Poco expanded its M-series smartphone lineup in India with the launch of the Poco M6 Plus 5G earlier this week. This affordable phone starts at Rs 12,999 and has a Samsung ISOCELL HM6 sensor on the back and a 6.79-inch LCD screen. Meanwhile, Oppo has also launched its new K12x 5G phone in India, which is also priced under Rs 15,000.
Starting at Rs 12,999, the Oppo K12x is said to be the most rugged phone in its price range with a 360-degree damage-free design.
It is equipped with a MediaTek chip, a 5100mAh battery and a 45W SuperVOOC charger. Here are the details of the new Poco M6 Plus vs Oppo K12x smartphone comparison.
Poco M6 Plus vs Oppo K12x: A comparison
| Feature | Poco M6 Plus 5G | Oppo K12x 5G |
| Price | Rs 12,999 (6GB+128GB), Rs 14,499 (8GB+128GB) | Rs 12,999 (6GB+128GB), Rs 15,999 (8GB+256GB) |
| Colors | Ice Silver, Misty Lavender, Graphite Black | Breeze Blue, Midnight Violet |
| Display | 6.79-inch LCD, 2400×1080 FHD+, 120Hz AdaptiveSync | 6.67-inch Ultra Bright display, 120Hz, 1000 nits |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB (Up to 16GB with virtual RAM) | 6GB / 8GB (Up to 8GB RAM expansion) |
| Storage | 128GB UFS 2.2 | 128GB / 256GB |
| Main Camera | 108MP dual rear camera (Samsung ISOCELL HM6 sensor) | 32MP AI main camera + 2MP secondary camera |
| Front Camera | 13MP | 8MP |
| Battery | 5,030mAh, 33W fast charging | 5,100mAh, 45W SUPERVOOC Flash Charge |
| Operating System | Xiaomi HyperOS based on Android 14 | Android-based ColorOS |
| Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz/5GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, USB Type-C | 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
| Security | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor | IP54 water and dust resistance |
| Special Features | TÜV Rheinland low blue light certification | 360° damage-proof armour body |
| Dimensions & Weight | 161.74 x 76.32 x 8.55 mm, 190g | 7.68 mm slim, 186g |
| Availability | The sale starts on August 15 on Flipkart | The phone is available since August 2 on Flipkart, Oppo stores |
Poco M6 Plus vs Oppo K12x: Key Differences
Both Poco M6 Plus 5G and Oppo K12x 5G offer impressive features in their budget price range. While the Poco M6 Plus 5G stands out with its display size and camera resolution, the Oppo K12x 5G comes with fast charging, a large battery and excellent build quality.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
