The new device has been added to POCO F Series, the POCO F3 GT is a gaming smartphone that is available for Rs 26,999 in INDIA. It’s powered by widely used MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC and the phone has 5G support but POCO has only added two 5G Bands.
Related: POCO F3 GT Review
The smartphone has everything that you ever wanted in a smartphone including gaming triggers. So let’s see, is it worth spending Rs 26,999 on POCO F3 GT or Not?
Before that, here is the INDIA price of the POCO F3 GT.
| POCO F3 GT 6GB + 128GB | Rs 26,999 |
| POCO F3 GT 8GB + 128GB | Rs 28,999 |
| POCO F3 GT 8GB + 256GB | Rs 30,999 |
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Is It Worth Buying POCO F3 GT
Yes, the POCO F3 GT is worth buying because it has powerful MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC, solid build quality, in-built gaming triggers, 10bit 120Hz AMOLED display, Stereo Speakers, Massive 67W Fast Charging and decent cameras. Overall, if you wanted to buy the best gaming smartphone then this is it, go for POCO F3 GT.
Processor
The MediaTek Dimensity 1200 is a 5G processor and yes, the POCO F3 GT does have 5G support but POCO has only enabled the two 5G bands, on the other hand, OnePlus has enabled seven 5G bands on OnePlus Nord 2 5G.
Also Read: OnePlus Nord 2 5G review
This is pure cost-cutting from POCO. In short, don’t buy POCO F3 GT because of the 5G tag. By the way, the POCO has used Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on the front side as well as the rear side while there is a metal frame that gives a premium feel.
As this is a gaming smartphone, you don’t have to worry about performance, the phone gives the best performance on almost all mobile games. Also, POCO has added gaming triggers which are very helpful while playing games like BGMI or COD Mobile.
Cameras
Coming to cameras, the device features 64MP primary sensor, 8MP ultra-wide lens, and 2MP macro sensor while there is a 16MP selfie shooter.
As I have said in the POCO F3 GT review, it doesn’t have the best cameras under Rs 30,000 in INDIA.
In short, if you want the best cameras then OnePlus Nord 2 5G is a better option but if you’re not into photography and you will just post images on social media then POCO F3 GT is also a good option.
Battery Life
Battery Life depends on your smartphone use but that 5,000 mAH battery will give about a day battery while 67W fast charging will help the phone to charge from 0% to 100 in only 42 minutes.
While the device also has stereo speakers which give the best gaming experience. By the way, the POCO F3 GT doesn’t have a 3.5mm Audio jack or SD-card slot.
If you’re a gamer then this could be the best feature, the POCO F3 GT has three microphones which includes, one at the top, bottom and right side.
OnePlus Nord 2 5G Vs POCO F3 GT 5G
POCO F3 GT 5G is a gaming phone which also has a good camera but it’s not as good as OnePlus Nord 2 5G. Also, POCO F3 GT has only two 5G bands whereas OnePlus Nord 2 has six 5G bands.
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Overall, for gaming POCO F3 GT is the best option but if you’re a casual gamer then OnePlus Nord 2 is a good option.
Also, I will post a full comparison of these phones by tomorrow which will clear all of your answers. Till then do take look at the specs of POCO F3 GT and OnePlus Nord 2 5G.
| SPECS | OnePlus Nord 2 5G | POCO F3 GT 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Display Size | 6.43 inches FHD+ AMOLED | 6.67 inches FHD+ AMOLED |
| Screen Refresh Rate | 90Hz AMOLED | 120Hz AMOLED |
| OS | Android 11-Oxygen OS 11.3 | Android 11-MIUI 12.5 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 5G (6 nm) | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 5G (6 nm) |
| Rear Cameras | 50 MP Primary Sensor 8 MP Ultra-Wide 2 MP Macro | 64 MP Primary Sensor 8 MP Ultra-Wide 2 MP Macro |
| Front Camera | 32 MP Selfie Shooter | 16 MP Selfie Shooter |
| 5G Support | Yes | Yes |
| 5G Bands | NR NSA: N41, N78, N40 NR SA: N41, N78, N28A, N1, N3, N40 | n77/n78 |
| Sensors | In-display fingerprint sensor Accelerometer Electronic compass Gyroscope Ambient light sensor SAR Sensor Proximity sensor Sensor core | Proximity Sensor (Ultrasonic) 360 Degree Ambient Light Sensor Accelerometer, Gyroscope Electronic Compass Vibration Motor, IR Blaster |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Under-Display | Side-Mounted |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh (non-removable) | 5,060 mAh (non-removable) |
| Charging Speed | 65W wired fast Charging | 67W Wired Fast Charging |
| Weight | 189 Gram | 205 Gram |
| Price | 6GB Ram + 128GB storage: Rs 27,999 8GB Ram + 128GB storage: Rs 29,999 12GB Ram + 256GB storage: Rs 34,999 | 6GB Ram + 128GB storage: Rs 26,999 8GB Ram + 128GB storage: Rs 28,999 8GB Ram + 256GB storage: Rs 30,999 |
| Available at | Amazon.in | Flipkart.com |
Conclustion: Buy or Not?
Yes, the POCO F3 GT is worth buying and I have already told you why? if you wanted to buy a mid-budget gaming smartphone with a good camera then yes, POCO F3 GT is worth looking at.
Still, if you’re confused then do let me know in the comment section?
POCO F3 GT Full Specifications
| Launch Date | 23 July 2021 |
| First Sale | 26 July 2021, at noon via Flipkart |
| Display | 6.67 inches FHD+ AMOLED 10-bit display with HDR10+ support 480Hz touch sampling rate |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels resolution |
| Dimensions | 161.9 x 76.9 x 8.3 mm |
| Display Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Screen Refresh Rate | 120Hz AMOLED |
| Display Brightness | 500 Nits |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5) Metal frame Glass back (Gorilla Glass 5) |
| OS | Android 11-MIUI 12.5 |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT6893 Dimensity 1200 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G77 MC9 |
| CPU | Octa-core (1×3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3×2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Storage | 6GB Ram + 64GB Storage 8GB Ram + 128GB Storage 8GB Ram + 256GB Storage |
| Card Slot | hybrid sim slot |
| Rear Cameras | 64 MP Primary Sensor 8 MP Ultra-Wide 2 MP Macro |
| Video | 4k@30fps, 1080p@30fps/60fps |
| Front Camera | 16 MP Selfie Shooter |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| 3.5mm Jack | No |
| Stereo Speakers | Yes |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 |
| 5G Support | Yes |
| 5G Bands | n77/n78 |
| IR Blaster | Yes |
| Sensors | Proximity Sensor (Ultrasonic) 360 Degree Ambient Light Sensor Accelerometer, Gyroscope Electronic Compass Vibration Motor, IR Blaster |
| Gaming Feature | Physical pop-up gaming triggers |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Side-Mounted |
| Battery | 5,060 mAh (non-removable) L-shaped cable |
| Charging Speed | 67W Wired Fast Charging |
| Charging Time | 100% in 42 minutes |
| Modal Number | MZB09C4IN |
| Colours | Black, Gray, Silver |
| Weight | 205 Gram |
| SAR Value | Head: 0.815 W/Kg Body: 0.485 W/Kg |
| Price | 6GB Ram + 128GB storage: Rs 26,999 8GB Ram + 128GB storage: Rs 28,999 8GB Ram + 256GB storage: Rs 30,999 |
| In the box | Handset, Adapter, USB Type-C Cable Type-C to 3.5mm Headphone Adapter SIM Eject Tool, Protective Case Quick Start Guide and Warranty Card |
| Available at | Flipkart |
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