Unboxing Xiaomi's Poco M3 budget smartphone, plus a full tour of the specs, MiUI 12 features, camera tech and gaming test. For 149 Euros, the Poco M3 looks to be impressive value and one of the best entry-level mobiles of 2020.

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That Snapdragon 662 performance means PubG, Call of Duty and other Android games play with a smooth frame rate online, while the rest of the device is only a small step down from the X3. You don't get NFC, but all of those other Xiaomi MiUI features are on board. And while there's no 90Hz refresh rate, that 6.53-inch display is a Full HD stunner.

The Poco M3 should be fine for everyday photos and home movies too. That 48MP primary camera seems to cope well with trickier conditions, although I'll be fully testing for my in-depth review. I'll also be gaming plenty and checking how that massive 6000mAh battery handles everyday use.

If you want more inspiration, I've published a run-through of my favourite budget smartphones under £200 of 2020 so far. The Poco M3 seems strong competition vs the Moto G9 series and Realme 7 devices, and if you're not bothered about NFC, it's a worthy alternative to the Poco X3 NFC as well.

Full review coming shortly!