Because i bought it around $99 at Carousell reseller. At that price this device is unbeatable, not considering second hand flagships. Excellent HRR screen, Samsung's OLED display at that too, G99 Ultra being way more efficient and stable than regular G99, decent-ish cameras (GCam mod AGC saved this camera by a long shot), and 67w fast charging. What more could i ask for? Btw this is my backup phone. Z flip 3 5G being my main all around device. Also also, can you review Redmi Buds 5? (not Pro)
I got myself one recently. After using my Huawei p20 for almost 7 years. I am actually shocked ,like, how can this phone cost only 200 eur!? Camera pretty much just does the job. All the other stuff is on point! I do play pubg once in a while,and watch a lot of tv shows on my phone,it has been great!
To anyone who's planning to get this phone, be VERY certain that you're NOT sensitive to PWM. Even though poco is advertising a 1920 Hz PWM flicker rate, there is also an additional separate flicker of 119hz according to notebookcheck and they assume this to be due to black frame insertion as a means of reducing both motion blur and the risk of burn in.
This year is insane for phone upgrades, I got Red Magic 9 Pro (great hw, bad sf) coming from Mi 10T Pro which is still like day 1 in every aspect. In october SD 8 gen4 is coming and by all accounts it's a step up. But this year already, midrange is just bonkers for price / performance ratio!
Thanks for sharing but yes I feel the same! Not in terms of chip (still mostly around the performance of Helio G99) but in other aspects? It’s just crazy I really want to try the RedMagic’s out though!
@@namedkenn Yup, chip is a bit dated no doubt but for average user (no video editing for work etc) it's more then enough for a daily driver, such a well rounded phone! Hope you enjoy it ^^ Thank you for reply and have a wonderful day
To be completely honest, I don't know if the ads system is a thing because I've been using POCO (and Xiaomi by extension) for years at this point and I've never been bothered by a single ads when using it, nothing suddenly popped up or things like that, but maybe like I showed in the video some notifications from GetApps, Themes, but just turn them off and we good
ads are only in cleaner ,built in video player ,nothing else .just downloaded a cracked video player with no ads and just close cleaner after cleaning .you don't have to watch ads lol
@@Mortalpill yeah agreed it's more like you don't need these apps too much in the first place, and like the video player you can just download VLC and forget the built in one for good, something like that
I have been using poco f1 for 300$ since launch which is 6 years already and it still works fine even with a lot of fall damage and heavy usage including gaming. I only changed the battery this year since battery deteriorates. I’m thinking if my phone ever breaks, i’m going for this. Honestly pocophone is really good value with extemely cheap price
Really great to see the first POCO still kickin’ in 2024, and yes 6 years is already a super long time for a battery so changing is very normal I hope your phone won’t break soon, but we have great options when you want to shop a new one!
@@L_Pope stopped receiving update 2 years ago. So far i havent noticed anything security concerning or system slowing down. No reason to change to a new phone really.
Key Kenneth, what would you pick. Soundpeats engine 4 currently for $27or minipro hs for $28. I saw your review of engine 4 as best earbuds under 60 and here i can get it for $27 but you didn't mention aboyt hs pro mini
To be completely honest with you I've never got the chance to try out the Mini Pro HS so I couldn't say how it is, but what I can say from experience is earbuds with ANC is almost always inferior in sound quality to those without (since they have to spend some money on it you know) So if you need ANC go for Mini Pro HS, and if you want the best SQ then go for Engine4
@@namedkenn Thank you for your reply. I recently ordered one and got the 256gb variant for only $138. Hopefully HyperOS is more stable than MIUI in the longrun🤞
@@Hnz_000 HyperOS is basically an Improve version of MIUI. My Poco X5 Pro Got smoother and optimized when I updated to HyperOS. Like when I turn on the phone and use it right away, MIUI lags my Poco a bit. With HyperOS it has less lag. Overall it's basically the same except HyperOS is expected to be smoother as updates goes by. Effectively making it the new MIUI at least that's what I understood.
nothing wrong with USB type A, it depends on your needs for me i need it to connect my phone to my desktop PC which doesn't have type C ports, you can just buy a new cable for your laptop and you're good to go
Hey man that would be perfect! Thing is I found using the Infinix more for my son because it’s got kids mode first of all (you can set time limit and apps that you allow), and secondly there’s extra dim which is not on the POCO/Xiaomi phones I think the basic Note40 4G would do you just fine, more about it here ua-cam.com/video/w6ySCua6jkI/v-deo.htmlsi=aBKDKqox5Wl2U7ZT
Very nice review, but unfortunately there's so less to see about the camera features and qualities, especially the video capability. Can you do make a video review of this phone's Camera features and tests? thanks
Well to be honest the cameras here are nothing to write home about (it's downright bad imo) so that's why it's not a focus of the review But in the phones I'm reviewing next (Infinix Note40 Pro+ and POCO X6 Pro) I'll definitely get to that!
