Huawei nova Y71 vs Xiaomi Poco F5 Pro: A Clash of Titans

The smartphone market is brimming with options, making it tough to choose. Today, we pit the budget-friendly Huawei nova Y71 against the powerhouse Xiaomi Poco F5 Pro. This comparison will break down their strengths and weaknesses to help you make an informed decision.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Poco F5 Pro is the clear winner, boasting a significantly faster processor, superior display, and much quicker charging. While the nova Y71 offers a more affordable entry point, the F5 Pro's performance and features justify its higher price for most users.

PHONES
Phone Names	Huawei nova Y71	Xiaomi Poco F5 Pro

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66
5G bands	-	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE, 5G
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Launch
Announced	2023, May 09	2023, May 09
Status	Available. Released 2023, June	Available. Released 2023, May

Body
Build	-	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, plastic frame
Dimensions	168.3 x 77.7 x 9 mm (6.63 x 3.06 x 0.35 in)	162.8 x 75.4 x 8.6 mm (6.41 x 2.97 x 0.34 in)
SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	199 g (7.02 oz)	204 g (7.20 oz)
	-	IP53, dust and splash resistant

Display
Protection	-	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~260 ppi density)	1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~526 ppi density)
Size	6.75 inches, 110.0 cm2 (~84.1% screen-to-body ratio)	6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~87.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD	AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 1000 nits (HBM), 1400 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)	Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.5 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
Chipset	Kirin 710A (14 nm)	Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
GPU	Mali-G51 MP4	Adreno 730
OS	EMUI 12, no Google Play Services	Android 13, upgradable to Android 15

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)	No
Internal	128GB 8GB RAM	256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
	-	UFS 3.1

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Triple	48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF 5 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide) Auxiliary lens	64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)
Video	1080p@30fps	8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	HDR
Single	8 MP, f/2.0	16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30/60fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	No
35mm jack	Yes	No
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with stereo speakers
	-	24-bit/192kHz audio

Comms
Bluetooth	5.1, A2DP, LE	5.3, A2DP, LE
Infrared port	-	Yes
NFC	No	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS	GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I), GALILEO (E1), QZSS (L1)
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	22.5W wired	67W wired, PD3.0, QC3+, 50% in 15 min 30W wireless, 50% in 32 min
Type	Li-Po 6000 mAh	Li-Po 5160 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Gold	Black, White
Models	-	23013PC75G
Price	About 190 EUR	$ 449.99 / € 241.85
SAR	-	1.09 W/kg (head) 1.08 W/kg (body)
SAR EU	-	1.00 W/kg (head) 1.00 W/kg (body)

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 99h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-26.2 LUFS (Good)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 1057977 (v9) GeekBench: 4001 (v5.1), 4009 (v6) GFXBench: 50fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Huawei nova Y71

Affordable price
Long battery life
Large display (likely)

Outdated chipset
Lower performance
Slower charging
Likely inferior camera

Xiaomi Poco F5 Pro

Flagship-level performance
Vibrant display
Fast charging (wired & wireless)
Superior camera

Higher price
Potentially less battery life than Y71 (though still excellent)
No expandable storage (likely)

Display Comparison

The Poco F5 Pro's display is a standout feature. Its 1059 nits peak brightness and infinite contrast ratio provide a stunning visual experience, far surpassing the nova Y71's likely more standard display. Color accuracy and viewing angles are also expected to be superior on the F5 Pro.

Camera Comparison

While both phones offer 'Photo / Video' capabilities, the Poco F5 Pro is expected to deliver superior image quality thanks to its more advanced hardware and image processing capabilities. Details, dynamic range, and low-light performance should be noticeably better on the F5 Pro.

Performance

Here, the Poco F5 Pro dominates. The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset is a flagship-level processor, offering significantly faster performance than the Kirin 710A. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and a much better gaming experience on the F5 Pro.

Battery Life

Both phones boast impressive endurance ratings (99h). However, the Poco F5 Pro's 67W wired and 30W wireless charging capabilities provide a significant advantage in terms of charging speed, allowing you to quickly top up the battery when needed.

Buying Guide

The Huawei nova Y71 is ideal for users on a tight budget who prioritize long battery life and basic smartphone functionality. The Xiaomi Poco F5 Pro is perfect for gamers, content creators, and anyone who demands high performance, a vibrant display, and fast charging capabilities.