Xiaomi POCO X2 specs

The Xiaomi POCO X2 specs confirm it’s a rebranded Redmi K30, but offered at an aggressive price. It’s good you know the phone isn’t the direct successor of the POCO F1 rather a device to sensitize the POCO fans of what’s coming; great phones offered at an unbeatable price.

Xiaomi POCO X2 revolves around a 6.67-inch IPS LCD with dual-hole for the selfie camera. It runs the Game-centric SD 730 SoC paired with up to 8GB RAM. The rear camera has Quad arrangement while the fingerprint scanner comes off the frame. The device will draw power from a 4500mAh battery with fast charge support, and outside the box, you get the latest Android operating system.

Xiaomi POCO X2 specs highlights

• 6.67-inch Reality Flow display
• 120Hz refresh rate
• Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection
• P2i water repellent coating
• SD 730 SoC
• 8GB 256GB memory
• Liquid cool technology
• Quad 64MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP rear camera
• 20MP + 2MP front camera
• 4500mAh battery
• MIUI 11 on top Android 10
• Xiaomi POCO X2 price: $225

Xiaomi POCO X2 specs

The Xiaomi POCO X2 isn’t just a powerhouse, it’s a beauty as well. It has a 3D glass back, crafted from a Gorilla 5 for maximum durability. Also at the back is a quad-camera arrangement with the POCO logo boldly written down the panel. The device has all the edges curved for a firm grip while the fingerprint scanner is side-mounted.

There is no notch this time as POCO makes use of a punch hole for the two selfie snappers to give room for a tall display rounded by a thin bezel.

Display

One of the Xiaomi POCO X2 specs that impressed the most is the display. It’s not just smooth, but also smart, it can reduce to 60Hz when an app or game isn’t supporting the 120Hz refresh rate. The display also supports HDR, and coupled with the Adreno 618 GPU will deliver the best visuals.

Meanwhile, the display is a 6.67-inch LCD with a 1080 x 2400p resolution. It’s a 20:9 aspect ratio panel with 386PPI density and can reach 500nits brightness. To cap it all, there’s a Corning Gorilla Glass 5 for maximum protection against scratch and mild falls, while the P2i repellent coating keeps you safe from splash.

Performance

The SD 730 SoC has been tested and trusted. It delivers peak performance, while the SD 730G running inside the POCO X2 gives you the best gaming experience together with the game turbo. The SoC is on an 8nm process, meaning it is robust and efficient and coupled with the 8GB RAM will deliver unimaginable multitasking performance.

Outside the box, the device will run the latest Android 10 on top MIUI 11. The phone comes with all the features of Android 10 and that of MIUI 11 to give you the best mobile experience without exceeding your budget for a smartphone.

Camera

Another of the Xiaomi POCO X2 specs that lived up to expectation. The device will deliver exquisite shots by combining the Quad lens. Unfortunately, it lacks any form of stabilization, but that might be because of the price. However, you will still get a detailed closeup shot, better dynamic range, and wide-angle shots.

You do this with the primary 64MP Sony IMX 686 senor, which is paired with 8MP ultrawide, 2MP macro, and 2MP depth sensor. The front camera is a dual 20MP + 2MP snapper, fitted with beauty enchantment for beautiful shots.

Battery

A massive screen comes with great demand for power, but there’s enough to keep you going through the day. And even when you need a refill, you do that under 68 minutes with the efficient 27W fast charge.

Meanwhile, the device has a 4500mAh battery and supports fast charge via USB-C port. According to POCO, the fast charge gets you a fully charged battery in 1 hour 8 minutes, that’s a record time for a 27W charger.

Security

The POCO X2 keeps the side-mounted identification scanner. It’s fast, safe, secure, and can be reached easily. You combine the scanner with other forms of securities like pattern, face unlock, and Pin.

Xiaomi POCO X2 price and availability

Xiaomi POCO X2 price starts at $225 for the 6GB 64GB base version, while the premium variant sets you back $280. The device will be available through Flipkart starting from 11 February, and there’s a discount when you order using ICICI debit/credit card.