Building on its renowned smartphone lineup, POCO Global recently announced its brand new entry-level smartphone, POCO M3 in the Middle East.
Sporting a 48MP triple camera setup, 6,000 mAh battery, a beautiful FHD+ smartphone display, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset, POCO M3 is the next device for young entertainment-on-the-move enthusiasts.
| Battery & Charging | 6,000mAh (typ) battery 18W fast charge In-box |
| Display | 6.53″ FHD+ Dot Drop display Contrast ratio: 1500:1 Brightness: 400 nits (typ) Color temperature adjustment Sunlight mode, standard mode, reading mode 2.0 TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification L1 Widevine certified |
| Colors | Cool Blue, POCO Yellow, Power Black |
| Dimensions & Weight | 162.3mm x 77.3mm x 9.6mm, 198g |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 Qualcomm Kryo 260, Octa-core CPU, up to 2.0GHz Qualcomm Adreno 610 GPU 3rd gen Qualcomm AI Engine |
| Storage | LPDDR4X RAM + UFS 2.1/2.2 storage 4GB+64GB, 4GB+128GB UFS 2.2 is only available on 4GB+128GB variant） |
| Rear Camera | 48MP main camera 1/2″ sensor size 1.6μm 4-in-1 Super Pixel, 0.8μm pixel size f/1.79, 6P lens, AF 2MP macro camera 1.75μm pixel size, f/2.4, FF 2MP depth sensor 1.75μm pixel size, f/2.4 Night mode, Movie frame, Time-lapse, 120fps slow motion video |
| Front Camera | 8MP front camera 1.12μm pixel size, f/2.05 |
| Connectivity | Dual SIM slots + 1 microSD expandable storage up to 512GB 2.4GHz/5GHz WIFI Bluetooth 5.0 IR Blaster FM radio (with headphones) |
| Security | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor AI Face Unlock |
| Audio | Dual speakers Hi-Res Audio certified 3.5mm headphone jack |
| System | MIUI 12 for POCO, based on Android 10 |
POCO Brand Independence
With this launch, POCO Global is ushering into a new era as an independent brand. This significant milestone was enabled by the overwhelming support of its global fan base, which helped the brand accomplish several notable achievements since its first POCO F1 device debuted in 2018.
Display
The POCO M3 sports a 6.53” FHD+ Dot Drop display with 2340×1080 high resolution, along with an impressive 1,500:1 contrast ratio and 19.5:9 aspect ratio for a edge-to-edge viewing experience.
Its Corning Gorilla Glass 3 front screen offers ample protection against drops and scratches, while its anti-fingerprint textured back cover provides a secure grip and superior light-weight feel.
POCO M3 is equipped with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor that enables a minimalistic front screen design. The POCO M3 is also easy on the eyes as it’s TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certified, meaning users can watch hours of content with minimal eye strain.
Boasting a dual speaker system with dust blaster, POCO M3 provides superior sound with powerful bass for an immersive indoor entertainment experience.
Battery life
Equipped with the largest battery capacity in its class, POCO M3 guarantees even the most avid gamers will be fully powered to browse, connect, and stream throughout the day with its mighty 6,000mAh high charge cycle battery.
The phone is expected to last over 5 days under light usage, and slightly below 3 days under moderate usage. It takes roughly 1.5 days for the battery to be fully drained under heavy usage. Meanwhile, POCO M3 packs a punch with its specially-designed battery, built to withstand high temperatures and nearly 2.5 years of usage without notable degradation, ensuring a long-lasting experience.
In addition to its durability, POCO M3 provides a faster and more consistent charging speed for users on the go with its MIUI ultra battery saving mode and 18W fast charge. The device comes with a 22.5W in-box charger and supports reverse wired charging, offering enhanced convenience.
48MP triple camera set-up
POCO M3 flaunts an attractively priced 48MP triple camera, supported by a 2MP macro camera and 2MP depth sensor. Meanwhile, your selfie game is sure to stay strong thanks to the device’s 8MP selfie camera.
Performance
Featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 processor, POCO M3 delivers a brilliant experience never seen before in this price tier. With Qualcomm Adreno 610 GPU, you’ll get a smooth gaming and video experience – and the opportunity to store high-quality photos at half the size.
POCO M3’s 11nm processor delivers higher performance, less heat production and lower power consumption, making it a must-have device in its category.
The MIUI Game Booster allows you to track CPU and GPU usage in real time, while the voice changer brings a little spice to your gaming experience. You can also cast your screen onto an external monitor, making sure your friends can join in on the fun.
Design
At less than 200g, POCO M3 delivers a stylish design that won’t weigh one down. The device comes in Cool Blue, POCO Yellow, and Power Black, and in a material that ensures a great grip.
The redesigned side-mounted fingerprint scanner is easily accessible allowing you to unlock your phone in a jiffy, and includes a smaller groove and rounded corners to minimize sharp edges. POCO M3 also offers 20% more battery life with its 6,000 mAh battery weighing less than competitors.
The 4GB+64GB variant will have an early bird offer starting December 25th for one week exclusively on noon, where Poco M3 will be bundled with the new Mi true wireless Earbuds Basic S. The 4GB+128GB variant will be available at a later date.
