The Poco X7 Pro , a smartphone that attacks the €300 segment head-on with arguments that go far beyond its category. Ultra-bright AMOLED display, MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra processor built for gaming, 6000 mAh battery and IP68 certification: on paper, this model seems to tick all the boxes. But does this tempting spec sheet translate into a convincing user experience in everyday life?
Priced at around €299, the Poco X7 Pro is positioned as a serious alternative to the Honor Magic 7 Lite and Redmi Note 14 Pro. Where the latter offer a host of compromises, the X7 Pro offers more clear-cut choices: only two camera sensors, but of better quality, robust battery life, and, above all, significantly superior graphics performance. This positioning is clearly aimed at demanding users in terms of gaming and endurance, without neglecting the essentials.
After several weeks of intensive use, including extended gaming sessions, photo tests in various conditions, and battery life stress tests, here's our full verdict on the highly promising Poco X7 Pro. Does it really deliver, or does it hide some unmentionable compromises?
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Design and ergonomics: Poco's assumed identity
The Poco X7 Pro isn't about discretion. Its signature yellow and black color scheme gives it a bold personality that leaves no one indifferent. This color combination, reminiscent of the gaming world, marks a clear departure from the X6 Pro and is closer to the Poco F6. For users who prefer a more understated look, black and green versions are also available.
The back adopts a distinctive texture that adds character while providing excellent grip. Unlike some competitors who rely heavily on glass, Poco has opted for a textured back combined with a plastic frame. While this choice may seem less premium at first glance, the finish remains neat and the overall build quality is reassuring.
Weighing in at 195 grams and measuring 8.3 mm thick, the Poco X7 Pro offers remarkable balance for a smartphone with a 6.67-inch display and a 6,000 mAh battery. The device feels comfortable in the hand, without the device feeling overly bulky. The physical buttons are arranged in a classic way on the right side (volume and power), ensuring intuitive ergonomics.
The camera module, perfectly aligned with just two sensors, contributes to the overall sleek aesthetic. Poco has wisely avoided the trap many competitors fall into: adding a third, completely unnecessary 2-megapixel macro sensor. This minimalist yet effective approach demonstrates a consistent focus on real-world use.
A little bonus: IP68 certification. In this price range, having complete protection against water and dust is a considerable advantage, reassuring for daily use without constraints.
An AMOLED display that surpasses its category
The Poco X7 Pro's display is undoubtedly one of its key features. This 6.67-inch AMOLED panel with Crystal Raise technology boasts a 1.5K resolution (2712 x 1220 pixels), or a pixel density of 446 pixels per inch. These features immediately place this smartphone above the rest in its price category.
Brightness is the main strength of this display. With a peak measured at 3200 nits, the X7 Pro guarantees exceptional readability in all circumstances. Whether in direct sunlight or in a dark environment, visual comfort remains optimal. This performance, less and less rare but still appreciable, truly transforms the daily user experience.
The refresh rate peaks at 120 Hz, providing the fluidity expected of a gaming smartphone. The LTPS panel oscillates between 60, 90, and 120 Hz depending on usage, without dynamic hertz-by-hertz adaptation as on more expensive LTPO screens. This operation remains consistent in this price range and does not affect the user experience.
AMOLED technology delivers its usual benefits: deep blacks, vibrant colors, and striking contrasts. Support for the DCI-P3 color space, Dolby Vision Pro, and HDR ensures faithful reproduction of multimedia content. Images are displayed with remarkable color richness, providing an immersive experience for watching movies and series.
Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection provides satisfactory resistance to everyday scratches and impacts, complemented by a factory-installed protective film. A notable effort has also been made to improve touch responsiveness, which works well even with dirty or wet fingers.
A small detail that will delight some: the screen is perfectly flat. Contrary to the current trend for curved edges, Poco maintains a classic design that facilitates the application of screen protectors and prevents accidental touches. The well-positioned under-screen fingerprint sensor offers fast and ergonomic unlocking.
As for complaints, it's impossible to find any major ones. This screen is simply excellent and far exceeds what one would normally expect from a €300 smartphone.
Performance: An affordable gaming champion
The Poco X7 Pro features the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra processor, supported by 8 or 12 GB of RAM depending on the configuration and storage space ranging from 128 to 512 GB (note: not expandable via microSD card). The graphics part is based on a Mali G720 GPU, a combination that sets the tone: this smartphone is clearly aimed at gamers.
