Exciting Features of POCO F4: Incredible Snapdragon 870 Chip, 120 Hz Display, Only 9.7 Million VND*

Continuing the success of POCO F3 5G, POCO officially launched POCO F4 in the evening event on June 23rd. So what's new with POCO F4? How powerful is POCO F4's configuration? How much is POCO F4? Let's take a look at the first impressions of POCO F4 before its release to understand more about this smartphone!

(*)Note: POCO F4 is launched in the international market with a starting price of 399 EURO (about 9.7 million VND) for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage version.

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Hands-on with POCO F4: Price only 9.7 million, Snapdragon 870, 120 Hz display (updated: 03/26)

Quite similar to previous packaging designs, the box of POCO F4 is made quite thick and sturdy with a dominant black tone, adding the product name POCO F4 placed just below and the familiar POCO logo located in the upper right corner. Personally, I quite like the way POCO has used this design for the packaging because it can meet the typical appearance with the black-gold color scheme of the POCO line while also following the minimalist trend that the Gen Z generation is currently very fond of.

Moreover, POCO also equips users with accompanying accessories such as: User guide book, transparent case, charging adapter, USB Type-C cable, and finally the POCO F4 phone. Personally, I quite like this aspect of POCO, as users can use the device right after unboxing without having to spend too much time searching for accessories from third parties.

POCO F4 features a relatively compact design, weighing just 195 g and measuring 7.7 mm thick. With its square edges combined with softly curved corners, POCO F4 promises to provide users with a comfortable grip, without causing any discomfort, making it a favorite among many Gen Z users. Moreover, POCO F4 comes in three simple yet elegant color options: Midnight Black, Moonlight Silver, and Nebula Green.

Furthermore, the back of the POCO F4 will be crafted from familiar matte plastic material, helping to minimize fingerprint and sweat smudges during use. The most striking feature remains the rear camera module, resembling the design language of Xiaomi's Redmi K40s. POCO F4 will have its rear camera module placed in a rectangular frame with three lenses arranged in a triangular formation within a circular protrusion on the back.

This design can be considered quite eye-catching and distinctive, especially when combined with the masculine square frame and the colors that POCO has equipped for the device. I believe this will be an attractive appearance that catches your eye right from the first glance!

In terms of display, POCO F4 will continue to use the familiar punch-hole design found on mid-range Android devices in the current market. Moreover, POCO F4 is equipped with an E4 AMOLED panel measuring 6.67 inches and offering a Full HD+ resolution of 1,080 x 2,400 pixels. Particularly in this iteration of POCO F4, the device is equipped with a 120 Hz refresh rate display and a 360 Hz touch sampling rate, ensuring smooth touch gestures.

With the display enhancements mentioned above, POCO F4 will bring you an incredibly high-quality visual experience through vivid and vibrant colors in every frame. Moreover, this is a strength that allows POCO F4 to directly compete with other products in the same segment! Let's continue to explore the location of buttons and ports on POCO F4 through the images below!

Article details: Hands-on with POCO F4: Price only 9.7 million, Snapdragon 870, 120 Hz display

First Impressions of POCO F4: Price 9.7 million, Snapdragon 870, 120 Hz display (updated: 23/06)

Looking at the overall design, we can see that POCO F4 shares a similar appearance with the Xiaomi Redmi K40s previously released, featuring a youthful and modern design. The device is crafted with a plastic back gently curved at the edges and corners, promising a comfortable grip. The frame of the device is also designed in a square shape, giving it a more masculine and robust look.

The back of the POCO F4, while simple, stands out with its camera cluster set within a rectangular frame with 3 lenses arranged in a triangular formation inside a circle. Despite retaining the protruding camera design, this feature doesn't significantly affect the overall aesthetics of the device; instead, it enhances the device's recognizability compared to its competitors. The POCO F4 comes in 3 different color options, allowing users to choose according to their preferences.

Turning to the front, the POCO F4 also sports a hole-punch display design housing the selfie camera, similar to other devices in the mid-range segment. Additionally, the screen bezels have been slimmed down, optimizing the display area and ensuring content is fully showcased on the screen.

Speaking of the device's display specifications, the POCO F4 is equipped with a 6.67-inch Full HD+ display (1,080 x 2,400 pixels), operating on an E4 AMOLED panel to deliver detailed images and vibrant, vivid colors.

The specific configuration details of the POCO F4 are as follows:

• Display: 6.67-inch size, 4th generation Super AMOLED panel, Full HD+ resolution (1,080 x 2,400 pixels), 120 Hz refresh rate.
• Rear Camera: Main 64 MP, ultra-wide 8 MP, macro 2 MP.
• Front Camera: 20 MP resolution.
• CPU: Snapdragon 870 5G.
• RAM: 8 GB, 12 GB.
• Internal Storage: 128 GB, 256 GB.
• Battery: 4,500 mAh, supports 67 W fast charging.

As leaked information suggested, the POCO F4 is powered by the Snapdragon 870 chipset. This is one of Qualcomm's top 8-series processors with a highly regarded performance, previously featured in flagship or gaming-oriented smartphones a year ago such as the OPPO Reno6 Pro 5G, Redmi K40, or Xiaomi Black Shark 5. Therefore, I believe that the Snapdragon 870 on the POCO F4 can satisfactorily meet all basic needs, even handling various popular games like Genshin Impact, Arena of Valor,... at appropriate graphic settings.

Additionally, the POCO F4 is powered by a 4,500 mAh battery, which seems modest for a high-performance smartphone with a 120 Hz display. With this battery capacity, I anticipate that the device will only provide approximately one day of usage, depending on your daily tasks and the manufacturer's optimization capabilities.

According to information released by POCO during the launch event, the POCO F4 will be available in the European market at the following prices for each variant:

• 399 Euro (approximately 9.7 million VND) for the 6 GB RAM + 128 GB internal storage variant.
• 449 Euro (approximately 10.9 million VND) for the 8 GB RAM + 256 GB internal storage variant.

Detailed article: First Impressions of POCO F4: Price 9.7 million, Snapdragon 870, 120 Hz display

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Prior Leaks About POCO X4 GT

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Detailed Leak on POCO F4 Configuration and Price Below 9.7 Million Dong (Updated: 18/06)

POCO is set to hold a major launch event on June 23 to unveil the POCO F4 and POCO X4 GT. Prior to the official introduction, the entire design and specifications of both devices have already been leaked by GSMArena, even the pricing has been revealed.

According to reports, POCO F4 is said to be an improved version of the Redmi K40S. POCO has confirmed that the phone will feature the Snapdragon 870 processor and come with up to 12 GB of RAM (there will be other RAM configurations). The device will have an upgraded main camera sensor of 64 MP (up from 48 MP on the K40S).

All remaining specifications are expected to be similar to the Redmi K40S, such as the 6.67-inch AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution and 120 Hz refresh rate, maximum brightness of 1,300 nits, and Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The battery will also remain at 4,500 mAh capacity with 67W fast charging (0-100% in 38 minutes). The new POCO device is expected to be priced at around 400 - 430 Euro (approximately 9.7 - 10.5 million dong).

Detailed article: Detailed leak on POCO F4 and POCO X4 GT configurations, priced below 9.7 million dong

POCO F4 5G release date set with familiar design (updated: 17/06)

After several teasers, POCO India has finally set the launch date for POCO F4 5G. Earlier, the company also confirmed the processor and RAM specifications of this smartphone model.

According to the official announcement from POCO India on Twitter, POCO F4 5G will globally debut on 23/06/2022 at 17:30 (Indian time), and this event will be livestreamed on the YouTube channel of POCO India.

The teaser images above reveal that POCO F4 5G will come in two color options with a rear design resembling the Redmi K40S. Previously, the company confirmed that POCO F4 5G will feature the Snapdragon 870 chip, up to 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and will integrate Liquidcool 2.0 cooling system - using a vapor chamber of 3,112 mm2 with seven-layer graphite sheets.

Detailed article: POCO F4 5G global launch date set with familiar design

POCO F4 with 12 GB LPDDR5 RAM configuration (updated: 13/06)

As the POCO F4 launch date approaches, the information about the specifications becomes more accurate. On June 11, POCO India confirmed that the POCO F4 is equipped with 12 GB LPDDR5 RAM. With 12 GB of RAM, you can multitask seamlessly, and the occurrence of lag is greatly reduced. Furthermore, by using LPDDR5 RAM, the POCO F4 will offer data read speeds 50% faster, saving a considerable amount of power!

Additionally, according to GSMArena, the POCO F4 is a rebranded version of the Redmi K40s but with higher resolution (64 MP compared to 48 MP) and optical image stabilization (OIS). This means the POCO F4 will deliver sharper, more detailed images and stable video recording thanks to OIS.

POCO F4 5G boasts better cooling than OnePlus 10 Pro and iQOO 9 SE (updated: 12/06)

According to Gizmochina, citing information from POCO, the POCO F4 5G will feature a cooling system called Liquidcool 2.0 - utilizing a 3,112 mm2 seven-layer vapor chamber with graphite sheets. POCO demonstrated the cooling capability of the F4 5G by placing it alongside the iQOO 9 SE and OnePlus 10 Pro. As a result, the POCO F4 runs several degrees cooler on average compared to its competitors in the cooling test, you can watch the video below for reference.

However, in terms of fairness, the test seems somewhat biased because the iQOO 9 SE and OnePlus 10 Pro respectively use the Snapdragon 888 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chips, which are known for their poor heat dissipation. The POCO F4 5G is rumored to feature a 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision support. This smartphone will be powered by the Snapdragon 870 chip paired with up to 12 GB LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 internal storage, run Android 12 with MIUI 13 interface, and pack a 4,500 mAh battery with 67 W fast charging.

In terms of photography, the POCO F4 5G is expected to feature a 20 MP selfie camera and three rear cameras: a 64 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2 MP macro camera. Additionally, the phone will integrate dual stereo speakers, an in-display fingerprint sensor, and an IR blaster.

Detailed article: POCO F4 5G demonstrates better cooling than OnePlus 10 Pro and iQOO 9 SE.

POCO confirms upcoming launch of POCO F4 5G with Snapdragon flagship chip (update: 09/06)

Recently, POCO India released a teaser revealing the global launch of POCO F4 5G. Previously, this smartphone had leaked real-life images and specifications, and now the company has officially confirmed the chip information. According to the official Twitter account of POCO India, the upcoming POCO F4 5G will utilize the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chip, the best optimization from the Snapdragon 800 series.

For those unaware, earlier leaks suggested that POCO F4 5G is expected to feature an AMOLED display, Full HD+ resolution, 6.67-inch size with a 120 Hz refresh rate. Additionally, the device is rumored to come with 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of internal storage, a 4,500 mAh battery, and support for 67 W fast charging (0% - 100% in 38 minutes).

Furthermore, POCO F4 5G is said to sport stereo speakers, an in-display fingerprint sensor on the side, a 20 MP selfie camera, and a rear setup comprising a 64 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2 MP macro lens.

Detailed article: POCO confirms upcoming launch of POCO F4 5G with Snapdragon flagship chip.

Leaked Hands-on Photos Reveal POCO F4 5G with Familiar Redmi K Series Design (Update: 08/06)

On June 8th, real-life images of the POCO F4 5G surfaced, showcasing a design reminiscent of the Redmi K50 Pro and Redmi K40S. According to GSMArena and Rootmygalaxy, the POCO F4 5G's rear camera setup resembles that of the Redmi K40S, but with a higher 64 MP main sensor (with OIS) instead of the 48 MP found in the Redmi phone.

In addition to the camera changes, the POCO F4 5G is expected to feature a 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate, 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of internal storage, a 4,500 mAh battery, and support for 67 W fast charging (0% - 100% in 38 minutes).

Furthermore, it's rumored that the POCO F4 5G will utilize the Snapdragon 870 chip, boast a loudspeaker, embed the fingerprint sensor into the side power button, sport a 20 MP selfie camera, and house three rear cameras: a 64 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2 MP macro lens.

Detailed article: POCO F4 5G's real-life photos reveal a familiar design from the Redmi K series.

POCO F4 spotted on reputable certification website, expected to feature Snapdragon 870 (Update: 10/05)

On May 10th, the POCO F4 surprisingly appeared in the IMEI database of the GSM Association, just one day after the first sale of the POCO M4 Pro 5G. Sources suggest that the upcoming POCO phone could be a rebranded version of the Redmi K40S and may boast impressive specifications.

According to a citation from Gizmochina, leaker Mukul Sharma discovered the POCO F4 (Indian variant) in the IMEI database and shared images of this information. Although the database image does not directly mention the device's name, with model number 220212111RI, it is believed to be related to the upcoming POCO F4. Additionally, the model number ending with the letter 'I' suggests that this phone is intended for the Indian market and will soon be launched there.

As of now, POCO has been a significant success for Xiaomi, marking a notable presence in India over the past 4 years. This subsidiary brand has been renowned for offering devices with powerful specifications at relatively affordable prices. However, recently, it seems the company has followed the footsteps of past OnePlus: focusing more on rebranding existing smartphones rather than innovating new models.

According to various leaked sources, POCO F4 is expected to feature a 6.3-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate. The device is slated to have a triple camera setup on the back comprising a 50 MP main sensor, a 13 MP ultra-wide sensor, a 5 MP tele-macro sensor, and a 32 MP selfie camera. Additionally, the device is also rumored to sport a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor with LPDDR5 RAM, run Android 12, and house a 4,500 mAh battery with 67 W fast charging support.

