The Poco M3 Pro 5G smartphone gets a Malaysian release

By Digital News Asia June 3, 2021

Offers MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G chipset, 5G Dual SIM, 90Hz display for US$169
Features triple-camera setup, 5,000mAh battery and 6.5-inch display with DynamicSwitch

The Poco M3 Pro 5G smartphone gets a Malaysian release THE RECENTLY-released Poco M3 Pro 5G smartphone will be available in Malaysia from June 6. The affordable entry device into 5G offers a MediaTek Dimensity 700 5G chipset and 5G dual SIM support as well as a 90Hz display, all for a price of US$169 (RM699), Poco said in a statement.

[RM1 = US$0.242]

The use of MediaTek Dimensity technology offers users flagship-level performance while maintaining lower power consumption, Poco claimed. This is a 2.2GHz octa-core processor paired with the Mali-G57 GPU, which is touted to be able to load and play graphics-heavy games and video.

The 90Hz refresh rate on its 6.5-inch FHD DotDisplay also allows for smoother user experience and faster visuals, with the DynamicSwitch feature automatically switching the display’s refresh rate between 90Hz, 60Hz, 50Hz and 30Hz depending on the content. This will help the device save power, the company claimed.

The Poco M3 Pro 5G smartphone gets a Malaysian release As for its camera system, the Poco M3 Pro 5G offers a triple-camera setup. The main camera is a 48MP shooter that is coupled with 2MP macro camera and 2MP depth sensor. The expected host of camera features, from Night mode to time-lapse video and timed-burst are all available.

Providing the power is a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast-charging (a 22.5W charger is provided in-box). The device also includes an IR blaster, NFC support and (huzzah!) a 3.5mm headphone jack.

There’s a choice of three colours: POCO Yellow, Power Black and Cool Blue.

The Poco M3 Pro 5G will be available in Malaysia starting from June 6, in two storage variants: 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM, and 6GB+128GB. They are price at RM699 and RM799 respective, and can be purchased exclusively on Shopee.

For a limited time from June 6 to 7, the Poco M3 Pro 5G can be purchased at a 24-hour flash sale at a price of RM599 for the 4GB+64GB variant and RM699 for the 6GB+128GB configuration.