Poco has officially launched its Poco C61 in India, a budget-friendly smartphone designed for users seeking performance, style, and long-lasting battery life without stretching their budget. Positioned for value seekers, the Poco C61 combines modern design, decent specifications, and smooth day-to-day performance, making it one of the most attractive entry-level smartphones of 2025.
Sleek Design and Display
The Poco C61 sports a 6.71-inch HD+ LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate, delivering smooth scrolling and immersive visuals. Its 20:9 aspect ratio ensures a comfortable grip, while Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection keeps the screen safe from everyday scratches. The large screen size makes it ideal for streaming videos, gaming, and browsing social media.
Camera Setup
On the photography front, the Poco C61 features an 8MP AI rear camera paired with a secondary 0.08MP sensor, suitable for casual photography. The 5MP front camera supports selfies and video calls. With AI portrait mode and time-lapse functionality, it offers enough versatility for everyday social media content, even if it’s not a flagship-grade camera.
Performance and Storage
Powered by the MediaTek Helio G36 processor, the Poco C61 ensures stable performance for multitasking, streaming, and light gaming. The device offers up to 6GB RAM (including 3GB virtual RAM) and 128GB internal storage, expandable via microSD card. This combination guarantees smooth app switching and ample space for apps, media, and documents.
Battery and Connectivity
A large battery ensures the device easily lasts a full day, while the phone supports standard connectivity features like 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS. The clean MIUI interface based on Android 14 Go Edition makes the phone user-friendly and efficient.
Price and Availability
The Poco C61 is priced at ₹7,499 for the 4GB + 64GB variant and ₹8,499 for the 6GB + 128GB variant. Available on Flipkart with EMI options starting at ₹299/month, it is an accessible choice for budget-conscious buyers.
