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Xiaomi Poco X3 NFC

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$150
Not US-official; USD-equivalent of global/Europe pricing
$269 at launch

How long will it last?

Our estimate

Supported until September 2023 · Buy-by September 2021

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Apple doesn't publish an end date, but iPhones have a consistent ~3-year update track record — on that basis the Poco X3 NFC should be supported until around September 2023. Buying it today still gets you about -2.8 years of safe use (Apple's written legal minimum is 5 years).

Source: Xiaomi's official policy · last verified 2026-06-13 · how we compute this

Our verdict

The original value champion: a 120Hz screen, big battery and real ultra-wide camera that defined the Poco X-series.

Pros

  • 120Hz LCD and stereo speakers at a low price
  • 64MP main plus a genuine 13MP ultra-wide camera
  • Large 5160mAh battery with 33W charging and NFC

Cons

  • Snapdragon 732G is now dated
  • Bulky and heavy at 215g
Best for: Buyers who want a proven all-rounder on a budgetBest for: Users who need NFC for contactless paymentsAvoid if: You want current performance or software supportAvoid if: You prefer a light, compact phone

Full specifications

Display

💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).

Screen6.67-inch IPS LCD, 2400x1080 (FHD+), 120Hz
Performance

💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 732G
RAM6GB / 8GB
Storage64GB / 128GB
Cameras

💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.

main64MP
ultra-wide13MP
front20MP
Battery & charging

💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.

Battery5,160 mAh
Charging33W wired
Build

💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.

Dimensions165.3 × 76.8 × 9.4 mm
Weight215 g
MaterialsGorilla Glass 5 front, plastic back and frame
Water resistanceIP53
Software & connectivity

💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.

SoftwareAndroid 10 with MIUI 12 at launch
Connectivity4G LTE, NFC, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, USB-C, 3.5mm jack
Update policy~2 years of updates (our estimate from Xiaomi's track record — written minimum is 5 years)

Better-value alternatives

Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.

Frequently asked questions

Does the Poco X3 NFC support contactless payments?

Yes. As the name suggests, it includes NFC, which the cheaper Poco X3 variant in some regions left out.

Does the Poco X3 NFC have an ultra-wide camera?

Yes. It pairs a 64MP main sensor with a real 13MP ultra-wide lens, making it more versatile than many later budget Pocos.

Is the Poco X3 NFC still supported with updates?

No. Launched in 2020 on Android 10, it has long passed the end of its roughly two-year OS and three-year security update period.

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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-06-13.