When i've first saw this phone and its unbeatable price (the 8gb ver) i was very surprised having it mind the 120hz amoled screen which is a blessing. Everything nice until i saw which processor does it uses and it was an instant regret. With a Helio like that you won't take advantage of those 120hz by ANY chance at all... Although is a 10 for daily use.
Do you recommend buying this phone under $200 or is there any rumors about other phones releasing with the same price and performs better to the Poco M6 Pro?
@@namedkenn Yeah that's alright thanks for the info haha. Good timing on my way to purchase the Poco M6 Pro. I'm buying it for a family member Edit: I'm buying it for $150
@@proxyhx2075 i think so cuz the download speed is a huge difference. When I use my dad's 4g phone to download something like an app it's takes forever
No but I reckon there is a version with 5G, it's always a thing in this budget range to have both 4G and 5G version to cut costs as much as possible for those countries who do not have 5G
So excited to get my ordered m6 pro later today! Finally getting the arguably best bang for the buck phone of the year. This is coming from Samsung Note, iPhone and lowend Oppo user. ;)
@@gguninstall7491 got mine already. How i wish i can share photo in comment section... This phone is beyond satisfying! So happy with the purchase and the price i pay with.. i mostly use it now even preferably than my iPhone 13 lol
@@levilevi4730 loving every minute using it. There are some downside/flaws but not that significant. Overall can ignore the cons because of its price point, so worth every $ spent. So here are the honest downsides I experienced/comments that can be improved: 1. During video calls, performance can strike down a bit, u will feel micro stutters and a bit of lag, but only during video call when the video reception is ongoing. Once you turned off the camera and video even if the call still ongoing, its fine. I just dont know if its really like that or my "battery saver" was turned on. 2. The 120hz and 60hz screen option is tied with power saving options, everytime i turned on power saving, it also switches to 60hz then i have to turned it back to 120hz again in display settings. PROS: there are so much I good side about this phone so quite hard to list everything, from camera to display and snappy and smooth UI, screem quality, build quality, normal processes performance video playback sound face and fingerprint scanner signal battery life rapid charging etc all superb! 👌 Overall best 200$ on a phpne. Ive used samsung and iPhone and all other brands since S7 and iPhone 6, I don't think I'll ever need to buy a thousand $ phone again ever. 😁
@@KMPErAsweYou have to be careful as Xiaomi loves to release 4G and 5G versions of their phones across multiple variants. Like Redmi Note 13 4g/5g, and Note 13 Pro 4G/5G. 😅
3 years later from poco m3 pro and the phone has gone backwards...no 5g...3 years ...3 versions later...and they are back to 4g...unacceptable...crap phone
@@delvianandriano2113 3 generations after 3? It should be upgraded everywhere.. This one downgraded ( OK it is connectivity only.. But... You cannot do that rather m4 and m5 pro)
Bro its $200 phone. And in most city in indonesia, i dont think in the next 5 years, 5G coverage will be good enough. By that time, most people probably has upgraded their phone already.
Thanks inputnya kak! Kemarin sebenernya agak dikebut sih reviewnya, mungkin kita bisa showdown sedikit nanti di YT shorts vs Infinix haha stay tuned ya!
you all should know that one day this phone will just go black and you lose all your data due to cheap parts. happened to my poco x3 after 993 days ago so now I'm gonna buy a flagship instead
Usually, cpu and ram are soldered separately. But on x3pro, they are phisically stacked. Maybe when gaming, the cpu goes too hot and destroy the ram, but idk But from what im reading, past couple years buying xiaomi (or poco) is not worth the risk. Better get infinix or tecno instead, it's the same specs but cheaper and more durable. or go for higher like oppo/vivo instead
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Big Congrats Kenneth! you deserve more followers, Hope the family is great too! CHEERS!
