Xiaomi·Budget · Released Mar 2024
POCO C61
An ultra-budget phone with a 90 Hz screen under $100.
40/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$90
Color · Mystical Green
Display
6.71" LCD 90 Hz
Chipset
Helio G36
Memory
4 GB · 64 GB
Main cam
8 MP · f/2.0
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
192 g
AI Snapshot
A rock-bottom-price phone.
POCO C61 hits a very low price while still offering a 90 Hz screen, a 5,000 mAh battery and microSD — a basic but functional choice for first phones and backups.
Subscores · 0–100
Display54
Camera38
Performance34
Battery76
Build56
Value56
- 90 Hz screen under $100.
- 5,000 mAh + microSD.
- IP52 splash resistance.
- Cheapest entry point.
Full specifications
Type
IPS LCD, 90 Hz
Size
6.71 inches
Resolution
1,650 × 720 px
Main
8 MP, f/2.0
Selfie
5 MP
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -93.2%
This
110,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -93.1%
This
200
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -89.5%
This
850
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -96.8%
This
2.0 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the POCO C61 released?
The POCO C61 was released in Mar 2024.
What is the POCO C61 screen size and type?
The POCO C61 has a 6.71" LCD 90 Hz display.
What chipset does the POCO C61 use?
The POCO C61 is powered by the Helio G36 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the POCO C61 have?
The POCO C61 ships with 4 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the POCO C61 battery capacity?
The POCO C61 has a 5,000 mAh battery.
What is the POCO C61 main camera?
The POCO C61 has a 8 MP · f/2.0 main camera.
Does the POCO C61 have 5G?
The POCO C61 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the POCO C61 waterproof?
The POCO C61 is rated IP52 for dust and water resistance.