Xiaomi Poco C71
Specifications

Secondary Camera: 8 MPix
Price comparison
Average of 2 scores (from 12 reviews)
Reviews for the Xiaomi Poco C71
Source: NDTV Gadgets

The entry-level smartphone segment isn't yet fully stocked with choices, indicating that interest in this category has only started to pick up this year. Poco's C71, at Rs. 6,499, packs everything under the sun for a basic entry-level smartphone. It's just that at an additional Rs. 1,000, you can get a 5G-ready device with better specifications and more future-proof software, given that the C71 is running a rather basic Go Edition version of Android 15. The Poco C75 5G (now from Rs. 7,699) is a solid contender, even though it was launched earlier. We haven't reviewed the C75, but we have reviewed the Redmi A4 5G (now from Rs. 7,999). which is identical in terms of hardware.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/11/2025
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 70% performance: 60% display: 60% mobility: 70% workmanship: 70%
Source: 91mobiles

The POCO C71 is currently retailing for Rs 6,499 for the 4GB+128GB variant and Rs 7,499 for the 6GB+128GB variant. Its key competitor at this price is the itel A80 (review) — a decent budget device that offers better cameras and a higher IP rating. So, if those are your priorities, the itel A80 might be the better fit. The POCO C71’s strengths lie in its large display, attractive design, and smooth performance that minimises lag and offers a fluid, engaging user experience. For budget devices, being swift and responsive is often more valuable, as it helps the phone remain usable even after future software updates. However, its camera quality and slow charging speed are trade-offs worth keeping in mind. If you’re on a strict budget and want a reliable device that performs well, stays lag-free, and looks good while doing it, the POCO C71 is hard to beat.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/12/2025
Rating: Total score: 78% performance: 80% display: 75% mobility: 79% workmanship: 82%
Source: Cashify

In the Poco C71 review, it isn’t a bad option if you want a budget smartphone. It gives a long battery life, solid build quality, and display performance. Even with its gaming and low-light imaging struggles, it’s worth its price. The phone is perfect for students and media consumers and is great for first-time smartphone users. However, if you are hardcore gamers, you might be disappointed. The lack of advanced gaming capabilities stems from the inability to utilize demanding games. Additionally, if you need 5G capabilities, you’ll have to look at other options, as this phone only has 4G. There are a few phones you can compare it with, like Redmi 12C, Realme C55, Samsung Galaxy M04, Tecno Spark 10 Pro etc. This comparison will help you to make a better buying decision.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/11/2025
Source: Mobygyaan

The POCO C71 is an entry-level budget 4G smartphone priced under ₹6,500, which makes it extremely budget-friendly. The base variant with 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, priced at ₹6,499, is much lighter on your pocket. Another variant with 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage is priced at ₹7,499. At this price, the POCO C71 has much to offer, including a large 6.88-inch 120 Hz screen with TÜV Rheinland certifications, Wet Touch Display for responsive touch even in light rain or with wet hands, premium-looking flat frame design with IP52 rating, a larger 5,200 mAh battery, clutter-free Android 15 experience, and enough RAM and storage (6 GB + 128 GB) for its class. If you are low on budget and want an entry-level Android, the POCO C71 is ideal.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/08/2025
Foreign Reviews
Source: Unite4buy
PL→ENPositive: Attractive design; decent hardware; large ROM; MicroSD card slot; big screen; long battery life; affordable price. Negative: Slow 15W charging; non-NFC module; mono speakers; average gaming performance; dark display.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/05/2025
Source: Viettelstore
VN→ENSingle Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/07/2025
Source: Viettelstore
VN→ENPositive: Modern design; big screen; large battery capacity; decent performance.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/23/2025
Source: Viettelstore
VN→ENPositive: Big screen; large battery capacity; nice AI cameras; sharp display; smooth performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/26/2025
Source: Viettelstore
VN→ENPositive: Beautiful design; big screen; great display; smooth performance; long battery life. Negative: Average cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/25/2025
Source: Viettelstore
VN→ENPositive: Modern design; big screen; great 120Hz display; nice AI cameras; high performance; long battery life.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/24/2025
Source: Cell Phones
VN→ENPositive: Good price; big screen; 120Hz refresh rate display; decent performance; long battery life.
Hands-On, online available, Long, Date: 06/23/2025
Source: FPT shop
VN→ENPositive: Very large battery capacity; beautiful display; affordable price; quick 45W charging; modern design.
Hands-On, online available, Short, Date: 06/23/2025
Comment
ARM Mali-G57 MP1: Integrated mid range graphics card with 1 clusters. Based on the Valhall architecture.
Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
T7250 (T615): Entry level octa core SoC with two fast ARM Cortex A75 cores at up to 1.8 GHz and six power efficient ARM Cortex A55 cores at up to 1.8 GHz. The SoC further includes an LTE modem (TDD-LTE, FDD-LTE, TDSCDMA, WCDMA, CDMA, GSM), an ARM Mali G52MP1 GPU and a tri core ISP. The chip is manufactured by TSMC on a 12nm FinFET process.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.