Thanks so much! Wishing the best to yours as well 😁
Because i bought it around $99 at Carousell reseller. At that price this device is unbeatable, not considering second hand flagships.
Excellent HRR screen, Samsung's OLED display at that too, G99 Ultra being way more efficient and stable than regular G99, decent-ish cameras (GCam mod AGC saved this camera by a long shot), and 67w fast charging. What more could i ask for?
Btw this is my backup phone. Z flip 3 5G being my main all around device.
Also also, can you review Redmi Buds 5? (not Pro)
Haha that's crazy man, I'll see if I can get the GCam mod as well, the processing is just unbelievable in stock cam haha cheers!
Gcam works on mediatek?
@@Shazzar_ yes, Iam using gcam with my redmi note 10 5g and it definitely improved in color,quality
I got myself one recently. After using my Huawei p20 for almost 7 years. I am actually shocked ,like, how can this phone cost only 200 eur!? Camera pretty much just does the job. All the other stuff is on point! I do play pubg once in a while,and watch a lot of tv shows on my phone,it has been great!
man your pronounciation was really great, boleh tau belajar bahasa inggrisnya darimana? and nice quick review btw :)
To anyone who's planning to get this phone, be VERY certain that you're NOT sensitive to PWM. Even though poco is advertising a 1920 Hz PWM flicker rate, there is also an additional separate flicker of 119hz according to notebookcheck and they assume this to be due to black frame insertion as a means of reducing both motion blur and the risk of burn in.
what is the effect if you are sensitive to PWM
@@arrasyidamh6105 eye strain, could induce a migraine.
what is that? whats PWM?
Best review I've seen on this phone, well done Kenneth!
I must say, well done! very detail and informative info. excellent presentation and very good English. I am impressed!
This year is insane for phone upgrades, I got Red Magic 9 Pro (great hw, bad sf) coming from Mi 10T Pro which is still like day 1 in every aspect. In october SD 8 gen4 is coming and by all accounts it's a step up. But this year already, midrange is just bonkers for price / performance ratio!
Thanks for sharing but yes I feel the same! Not in terms of chip (still mostly around the performance of Helio G99) but in other aspects? It’s just crazy
I really want to try the RedMagic’s out though!
@@namedkenn Yup, chip is a bit dated no doubt but for average user (no video editing for work etc) it's more then enough for a daily driver, such a well rounded phone! Hope you enjoy it ^^ Thank you for reply and have a wonderful day
Because of the ads built in the system
To be completely honest, I don't know if the ads system is a thing because I've been using POCO (and Xiaomi by extension) for years at this point and I've never been bothered by a single ads when using it, nothing suddenly popped up or things like that, but maybe like I showed in the video some notifications from GetApps, Themes, but just turn them off and we good
The ads are not that intrusive. And 2 years back, I applied a universal ad blocker and haven't come across a single advertisement. Except UA-cam
ads are only in cleaner ,built in video player ,nothing else .just downloaded a cracked video player with no ads and just close cleaner after cleaning .you don't have to watch ads lol
@@Mortalpill yeah agreed it's more like you don't need these apps too much in the first place, and like the video player you can just download VLC and forget the built in one for good, something like that
Learn how to flash custom roms.
I have been using poco f1 for 300$ since launch which is 6 years already and it still works fine even with a lot of fall damage and heavy usage including gaming. I only changed the battery this year since battery deteriorates. I’m thinking if my phone ever breaks, i’m going for this. Honestly pocophone is really good value with extemely cheap price
Really great to see the first POCO still kickin’ in 2024, and yes 6 years is already a super long time for a battery so changing is very normal
I hope your phone won’t break soon, but we have great options when you want to shop a new one!
What about security and software updates? Still coming?
@@L_Pope stopped receiving update 2 years ago. So far i havent noticed anything security concerning or system slowing down. No reason to change to a new phone really.
Thanks man, loved your review! Keep it up!
Thanks for watching! Will definitely do my best 😁
Key Kenneth, what would you pick. Soundpeats engine 4 currently for $27or minipro hs for $28. I saw your review of engine 4 as best earbuds under 60 and here i can get it for $27 but you didn't mention aboyt hs pro mini
To be completely honest with you I've never got the chance to try out the Mini Pro HS so I couldn't say how it is, but what I can say from experience is earbuds with ANC is almost always inferior in sound quality to those without (since they have to spend some money on it you know)
So if you need ANC go for Mini Pro HS, and if you want the best SQ then go for Engine4
This, brand new phone or a refurbished Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus. Which would you get? They're both the same price, $185.
