Realme GT Neo5 SE vs Xiaomi Poco F5: The Ultimate Showdown

The mid-range smartphone market is fiercely competitive, and the Realme GT Neo5 SE and Xiaomi Poco F5 are two of the hottest contenders. Both offer impressive specs and features at attractive price points, but which one truly delivers the best overall experience? Let's dive into a detailed comparison to help you decide.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Poco F5 edges out the GT Neo5 SE thanks to its superior display brightness, slightly faster charging, and exceptional battery life. While both share the same powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, the Poco F5’s overall package makes it the more compelling choice for most users.

PHONES
Phone Names	Realme GT Neo5 SE	Xiaomi Poco F5

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66
5G bands	1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA	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 / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G	GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
	CDMA2000 1x	-

Launch
Announced	2023, April 03	2023, May 09
Status	Available. Released 2023, April 11	Available. Released 2023, May

Body
Build	-	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame
Dimensions	163.9 x 75.8 x 9 mm (6.45 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)	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	193.1 g (6.81 oz)	181 g (6.38 oz)
	-	IP53, dust and splash resistant

Display
Protection	-	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution	1240 x 2772 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~451 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
Size	6.74 inches, 109.2 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio)	6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~88.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	OLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, 1400 nits (peak)	AMOLED, 68B colors, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 120Hz, 500 nits (typ), 1000 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (1x2.91 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.49 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510)	Octa-core (1x2.91 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.49 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510)
Chipset	Qualcomm SM7475-AB Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (4 nm)	Qualcomm SM7475-AB Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (4 nm)
GPU	Adreno 725	Adreno 725
OS	Android 13, Realme UI 4.0	Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, HyperOS

Memory
Card slot	No	No
Internal	256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM	256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
	UFS 3.1	UFS 3.1

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Triple	64 MP, f/1.8, 25mm (wide), 1/2.0", PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 112˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP, f/3.3, (microscope)	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@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie camera
Features	HDR, panorama	-
Single	16 MP, f/2.5, 25mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm	16 MP, f/2.5, (wide)
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30/60fps

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

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD	5.3, A2DP, LE
Infrared port	Yes	Yes
NFC	Yes	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS	GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I), GALILEO (E1), QZSS (L1)
Radio	No	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band

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

Battery
Charging	100W wired	67W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 100% in 46 min
Type	5500 mAh	Li-Po 5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Black, Gradient	Black, Blue, White
Models	RMX3700, RMX3701	23049PCD8G, 23049PCD8I
Price	About 270 EUR	€ 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
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 118h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-24.3 LUFS (Very good)

Realme GT Neo5 SE

Blazing-fast 100W charging
Powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset
Sleek design

Unspecified display brightness
Unknown battery capacity
Camera details lacking

Xiaomi Poco F5

Excellent display brightness (963 nits)
Exceptional battery life (118h endurance)
Fast charging (67W)
Strong software support

Charging speed slower than GT Neo5 SE
Design may not appeal to everyone

Display Comparison

Both phones feature vibrant AMOLED displays, but the Poco F5 boasts a significantly higher peak brightness of 963 nits compared to the GT Neo5 SE's unspecified brightness. This makes the Poco F5 noticeably better for outdoor visibility. The Poco F5 also touts an 'infinite' contrast ratio, suggesting excellent blacks and vibrant colors, though this is a nominal rating.

Camera Comparison

Camera performance is a key differentiator. While both offer 'Photo/Video' capabilities, detailed camera specs are missing. We anticipate the Poco F5 might have a slight edge due to Xiaomi's generally strong camera software and processing. Further testing is needed for a definitive comparison.

Performance

Both devices are powered by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks and demanding games. While the chipset is identical, software optimization and thermal management could lead to slight differences in sustained performance. Initial reports suggest both handle gaming well.

Battery Life

The Poco F5 shines in the battery department. It boasts an impressive endurance rating of 118 hours and active use score of 11:52 hours. The Realme GT Neo5 SE's battery capacity is unknown, but its 100W charging is a significant advantage for quickly topping up the battery.

Buying Guide

The Realme GT Neo5 SE is ideal for gamers and users prioritizing blazing-fast charging. The Xiaomi Poco F5 is a better fit for those who value a vibrant display, long battery life, and a well-rounded feature set.