Poco M7 Plus 5G: A New Budget Champion with a Massive Battery

Poco has once again stirred up the budget 5G market with the launch of the Poco M7 Plus 5G. Positioned as a strong contender in the sub-₹15,000 price segment, this new addition to the M-series family is making waves with its standout feature: a colossal 7,000mAh battery.¹ Launched on August 13, 2025, the M7 Plus 5G aims to provide a long-lasting and immersive experience for budget-conscious consumers.²

Powering Through: Battery and Performance

The headline feature is undeniably the 7,000mAh silicon-carbon non-removable battery, which supports 33W wired fast charging and even 18W reverse wired charging.³ Poco promises multi-day usage for moderate users, easily topping competitors in this price bracket. This immense power source is designed for those who value uninterrupted streaming, gaming, and social media scrolling.⁴

Under the hood, the Poco M7 Plus 5G is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 octa-core processor.⁵ Built on a 6nm architecture, the chipset is paired with up to 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM (with up to 8GB of virtual RAM expansion) and 128GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage, which is also expandable up to 2TB via a hybrid microSD slot.⁶ While not a top-tier gaming chip, the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 is designed to handle daily tasks and moderate gaming with smooth, stable performance, especially when running on the latest HyperOS 2.0 based on Android 15.⁷ Poco has also committed to two major OS updates and four years of security patches, adding value to the software experience.⁸

Immersive Display and Design

The M7 Plus 5G features an expansive 6.9-inch Full-HD+ (1080×2340 pixels) IPS LCD display.⁹ Its large size makes it perfect for media consumption, earning it a comparison to a small tablet in hand. The panel boasts a rapid 144Hz refresh rate and an 850 nits peak brightness, ensuring smooth visuals and decent outdoor readability, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3.¹⁰ However, some critics note the choice of an IPS LCD over an AMOLED panel as a drawback compared to certain rivals.

In terms of build, the phone has a contemporary design with a matte finish back panel that resists fingerprints.¹¹ It measures ¹²$169.48 \times 80.45 \times 8.40\text{ mm}$ and weighs 217 grams, which is noticeably bulky but understandable given the massive battery.¹³ For added durability, it carries an IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance.¹⁴ A side-mounted fingerprint sensor provides quick security.

Camera Capabilities

For photography, the Poco M7 Plus 5G comes equipped with a dual rear camera setup, featuring a 50-megapixel primary sensor accompanied by an auxiliary lens.¹⁵ The main camera is capable of capturing detailed shots in good lighting.¹⁶ For selfies and video calls, there’s an 8-megapixel front-facing camera.¹⁷ Both the front and rear cameras are capable of recording video up to ¹⁸$1080p$ at ¹⁹$30\text{fps}$.²⁰ While the main sensor delivers respectable results, the camera setup is considered competent for the price segment but not its strongest selling point, with average performance noted for the wide-angle shots and limited video options.²¹

Pricing and Availability

The Poco M7 Plus 5G is available in India in three attractive colors: Aqua Blue, Carbon Black, and Chrome Silver.²² The base variant (4GB RAM, 128GB Storage) starts at a highly competitive price, making it one of the most affordable 5G phones with such a large battery.

The Poco M7 Plus 5G is a strong recommendation for anyone prioritizing exceptional battery life and an immersive large screen on a budget. It successfully blends powerful endurance with an up-to-date user experience, cementing Poco’s reputation for delivering value-for-money smartphones.