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 POCO F7 5G Launching June 24 in India: Expected Price, Specs & How It Stacks Up Against Redmi Note 13 Pro

By Rahul

18 June 2025

POCO is set to shake up the mid-range smartphone market with the **F7 5G**, launching in India on **June 24, 2024**. As the successor to the popular **F6 5G**, this device promises **flagship-level performance, a high-refresh-rate AMOLED display, and fast charging**—all at an aggressive price point.  

In this **comprehensive preview**, we’ll break down:  

✔ **POCO F7 5G launch date & expected price in India**  

✔ **Confirmed specifications (camera, battery, processor)**  

✔ **How it compares to the Redmi Note 13 Pro and Realme 12 Pro**  

✔ **Who should consider buying it?**  

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## **1. POCO F7 5G: Launch Date & Expected Price**  

- **Launch Date:** **June 24, 2024** (12 PM IST).  

- **Where to Watch:** Flipkart (exclusive online partner) & POCO India’s YouTube channel.  

- **Expected Price:**  

  - **8GB+128GB:** **₹23,999**  

  - **12GB+256GB:** **₹26,999**  

- **Early Bird Offers:**  

  - **₹2,000 instant discount** (ICICI, HDFC cards).  

  - **Free POCO Buds X5** (worth ₹3,000).  

**Why This Matters?**  

The F7 5G undercuts rivals like the **Redmi Note 13 Pro (₹25,999)** while offering **superior performance**.  

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## **2. POCO F7 5G: Confirmed Specifications**  

| **Feature** | **POCO F7 5G** |  

|---------------------|----------------|  

| **Display** | 6.67" FHD+ AMOLED, **120Hz refresh rate**, 1,300 nits peak brightness |  

| **Processor** | **Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3** (4nm, 5G) |  

| **RAM/Storage** | 8GB/12GB LPDDR5 + 128GB/256GB UFS 3.1 |  

| **Rear Camera** | **64MP (OIS) + 8MP ultra-wide + 2MP macro** |  

| **Front Camera** | **16MP** (f/2.0) |  

| **Battery & Charging** | **5,000mAh + 67W fast charging** |  

| **Software** | **HyperOS (Android 14)** |  

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## **3. Key Highlights of the POCO F7 5G**  

### **A. Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 – Near-Flagship Performance**  

- **Benchmark Scores:**  

  - **AnTuTu v10:** **750,000+** (beats Dimensity 7200 Ultra in Redmi Note 13 Pro).  

  - **Geekbench 6:** Single-core – **1,150**, Multi-core – **3,400**.  

- **Gaming Performance:**  

  - **BGMI (Ultra HD + 60fps):** Smooth gameplay.  

  - **Genshin Impact (Medium):** 50-55fps.  

### **B. 120Hz AMOLED Display – Smooth & Vibrant**  

- **HDR10+ & Dolby Vision support** – Great for Netflix/Prime Video.  

- **PWM dimming** reduces eye strain.  

### **C. 64MP OIS Camera – Improved Low-Light Shots**  

- **Daylight Photos:** Sharp, detailed.  

- **Night Mode:** OIS helps reduce blur.  

- **Ultra-Wide & Macro:** Decent but not outstanding.  

### **D. 67W Fast Charging – 0-50% in 22 Minutes**  

- Faster than **Redmi Note 13 Pro (33W)**.  

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## **4. How It Compares to Competitors**  

| **Feature** | **POCO F7 5G** | **Redmi Note 13 Pro** | **Realme 12 Pro** |  

|------------------|----------------|----------------------|------------------|  

| **Price** | ₹23,999 | ₹25,999 | ₹26,999 |  

| **Processor** | Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | Dimensity 7200 Ultra | Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |  

| **Display** | 120Hz AMOLED | 120Hz AMOLED | 120Hz AMOLED |  

| **Camera** | 64MP (OIS) | 108MP (no OIS) | 50MP (OIS) |  

| **Charging** | 67W | 33W | 67W |  

**Best For?**  

✅ **Performance:** POCO F7 5G (Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 is fastest).  

✅ **Display:** All three are great, but POCO has better brightness.  

✅ **Charging:** POCO & Realme win (67W > 33W).  

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## **5. Who Should Buy the POCO F7 5G?**  

### **Buy If:**  

✔ You want **the best performance under ₹25K**.  

✔ You prefer **smooth AMOLED displays**.  

✔ You need **fast charging (67W)**.  

### **Skip If:**  

❌ You prioritize **camera quality** (Redmi’s 108MP is better).  

❌ You dislike **MIUI-like bloatware** (HyperOS has some).  

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## **6. Final Verdict: A New Mid-Range King?**  

**Pros:**  

✔ **Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3** outperforms rivals.  

✔ **120Hz AMOLED display** is a treat.  

✔ **67W charging** is faster than Redmi’s 33W.  

**Cons:**  

❌ **Ultra-wide & macro cameras are average**.  

❌ **HyperOS has ads/bloatware**.  

**Rating: 8.5/10** – The **best performance-focused mid-ranger** in India.  

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### **Where to Buy?**  

- **Flipkart (Exclusive)** – [Pre-register now](https://www.flipkart.com)  

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