Capabilities: It supports 4K video recording at 60fps and various video codecs, such as H.264, H.265, VP9, and AV1.

Storage Specs

The device comes in various variants based on its storage specifications. Take your pick based on your needs, budget, and phone. The bigger the RAM and internal storage, the better the processing capabilities and capacity to store data. Available models include

• 256GB 8GB RAM
• 256GB 12GB RAM
• 512GB 12GB RAM

Although it does not support memory expansion via MicroSD Card, the provided ROM is sufficient if well used. Besides, the UFS 4.0 ensures memory space optimization by actively reducing redundancy.

Network and Connectivity

This is a 5G-enabled smartphone with a ray of features that make it a versatile communications device. These include:

• Dual SIM Support: It supports dual SIM and dual standby (5G+5G, 5G+4G).
• Network Compatibility: It supports 5G, 4G, 3G, and 2G networks.
• 5G Bands: It covers a wide range of 5G bands, including n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n26, n28, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n77, and n78.
• 4G LTE Bands: It supports various 4G LTE bands for FDD and TDD.
• Bluetooth: It comes with Bluetooth 5.4, enabling seamless wireless connectivity.
• Wi-Fi: It supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax) for high-speed internet access.
• GPS and Navigation: It includes GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, and NavIC for accurate positioning
• NFC: It supports NFC for contactless payments and data transfer.
• Infrared port: supported, enabling connectivity with compatible devices.
• USB: Type-C 2.0, OTG

Battery and Power Management

The POCO X7 Pro has a bigger and more powerful 6,000mAh battery compared to the 5,110mAh battery on the X7 model. The 6000mAh capacity battery provides long-lasting power, advantageous for gamers and intensive users.The device supports 90W HyperCharge, charging from 0% to 100% in 42 minutes. It also supports reverse wired charging and has a power reservoir for charging other devices. This provision can come in handy if you are working away from the primary grid and your gadgets (earbuds, headphones, smartwatch, etc.) are low on power, yet you need them.Power ManagementXiaomi has set up a range of battery power optimization measures to meet the device’s power demands.

• Power Efficiency: It is equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra chipset, which offers enhanced power efficiency, making it ideal for multitasking and gaming.
• Battery Optimization: The device includes various power-saving modes and optimizations to extend battery life.