Xiaomi Poco C61
The Xiaomi Poco C61 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2024).
2024 · Lower-mid-range · Android 14ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day
✓6.71" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Entry-level Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitaskingPhotography
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
RAM
3GB | 4GB | 6GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
268 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 500 nits
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
5,000 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Weight
199g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
168.4 x 76.3 x 8.3 mm (6.63 x 3.00 x 0.33 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass
