POCO launches a brand new entertainment beast POCO M3
Press Release
The POCO M3 represents the first appearance of POCO Global's M-Series: the brand's entry into a whole new category.
POCO Brand Independence
With the latest launch, POCO Global is ushering in a new era as an independent brand. This significant milestone was made possible by the overwhelming support of their global fan base, which helped the brand achieve several significant achievements since their initial POCO F1 device was introduced in 2018:
- The brand has entered more than 35 world markets within 3 years;
- POCO F1 reached over 2.2 million shipments *;
- In total, the brand has sold over 6 million * POCO phones worldwide.
"These amazing results signify the overwhelming approval of the POCO brand's consumer philosophy - 'everything you need, nothing you don't need, and we're still focused on bringing innovative technology to consumers without all the unnecessary extras.' said Kevin Qiu, head of POCO Global.
POCO M3 - More than you expect
Outstanding battery life without compromise
Equipped with the largest battery capacity in its class, the POCO M3 guarantees even the most avid gamers that they will be fully enabled to connect and stream during the day with its powerful 6000mAh battery. The phone is expected to last more than 5 days in light use and just under 3 days in moderate use. It takes approximately 1.5 days ** for the battery to discharge completely during heavy use.
In addition to its durability, the POCO M3 provides faster and more constant charging speeds for users on the go with its MIUI ultra battery saving mode and 18W fast charging. The device comes with a 22.5W charger and supports reverse wire charging, offering enhanced convenience.
Stunning screen for endless fun
A true entertainment beast, the POCO M3 features a 6.53 ”FHD + Dot Drop 2340x1080 high-resolution screen, along with an impressive 1,500: 1 contrast ratio and a 19.5: 9 aspect ratio for a brilliant edge-to-edge viewing experience. Its large Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 front screen offers great protection against drops and scratches, while the texture of the rear anti-fingerprint mask provides a secure grip and a superior feeling of the lightweight. The POCO M3 is equipped with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor that allows for a minimalist front screen design without compromising user accessibility.
The POCO M3 is pleasant to watch in many ways - it is TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certified, which means that users can watch hours of content with minimal eye strain. Featuring the POCO M3 speaker system, it delivers superior sound with powerful bass for an impressive indoor experience.
48MP triple camera with additional shooting capabilities
Ready to take your photography skills to the next level, the POCO M3 boasts an attractive 48MP triple camera in the smartphone market, supported by a 2MP macro camera and a 2MP depth sensor. In the meantime, your selfie game will stay strong thanks to the 8MP selfie camera on the device.
Providing brilliant mobile performance at no cost
With a Qualcomm® Snapdragon ™ 662 processor, the POCO M3 provides a great experience never seen before at this price level. With the Qualcomm® Adreno ™ 610 GPU, you get a smooth gaming and video experience - and the ability to store high-quality photos in half the memory. The POCO M3 11nm processor provides higher performance, lower heat production, and lower power consumption, making it a necessary device in its category.
Experience effortless fun with a smooth operating system. MIUI Game Booster allows you to monitor CPU and GPU usage in real-time, while the voice filter brings a little spice to your gaming experience. What’s more, you can switch your screen to an external monitor, also allowing your friends to join in the fun.
Distinguish yourself from others with a unique design
With less than 200g, the POCO M3 delivers a stylish design that won’t be difficult for you. The device is available in Cool Blue, POCO yellow, and Power black and in a material that ensures a secure grip. The redesigned side-mounted fingerprint scanner is easily accessible, allowing you to unlock the phone in an instant, and includes a smaller groove and rounded corners to reduce sharp edges.
POCO M3 comes in two variants - 4GB + 64GB, 4GB + 128GB.
POCO M3 Quick specifications:
|
POCO M3 |
Battery & Charging |
6,000mAh (typ) battery 18W fast charge In-box 22.5W charger USB-C Reverse wired charging (No reverse wired charging cable included in the box) |
Display |
6.53" FHD+ Dot Drop display Contrast ratio: 1500:1 Brightness: 400 nits (typ) Color temperature adjustment Sunlight mode, standard mode, reading mode 2.0 TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification L1 Widevine certified |
Color |
Cool Blue, POCO Yellow, Power Black |
Dimensions & Weight |
162.3mm x 77.3mm x 9.6mm, 198g |
Processor |
Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 662 11nm energy-efficient manufacturing process Qualcomm® Kryo™ 260, Octa-core CPU, up to 2.0GHz Qualcomm® Adreno™ 610 GPU 3rd gen Qualcomm® AI Engine |
Storage |
LPDDR4X RAM + UFS 2.1/2.2 storage 4GB+64GB, 4GB+128GB (UFS 2.2 is only available on 4GB+128GB variant) |
Rear Camera |
48MP+2MP+2MP AI triple rear camera 48MP main camera 1/2" sensor size 1.6μm 4-in-1 Super Pixel, 0.8μm pixel size f/1.79, 6P lens, AF 2MP macro camera 1.75μm pixel size, f/2.4, FF 2MP depth sensor 1.75μm pixel size, f/2.4 Night mode, Movie frame, Time-lapse, 120fps slow motion video |
Front Camera |
8MP front camera 1.12μm pixel size, f/2.05 |
Connection |
Dual SIM slots + 1 microSD Expandable storage up to 512GB 2.4GHz/5GHz WIFI Bluetooth 5.0 IR Blaster FM radio (with headphones) |
Security |
Side-mounted fingerprint sensor AI Face Unlock |
Audio |
Dual speakers Hi-Res Audio certified 3.5mm headphone jack |
System |
MIUI 12 for POCO, based on Android 10 |