POCO C71
A rock-bottom entry phone with a 120 Hz screen and tidy software.
The POCO C71 is a entry Xiaomi smartphone released Apr 2025, with a launch price of $90. It pairs the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra with a 6.88" LCD 120 Hz display, a 32 MP main camera and a 5,200 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 42/100 — A smooth screen at the floor price. Standout strengths: 120 hz big screen at ~$90. and 5,200 mah, microsd + jack. Main trade-off: hd+ panel, 4g only.
A smooth screen at the floor price.
C71 gives a ~$90 buyer a big 120 Hz panel and a dependable battery — the things that make a cheap phone feel less cheap — on the bare-minimum Helio G81 and HD+ resolution. As a first phone or a spare it does the simple things smoothly enough.
Read the full review- 120 Hz big screen at ~$90.
- 5,200 mAh, microSD + jack.
- Tidy HyperOS.
- Cheap enough for a true first phone.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the POCO C71 compares
| POCO C71 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Redmi Note 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 42 | 89 | 42 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 625 |
| Display | 6.88" LCD 120 Hz | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 5.5" FHD LCD |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 13 MP · f/2.0 |
| Battery | 5,200 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 4,100 mAh |
| Launch price | $90 | $1,299 | $150 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the POCO C71 released?
The POCO C71 was released in Apr 2025.
How much does the POCO C71 cost?
The POCO C71 launched at $90 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the POCO C71 screen size and type?
The POCO C71 has a 6.88" LCD 120 Hz display.
What chipset does the POCO C71 use?
The POCO C71 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the POCO C71 have?
The POCO C71 ships with 4 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the POCO C71 battery capacity?
The POCO C71 has a 5,200 mAh battery.
How fast does the POCO C71 charge?
The POCO C71 supports 15 W (18 W brick) wired charging.
What is the POCO C71 main camera?
The POCO C71 has a 32 MP main camera.
Does the POCO C71 have a headphone jack?
The POCO C71 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the POCO C71 get software updates?
The POCO C71 update policy: 1 OS + 2 yr security.
How much does the POCO C71 weigh?
The POCO C71 weighs 198 g.
What colours does the POCO C71 come in?
The POCO C71 is available in 3 colours: Power Black, Cool Blue, Desert Gold.
Is the POCO C71 worth buying?
C71 gives a ~$90 buyer a big 120 Hz panel and a dependable battery — the things that make a cheap phone feel less cheap — on the bare-minimum Helio G81 and HD+ resolution. As a first phone or a spare it does the simple things smoothly enough. SpecEagle gives the POCO C71 an editorial score of 42/100.
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