Poco C71 6.88", 128GB ROM + 4GB RAM, 4G, Dual SIM, Fingerprint, 5200mAh Battery - Gold

The Xiaomi Poco C71, launched in April 2025, is an entry-level Android phone offering a blend of essential features and a large display. It sports a sizable 6.88-inch HD+ IPS LCD screen with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and is powered by the octa-core Unisoc T7250 chipset, coupled with 4GB or 6GB of RAM. This budget-range smartphone offers very similar specs to the Redmi A5 with a 32-megapixel primary rear camera alongside an auxiliary lens and a 5200mAh battery with 15W wired charging. It also runs on Android 15 (Go Edition) with Xiaomi’s HyperOS on top and promises up to two major Android upgrades.

The Xiaomi Poco C71 stands out with a refreshed aesthetic that balances boldness and functionality. Its “Split Grid” back panel design is a notable shift from the Redmi A5, delivering a more striking and textured appearance.

The dual-tone rear, with a unique grill-like pattern on one end, gives the phone character and makes it instantly recognizable in a sea of budget smartphones.

The rear camera module remains familiar in layout but has been refined with more prominent gold accents around the lens rings, lending it a premium flair. The camera island itself is quite large and slightly raised, bordered by a polished metal rim that not only adds visual polish but also subtly echoes the design language of Apple’s vertically aligned camera setups, like the iPhone 16.

At 171.8 x 77.8 x 8.3 mm and 193 grams, the C71 manages to maintain a light-in-hand feel, thanks to its use of a glass front and plastic frame/rear. The metallic finish on the back panel does a commendable job of resisting fingerprints and smudges — a practical touch for daily users. Meanwhile, the curved edges contribute to a comfortable grip, making the large device easier to handle.

Up front, you’re greeted with a 6.88-inch display with thin bezels, maximizing screen real estate. A waterdrop notch houses the front camera — a design that’s dated but still functional in this price range.

In terms of ergonomics and build, Poco made smart choices. The inclusion of a top-firing speaker instead of the more common bottom-firing setup helps reduce muffling when the Xiaomi phone is resting on a surface.