Launch report · Xiaomi
POCO F1: The original flagship-killer — SD845 at $300.
SpecEagle Editorial·Aug 2018·$300·Score 72/100
Poco F1 brought SD845 to $300 and changed the budget flagship conversation permanently. A cult device that still runs community ROMs today.
Key specs at launch
Display
6.18" LCD 60 Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 845
Memory
6 GB · 64 GB
Main cam
12 MP · f/1.9
Battery
4,000 mAh
Weight
182 g
What stands out
- SD845 at $300.
- IR blaster + headphone jack.
- 4,000 mAh + liquid cooling.
- Cult community ROM support.
What to watch
- LCD only.
- Average camera.
- Polycarbonate build.
- Support ended 2019.