Kathmandu, Nepal 31st May, 2021 – POCO, the industry-redefining smartphone brand, today announced the launch of its latest budget smartphone, POCO M3 in Nepal. Boasting a 48MP triple camera setup, 6,000 mAh battery, a beautiful FHD+ smartphone display, and a Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 662 chipset, POCO M3 is the next “it” device for young entertainment-on-the-move enthusiasts.

POCO M3 marks the debut of POCO Nepal’s M-series: the brand’s foray into an entirely new category. The new product line builds on POCO Global’s success competing with top-of-the line flagships with its F-series, as well as the impact of its X series in the mid-range category, opening the brand up to a new set of global tech lovers.”

Commenting on the launch, Sourabh Kothari, Country General Manager, Xiaomi Nepal said “POCO M3 brings a truly elevated experience to our users, featuring a powerful camera, 6000 mAh battery and FHD+ display. With POCO M3, our users can spend more time doing the things they love, including streaming, listening to music, and recording videos using the triple camera setup. We’re flipping the device category on its head with POCO M3, providing more than you expect at every level.”

POCO M3 - More than you expect

Superb battery life without compromises

Equipped with the largest battery capacity in its class, POCO M3 guarantees that even the most avid gamers will be fully powered to browse, connect, and stream throughout the day with its mighty 6,000mAh high charge cycle battery. The phone is expected to last over 5 days under light usage, and slightly below 3 days under moderate usage. It takes roughly 1.5 days* for the battery to be fully drained under heavy usage. Meanwhile, POCO M3 packs a punch with its specially-designed battery, built to withstand high temperatures and nearly 2.5 years* of usage without notable degradation, ensuring a long-lasting experience.

In addition to its durability, POCO M3 provides a faster and more consistent charging speed for users on the go with its MIUI ultra battery saving mode and 18W fast charge. The device comes with a 22.5W in-box charger and supports reverse wired charging, offering enhanced convenience.

Stunning display for endless entertainment

A true entertainment beast, POCO M3 sports a 6.53” FHD+ Dot Drop display with 2340x1080 high resolution, along with an impressive 1,500:1 contrast ratio and 19.5:9 aspect ratio for a dazzling edge-to-edge viewing experience. ItsCorning® Gorilla® Glass 3 front screen offers ample protection against drops and scratches, while its anti-fingerprint textured back cover provides a secure grip and superior light-weight feel. POCO M3 is equipped with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor that enables a minimalistic front screen design without compromising user accessibility.

POCO M3 is easy on the eyes in more ways than one – it’s TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certified, meaning users can watch hours of content with minimal eye strain. Boasting a dual speaker system with dust blaster, POCO M3 provides superior sound with powerful bass for an immersive indoor entertainment experience.

48MP triple camera set-up with bonus photography features

Ready to take your photography skills to the next level, POCO M3 flaunts an attractively priced 48MP triple camera on the smartphone market, supported by a 2MP macro camera and 2MP depth sensor. Meanwhile, your selfie game is sure to stay strong thanks to the device’s 8MP selfie camera.

And the fun only continues with POCO M3’s creative new software offerings. Movie frame gives photos a cinematic flavor, while Time-lapse leverages various speed values to capture different scenes. Night Mode enhances photos taken in dark environments by boosting the color contrast, while Color focus can make specific tones pop so you can stand out like a stud. Capturing killer moments and upping your social game has never been easier!

Delivering brilliant mobile performance without breaking the bank

Featuring a Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 662 processor, POCO M3 delivers a brilliant experience never seen before in this price tier. With Qualcomm® Adreno™ 610 GPU, you’ll get a smooth gaming and video experience – and the opportunity to store high-quality photos at half the size. POCO M3’s 11nm processor delivers higher performance, less heat production and lower power consumption, making it a must-have device in its category. With its UFS storage promising higher performance, speed, and multitasking, you will edge out the competition when it comes to opening apps and games quicker than your opponent.

Experience effortless entertainment from the palm of your hand with the smooth operating system. The MIUI Game Booster allows you to track CPU and GPU usage in real time, while the voice changer brings a little spice to your gaming experience. What’s more is you can cast your screen onto an external monitor, making sure your friends can join in on the fun.

Distinguish yourself from the others with a unique design

At less than 200g, POCO M3 delivers a stylish design that won’t weigh you down and in a material that ensures you won’t lose your grip. The redesigned side-mounted fingerprint scanner is easily accessible, allowing you to unlock your phone in a jiffy, and includes a smaller groove and rounded corners to minimize sharp edges. POCO M3 also offers 20% more battery life with its 6,000 mAh battery weighing less than competitors.

Availability and Price:

POCO M3 will be available in three color variants: Cool Blue, POCO Yellow, and Power Black, across authorized Stores, online and retail partners starting June 07, 2021.

Building on the philosophy of 'Everything you need and nothing you don't', POCO continues to cater its audience and appeal to new customers alike, with this latest addition to their portfolio.
4GB+64GB: NPR 17,999
4GB+128GB: NPR 19,999

About POCO

POCO is an independent smartphone brand under Xiaomi Group launched in 2018 by a highly-experienced and passionate team of smartphone industry professionals.

Its first release – POCO F1 – swiftly propelled the brand in popularity among tech enthusiasts and media, all thanks to its incredible performance.

As part of its vision, POCO aims to bring ultimate performance and latest technologies to a larger user base by delivering only the innovations that truly matter, hence the motto “everything you need, nothing you don’t”.

*All data regarding charging and battery are obtained from the lab. Results may vary based on individual conditions.

**T&C apply