POCO Reinvigorates Entry-Level Smartphone Market with POCO C71

POCO, a leading technology brand among young tech enthusiasts, today launched POCO C71, a new sleek and modern entry-level contender, empowering price-conscious consumers with best-in-class hardware, exquisite aesthetics, and an unrivalled all-round user experience. POCO C71 offers a large display and a powerful octa-core processor, coupled with an upgraded 32MP AI dual camera system, in an attractively stylish and flat design akin to flagship mobile devices.

“POCO C71 sets a new standard in entry-level smartphones, placing emphasis on giving price-sensitive consumers an attractive flagship-level device with a more immersive display, powerful performance, and a balanced overall experience that defies expectation,” commented Angus Ng, Head of Product Marketing at POCO Global.

Outstanding performance for a next-level experience

Keeping pace with more expensive smartphone options, POCO C71 packs an octa-core UNISOC T7250 chipset which delivers a performance boost of up to 83% compared to the previous generation, and an AnTuTu mobile benchmark score of 266,353¹. Providing a smooth mobile gaming experience with fast app loading and switching, POCO C71 is available in configurations of up to 128GB of internal storage with support for up to 8GB² of additional memory expansion.

Large cinematic display with advanced Eye-Care protection

POCO C71 gives entry-level users an updated and improved visual experience with a large 6.88″ display. It offers an upgraded entertainment experience when streaming media and online content due to its 1640*720 resolution, impressive 90% screen-to-body ratio, and its wide cinematic 20.5:9 aspect ratio. Its 120Hz³ AdaptiveSync refresh rate provides a smooth user experience in different scenarios. To ensure long-term eye-care, POCO C71 is TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free, and TÜV Rheinland Circadian Friendly certified⁴, with DC dimming to reduce eyestrain and offer flicker-free viewing, even at low brightness levels.

Exquisite flagship-level aesthetics with an upgrade 32MP camera

POCO C71 features a newly upgraded 32MP AI dual camera system capable of capturing images with exceptional clarity. Its large sensor receives up to 18%⁵ more light than previous generation devices and offers improved night photography with better detail and brightness in low-light environments. Its upgraded 8MP selfie front camera allows users to create natural portrait photos with impressive detail and its Fill light feature illuminates portraits taken in darker scenarios to improve clarity.

POCO C71 combines outstanding build quality with sleek design, featuring a stylishly slim 8.26mm⁶ profile and an eye-catching camera deco. Refreshed with a modern aesthetic, it comes in three elegant finishes: Black, Gold, and Blue.

Impressive user experience with excellent battery life and fast charging

Packing a large, long-lasting 5,200mAh (typ) battery⁷, POCO C71 keeps pace with your lifestyle throughout the day, offering more than 20 hours⁸ of continuous video playback, and more than 9 hours⁸ of mobile gaming on a single charge. Supporting 15W fast charging, POCO C71 is equipped for long-term battery durability and tested to retain healthy capacity even after 1,000 charging cycles⁹. POCO C71 not only alleviates battery anxiety but is crafted with durability in mind, with extensive hardware testing on both its 3.5mm headphone jack and USB type-C port. Additional convenience is provided with a secure side fingerprint sensor and support for AI face unlocking.

Product Availability

POCO C71 will be available in Malaysia at official POCO stores on Shopee and Lazada, and mi.com. POCO C71 will be available in three colors – Black, Gold and Blue. Two storage variants will be offered for this model: 3GB+64GB and 4GB+128GB.

From now till May 9, customers can enjoy exclusive early bird pricing on these two model variants.