With new phone models and manufacturers emerging every year, you’d think that choosing a phone, especially for gaming, would be a breeze by now. But that’s not the case for many, particularly those who value budget and performance in their gaming device.
These gamers often turn to the midrange market to meet their needs, but there are always trade-offs. A phone might have an excellent camera but lack the processing power needed for smooth gameplay, or vice versa. Finding the right balance can be tricky. Get the point?
Xiaomi, however, has a solution to this dilemma. And it’s in the form of the POCO F6—the newest device under the Chinese tech manufacturer’s POCO F series.
After testing this beast of a gaming phone for a few days – the Titanium colorway – as our daily driver, here’s what it has to offer:
Durable Design
Compared to most devices in the midrange category, Xiaomi opted for a simpler form and silhouette for its POCO F6. The device foregoes all the fussy aesthetics for function and durability, which is evident in its more industrialized design.
A testament to this is the phone’s IP64 rating for water resistance and the Gorilla Glass Victus that envelops its screen.
Next-level Viewing Experience
Another feature that the POCO F6 can boast about is its display. The device sports an impressive 6.67-inch AMOLED DotDisplay with CrystalRes 1.5K Flow and HDR10+ that makes sure colors are accurately reproduced onscreen.
The almost-absent bezels allow for more screen real estate, which makes for a more immersive playback or streaming experience.
Meanwhile, the adaptive 120Hz ensures clearer and sharper images on the screen during fast-paced and intense gaming sessions without eating away at the phone’s battery.
Unparalleled Performance
What really sets the POCO F6 apart from its peers is what it has under the hood—Qualcomm’s Snapdragon® 8s Gen 3. With this onboard, the POCO F6 is the fastest and most powerful phone in its market bracket.
Complemented by 8GB of RAM (+4GB Memory Extension) and 256GB of storage space, how it performs is as you’d expect. Be it multitasking or multimedia playback, nothing went haywire when we used the phone. No lags, not even a stutter—simply uninterrupted and smooth operation from app to app.
A Beast in Gaming
Gaming on the POCO F6 is a seamless experience, whether you’re playing casual games or the most graphics-intensive titles. Running heavy titles like Honkai Star Rail, Genshin Impact, and Call Of Duty: Warzone were a walk in the park. Even at the highest graphic setting, no freezing happened whatsoever.
Heat management is also impressive. The phone remains relatively cool during gaming sessions and camera use, getting only slightly warm to the touch without temps rising to concerning levels.
Reliable Shooter
The POCO F6 came equipped with a solid 50MP main camera that supports OIS and an 8MP ultrawide camera. The images that it captures are vivid and detailed, especially true when it comes to well-lit environments.
For night photography, the phone also achieved more than satisfactory results. There were some detail loss and slight blurring but still decent for a phone in the midrange category.
Massive battery and Quick-charging
To support its flagship chip, Xiaomi packed a massive 5000mAh battery in the POCO F6. The battery can easily last the whole day on moderate usage, even with heavy gaming on the side.
Charging is a breeze with the device’s 90W turbocharging tech that juices up the battery in less than 40 minutes. No more hanging out near power outlets and more time to spend on your phone!
POCO F6 Verdict
The POCO F6 is a standout midrange phone that mixes budget and performance seamlessly. Its durable design, vibrant 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and powerful Snapdragon® 8s Gen 3 chipset delivers exceptional daily use and gaming experiences.
The 50MP camera captures vivid photos, and the 5000mAh battery with 90W fast charging ensures all-day use.
Overall, the POCO F6 offers incredible value for Filipino users looking for a phone that can match their gaming interests without emptying their wallets.
Availability
Apart from the Titanium colorway that we tested, the POCO F6 is also available in: Black and Green. There’s also a 12GB RAM + 512GB variant for those who want bigger memory and storage.
Pricing
● 8GB + 256GB
SRP: PHP 21,999
● 12GB + 512GB
SRP: PHP 24,999
For more details on the POCO F6 series, visit the official POCO Facebook page and the Xiaomi Philippines website.