Poco launched the X6 Pro in January 2024 at Rs 23,999 for 8 GB and 256 GB, and it quickly became the performance benchmark for its price. It was the first phone in India with the Dimensity 8300 Ultra and among the first to ship with Xiaomi's HyperOS instead of MIUI. The design mixes a flat frame with a large camera bar and, on the yellow model, vegan leather.
Performance is the main draw. The Dimensity 8300 Ultra comfortably outpaces the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 in the Note 13 Pro and Poco X6, running demanding games at high settings with stable frame rates. The 6.67-inch 1.5K AMOLED is bright and smooth. Its 64 MP main camera with OIS is dependable, if not exciting. A 5,000 mAh battery with 67 W charging gives good endurance.
Rivals included the Realme 12 Pro, the iQOO Neo 7, the OnePlus Nord CE 3 and the Redmi Note 13 Pro. The Realme offered a telephoto lens and the Nord CE 3 cleaner software, but nothing near the price matched the X6 Pro's raw speed. Camera-focused buyers should weigh the Realme first.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 23,999 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | January 2024 |
| Segment | Mid-range |
| Display | 6.67-inch, AMOLED, 120Hz, 1220 x 2712 |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra |
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB / 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 64 MP main + 8 MP ultrawide + 2 MP macro |
| Front camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 67W wired |
| Software at launch | Android 14, HyperOS |
| 5G | Yes |
| Water/dust rating | IP54 |
| Colours | Racing Grey, Spectre Black, Poco Yellow |
What we like
- Class-leading performance for the price
- Sharp 1.5K AMOLED display
- Early HyperOS on Android 14
- 256 GB base storage
What could be better
- Average camera beyond the main sensor
- Runs warm under sustained load
- Only IP54 protection
Who should buy it
Gamers and power users who want flagship-level speed at a mid-range price.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (January 2024). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.