Poco has a history of offering products in different price ranges, with the X-series catering to flagship features, the M-series targeting mainstream users, and the C-series focusing on providing value for money. The Poco C61 is the newest addition to the C-series, boasting a refreshed design and a good blend of software and hardware, all starting at Rs 6,999. Let’s take a closer look at how it compares to its rivals.
In terms of design, the Poco C61 stands out with its new Radiant Ring design, available in three colours: Diamond Dust Black, Ethereal Blue, and Mystical Green. The back panel features a glass finish with a distinctive circular camera module housing the camera setup. The phone exudes a mid-premium feel and is comfortable to hold, being 8.3mm thick and weighing 193 grams.
On the front, the phone sports a large screen with uniform bezels and a punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera. The 6.71-inch HD+ LCD display offers a 90Hz refresh rate, 1650 x 720 pixels resolution, 500nits peak brightness, and an 89.5% screen-to-body ratio, providing an enjoyable viewing experience on the go.
Powering the Poco C61 is the MediaTek Helio G36 processor, designed for entry-level gaming smartphones, along with 6GB of RAM and 6GB of virtual memory (up to 12GB) and up to 128GB of storage, expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card slot. The device’s performance appears satisfactory for everyday tasks, thanks to the smooth scrolling and app-switching capabilities.
Running on Android 14, the Poco C61 offers a decent software experience, though a detailed review will shed more light on its capabilities. The phone features a dual rear camera setup with an 8-megapixel primary sensor, an unspecified secondary camera, and a 5-megapixel front camera. While the camera specs may not be groundbreaking, the device includes features like AI portrait mode and film filters to enhance the photography experience.
Additionally, the Poco C61 comes equipped with a 5,000mAh battery supporting 10W charging, ensuring decent battery life. Connectivity options include a 3.5mm audio jack, single speaker, Bluetooth, GPS, Type-C port, among others.
To ascertain the Poco C61’s competitiveness against rivals like Lava O2 and Infinix Smart 8 Plus, further exploration is required. Stay tuned for a detailed examination of Poco’s new budget offering to see if it can hold its own in the market.
