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Arabian Post
28-04-2025
- Arabian Post
POCO F7 Series Brings Ultimate Flagship Power to the UAE
Unveiling its latest flagship devices at a grand event in Singapore, POCO made a strong statement with the launch of the POCO F7 Ultra and POCO F7 Pro, positioning itself more firmly within the premium smartphone segment. The UAE market, where young, tech-savvy consumers are increasingly demanding top-tier performance without exorbitant pricing, is poised to become a key battleground for these new devices. POCO's move underscores a growing trend of democratizing access to cutting-edge technology, a strategy that is becoming increasingly relevant as smartphone users expect more value for every dirham spent. POCO's strategic introduction of the Ultra variant for the first time signals a bold shift. With the POCO F7 Ultra, the brand aims not just to compete, but to redefine expectations within the flagship tier. Equipped with Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, the device promises a significant leap forward in processing power, energy efficiency, and gaming capability. Paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, the Ultra variant is engineered to handle intense multitasking, high-resolution gaming, and demanding productivity tasks with minimal lag or overheating. LiquidCool 4.0 technology further ensures that thermal throttling becomes an issue of the past, making it a particularly attractive option for hardcore gamers and professionals alike. Meanwhile, the POCO F7 Pro, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+, presents a compelling proposition for users who seek flagship-like performance at a slightly lower price point. MediaTek's flagship chip offers strong AI enhancements, better thermal efficiency, and solid gaming capabilities, proving that the gap between Qualcomm and MediaTek at the top end is narrowing rapidly. It is a shrewd move by POCO to diversify its chipset offerings, thus appealing to a broader consumer base who may prioritize certain features differently, whether it be pure performance, battery life, or device longevity. The design philosophy underpinning both devices reflects a deeper understanding of evolving user habits. With their 6.78-inch AMOLED displays boasting adaptive 144Hz refresh rates, both the Ultra and Pro models cater to users who consume large amounts of visual content daily. The F7 Ultra's 2K resolution panel, HDR10+ support, and peak brightness exceeding 2000 nits suggest a device that competes directly with much more expensive flagships from Samsung and Apple. By contrast, the F7 Pro's Full HD+ display, though slightly less pixel-dense, still promises a vivid and immersive experience for the everyday user. This strategic differentiation in display quality allows POCO to neatly segment its audience without alienating budget-conscious buyers. The camera systems of the F7 Series further emphasize POCO's ambition to compete at the highest levels. The POCO F7 Ultra's 200MP OIS main sensor is designed to deliver extraordinary levels of detail and low-light performance, aligning it closely with some of the best camera phones available today. Its 50MP ultra-wide and 64MP periscope telephoto lenses ensure that versatility is not sacrificed, whether shooting expansive landscapes or detailed close-ups from a distance. The F7 Pro, though less extravagantly specced with its 108MP main sensor, still offers strong photographic performance with AI-driven enhancements ensuring crisp, vivid images across a range of scenarios. Battery life and charging speeds have also been intelligently addressed, recognizing that in the Gulf region—where extreme heat can test device durability—users need reliable, fast-charging batteries. The POCO F7 Ultra's 5500mAh battery with 120W HyperCharge, reaching full charge in under 20 minutes, sets a new benchmark for convenience. The F7 Pro's 5100mAh battery with 90W fast charging is only slightly behind, offering an excellent balance between longevity and quick turnaround times. Both devices also offer wireless and reverse wireless charging, features typically reserved for more expensive models, further enhancing their value proposition. The software experience remains critical for consumer satisfaction, and POCO has equipped the F7 Series with MIUI for POCO based on Android 14. This customized UI has been refined for smoother operation, reduced bloatware, and improved privacy controls. Important flagship staples like Dolby Atmos-certified stereo speakers, in-display fingerprint sensors, advanced haptics, and comprehensive connectivity options including Wi-Fi 7 and 5G are standard, ensuring that these devices are future-proofed for at least the next couple of years. For the UAE's growing community of mobile gamers, the POCO F7 Ultra and F7 Pro offer particular appeal. Their hardware is complemented by Game Turbo 6.0 software, which optimizes system resources in real-time, minimizes frame drops, and ensures consistent thermal management during extended gaming sessions. With gaming quickly evolving into a mainstream entertainment choice among the region's youth, POCO's heavy investment into gaming-specific enhancements looks likely to pay dividends. Perhaps the most striking aspect of the F7 Series is the aggressive pricing. In a market where flagship smartphones from traditional players now routinely exceed the 4000 AED mark, the POCO F7 Ultra's starting price of 2669 AED feels almost disruptive. Meanwhile, the POCO F7 Pro, at 1969 AED, offers remarkable access to premium features without breaking the bank. Such pricing strategies could significantly pressure more established brands, forcing them to reconsider their value offerings or risk losing the crucial mid-premium customer segment. It is also worth noting that the UAE smartphone market is becoming increasingly competitive, with Chinese brands like Xiaomi, OPPO, and vivo already gaining substantial traction. POCO's ability to carve out a distinct identity—one that blends affordability with genuine flagship capabilities—will be vital to its success. The F7 Series, with its clear emphasis on top-level specifications, cutting-edge technology, and user-centric features, appears well-calibrated to meet the needs of a highly discerning audience that demands maximum performance at a rational price.
