PhoneLifespan

A79 5G vs Poco C71 4G

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Winner

Xiaomi Poco C71 4G

Lifespan decides this one: the Poco C71 4G is supported until Apr 2029 at $2.23 per month of safe use, while the A79 5G runs out in Oct 2026 ($42.59/month). On a which-lasts-longer question, that's not a tie — it's the whole answer.

Value Score: A79 5G 40 · Poco C71 4G 69 — methodology

The lifespan decider

When specs are close, support length decides it — this is what each phone costs per month of safe use.

Oppo A79 5G $185
Avoid buying$42.59/mo
2023◆ Buy-by Oct 20242026
Xiaomi Poco C71 4G $75
Buy with care$2.23/mo
2025◆ Buy-by Apr 20272029

Category by category

Display
A79 5G 50Poco C71 4G 70

The Poco C71 4G's screen is the better one — 6.88-inch ips lcd, hd+, 120hz.

Performance
A79 5G 55Poco C71 4G 55

Performance is a wash — same chip tier.

Camera
A79 5G 55Poco C71 4G 40

The A79 5G has the stronger camera system — same lens count, higher-grade sensors.

Battery
A79 5G 80Poco C71 4G 84

5,200mAh vs 5,000mAh — the Poco C71 4G lasts longer between charges.

Software longevity
A79 5G 5Poco C71 4G 40

The Poco C71 4G is supported until Apr 2029 — 29 months longer than the A79 5G.

Value
A79 5G 40Poco C71 4G 69

Overall value goes to the Poco C71 4G at $2.23 per month of safe use.

Full spec table
SpecA79 5GPoco C71 4G
Price (street)$185$75
Display6.72-inch IPS LCD, FHD+, 90Hz, Panda Glass6.88-inch IPS LCD, HD+, 120Hz
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 6020 (12nm)Unisoc T7250 (12nm)
RAM8GB4GB/6GB
Storage128GB/256GB64GB/128GB
Battery5,000 mAh5,200 mAh
Charging33W SUPERVOOC wired15W wired
Rear cameras50MP main, 2MP depth32MP main
Dimensions165.6 × 76 × 8 mm171.79 × 77.8 × 8.26 mm
Weight193 g193 g
Water resistanceIP54IP52
Supported untilOct 2026Apr 2029
A79 5G full verdict →Poco C71 4G full verdict →Longevity master board →

Scores and verdicts are computed from our verified database — see exactly how. Specs from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers.