Poco expands Tablet Lineup with Pad X1 and Pad M1: A Deep Dive
Poco has just unveiled two new tablets designed to cater to a range of needs and budgets: the Poco Pad X1 and the Poco Pad M1. These additions to Poco’s portfolio promise a blend of performance, immersive displays, and long-lasting battery life. Let’s take a detailed look at what each tablet offers.
Poco Pad X1: Power and Visual Fidelity
The Poco Pad X1 is geared towards users who prioritize performance and a premium viewing experience. It boasts an 11.2-inch LCD display with a remarkably smooth 144Hz refresh rate, ensuring fluid visuals whether you’re gaming or scrolling. You’ll also appreciate the 3.2K resolution and a peak brightness of 800 nits, making content vibrant and easily visible even in luminous conditions.
Furthermore, the display supports HDR10, Dolby Vision, and a dedicated Sunlight mode for optimal viewing in any environment. Under the hood,the Pad X1 is powered by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 SoC,paired with 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. This combination delivers snappy performance for multitasking and demanding applications.
Here’s a quick rundown of key features:
* Display: 11.2-inch 3.2K LCD, 144Hz refresh rate, 800 nits brightness, HDR10, Dolby Vision
* Processor: Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3
* Memory: 8GB LPDDR5X RAM
* Storage: 512GB UFS 4.0
* Cameras: 13MP rear, 8MP front
* Battery: 8,850mAh with 45W fast charging
* Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4
* Design: All-metal unibody, 6.18mm thin, 500g weight
* Audio: Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos
* Other: IR blaster
You’ll enjoy immersive audio thanks to the quad speakers with Dolby Atmos support, and the inclusion of an IR blaster adds convenient control over your smart home devices. The Pad X1 features a sleek, all-metal unibody design, available in Blue and Gray, and is impressively thin at just 6.18mm and weighs 500g.
Poco Pad M1: Extended Battery Life and Immersive Entertainment
If battery life and a larger screen are your priorities, the Poco Pad M1 is an excellent choice. It features a generous 12,000mAh battery, supported by 33W fast charging, allowing you to power through your day without constantly searching for an outlet. The Pad M1 sports a larger 12.1-inch LCD panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 2.5K resolution.
You’ll experience vibrant colors and good clarity with a peak brightness of 600 nits (HBM). Like the X1, it also supports Dolby vision and a Sunlight mode. the Pad M1 is equipped with the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset and comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage, with the option to expand storage via a microSD card.
Here’s a breakdown of the Pad M1’s specifications:
* Display: 12.1-inch 2.5K LCD, 120Hz refresh rate, 600 nits brightness, Dolby Vision
* Processor: Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
* Memory: 8GB RAM
* Storage: 256GB UFS 2.2 (expandable via microSD)
* Cameras: 8MP rear,
