Poco F6 review: New benchmark for smartphones under ₹30,000

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Poco F6 for over a month now, and here's my detailed take on how the device has fared in real-world usage. So, without further ado, let's dive right in and find out whether the new Poco F6 is worth your hard-earned money.Inside the Poco F6's black and yellow cardboard box, you will find the device itself, a Type A to Type C USB cable, a charging brick, some paperwork, a SIM ejector tool and a black plastic case.

There is also a pre-applied plastic coating on the screen to protect the device from scratches.The Poco F6 is available in two colourways: Titanium and Black. I received the latter, and in terms of design, the phone is nothing to brag about.

It comes with a plain polycarbonate back with a slightly shiny finish, which gives the device a minimalist look. The plastic back means that the Poco F6 is susceptible to fingerprints and smudges, but the black colour makes them harder to notice.There are two coin-shaped cutouts on the back for the primary and ultra-wide-angle cameras, followed by the flash and the Poco branding in the top right-hand corner.

The circular camera layouts mean that the Poco F6 does tend to wobble when placed on a flat surface, but this problem becomes slightly manageable when using the bundled case.Also Read | Infinix GT 20 Pro Review: A gaming phone that doesn't break the bankOn the front is a flat AMOLED panel with a small circular cut-out that houses the selfie camera. The volume keys and power button are nicely stacked on the phone's right side, while the other side is completely empty.Weighing just 179g, the Poco F6 feels quite lightweight and comfortable to grip.

I had no problems taking long phone calls or carrying the device in my pocket for long periods of time. Speaking of calls, the