Poco C40 vs Poco M7
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Poco M7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco M7 leads — 32/100 vs 11/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco C40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M7 doesn't; the Poco C40 is noticeably lighter (204g vs 224g).
Poco C40
Poco M7
- Lighter: 204g vs 224g
- Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 20/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Poco M7, the Poco M7 scores 21 points higher (32/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M7 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M7 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Poco M7 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M7 notably outperforms the Poco C40 (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Poco C40 notably outperforms the Poco M7 (45/100 vs 20/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M7 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco C40 | Poco M7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 467392 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 224 g | |
| Price | — | $110 |
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Poco M7
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Poco M7
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco M7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco C40
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Poco M7 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco M7 notably outperforms the Poco C40 (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco C40 notably outperforms the Poco M7 (45/100 vs 20/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco M7 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Poco M7?
The Poco M7 significantly outperforms the Poco C40 by 21 points (32/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Poco M7?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Poco M7 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C40 or the Poco M7?
The Poco M7 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Poco M7?
The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco M7 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.