Highlights
- Poco announces that both variants of the POCO C71 are now costlier by ₹1,000.
- The prices for the 4GB+64GB and 6GB+128GB variants are now ₹8,999 and ₹9,999, respectively.
- The device offers a 6.88-inch HD+ 120Hz display with TÜV certifications, Unisoc T7250 processor, up to 6GB RAM (+6GB virtual), 32MP rear camera, 8MP front camera and a 5200mAh battery with 15W fast charging.
POCO has increased the prices of its entry-level smartphone lineup in India, with the POCO C71 receiving a noticeable hike across all variants. The latest update reveals that both storage configurations of the device are now costlier by ₹1,000. Here are more details.
Poco C71 Price Hike – What’s Changed?
As per the latest pricing details, all variants of the Poco C71 have received a uniform price increase of ₹1,000. This applies to both the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage and the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage models, regardless of colour options.
Earlier, the Poco C71 was positioned aggressively in the budget segment, but the revised pricing slightly shifts its value proposition in the highly competitive entry-level smartphone market.
The revised prices for the Poco C71 are as follows –
POCO C71 – 4GB RAM + 64GB storage (Black, Blue, Gold)
- Old Price – ₹7,999
- Price Hike – ₹1,000
- New Price – ₹8,999
POCO C71 – 6GB RAM + 128GB storage (Black, Blue, Gold)
- Old Price – ₹8,999
- Price Hike – ₹1,000
- New Price – ₹9,999
This means customers looking to purchase the device will now have to pay more across all available configurations and colour variants. With the revised pricing, the base variant now sits closer to the ₹9,000 mark and the higher variant almost touches ₹10,000
Why The Price Hike
Price hikes in the budget category are often driven by rising component costs, supply chain challenges, or currency fluctuations. While POCO has not officially stated the reason behind this increase, such adjustments are not uncommon in the current market scenario.
For consumers, this means:
- Slightly reduced affordability for entry-level devices
- Increased importance of comparing alternatives before purchase
If you’re considering the POCO C71, it’s now more important than ever to weigh its features against similarly priced alternatives before making a decision.
Poco C71. (Image credit – Poco)
POCO C71 – Key Features
POCO C71, launched in India almost a year ago, comes in a 6.88-inch HD+ 120Hz display with TÜV low blue light, flicker-free and circadian certifications. It also has a Wet Touch Display for precise touch recognition even with wet hands.
The phone is powered by an Unisoc T7250 Octa-Core processor with up to 6GB of RAM and up to 6GB of virtual RAM. It also has a 32MP rear camera along with a secondary camera and an 8MP front camera. There is a 5200mAh battery with support for 15W fast charging.
FAQS
Q1. How much has the price of the Poco C71 increased in India?
Answer. Both variants of the Poco C71 have received a uniform price hike of ₹1,000. The 4GB+64GB model now costs ₹8,999, while the 6GB+128GB model is priced at ₹9,999.
Q2. Why did POCO increase the price of the C71?
Answer. POCO has not officially stated the reason, but price hikes in the budget segment are often due to rising component costs, supply chain challenges, or currency fluctuations.
Q3. What are the key features of the Poco C71 despite the price hike?
Answer. The Poco C71 offers a 6.88-inch HD+ 120Hz display with TÜV certifications, Wet Touch Display, Unisoc T7250 processor, up to 6GB RAM (+6GB virtual), 32MP rear camera, 8MP front camera, and a 5200mAh battery with 15W fast charging.
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