Mid-range smartphones today are no longer just about cosmetic upgrades or camera tricks. They’re stepping up in areas that matter most: power, performance, and battery life. And the POCO F7 5G takes this even further by packing Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor, a massive battery, and premium features.
The phone is built for users who expect more from their everyday device. It results in the kind of performance that is usually associated with far more expensive phones; faster speeds, smarter AI and a reliable battery backup that won’t leave you reaching out for a charger in the middle of a heavy workday. All of this has been packaged in a device that costs under ₹35,000. Read on to take a closer look at the phone and what makes it a head-turner.
Flagship-level performance, seamless gaming
One of the biggest highlights of the POCO F7 5G is that it runs on Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, delivering the kind of raw power that was previously limited to higher-end devices. Built on a 4nm process, this processor is designed to handle everything from day-to-day tasks to intensive gaming without breaking a sweat.
The chipset promises a major leap in performance and efficiency compared to the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, which featured on the POCO F6. At its core is a Kryo CPU that offers up to 31 percent improved performance with peak speeds of 3.2GHz. Whether you’re juggling multiple apps or switching between demanding tasks, the POCO F7 5G delivers a fast, fluid, and responsive experience.
Gamers, in particular, have a lot to look forward to. The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 features a sliced Adreno GPU architecture with dedicated memory per slice, promising to deliver up to 49 percent better graphics performance compared to older chipsets. This means smoother gameplay, faster load times, and more responsive controls.
It also supports the full Snapdragon Elite Gaming suite, including the Qualcomm Adaptive Performance Engine and Adreno Frame Motion Engine 2.0. These technologies work together to ensure consistent frame rates, reduced stutter, and better power management even during extended gaming sessions. Whether you are playing a fast-paced racing game or a competitive battle royale, the POCO F7 5G is built to keep up.
The POCO F7 5G also comes with up to 24GB of Turbo RAM (12GB physical + 12GB virtual) and up to 512GB UFS 4.1 storage, with a claimed AnTuTu score of over 2.1 million.
To ensure sustained output, especially during gaming or heavy multitasking, the phone features POCO’s custom 6,000mm² IceLoop VC cooling system, which helps keep thermals under control and performance steady.
On the software front, the POCO F7 5G ships with HyperOS 2.0 based on Android 15, and POCO is promising four years of major OS upgrades and six years of security updates.
Premium display, big battery and solid build
With a 6.83-inch AMOLED 1.5K display, 120Hz refresh rate, 3,200 nits peak brightness, HDR10+ support, and Gorilla Glass 7i protection, the viewing experience on the POCO F7 5G is as premium as it gets.
Another highlight of the phone is its massive 7,550mAh battery (Indian variant), paired with 90W fast wired charging and 22.5W reverse charging. Even with all this power, the phone retains a slim profile at 7.98mm and weighs just 222g, thanks to a glass back, aluminium middle frame, and thoughtful engineering.
It also comes with IP66, IP68 and IP69 certifications, making it dust-tight and water-resistant. The phone is available in three colours – Cyber Silver Edition, Frost White, and Phantom Black.
Photography gets smarter with Qualcomm Spectra
The POCO F7 5G comes with an impressive camera setup as well. At the back, the phone features a 50 MP Sony IMX882 primary sensor with OIS paired with an 8 MP ultra-wide camera. For selfies and video calls, you get a 20MP front camera that handles details well.
However, the POCO F7 5G doesn’t just rely on hardware to deliver great photos.The phone’s camera system is backed by the Qualcomm Spectra 18-bit Triple AI ISP, which brings several advanced imaging tools to the table.
One standout feature is Limitless Segmentation, which can recognise and enhance up to 250 layers within an image, from sky and skin to background and shadows, to deliver more natural, balanced results. You also get real-time tone correction, which adjusts skin tones and lighting dynamically, making every shot look more polished, even in tricky environments.
For low-light situations, Night Vision 2.0 enables 4K video at 30 FPS, bringing improved clarity, colour, and contrast even when the lighting isn’t ideal.
On-device AI for better experiences
Powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4’s advanced AI Engine, the POCO F7 5G supports a wide range of intelligent features, including Google Gemini, Circle to Search, AI Notes, AI Interpreter, AI Image Enhancement, and more.
Behind the scenes, a faster NPU and larger shared memory with better bandwidth enable up to 44 percent faster AI performance when compared to older generations of chipsets. This makes interactions quicker and more responsive. Whether you’re summarising text, enhancing photos, or multitasking with multilingual tools, the POCO F7 5G keeps everything fast, fluid, and private.
Connectivity that is ready for anything
From 5G to Wi-Fi 7, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 inside the POCO F7 5G is built to handle what’s next. The integrated Snapdragon X62 5G Modem-RF System supports peak 5G download speeds of up to 4.2Gbps, while FastConnect 7800 enables Wi-Fi 7 speeds of up to 5.8Gbps along with support for Bluetooth 6.0.
This translates to faster streaming, smoother multiplayer gaming, and more reliable device-to-device connectivity. With Snapdragon Seamless, the phone also allows effortless switching between supported devices, making your connected ecosystem feel faster and more fluid than ever.
Hence, the POCO F7 5G manages to deliver a well-rounded experience built on power, intelligence, and longevity. The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, at the core of the phone, drives not just raw speed but also enables smarter, more seamless everyday interactions. If you’re looking for a new daily driver that can keep up with your performance-heavy routine, the POCO F7 5G is a solid contender.
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