Poco Pad C1 launches with familiar specs
Poco’s New Budget Tablet Is Here: Everything You Need to Know About the Poco Pad C1
Poco just quietly expanded its lineup with a brand-new tablet, and while it didn’t come with a massive launch event, it’s definitely worth a look if you’re in the market for an affordable daily driver. The Poco Pad C1 has officially appeared on the company’s global website, though tech enthusiasts will likely spot the family resemblance immediately.
A Familiar Face with a New Badge
If the specs on the Poco Pad C1 feel like déjà vu, there’s a good reason for that. This is essentially a rebranded version of the Redmi Pad 2 9.7, which hit the scene just last month. Xiaomi has a history of sharing hardware across its sub-brands, and this latest move brings that reliable Redmi foundation over to the Poco ecosystem.
Display and Performance
Despite its entry-level positioning, the Poco Pad C1 doesn’t skimp where it counts. The centerpiece is a 9.7-inch LCD screen featuring a crisp 2048×1280 resolution. What’s particularly impressive is the 120Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate—features that make scrolling and navigating feel much smoother than your average budget slate. With a peak brightness of 600 nits, it should hold up reasonably well even in brighter rooms.
Under the hood, things are kept moving by the Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2 chipset. You’ll have a few configurations to choose from:
- 4GB or 6GB of RAM
- 64GB or 128GB of internal storage
- A 7,600 mAh battery to keep you powered through the day
While the 18W wired charging isn’t the fastest on the market, the battery size is generous for a device of this size.
Build and Portability
Poco has kept the design sleek and portable. The tablet weighs in at just 406g and is only 7.4mm thick, making it an easy choice for students or commuters who need to toss a device in their bag without the bulk. On the camera front, you’ll find an 8MP sensor on the back for quick documents and a 5MP front-facing camera for video calls.
Availability
The Poco Pad C1 will be available in two classic colors: Blue and Grey. While official pricing hasn’t been pinned down for every region just yet, expect to see it popping up at major retailers globally very soon. If you’re looking for a solid, no-nonsense tablet for media consumption and light productivity, this might be one to keep on your radar.