Hindustan Times
25-04-2025
- Hindustan Times
POCO F7 may launch in late May, likely to be rebranded Redmi Turbo 4 Pro: Here's what to expect
Xiaomi is gearing up to release the POCO F7, following the recent launch of the POCO F7 Ultra and POCO F7 Pro. According to tipster Yogesh Brar, the POCO F7 could debut by the end of May, with India likely to be one of the initial markets. The POCO F7 Ultra may launch alongside it. A global release could follow, based on another report. The POCO F7 is rumoured to be a rebranded version of the yet-to-be-released Redmi Turbo 4 Pro. Additionally, the POCO F7 has already surfaced on the BIS certification website under the model number 25053PC47I. While the full details are not officially confirmed, leaked specifications of the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro have provided some insight into what the POCO F7 could offer. 14% OFF 7% OFF 17% OFF Also read: iPhone 17e is already in planning for 2026 launch- Here's what Apple may do Not sure which mobile to buy? POCO F7 Specifications and Features (Expected) The POCO F7 is expected to feature a 6.83-inch OLED display with a 1.5K resolution, similar to the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro. The device is likely to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset to ensure a solid performance. The smartphone could also include a larger 7,550mAh battery with 90W fast charging, a significant upgrade from the POCO F6's 5,000mAh battery. Also read: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge launch date, pre-order, sale, and more tipped- Details For photography, the POCO F7 may offer a dual rear camera setup, with a 50MP main sensor featuring Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) and an 8MP ultra-wide lens. It is also expected to feature a 32MP camera on the front for selfies and video calling. Also read: Oppo A5 5G with 50MP camera, 360 degree armour body launched in India: Check price, features and more The device is also likely to include an in-display fingerprint scanner, an IR blaster. The device may also offer IP68/IP69 ratings for water and dust resistance. The device will come with a metal mid-frame, and physical dimensions may be around 163.1 x 77.93 x 7.98 mm, with an estimated weight of 219 grams. First Published Date: 25 Apr, 09:05 IST
Forbes
27-03-2025
- Forbes
Xiaomi's $650 POCO F7 Ultra Runs ‘Genshin Impact' Better Than The $1300 S25 Ultra
POCO F7 Ultra Xiaomi has announced a new phone under its POCO sub-branding, and while it brings the above-average displays and camera performance relative to its $650 price tag, the biggest news may be that the phone introduces a new silicon self-developed by Xiaomi named the VisionBoost D7. The chip, manufactured on 12nm process, works along the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC to help the new phone handle heavy graphical processing. From my testing, the game Genshin Impact, which is one of the most popular and graphically intensive mobile games around, can run on the new POCO F7 Ultra at an average framerate of 105, while Samsung's much more expensive S25 Ultra ($1,300) can only run the game at 60fps (frames-per-second). Even the iPhone 16 Pro Max, whose Apple-developed chip is considered the most powerful silicon in phones, only ran the game at around 100fps. This means POCO's $650 phone technically is more capable at running intensive graphics better than Apple's and Samsung's highest tier devices costing twice as much. But that's technically speaking. The reality is, though, I personally couldn't quite see much difference between the 60fps running on the Samsung phone and the 105-ish fps on the POCO phone. Both game ran smoothly to my eyes, as 60fps is more than smooth enough. However, I am not a competitive gamer, and people who belong in that camp may be able to differentiate between a game running at 60fps and 110fps. Genshin Impact running on the POCO F7 Ultra at framerates that hovers over 100fps consistently, averaging to around 105fps. Still, Xiaomi's new chip being able to produce more power is noteworthy, considering the relatively affordable price of the POCO F7 Ultra. Elsewhere, the POCO F7 Ultra features a strong 50-megapixel tele-macro camera, meaning it has both 60mm telephoto focal length and the ability to produce macro photography with a close minimum focus distance of around 7cm. I was able to grab the below images with the POCO F7 Ultra during testing. Shots snapped by the POCO F7 Ultra's telemacro lens Shots snapped by the POCO F7 Ultra's telemacro lens Shots snapped by the POCO F7 Ultra's telemacro lens As you can see, the tele-macro camera produces excellent photos. As a normal phone, the 5,300 mAh battery is large enough for all day of normal use, and the 6.7-inch OLED display features WQHD resolution with refresh rate that can go up to 120Hz. So this is yet another phone with performance that punches far above its price tag. But ultimately, what sets it apart is the new silicon from Xiaomi.
