Overview
The Poco M6 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) is Poco's take on a value-focused smartphone, built around processor of Mediatek Dimensity 6100 Plus, ram of 8 GB, storage of 256 GB.. For daily driving, calls, social apps and photos it should hold up well. On the other side, power users should weigh the chipset and battery against heavier alternatives. Below you'll find the full specifications, live prices across stores, our editor's verdict, and a quality-checked refurbished alternative that can get you the same specs for noticeably less. If you value getting more for your money, the refurbished route is worth a serious look before buying new.
Full Specifications
| Price | ₹ 12,990 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 6100 Plus |
| CPU | 2.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Display | 6.74 inches, 720 x 1650 pixels, 90 Hz |
| Operating System | Android v13 |
| Graphics | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 18W Fast Charging |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) AI Lens |
| Front Camera | 5 MP (Wide Angle) Punch Hole |
| Resolution | 720 x 1650 pixels |
| Country Of Origin | India |
| Model | M6 |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Release Date | December 22, 2023 |
| Weight | 195 g |
| Type | Color IPS LCD Screen (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes |
| Aspect Ratio | 20.5:9 |
| Ppi | ~ 267 PPI |
| Screen To Body Ratio | ~ 89.06% |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Expandable Ram | Upto 8 GB Extra Virtual RAM |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 |
| Card Slot | Yes, upto 1 TB |
| Gprs | Yes |
| Edge | Yes |
| 3g | Yes |
| 4g | Yes |
| 5g | Yes |
| Volte | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Usb | Yes, USB-C |
| Usb Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| Ir Blaster | Yes |
| Gps | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BEIDOU |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor (Ultrasonic) |
| 3 5mm Headphone Jack | Yes |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| Features | AI Portrait Mode, 50MP Mode, Film Filters, Night Mode, Voice Shutter, Tilt Shift, Timed Burst, Video Features: 1080p Recording, Timelapse Video |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, LED |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Custom Ui | MIUI 14 |
| Core Details | 2xCortex-A76@2.2 GHz & 6xCortex-A55@2.0 GHz |
| Java | No |
| Browser | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Music | Yes |
| Video | Yes |
| Fm Radio | No |
| Document Reader | Yes |
| Battery Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Bezel Less | No |
Editor Verdict
“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”
Priyanka Singh has spent 8+ years reviewing consumer electronics in India, hands-on testing laptops, phones and TVs for real-world value. She focuses on what a device actually delivers for the price — and whether a refurbished unit is the smarter buy.
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How this model stacks up against nearby options
Poco M6 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)
This model |
Huawei Honor 10 Lite (6GB RAM + 64GB)
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Huawei Honor 10 Lite
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|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 6100 Plus | Hisilicon Kirin 710F | Hisilicon Kirin 710F |
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| Display | 6.74 inches, 720 x 1650 pixels, 90 Hz | 6.21 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels | 6.21 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels |
| Graphics | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G51 MP4 | Mali-G51 MP4 |
| OS | Android v13 | Android v9.0 (Pie) | Android v9.0 (Pie) |
Our take: In this price band, this model leads on paper — a sensible pick, and better value refurbished.
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