Realme GT Master vs. Xiaomi Poco F5: A Clash of Mid-Range Titans
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Xiaomi Poco F5 emerges as the clear winner thanks to its significantly brighter display, more powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, and slightly faster charging. While the Realme GT Master offers a stylish design, the Poco F5's performance and display upgrades make it the better overall choice.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Realme GT Master | Xiaomi Poco F5 |
| 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, 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, 40, 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 | ||
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| Announced | 2021, July 21 | 2023, May 09 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, July 30 | Available. Released 2023, May |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 159.2 mm x 73.5 mm x 8.0/8.7 mm (depending on color) | 161.1 x 75 x 7.9 mm (6.34 x 2.95 x 0.31 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 174/180 g (depending on color) (6.14 oz) | 181 g (6.38 oz) |
| - | IP53, dust and splash resistant | |
| Display | ||
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| 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 (~88.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 1000 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 68B colors, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 120Hz, 500 nits (typ), 1000 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 (1x2.91 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.49 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM7475-AB Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 642L | Adreno 725 |
| OS | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, HyperOS |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/2.74", 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) | 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 | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR, panorama | - |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/2.74", 0.8µm | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30/60fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | - | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | 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 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 65W wired, 100% in 33 min | 67W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 100% in 46 min |
| Type | 4300 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Gray, White, Aurora | Black, Blue, White |
| Models | RMX3363, RMX3360, RMX3361 | 23049PCD8G, 23049PCD8I |
| Price | $ 142.99 / € 128.55 | € 202.76 / $ 289.99 / ₹ 23,790 |
| SAR | - | 1.09 W/kg (head) 1.08 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | - | 0.99 W/kg (head) 1.00 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 114h | Endurance rating 118h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -29.2 LUFS (Average) | -24.3 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 529263 (v9) GeekBench: 2917 (v5.1) GFXBench: 27fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | - |
Realme GT Master
- Stylish Design
- Reliable Snapdragon 778G
- Fast Charging (65W)
- Excellent Battery Life
- Less Powerful Chipset
- Lower Display Brightness
- Potentially Older Camera Technology
Xiaomi Poco F5
- Powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2
- Brighter Display (963 nits)
- Faster Charging (67W)
- Excellent Battery Life
- Design may be less distinctive
- Potential software quirks (Xiaomi/Poco sometimes have bloatware)
Display Comparison
The Poco F5 boasts a substantial advantage in display brightness, measuring 963 nits compared to the GT Master's 634 nits. Both have infinite contrast ratios (nominally), but the Poco F5's higher brightness makes it significantly better for outdoor visibility. Both likely use AMOLED panels, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks.
Camera Comparison
While both phones feature 'Photo / Video' capabilities (specific details are missing), the Poco F5's newer chipset often translates to better image processing and potentially improved camera performance. We'd expect the Poco F5 to offer slightly better low-light performance and video stabilization. Further testing would be needed to definitively declare a winner.
Performance
The Poco F5's Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 is a considerable upgrade over the GT Master's Snapdragon 778G. The newer chipset offers improved CPU and GPU performance, resulting in smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and better gaming experiences. The Poco F5's 4nm process also contributes to improved efficiency.
Battery Life
Both phones demonstrate excellent battery life, with endurance ratings of 114h and 118h respectively. The Poco F5 charges slightly faster at 67W compared to the GT Master's 65W, shaving off a few minutes charging time.
Buying Guide
The Realme GT Master is a good choice for users prioritizing a unique design and a proven, reliable chipset. The Xiaomi Poco F5 is ideal for those seeking top-tier performance, a vibrant display, and a more modern processor, especially for gaming and demanding applications.