Realme GT Master vs. Xiaomi Poco F3: A Clash of Mid-Range Titans
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Poco F3 takes the crown thanks to its significantly more powerful Snapdragon 870 chipset, offering a noticeable performance boost. While both have excellent battery life, the Poco F3's faster charging and superior processing power make it the better overall choice for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Realme GT Master | Xiaomi Poco F3 |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - China | - | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, July 21 | 2021, March 22 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, July 30 | Available. Released 2021, March 27 |
| Body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 159.2 mm x 73.5 mm x 8.0/8.7 mm (depending on color) | 163.7 x 76.4 x 7.8 mm (6.44 x 3.01 x 0.31 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 174/180 g (depending on color) (6.14 oz) | 196 g (6.91 oz) |
| - | IP53, dust and splash resistant | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~85.3% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~85.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1000 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 585) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 642L | Adreno 650 |
| OS | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, HyperOS |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm | 20 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.4", 0.8µm |
| Triple | 64 MP, f/1.8, 25mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) | 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 119˚ (ultrawide) 5 MP, f/2.4, 50mm (macro), AF |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm | 20 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.4", 0.8µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@120fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | - | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), NavIC |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| - | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 65W wired, 100% in 33 min | 33W wired, PD3.0, QC3, 100% in 52 min |
| Type | 4300 mAh | Li-Po 4520 mAh |
| Misc | ||
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Black, Gray, White, Aurora | Arctic White, Night Black, Deep Ocean Blue, Moonlight Silver |
| Models | RMX3363, RMX3360, RMX3361 | M2012K11AG |
| Price | $ 142.99 / € 128.55 | € 162.15 |
| SAR | - | 1.06 W/kg (head) 0.72 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | - | 0.60 W/kg (head) 0.84 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 114h | Endurance rating 114h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -29.2 LUFS (Average) | -24.5 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 529263 (v9) GeekBench: 2917 (v5.1) GFXBench: 27fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 631850 (v8), 697216 (v9) GeekBench: 3206 (v5.1) GFXBench: 48fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Realme GT Master
- Stylish Design
- Smooth Performance for Everyday Use
- Fast Charging (65W)
- Good Value
- Less Powerful Chipset than Poco F3
- Potentially Slightly Inferior Camera Performance
Xiaomi Poco F3
- Powerful Snapdragon 870 Chipset
- Excellent Gaming Performance
- Faster Charging (33W)
- Great Value
- Design Less Distinctive than Realme GT Master
- May lack some Realme-specific software features
Display Comparison
Both phones feature vibrant displays with excellent contrast ratios (nominally infinite). The Poco F3 likely has slightly better color accuracy and potentially a higher peak brightness, though the Realme GT Master's 634 nits is already quite respectable. The Poco F3's display is generally considered to be slightly superior.
Camera Comparison
Camera performance is likely comparable in good lighting conditions, but the Poco F3's more powerful processor could allow for better image processing and potentially improved low-light performance. Both phones offer versatile camera setups, but detailed camera comparisons would require more in-depth testing.
Performance
This is where the Poco F3 shines. The Snapdragon 870 is a substantial upgrade over the Snapdragon 778G. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and significantly better gaming performance on the Poco F3. The Realme GT Master is still capable, but it won't match the Poco F3's raw power.
Battery Life
Both phones boast an impressive endurance rating of 114 hours, indicating excellent battery life. However, the Poco F3's 33W charging is faster than the Realme GT Master's 65W, allowing for quicker top-ups.
Buying Guide
The Realme GT Master is ideal for users prioritizing a stylish design and a smooth, everyday experience. The Poco F3 is perfect for gamers, power users, and those who demand top-tier performance without breaking the bank.