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POCO F9 Ultra Dark Cherry 12 GB 256 GB reviews
Brand: POCO
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About the POCO F9 Ultra Dark Cherry 12 GB 256 GB
POCO F9 Ultra Dark Cherry 12 GB 256 GB is listed in the mobile phones category. The recorded configuration includes internal memory: 12 GB; internal storage capacity: 256 GB; product colour: Dark Cherry; operating system installed: Xiaomi HyperOS 3 (manufacturer specification). This listing uses cor configuration reference COR-POCO-F9-ULTRA-12GB-256GB-DARK-CHERRY-GB. Specifications come from the linked manufacturer or UK retailer record.
The 6.9 inches (approximately 6.85 inches full rectangle) display is specified at 2608 x 1200. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
The listed maximum refresh rate is Up to 185 Hz. A higher refresh rate can make scrolling and supported games look smoother. The rate used depends on the app and display settings, and can affect battery life.
This configuration lists 12 GB of memory and 256 GB of storage. Memory supports active applications; storage holds software and files. Check upgradeability separately, because a capacity figure does not establish whether either component can be replaced.
- Screen size
- 6.9 inches (approximately 6.85 inches full rectangle)
- Screen resolution
- 2608 x 1200
- Maximum refresh rate
- Up to 185 Hz
- Processor model
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
- Storage capacity
- 256 GB
- Mobile network generation
- 5G
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POCO F9 Ultra Dark Cherry 12 GB 256 GB specifications
COR configuration reference: COR-POCO-F9-ULTRA-12GB-256GB-DARK-CHERRY-GB · Manufacturer product record · Checked 27 Oct 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 6.9 inches (approximately 6.85 inches full rectangle) |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 2608 x 1200 |
| Maximum refresh rate | Up to 185 Hz |
| Processor model | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| Storage capacity | 256 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 5G |
| Battery capacity | 8050 mAh (typical) |
| Operating system installed | Xiaomi HyperOS 3 (manufacturer specification) |
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| Memory (RAM) | 12 GB |
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Design & dimensions3 details
| Product type | Smartphone |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Dark Cherry |
| Weight | 235 g |
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