POCO has recently announced the POCO F6 series, and now they are gearing up for the POCO F7 series. Gizmochina has discovered the new smartphones listed in the IMEI database. The POCO F7 series is anticipated to debut in about a year, likely in May 2025. The flagship model, POCO F7 Pro, is set to offer notable enhancements and new features compared to its predecessor, the POCO F6 Pro.
The POCO F7 series is confirmed, but don’t get too excited yet
In approximately one year, the POCO F7 Pro will be officially unveiled, marking another milestone in Xiaomi’s well-regarded POCO F lineup. The POCO F7 series has been identified in the HyperOS source code, and the IMEI database reveals potential regions for its availability. This article delves into specifics about the POCO F7 Pro, with a follow-up article on the standard POCO F7 coming soon.
POCO F7 Pro 24122RKC7G
The POCO F7 Pro is designed for the global market, whereas in China, it will be known as the Redmi K80. Both models share identical specifications. The POCO F7 Pro’s model number is “24122RKC7G,” with the “G” signifying its global market designation. Conversely, the Redmi K80’s model number is “24122RKC7C,” with the “C” indicating it is exclusive to China. Essentially, the Redmi K80 will be rebranded as the POCO F7 Pro for international markets.
POCO F Pro and Redmi K series devices will be named after famous painters. The POCO F7 Pro will carry the codename “miro,” which also applies to the Redmi K80. Both models are being developed under this shared codename, inspired by the Spanish painter Joan Miro, born in Barcelona on April 20, 1893.
Expected Specifications and Launch Date
The POCO F7 Pro (Redmi K80) is anticipated to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, an upgrade from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 used in the POCO F6 Pro (Redmi K70). Other specifications are still under wraps. While the exact launch date is not yet confirmed, the POCO F7 Pro is expected to be introduced in May 2025, aligning with the May 2024 launch of the POCO F6 Pro. The Chinese variant, Redmi K80, is expected to make its debut in November 2024.
