OnePlus 10T vs. Xiaomi Poco F5 Pro: A Detailed Showdown

The OnePlus 10T and Xiaomi Poco F5 Pro are both compelling mid-range flagships offering impressive specs at competitive prices. But which one truly delivers the best overall experience? We're diving deep into their features, performance, and value to help you make an informed decision.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Poco F5 Pro edges out the OnePlus 10T thanks to its significantly brighter display, faster wireless charging, and slightly better battery endurance. While both offer flagship-level performance, the Poco's overall package provides a more well-rounded experience for the price.

PHONES
Phone Names OnePlus 10T Xiaomi Poco F5 Pro
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 38, 39, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - International1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66
5G bands1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77 SA/NSA - International1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA), Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5GHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA), Cat16 1000/150 Mbps, 5G - IndiaHSPA, LTE, 5G
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5GGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
 1, 3, 5, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - India-
Launch
Announced2022, August 032023, May 09
StatusAvailable. Released 2022, August 06Available. Released 2023, May
Body
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, glass back (Gorilla Glass 5)Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, plastic frame
Dimensions163 x 75.4 x 8.8 mm (6.42 x 2.97 x 0.35 in)162.8 x 75.4 x 8.6 mm (6.41 x 2.97 x 0.34 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight204 g (7.20 oz)204 g (7.20 oz)
 -IP53, dust and splash resistant
Display
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution1080 x 2412 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~394 ppi density)1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~526 ppi density)
Size6.7 inches, 108.0 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio)6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~87.5% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeFluid AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 1000 nits (HBM), 1400 nits (peak)
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.5 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
GPUAdreno 730Adreno 730
OSAndroid 12, OxygenOS 13Android 13, upgradable to Android 15
Memory
Card slotNoNo
Internal128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
 UFS 3.1UFS 3.1
Main Camera
FeaturesColor spectrum sensor, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panoramaDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Single16 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), 1/3", 1.0µm-
Triple50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)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)
Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, gyro-EIS8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
FeaturesHDRHDR
Single16 MP, f/2.4, 24mm (wide), 1/3", 1.0µm16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video1080p@30fps1080p@30/60fps
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
 24-bit/192kHz audio24-bit/192kHz audio
Comms
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD5.3, A2DP, LE
Infrared port-Yes
NFCYesYes (market/region dependent)
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I), GALILEO (E1), QZSS (L1)
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 2.0USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band
Features
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery
Charging150W wired (125W for 110V sockets)67W wired, PD3.0, QC3+, 50% in 15 min 30W wireless, 50% in 32 min
TypeLi-Po 4800 mAhLi-Po 5160 mAh
Misc
ColorsMoonstone Black, Jade GreenBlack, White
ModelsCPH2415, CPH2413, CPH2417, CPH241923013PC75G
Price€ 377.26 / $ 289.88 / £ 330.00 / ₹ 34,198$ 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 96h Endurance rating 99h
Camera Photo / Video Photo / Video
Display Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker -24.7 LUFS (Very good) -26.2 LUFS (Good)
Performance AnTuTu: 1016958 (v9) GeekBench: 3907 (v5.1) GFXBench: 103fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) AnTuTu: 1057977 (v9) GeekBench: 4001 (v5.1), 4009 (v6) GFXBench: 50fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

OnePlus 10T

  • Incredibly fast 150W wired charging
  • Familiar OnePlus software
  • Powerful Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1

  • Lower display brightness compared to Poco F5 Pro
  • No wireless charging
  • Camera performance slightly behind Poco F5 Pro

Xiaomi Poco F5 Pro

  • Brighter display (1059 nits)
  • Wireless charging support
  • Slightly better battery life
  • Versatile camera system

  • Slightly slower wired charging than OnePlus 10T
  • MIUI software can be polarizing

Display Comparison

The Poco F5 Pro boasts a substantial advantage in display brightness, measuring 1059 nits compared to the OnePlus 10T's 819 nits. This translates to better visibility in direct sunlight. Both have excellent contrast ratios (infinite nominal), but the Poco's higher brightness makes a noticeable difference. Both use AMOLED panels with smooth refresh rates.

Camera Comparison

Camera performance is a complex area. Both phones feature capable camera systems, but detailed comparisons require extensive testing. Generally, the Poco F5 Pro is expected to offer slightly better image processing and potentially more versatile camera features. Both offer good video recording capabilities.

Performance

Both phones are powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, ensuring flagship-level performance. While the CPU clock speeds differ slightly (Poco's X2 core is a bit lower), real-world performance is likely to be very similar for most tasks. Gaming and demanding applications will run smoothly on both devices.

Battery Life

The Poco F5 Pro holds a slight edge in battery life, with an endurance rating of 99 hours compared to the OnePlus 10T's 96 hours. More importantly, the Poco F5 Pro offers both 67W wired and 30W wireless charging, providing greater flexibility. The OnePlus 10T's 150W wired charging is incredibly fast, but lacks wireless charging.

Buying Guide

The OnePlus 10T is a good choice for users prioritizing blazing-fast wired charging and a familiar OnePlus software experience. The Xiaomi Poco F5 Pro is ideal for those seeking a vibrant display, versatile charging options (including wireless), and a slightly longer-lasting battery, all while maintaining excellent performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Which phone has faster charging?
The OnePlus 10T has significantly faster wired charging (150W) compared to the Poco F5 Pro (67W). However, the Poco F5 Pro offers wireless charging, which the OnePlus 10T lacks.
❓ Is the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 enough for gaming?
Yes, both phones are equipped with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, which is a flagship-level chipset capable of handling demanding games and applications with ease.