POCO X2
120Hz mid-ranger with Snapdragon 730G and 64 MP.
The POCO X2 is a mid-range Xiaomi smartphone released Feb 2020, with a launch price of $230. It pairs the Snapdragon 730G with a 6.67" FHD+ IPS 120Hz display, a 64 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth main camera and a 4500 mAh, 27W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 74/100 — First sub-$230 120Hz phone. Standout strengths: 120hz at sub-$230 was unheard of and imx686 64 mp main. Main trade-off: ips not amoled.
First sub-$230 120Hz phone.
Poco X2 (the rebadged Redmi K30) brought a 120Hz display to the sub-$230 tier for the first time, paired with the IMX686 64 MP sensor and stereo speakers. It kicked off the high-refresh-rate race in budget phones.
Read the full review- 120Hz at sub-$230 was unheard of
- IMX686 64 MP main
- Stereo speakers + 3.5 mm + microSD
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the POCO X2 compares
| POCO X2 | Moto G85 | Redmi Note 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 74 | 74 | 74 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 730G | SD 6s Gen 3 | Dimensity 1080 |
| Display | 6.67" FHD+ IPS 120Hz | 6.67" pOLED 120 Hz | 6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 64 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth | 50 MP · f/1.8 | 50 MP · f/1.88 |
| Battery | 4500 mAh, 27W | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $230 | $299 | $299 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the POCO X2 released?
The POCO X2 was released in Feb 2020.
How much does the POCO X2 cost?
The POCO X2 launched at $230 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the POCO X2 screen size and type?
The POCO X2 has a 6.67" FHD+ IPS 120Hz display.
What chipset does the POCO X2 use?
The POCO X2 is powered by the Snapdragon 730G chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the POCO X2 have?
The POCO X2 ships with 6/8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the POCO X2 battery capacity?
The POCO X2 has a 4500 mAh, 27W battery.
What is the POCO X2 main camera?
The POCO X2 has a 64 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth main camera.
Does the POCO X2 have a headphone jack?
The POCO X2 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the POCO X2 weigh?
The POCO X2 weighs 208 g.
What colours does the POCO X2 come in?
The POCO X2 is available in 3 colours: Matrix Purple, Atlantis Blue, Phoenix Red.
Is the POCO X2 worth buying?
Poco X2 (the rebadged Redmi K30) brought a 120Hz display to the sub-$230 tier for the first time, paired with the IMX686 64 MP sensor and stereo speakers. It kicked off the high-refresh-rate race in budget phones. SpecEagle gives the POCO X2 an editorial score of 74/100.
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