Detailed article: POCO F4 spotted on reputable certification website, expected to feature Snapdragon chip.

Impressive POCO F4 design concept (updated: 08/11)

Recently, the technology website Techiside published a design concept of the POCO F4 with some extremely impressive lines as follows:

It can be seen that in this design concept, the POCO F4 appears entirely different from Xiaomi's previous offerings. The device features square edges, exuding a robust and powerful appearance rather than following the curved style of other products.

The rear of the device still features a triple camera setup. I quite like this camera design for its neatness, avoiding excessive bulkiness or occupying too much space on the back. Additionally, the front of the device will sport a hole-punch display, optimizing screen space for users.

Overall, this is quite an interesting concept table for designs that are becoming somewhat dull in the smartphone market. I'm also looking forward to Xiaomi making significant changes to upcoming products in terms of appearance, such as using square frames.

POCO F4 could be the rebranded version of Redmi K50 for global market (Updated: 28/07/2021)

Xiaomi offers users a variety of product lines, among which the Redmi K series stands out with powerful specifications at a reasonable price. If you remember, after introducing the Redmi K40 in the domestic market, Xiaomi also launched the POCO F3 with similar specifications for the global market.

Turning back to the POCO F4, it's highly likely that this will also be a rebranded version of the Redmi K50 for release in other countries. Therefore, similar to the Redmi K series, the POCO F4 is expected to inherit features such as powerful specs and an affordable price tag.

POCO F4 boasts powerful specs with Snapdragon 888

According to information from Phone Techx, Xiaomi is set to unveil the POCO F4 - a phone with robust performance - by the end of September 2021 (expected) in the Indian market.

As we know, the POCO F3 is a phone that brings users highly premium hardware features and is equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset. Therefore, in the upcoming POCO F4, the company might go big by outfitting its phone with the flagship Snapdragon chipset (specifically, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 manufactured on a 5nm process), which would be a significant upgrade for the upcoming POCO F4.

With the strength from the Snapdragon Elite Gaming of this chipset, POCO F4 users can smoothly play games in the highest HDR quality graphics. Additionally, with Qualcomm's Game Quick Touch technology, it enhances responsiveness by 20%, significantly reduces latency, and provides many advantages when playing popular games like PUBG Mobile, Arena of Valor, League of Legends: Wild Rift, and more.

Not only does POCO F4 deliver powerful performance with the Snapdragon 888 chipset, but it can also be used as a professional camera thanks to the Qualcomm Spectra 580 ISP technology integrated into this Snapdragon chipset. With this technology, POCO F4 can capture up to 120 frames per second continuously, producing high-resolution photos or recording videos with up to 4K HDR resolution.

POCO F4 with higher resolution display

According to the information I've received, POCO F4 may feature a screen size of 6.6 inches, no longer the 6.7-inch size like on POCO F3. I think if this becomes a reality, it shouldn't be too much of a concern because the screen sizes of these two devices are not significantly different.

Despite having a slightly smaller screen, POCO F4 may be equipped with a higher resolution of 2K+ (1,440 x 3,216 pixels) compared to POCO F3 (1,080 x 2,400 pixels).

POCO F4 might still use an AMOLED display panel and excel in gaming optimization with a super-smooth 120 Hz refresh rate. The 360 Hz touch sampling rate provides ultra-responsive feedback, similar to its predecessor POCO F3. Gaming transitions and video playback become much smoother thanks to these enhancements.

POCO F4 with a 4,500 mAh battery paired with fast charging technology up to 65 W

Xiaomi might slightly reduce the battery capacity on POCO F4 compared to the 4,520 mAh battery of POCO F3, but I think it's not too much of a concern. Instead, POCO F4 will come with a charger that supports higher fast charging power than its predecessor, up to 65 W.

If indeed true, this could be considered a plus point for POCO F4 compared to its predecessor. With this charger, the 4,500 mAh battery of POCO F4 will quickly reach full charge, saving us a lot of time. Since the Snapdragon 888 chip consumes a lot of the phone's energy, equipping it with a charger that supports fast charging up to 65 W is very reasonable.

With this upgrade in the charging adapter, POCO F4 may still not support wireless charging, but I think this is not a major drawback for this device.

Here are the latest leaked details about POCO F4. What are your thoughts on this upcoming POCO phone? Feel free to share your opinions in the comments below! Thank you for reading through to the end of my article.

Note: This article will be regularly updated with the latest information until the official launch of POCO F4.

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