In reality, the promises are kept. The X7 Pro performs like a top-level athlete, handling the most demanding titles on the Play Store without flinching. Genshin Impact with graphics pushed to the max, Fortnite at high settings: the smartphone maintains remarkable fluidity even after extended sessions. Gameplay clips demonstrate stable performance over time, an essential criterion for a truly satisfying gaming experience.
Benchmarks confirm these impressions with very decent scores, showing around 15% more performance than last year's X6 Pro. While not quite as high as four-digit smartphones, the X7 Pro stands out as one of the benchmarks for gaming in its price range. For a smartphone priced between €300 and €350, the performance is simply astounding.
Heat remains contained after 30 minutes of intense gaming, a testament to its controlled thermal management. The smartphone shows no signs of throttling, the frustrating slowdown that affects many devices under prolonged load.
In everyday use, the system's speed is impressive. Android 15 coupled with the HyperOS 2.0 overlay offers a fluid and responsive interface. Xiaomi has made some aesthetic refinements with enhanced animations, without revolutionizing the experience. The quick actions panel benefits from additional options, particularly for brightness and sound management.
HyperOS 2 includes its share of AI-related features that have become essential: Google Gemini, image extension, magic eraser to remove unwanted elements, assistance with video content creation, transcription and summary in the Notes app, speaker recognition in the voice recorder, automatic subtitles and translation. Interconnectivity between compatible Xiaomi devices is also part of the package.
On the less pleasing side, we find the usual pre-installed apps and a few advertisements in certain interface elements. Fortunately, these inconveniences can be largely mitigated with the right settings. Poco announces 3 years of Android updates and 4 years of security patches, a decent but not exceptional commitment.
Photo and video: the essentials mastered
Poco has opted for quality over quantity by equipping the Poco X7 Pro with just two camera sensors. This is a wise approach that avoids the pitfall of the useless 2-megapixel macro sensor that competitors are increasingly using.
The main sensor is based on an excellent 50-megapixel Sony IMX 882. With its generous f/1.5 aperture and 26mm focal length, it lets in a significant amount of light. Optical stabilization nicely rounds out the specs. In the field, this sensor delivers on its promises with shots rich in detail, decent handling of highlights and shadows, and few chromatic aberrations.
The dynamic range is well controlled, offering a satisfactory balance between dark and bright areas. Even though the sensor has fewer megapixels than the previous X6 Pro and X5 Pro, there is a qualitative improvement this year. The photos turn out excellent for everyday use. Of course, there are some inaccuracies here and there, but remember that the target audience is not the professional photographer.
Like all current 50-megapixel sensors, the Sony IMX 882 uses pixel binning to generate photos with four times the size of the photosites. This technology captures more light and avoids excessive ISO increases that generate digital noise, particularly useful for night photography. Access to the full 50 megapixels remains possible via the app's settings.
The second 8-megapixel camera uses a 15mm ultra-wide-angle focal length with an f/2.2 aperture. It's more modest and exhibits the optical flaws inherent to this type of focal length: lack of sharpness at the edges and distortion. However, it remains useful for photos of landscapes, monuments, or groups when distance is lacking. The results remain average but adequate for occasional use.
In low light, the main sensor performs honorably, even if it can sometimes struggle to focus. Night mode provides a satisfactory improvement without miracles. This is where the limits of the price positioning become apparent.
The 20-megapixel front-facing sensor (25mm focal length, f/2.2) offers decent performance, especially better than before when handling bright background lights. Remember to disable all beautification filters for a natural and faithful rendering.
On the video side, the X7 Pro stands out favorably in its category. It films in 4K at 24, 30, and 60 frames per second with excellent optical stabilization. The results are clean and usable, even when walking around. The only downside: the front sensor is limited to Full HD 1080p at 30 frames per second.
Overall, the photo and video section fulfills its mission adequately without claiming to compete with higher-end devices. For varied everyday use, the X7 Pro provides the essentials with generally pleasing quality.
Autonomy and charge: endurance guaranteed
One of the major upgrades of the Poco X7 Pro is its 6000mAh battery, compared to the 5000mAh typically seen in this category. Xiaomi has managed to significantly increase the capacity without making the device excessively heavy or compromising its slimness.
In reality, this XXL battery delivers on its promises. Automated PC Mark tests show more than 14 hours of continuous use, 2 hours better than the X6 Pro. For hardcore gamers, expect around 10 hours of intense play before looking for a power outlet. With moderate use, the smartphone easily lasts a day, or even a day and a half.
This reassuring battery life frees the user from the anxiety of an empty battery in the late afternoon. Even after prolonged gaming sessions or intensive multimedia use, the X7 Pro maintains comfortable reserves.
The HyperCharge 90W fast charge compensates for the lack of a charger in the box, which has unfortunately become the norm. With a compatible charger (purchased separately), it takes between 35 and 40 minutes to go from 0 to 100%. This is very decent performance that allows you to quickly recover battery life when needed.
Artificial intelligence also plays a role in charge management to preserve the battery's health over the long term, a significant detail for the smartphone's durability.
Connectivity and audio: modernity in its entirety
The Poco X7 Pro doesn't skimp on connectivity. 5G compatible, of course, it also features Wi-Fi 6, an NFC module for contactless payments, an infrared port for controlling your home appliances, and a USB Type-C connection.
The surprise comes from the Bluetooth 6.0 module, a technology that's still rare on the market, even among more expensive smartphones. At 300 euros, this inclusion demonstrates the premium positioning Poco intends to give its X7 Pro.
The nano SIM card tray supports 5G, while two Dolby Atmos stereo speakers handle the audio. Although the bottom speaker is slightly more powerful than the one integrated into the earpiece, the overall sound remains satisfactory. Distortion remains contained even at high volume. Whether you're listening to music in the shower or cooking, the audio system does its job flawlessly.
Poco X7 Pro vs Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus: The fratricidal duel
Compared to the Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus, which costs around €470, the Poco X7 Pro, which sells for less than €300, delivers a real coup. While the Redmi boasts a more premium finish with its aluminum frame and excels slightly in photography thanks to its 200-megapixel main sensor offering better dynamic range, the Poco wins in almost every other criterion. Its Dimensity 8400 Ultra processor easily dominates the Redmi's Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, its UFS 4.0 and LPDDR5X components are more recent (compared to the competitor's outdated UFS 2.2 and LPDDR4X), its 6000 mAh battery outperforms the rival's 5110 mAh battery, and its flat screen is more ergonomic than the Redmi's curved panel, which is prone to accidental touches. Paradoxically, while Redmi traditionally represents the best value in the Xiaomi ecosystem, it's Poco that takes up the torch this year with a more powerful, more durable, and less expensive smartphone. The Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus isn't bad, but its price positioning loses out to the X7 Pro, which simply ticks more essential boxes.
✔ Bright and very high quality AMOLED display (3200 nits, 1.5K).
✔ Excellent gaming performance for the price.
✔ Generous autonomy with 6000 mAh battery.
✔ Full IP68 certification.
✔ Efficient 90W fast charging.
✔ Convincing main camera sensor (Sony IMX 882).
✔ Bluetooth 6.0 and full connectivity.
✔ Assumed design and careful finishing.
✔ Incredible value for money.
✖ Disappointing ultra-wide-angle sensor (8 MP).
✖ No charger included in the box.
✖ Pre-installed apps and ads in HyperOS.
✖ Non-expandable storage (no micro SD slot).
✖ Front video limited to 1080p 30 fps.
✖ Plastic frame instead of metal.
Verdict: The new value for money champion?
The Poco X7 Pro achieves a remarkable feat: offering a balanced and powerful at a very aggressive price . Few concessions really hamper the experience, and the strengths accumulate. The bright and quality AMOLED screen , solid gaming performance , reassuring battery life , IP68 certification and fast charging are all arguments that amply justify the investment.
Sure, the photography isn't quite perfect, the ultra-wide-angle sensor still has room for improvement, and the Xiaomi overlay still has some unwanted apps and ads . But in this price range, can you really find anything better? The price difference with the X6 Pro is minimal, making the new model all the more relevant.
For gamers looking for a smartphone capable of running demanding titles without breaking the bank, for users wanting a quality screen and comfortable battery life , the Poco X7 Pro is a no-brainer. It is certainly positioned as one of the best alternatives of the moment between 300 and 350 euros .
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