The POCO M6 5G is quite identical to this gadget, with the exception of design variations. Furthermore, the availability of the two smartphones varies: the Redmi 13C 5G is only available on Amazon, whilst the POCO M6 is accessible in India through Flipkart.
Putting away its similarities, the POCO M6 5G stands out as an appealing smartphone alternative. It provides excellent performance and battery life. Although the camera quality and watching experience may not be exceptional, given the price range, one cannot expect much better.
POCO M6 5G Specs
| POCO M6 5G | |
|---|---|
| Brand | POCO |
| Dimensions | 168 x 78 x 8.1 mm (6.61 x 3.07 x 0.32 in) |
| Screen Size | 6.74 inches |
| Display Type | IPS LCD, 90Hz, 450 nits (typ), 600 nits (HBM) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 |
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Memory | 128GB | 256GB |
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB | 8GB |
| Rear Camera | Single: 50 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), PDAF
0.08 MP (auxiliary lens) |
| Front Camera | 5 MP |
| Battery | 18W wired |
Design and display
If you like a dual-tone design, the POCO M6 5G might be interesting to you more than the Redmi 13C 5G. Following the POCO tradition, this smartphone has a rectangular frame in black that houses two camera rings and an LED flash. This frame also has designed letters for AI CAM, 50MP, and POCO.
I received the Orion Blue model of the phone for review, which has a gradient finish that shimmers when light hits it. However, the phone's surface attracts fingerprints and smudges quickly. Furthermore, it lacks an IP certification, so keep it away from water and dust. The POCO M6's smooth sides make it simple to hold, and its plastic construction allows for comfortable long-term use without hurting the wrist. Furthermore, the device weighs only 195 grams.
The POCO M6 5G has a 6.74-inch LCD display with HD+ quality, a refresh rate of 90Hz, a U-shaped notch for the front camera, and prominent bezels. While the display provides a mediocre experience, it stands up nicely for the price. The colors are well-balanced, and the brightness levels are sufficient for good outdoor sight.
A single mono-firing speaker enhances the multimedia experience, providing adequate volume levels but lacking in clarity. The handset includes a dependable side-mounted fingerprint scanner for further security.
Processor
The POCO M6 5G, like its predecessor the Redmi 13C, is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC. It comes with up to 8GB of RAM, an extra 8GB of virtual RAM, and 256GB of user-expandable storage. Running on Android 13-based MIUI 14 out of the box, the tablet offers good performance for its pricing.
While the device performs brilliantly in ordinary operations, the inclusion of bloatware and pre-installed apps may have a little influence on the user experience. Nonetheless, it appears to be acceptable for a variety of activities, including surfing, social media use, texting, and modest gaming, but with certain limits.
The POCO M6 5G has a regular 5,000mAh battery and supports 18W rapid charging. However, it comes with a 10W charger in the package, which results in charging periods of more than two hours for a complete 0-100 percent charge. To speed up the process, customers are encouraged to use a suitable 18W adapter that can finish the charging cycle in 90 minutes.
When fully charged, the POCO M6 5G is projected to provide a day's worth of use before requiring recharge. The gadget achieved a great score of 9 hours and 35 minutes on the PC Mark battery test, confirming its ability to provide consistent battery performance.
Camera
The photography setup of the POCO M6 5G comprises a 50MP AI primary sensor coupled with a 2MP depth sensor and a 5MP selfie camera. In daylight conditions, the captured shots appear passable, albeit lacking in detail and sharpness, with colors appearing overly saturated. In indoor and low-light environments, noticeable noise is present, mitigated only to a certain extent by night mode, albeit at the cost of stability. Selfies also suffer from a lack of clarity, with skin tones often appearing inaccurate. In summary, the POCO M6's photography performance is average, meeting expectations for an entry-level smartphone.
Sample Images
Verdict
In the end, while the POCO M6 5G is a good value for money, it is not a clear recommendation. The base edition with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage costs Rs 10,499, but the POCO M6 Pro, which provides equal RAM and storage specifications, costs only Rs 500 more. The M6 Pro improves the viewing experience, performance, selfie capabilities, and charging rates with its included 22.5W charger, despite the fact that the smartphone supports 18W charging. Furthermore, the M6 Pro has an IP53 splash-resistant certification.
Furthermore, the POCO M6 has fierce competition from the iTel P55, which has similar performance but higher AnTuTu and Geekbench ratings. However, the iTel gadget lacks the POCO's distinguishing dual-tone finish. As a result, if you value the aesthetics of the dual-tone design and are on a tight budget, the POCO M6 is worth considering. As part of an introductory deal, the device is presently available for as little as Rs 9,499 to ICICI debit and credit card customers.
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