POCO X6 5G Nears Launch with Recent BIS and IMDA Certifications

Highlights

• POCO X6 5G receives certifications from BIS and IMDA, hinting at an imminent launch.
• The device is speculated to be a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 13 Pro.
• Features may include a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display and Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC.
• Expected to offer up to 16GB RAM, 512GB storage, and a 200MP primary camera.

The upcoming POCO X6 5G is inching closer to its launch, as evidenced by its recent certifications.

The smartphone has been seen on two significant platforms, signaling its imminent arrival in various markets.

Certifications Signalling an Upcoming Launch

The POCO X6 5G has made its appearance on the BIS certification platform, bearing the model number 23122PCD1I.

Notable leaker Mukul Sharma first spotted this development.

Additionally, the global version of the POCO X6 5G, identified by model number 23122PCD1G, where ‘G’ denotes the global model, has been certified by IMDA.

These certifications are strong indicators that the POCO X6 5G’s launch in India and globally is just around the corner.

However, details about the phone from these listings remain limited.

Expected Features and Specifications

While the certifications don’t reveal much, speculations suggest that the POCO X6 5G could be a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 13/Note 13 Pro 5G models.

This theory is backed by tipster Kacper Skrzypek, known for accurate Xiaomi and POCO leaks.

He suggests that the POCO X6 5G might mirror the Redmi Note 13 Pro from China, contrary to earlier beliefs that the POCO X6 Pro would fill this role.

The Redmi Note 13 and Note 13 Pro are known for their impressive specifications.

They feature a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, and a punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera, and are powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC and MediaTek Dimensity 6080 SoC respectively.

They offer up to 16GB RAM, 512GB storage expandable via microSD, run on Android 13-based MIUI 14, and boast significant camera upgrades.

The Redmi Note 13 Pro has a 200MP primary sensor, while the Redmi Note 13 features a 100MP camera.

FAQs

What do the recent certifications indicate about the POCO X6 5G?

The BIS and IMDA certifications for the POCO X6 5G suggest that its launch in India and global markets is near. These certifications are crucial steps before a smartphone is officially released.

What are the expected specifications of the POCO X6 5G?

The POCO X6 5G is expected to feature a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC, up to 16GB RAM, and 512GB storage. It might also have a 200MP primary camera, following the specs of the Redmi Note 13 Pro.

Is the POCO X6 5G a rebranded version of any existing phone?

Yes, it’s speculated that the POCO X6 5G could be a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 13 Pro. This speculation is based on similarities in model numbers and features.

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