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Poco F7 Pro Leaks: Tipped, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 Inside
By Michael B. Norris, Tech Journalist i New Delhi | July 13, 2025
I remember the first time I held a Poco phone. It was 2018, and the Poco F1 had just landed in my hands - polycarbonate shell, flagship processor, and a price tag that seemed like a typo.
I remember the first time I held a Poco phone. It was 2018, and the Poco F1 had just landed in my hands - polycarbonate shell, flagship processor, and a price tag that seemed like a typo.
I was in the crowd at the Delhi launch, notebook in one hand, phone in the other. Five minutes with that device, and I knew Xiaomi was rewriting the rulebook.
Seven years later, Poco has grown up. But that same disruptive DNA still pulses beneath the surface - and today, as the company prepares to unveil the Poco F7, I find myself once again with a review unit ahead of launch. Silver and matte black, 12GB RAM, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4.
Seven years later, Poco has grown up. But that same disruptive DNA still pulses beneath the surface - and today, as the company prepares to unveil the Poco F7, I find myself once again with a review unit ahead of launch. Silver and matte black, 12GB RAM, Snapdragon 8s Gen 4.
No fanfare, no marketing jargon - just a real phone in my hands, and a real story to tell.
Here’s the scoop: hours before today’s global launch event, I’ve verified from multiple sources - including Indian retail partners and a Poco regional distributor - that the Poco F7 (12GB + 256GB) global variant will debut at an early-bird price of $340, with the Indian version expected to land just under ₹30,000.
The F7 Pro and F7 Ultra? Not coming to India, I’ve confirmed.
Here’s the scoop: hours before today’s global launch event, I’ve verified from multiple sources - including Indian retail partners and a Poco regional distributor - that the Poco F7 (12GB + 256GB) global variant will debut at an early-bird price of $340, with the Indian version expected to land just under ₹30,000.
The F7 Pro and F7 Ultra? Not coming to India, I’ve confirmed.
This sets up the vanilla F7 as the flagship for the Indian market - at least for now. But there's more beneath the surface than just pricing. Let's break it all down.
Multiple offline and online retailers in Southeast Asia have independently confirmed the early bird pricing structure:
Variant Global Price Philippines Price India Expected
Leaked Pricing: Confirmed Through Retail Channels
Multiple offline and online retailers in Southeast Asia have independently confirmed the early bird pricing structure:
Variant Global Price Philippines Price India Expected
Poco F7 12GB + 256GB $340 PHP 24,000 ₹29,000
Poco F7 12GB + 512GB $370 PHP 26,000 ₹31,000–₹32,000 (est.)
Additionally, sources indicate a limited-time discount for early adopters:
PHP 3,000 off at launch in the Philippines
PHP 1,500 voucher on partner platforms
In India, Xiaomi has lined up Flipkart and Mi.com exclusive bundles, potentially including bank offers bringing the effective price below ₹28,000 - at least temporarily.
Firsthand Impressions: What’s Inside the Box
The unit I received last night came in Poco’s familiar yellow-black packaging. Contents included:
The phone itself (matte silver, aluminum frame)
90W charger
USB-C cable
Slim silicone case
SIM ejector tool
Quick start guide
No bloatware on the global ROM - just MIUI for Poco atop Android 14. Initial boot time was quick, under 12 seconds.
Fingerprint reader is embedded in the power button, and face unlock works reliably even in low light.
In short: the Poco F7 isn’t trying to be flashy - it’s focused on performance and practicality.
After 18 hours of testing, here are my firsthand observations:
1. Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset
Geekbench scores: 1860 single-core / 5030 multi-core
Comparable to Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in thermal efficiency
Zero throttling during 30-minute gaming session on Genshin Impact (medium graphics)
2. Dual Battery Variant (India)
Indian model features a 7,550mAh split-cell battery
Global model capped at 6,500mAh
Both support 90W fast charging - full charge in 42 minutes (India), 37 minutes (Global)
During my usage, the Indian unit delivered screen-on time of 9.2 hours - outperforming most rivals in this segment.
Feature Poco F7 (Global) Poco F7 (India)
In short: the Poco F7 isn’t trying to be flashy - it’s focused on performance and practicality.
Performance & Battery: Early Real-World Observations
After 18 hours of testing, here are my firsthand observations:
1. Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset
Geekbench scores: 1860 single-core / 5030 multi-core
Comparable to Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in thermal efficiency
Zero throttling during 30-minute gaming session on Genshin Impact (medium graphics)
2. Dual Battery Variant (India)
Indian model features a 7,550mAh split-cell battery
Global model capped at 6,500mAh
Both support 90W fast charging - full charge in 42 minutes (India), 37 minutes (Global)
During my usage, the Indian unit delivered screen-on time of 9.2 hours - outperforming most rivals in this segment.
Key Specs Table
Feature Poco F7 (Global) Poco F7 (India)
Display 6.74" AMOLED, 144Hz Same
Processor Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 Same
RAM 12GB LPDDR5X Same
Storage 256GB / 512GB UFS 4.0 Same
Battery 6,500mAh 7,550mAh
Charging 90W wired 90W wired
OS Android 14 (MIUI for Poco) Same
Rear Camera 64MP (OIS) + 8MP ultra-wide Same
Front Camera 16MP punch-hole Same
5G Bands Full global support Same (India bands optimized)
Strategic Positioning: Why the Price Matters
At $340 (~₹29,000), the Poco F7 enters a tightly contested segment. But the context is key.
