M6 Pro in Black, Front + Back view

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POCO

M6 Pro

Phone2024Released
  • 6.7-inch AMOLED
  • Helio G99-Ultra TSMC 6nm manufacturing process CPU: Octa-core processor 2 x Arm Cortex-A76, up to 2.
  • 179 g
  • 5000 mAh

Available colors

Selected: Black

Physical specifications

6.7"

Display size

179 g

Weight

161.1 mm

Height

75.0 mm

Width

8.0 mm

Thickness

19.5:9

Aspect ratio

Release and pricing

Released
January 11, 2024

Display

Display size
6.7"
Display technology
AMOLED
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Peak brightness
1000 nits

Performance

Chipset
Helio G99-Ultra TSMC 6nm manufacturing process CPU: Octa-core processor 2 x Arm Cortex-A76, up to 2.
RAM
8 GB, 12 GB
Storage
256 GB, 512 GB
Expandable storage
Yes

Battery & charging

Typical capacity
5000 mAh
Wired charging
67 W

Cameras

Rear cameras
Ultra Wide · 64 MP · f/1.79 · OIS
Front cameras
Selfie · 16 MP · f/2.45

Connectivity

Cellular
LTE, 3G, 2G
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.2
NFC
Yes

Sizometry Analysis

Overall Score

7.0

out of 10

A genuinely solid budget device with a bright, sharp AMOLED display, a capable daylight camera, and fast 67W charging — held back by the lack of 5G connectivity, a 1080p video recording ceiling, and dated software at launch.

Category scores

Camera

6.5

A capable 64MP main camera with OIS delivers good daylight results, though low-light quality and the 1080p video cap are real limitations.

Battery and charging

7.5

5000mAh with fast 67W charging delivers dependable full-day battery life with quick recovery.

Performance

6.0

Helio G99 Ultra handles daily tasks adequately but lacks 5G and caps video recording, unusual compromises for a 2024 device.

Handling and portability

7.5

179g and a comfortable frame make this an easy phone to hold and use one-handed.

Build quality

7.0

Gorilla Glass 5 front and IP54 resistance give solid build quality with a well-equipped feature set.

Value

7.5

A bright display, capable camera, and fast charging deliver strong value at a genuinely budget price.

Strengths

  • Unusually bright, sharp 6.67-inch AMOLED display for the price
  • Capable 64MP main camera with OIS for daylight photography
  • Fast 67W charging with charger included in the box
  • Well-equipped feature set including IR blaster, FM radio, and headphone jack

Weaknesses

  • No 5G connectivity, unusual for a 2024-era device
  • Video recording capped at 1080p
  • MIUI 14 on Android 13 at launch with noticeable ads
  • Relatively poor low-light camera performance

Best for

  • Budget-conscious buyers wanting a bright AMOLED display
  • Shoppers valuing fast charging and a well-rounded feature set
  • Buyers prioritizing daylight photo quality
  • Anyone comfortable without 5G for daily use

Less suitable for

  • Buyers who need 5G connectivity
  • Anyone wanting to record video above 1080p
  • Photography enthusiasts prioritizing low-light performance
  • Buyers wanting the latest Android version and HyperOS at launch

Upgrade recommendation

  • Current device: Older budget phone owners

    Recommendation: Strongly recommended

    Notes: A genuine display and camera improvement without stepping up to mid-range pricing.

  • Current device: 5G-dependent or video-recording-focused buyers

    Recommendation: Probably unnecessary

    Notes: The Helio G99 Ultra chipset caps both 5G connectivity and video resolution.

  • Current device: Latest-software-focused shoppers

    Recommendation: Depends on priorities

    Notes: MIUI 14 on Android 13 ships at launch with a promised but delayed HyperOS upgrade path.

Everyday usability

Estimated from device dimensions and weight.

  • One-handed use

    Manageable

    One-handed use is workable, with some stretch for top-of-screen reach.

  • Pocket friendliness

    Good

    Generally pocket-friendly for everyday carry.

  • Carry comfort

    Balanced

    Weight sits in a balanced range for everyday holding and carrying.

  • Reading and media

    More comfortable for reading and media than compact phones.

  • Gaming

    Limited

    Its hardware is intended more for everyday tasks than demanding games.

Bottom line

The POCO M6 Pro is a genuinely solid budget device that delivers an unusually bright AMOLED display, a capable daylight camera, and fast charging at a price well below mid-range territory. The lack of 5G connectivity and the 1080p video recording ceiling are real, unusual compromises for a 2024-era phone, but for buyers focused on everyday use rather than cutting-edge connectivity or video capabilities, this remains a strong value pick.

Models and configurations

Storage
256 GB512 GB
Connectivity
LTE3G2G
Colors
BlackBluePurple
RAM
8 GB12 GB

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