Wiko Y62 vs Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro: The Ultimate Budget Battle

Looking for a fantastic smartphone without breaking the bank? The Wiko Y62 and Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro are both contenders in the budget arena, but they offer very different experiences. This detailed comparison will help you decide which phone is right for you.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro is the clear winner. While the Wiko Y62 offers a decent entry-level experience, the Poco X3 Pro's significantly more powerful processor, faster charging, and generally better features make it the superior choice for most users.

PHONES
Phone Names	Wiko Y62	Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 7, 20	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 - International
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps	HSPA, LTE
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE
	-	1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 38, 40, 41 - India

Launch
Announced	2021, April	2021, March 22
Status	Available. Released 2021, April	Available. Released 2021, March 24

Body
Build	-	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), plastic back
Dimensions	157 x 75.8 x 9.1 mm (6.18 x 2.98 x 0.36 in)	165.3 x 76.8 x 9.4 mm (6.51 x 3.02 x 0.37 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	171.5 g (6.03 oz)	215 g (7.58 oz)
	-	IP53, dust and splash resistant

Display
Protection	-	Corning Gorilla Glass 6
Resolution	720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
Size	6.1 inches, 91.3 cm2 (~76.8% screen-to-body ratio)	6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~84.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD	IPS LCD, 120Hz, 2404Hz PWM, HDR10, 450 nits (typ)

Platform
CPU	Quad-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53	Octa-core (1x2.96 GHz Kryo 485 Gold & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 Gold & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485 Silver)
Chipset	Mediatek MT6761D Helio A20 (12 nm)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 860 (7 nm)
GPU	PowerVR GE8320	Adreno 640
OS	Android 11 (Go edition)	Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, MIUI 13 for POCO

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal	16GB 1GB RAM	128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
	-	UFS 3.1

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR	Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Quad	-	48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1.0µm 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
Single	5 MP	20 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.4", 0.8µm
Video	1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 1080p@960fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	LED flash	HDR, panorama
Single	5 MP	20 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.4", 0.8µm
Video	-	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with stereo speakers
	-	24-bit/192kHz audio

Comms
Bluetooth	4.2, A2DP	5.0, A2DP, LE
Infrared port	-	Yes
NFC	No	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Radio	No	FM radio, recording
USB	microUSB 2.0	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Accelerometer, proximity	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	-	33W wired, 59% in 30 min, 100% in 59 min
Type	Li-Ion 3000 mAh, removable	Li-Po 5160 mAh

Misc
Colors	Dark Blue, Light Blue, Mint	Phantom Black, Frost Blue, Metal Bronze
Models	W-K610-EEA, W-K610-TVM	M2102J20SG, M2102J20SI
Price	About 70 EUR	$ 128.04 / £ 249.99
SAR	0.42 W/kg (head) 1.61 W/kg (body)	0.99 W/kg (head) 0.67 W/kg (body)
SAR EU	-	0.57 W/kg (head) 0.90 W/kg (body)

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 112h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: 1401:1 (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-26.1 LUFS (Good)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 453223 (v8) GeekBench: 2574 (v5.1) GFXBench: 38fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Wiko Y62

Affordable
Decent design
Sufficient for basic tasks

Weak performance
Slow charging
Basic camera
Limited features

Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro

Powerful processor
Excellent battery life
Fast charging
Good camera
Great value

Design may not appeal to everyone
Software updates can be inconsistent (Xiaomi)

Display Comparison

Both phones boast a nominal contrast ratio of 1401:1, suggesting good image depth. However, the Poco X3 Pro likely has a brighter and more vibrant display due to its higher-end chipset and potentially better panel technology. The Y62 likely uses a standard IPS LCD, while the Poco X3 Pro may have an AMOLED or improved IPS panel. Screen size and resolution are likely similar, around 6.5-6.6 inches with FHD+ resolution.

Camera Comparison

While both phones have 'Photo / Video' capabilities listed, the Poco X3 Pro is expected to deliver superior image quality. The Snapdragon 860 typically pairs with better camera sensors and image processing algorithms. Expect better low-light performance, dynamic range, and overall detail from the Poco X3 Pro. The Y62's camera is likely adequate for basic snapshots.

Performance

This is where the Poco X3 Pro truly shines. Its Snapdragon 860 chipset is significantly faster and more powerful than the Wiko Y62's Helio A20. Expect smoother performance in apps, games, and multitasking on the Poco X3 Pro. The Poco X3 Pro's octa-core CPU and 7nm process offer a massive advantage over the Y62's quad-core 12nm CPU.

Battery Life

The Poco X3 Pro boasts an impressive endurance rating of 112h, suggesting exceptional battery life. Coupled with 33W fast charging (59% in 30 minutes), it offers a significant advantage over the Wiko Y62, which likely has slower charging and potentially shorter battery life (estimated around 60-70h endurance).

Buying Guide

Who should buy the Wiko Y62? Users prioritizing a very basic smartphone for calls, texts, and light social media use, and who are extremely budget-conscious. Who should buy the Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro? Anyone needing a phone that can handle gaming, multitasking, and demanding apps, while still offering excellent value for money.