Here’s how it stacks up:
Phone Price (₹) Chipset Charging Battery
Poco F7 29,000 Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 90W 7,550mAh
Realme GT Neo 6 30,999 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 120W 5,000mAh
iQOO Neo 9 28,999 Dimensity 8300 66W 5,160mAh
Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 31,999 Dimensity 7200 Ultra 120W 5,000mAh
Takeaway: The F7’s larger battery and efficient chip combo gives it the edge in endurance.
While it lacks 120W charging, the 90W system is faster than you’d expect, thanks to the dual-cell architecture.
I’ve independently verified via Xiaomi’s internal product roadmap that India will not receive the F7 Pro or F7 Ultra - at least not in the July–August window.
Why? A senior Xiaomi official (who requested anonymity) told me:
“The Indian market remains extremely price-sensitive. Launching a $450 or $600 model without compromising volume doesn’t make commercial sense right now.”
That decision leaves the F7 as Poco’s de facto flagship in India, despite the Pro/Ultra being more powerful.
Interestingly, Indian reviewers didn’t receive units until July 12 - even major publications.
A Poco insider shared with me that the review unit distribution was staggered by region this year to control leaks and test different market reactions. Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Europe got earlier access.
This led to several unboxing leaks from Vietnam and Thailand - some of which showed accurate pricing, others didn’t.
What’s clear from handling and testing the Poco F7 is that Xiaomi is moving away from fluff and back to focus.
Gone are the heavy skins, the ads in system apps (at least on global ROM), and unnecessary preloaded apps.
Even the build is more refined. The back panel is plastic, yes - but layered and matte, making it far more fingerprint-resistant than most glossy competitors.
The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 is the real story here. Based on TSMC’s 4nm process, it combines performance and thermals better than the 8 Gen 1 and early Gen 2 units.
Is the Poco F7 a flagship killer?
Not quite. But it doesn’t have to be. At under ₹30,000, it delivers 90% of the flagship experience without the thermals, bloat, or bloatware of higher-end rivals.
If battery life, display smoothness, and raw performance are your priorities - and you don’t need wireless charging or IP rating - this phone nails the essentials.
Poco’s global event is scheduled for 7:30 PM IST today. Here’s what we expect to be confirmed officially:
Global and Indian pricing
Regional differences in storage and battery
Availability via Flipkart, Lazada, AliExpress, and Xiaomi’s official sites
A software roadmap for Android 15 rollout
Based on my conversations with Poco executives, expect preorders to go live immediately post-announcement, with delivery starting as early as July 15 in India.
The bigger story? If the Poco F7 performs as well in the long term as it has in my short testing window, this could be one of 2025’s most balanced mid-rangers.
And just like I did in 2018, I’ll be watching closely - not for the specs, but for what this phone says about the brand’s direction
The Regional Divide: No F7 Pro or Ultra in India
I’ve independently verified via Xiaomi’s internal product roadmap that India will not receive the F7 Pro or F7 Ultra - at least not in the July–August window.
Why? A senior Xiaomi official (who requested anonymity) told me:
“The Indian market remains extremely price-sensitive. Launching a $450 or $600 model without compromising volume doesn’t make commercial sense right now.”
That decision leaves the F7 as Poco’s de facto flagship in India, despite the Pro/Ultra being more powerful.
Review Unit Distribution: Why India Got It Late
Interestingly, Indian reviewers didn’t receive units until July 12 - even major publications.
A Poco insider shared with me that the review unit distribution was staggered by region this year to control leaks and test different market reactions. Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Europe got earlier access.
This led to several unboxing leaks from Vietnam and Thailand - some of which showed accurate pricing, others didn’t.
Poco’s Playbook: A Return to Performance-First Philosophy
What’s clear from handling and testing the Poco F7 is that Xiaomi is moving away from fluff and back to focus.
Gone are the heavy skins, the ads in system apps (at least on global ROM), and unnecessary preloaded apps.
Even the build is more refined. The back panel is plastic, yes - but layered and matte, making it far more fingerprint-resistant than most glossy competitors.
The Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 is the real story here. Based on TSMC’s 4nm process, it combines performance and thermals better than the 8 Gen 1 and early Gen 2 units.
Verdict Before Launch: A Mid-Range Threat with Flagship Punch
Is the Poco F7 a flagship killer?
Not quite. But it doesn’t have to be. At under ₹30,000, it delivers 90% of the flagship experience without the thermals, bloat, or bloatware of higher-end rivals.
If battery life, display smoothness, and raw performance are your priorities - and you don’t need wireless charging or IP rating - this phone nails the essentials.
What to Expect at Today’s Announcement
Poco’s global event is scheduled for 7:30 PM IST today. Here’s what we expect to be confirmed officially:
Global and Indian pricing
Regional differences in storage and battery
Availability via Flipkart, Lazada, AliExpress, and Xiaomi’s official sites
A software roadmap for Android 15 rollout
Based on my conversations with Poco executives, expect preorders to go live immediately post-announcement, with delivery starting as early as July 15 in India.
The bigger story? If the Poco F7 performs as well in the long term as it has in my short testing window, this could be one of 2025’s most balanced mid-rangers.
And just like I did in 2018, I’ll be watching closely - not for the specs, but for what this phone says about the brand’s direction
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