Love your reviews
I appreciate that! 😁
Best review I've seen for the phone.
What are your thoughts on the Hyper OS update? Is it stable?🤔
Yep well it's about the same MIUI we know but smoother and faster in terms of animation, I think in that regard it's a win already
@@namedkenn Thank you for your reply. I recently ordered one and got the 256gb variant for only $138. Hopefully HyperOS is more stable than MIUI in the longrun🤞
@@Hnz_000 HyperOS is basically an Improve version of MIUI.
My Poco X5 Pro Got smoother and optimized when I updated to HyperOS. Like when I turn on the phone and use it right away, MIUI lags my Poco a bit. With HyperOS it has less lag.
Overall it's basically the same except HyperOS is expected to be smoother as updates goes by. Effectively making it the new MIUI at least that's what I understood.
nothing wrong with USB type A, it depends on your needs for me i need it to connect my phone to my desktop PC which doesn't have type C ports, you can just buy a new cable for your laptop and you're good to go
Thanks for the review. I think i will go for this phone. An entry level first phone for my son. I am actually in between Infinix Note 40 and M6 Pro.
Hey man that would be perfect! Thing is I found using the Infinix more for my son because it’s got kids mode first of all (you can set time limit and apps that you allow), and secondly there’s extra dim which is not on the POCO/Xiaomi phones
I think the basic Note40 4G would do you just fine, more about it here ua-cam.com/video/w6ySCua6jkI/v-deo.htmlsi=aBKDKqox5Wl2U7ZT
@@namedkenn ooh nice..nice info. Both phones seem great to me anyway. Thanks for sharing.
Does both SIM slots connect to 4G networks simultaneously or only one at 4G the other at 3G/2G?
Watching from my M6 Pro 🧨🥇💯
NICE REVIEW SIR. CAN YOU DO A REVIEW FOR POCO X6 PRO AS WELL?
Great video bro
Appreciate it!
i heards there are a lot of issues with the pro 13 battery, it drains fast...any issues with the battery of POCO M6 Pro?
How does this compare to Tecno Pova 6 Pro?
Very nice review, but unfortunately there's so less to see about the camera features and qualities, especially the video capability. Can you do make a video review of this phone's Camera features and tests? thanks
Well to be honest the cameras here are nothing to write home about (it's downright bad imo) so that's why it's not a focus of the review
But in the phones I'm reviewing next (Infinix Note40 Pro+ and POCO X6 Pro) I'll definitely get to that!
@@namedkenn Ok, how about reviewing Infinix Note 40 instead? thanks
When i've first saw this phone and its unbeatable price (the 8gb ver) i was very surprised having it mind the 120hz amoled screen which is a blessing. Everything nice until i saw which processor does it uses and it was an instant regret. With a Helio like that you won't take advantage of those 120hz by ANY chance at all... Although is a 10 for daily use.
lol
Hi! Any recommended budget phone that can customize their lockscreen like apple? (The clock font)
Poco M5s can do that and it costs less than $200-
xiaomi and infinix can customize clock font
@@gamerx3094 i got infinix❤🔥
Do you recommend buying this phone under $200 or is there any rumors about other phones releasing with the same price and performs better to the Poco M6 Pro?
Honestly at 200 no, the specs are very good, just know the cameras are like that haha
@@namedkenn Yeah that's alright thanks for the info haha. Good timing on my way to purchase the Poco M6 Pro. I'm buying it for a family member
Edit: I'm buying it for $150
How does it compare to infinix note 40
Does it have 5g tho?
Is it really necessary? Even in budget phones I mean.. because it seems like a big ask at this price bracket.
@@proxyhx2075 i think so cuz the download speed is a huge difference. When I use my dad's 4g phone to download something like an app it's takes forever
No but I reckon there is a version with 5G, it's always a thing in this budget range to have both 4G and 5G version to cut costs as much as possible for those countries who do not have 5G
@@namedkenn yes, the 5G version of the Poco M6 Pro is the Redmi Note 13 5G
Can you review the moondrop chu 2 dsp?
We use different phone as i’m also poco m6 pro（4g），but me is 8gb ram and 256gb rom❤
Merci pour le test du m6 pro 👍👍👍
You're welcome!
ey he really review a poco phone i thought you would review first the poco f6 series haha
i didn't notice your reply on the other day about the m6 pro review haha😅
anyone here had their oppo phones suddenly got black screen?
I would suspect, expect data tracking could be a payback item for the mfg.
So excited to get my ordered m6 pro later today! Finally getting the arguably best bang for the buck phone of the year.
This is coming from Samsung Note, iPhone and lowend Oppo user. ;)
Also ordered one for myself :D
@@gguninstall7491 got mine already. How i wish i can share photo in comment section... This phone is beyond satisfying! So happy with the purchase and the price i pay with.. i mostly use it now even preferably than my iPhone 13 lol
@@melolovesmilo how was it sir? what can u say about the phone now?
@@levilevi4730 loving every minute using it. There are some downside/flaws but not that significant. Overall can ignore the cons because of its price point, so worth every $ spent.
So here are the honest downsides I experienced/comments that can be improved:
1. During video calls, performance can strike down a bit, u will feel micro stutters and a bit of lag, but only during video call when the video reception is ongoing. Once you turned off the camera and video even if the call still ongoing, its fine. I just dont know if its really like that or my "battery saver" was turned on.
2. The 120hz and 60hz screen option is tied with power saving options, everytime i turned on power saving, it also switches to 60hz then i have to turned it back to 120hz again in display settings.
PROS:
there are so much I good side about this phone so quite hard to list everything, from camera to display and snappy and smooth UI, screem quality, build quality, normal processes performance video playback sound face and fingerprint scanner signal battery life rapid charging etc all superb! 👌
Overall best 200$ on a phpne. Ive used samsung and iPhone and all other brands since S7 and iPhone 6, I don't think I'll ever need to buy a thousand $ phone again ever. 😁
Ωραία παρουσίαση! 👋😃
Appreciate that! 😁
Review more mid range gaming device like poco x6 pro
Actually I’m excited to tell you that it is coming! 😁
No pinned comment for opinion?
Can't be sent to my country :(
That's a shame, just in case may I know which country you're in right now?
@@namedkenn Colombia
Yes big yes, but can it run Crysis😅😅
Sadly no 5g network support😢
Depends on where you live, cause there is the Dimensity (5G) version as well
@@namedkenn Yes but M6 Pro processor doesnt support 5G networks.Thats what i am saying.....
@@KMPErAswe the Dimensity version does have 5G, although the Helio ones (as reviewed) doesn't
@@KMPErAsweYou have to be careful as Xiaomi loves to release 4G and 5G versions of their phones across multiple variants. Like Redmi Note 13 4g/5g, and Note 13 Pro 4G/5G. 😅
3 years later from poco m3 pro and the phone has gone backwards...no 5g...3 years ...3 versions later...and they are back to 4g...unacceptable...crap phone
all other specs of the phone has upgraded and you call it trash just because it doesnt have 5g?
@@delvianandriano2113 3 generations after 3? It should be upgraded everywhere.. This one downgraded ( OK it is connectivity only.. But... You cannot do that rather m4 and m5 pro)
@@mosaicmmosaic7699 this phone does have a 5g version tho, just like m4 pro
Haha well yes it really depends on where you live cause they actually got a 5G version 😅
Bro its $200 phone. And in most city in indonesia, i dont think in the next 5 years, 5G coverage will be good enough.
By that time, most people probably has upgraded their phone already.
Says it handles everything, skips the gaming test xD
But I did talk about it tho! 😁
mungkin bisa ngetest OISnya bang sambil jalan
Thanks inputnya kak! Kemarin sebenernya agak dikebut sih reviewnya, mungkin kita bisa showdown sedikit nanti di YT shorts vs Infinix haha stay tuned ya!
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The complete budget smartphone of 2024 no cap period
bought this phone, the wifi is really bad. poco x3 pro is much better
Interesting, I haven’t seen any difference in reception
bloatware/bootloop poco😂
you all should know that one day this phone will just go black and you lose all your data due to cheap parts. happened to my poco x3 after 993 days ago so now I'm gonna buy a flagship instead
wonder how much people had that issue
Usually, cpu and ram are soldered separately. But on x3pro, they are phisically stacked. Maybe when gaming, the cpu goes too hot and destroy the ram, but idk
But from what im reading, past couple years buying xiaomi (or poco) is not worth the risk. Better get infinix or tecno instead, it's the same specs but cheaper and more durable. or go for higher like oppo/vivo instead
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