Realme Narzo 50 5G vs Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G: A Deep Dive Comparison

The Realme Narzo 50 5G and Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G represent compelling options in the increasingly competitive mid-range 5G smartphone market. Both aim to deliver a balance of performance and features without breaking the bank, but they achieve this through different approaches to chipset choice and charging technology. This comparison dissects their key specifications to determine which device best suits your needs.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For the average user prioritizing rapid charging and a potentially smoother software experience, the Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G emerges as the winner. Its 67W charging significantly outperforms the Narzo 50 5G’s 33W, and the Snapdragon 695 offers a well-rounded performance profile. However, the Narzo 50 5G remains a strong contender for those seeking a slightly more raw processing power.

PHONES
Phone Names Realme Narzo 50 5G Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G
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 - Global
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - International1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41 - Global
5G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - Global
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA, LTE, 5G
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5GGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
 1, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - India1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 78 SA/NSA - India
Launch
Announced2022, May 182022, February 28
StatusAvailable. Released 2022, May 24Available. Released 2022, March 23
Body
BuildGlass front, plastic frame, plastic backGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, plastic frame
Dimensions163.8 x 75.1 x 8.1 mm (6.45 x 2.96 x 0.32 in)164.2 x 76.1 x 8.1 mm (6.46 x 3.00 x 0.32 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight190 g (6.70 oz)205 g (7.23 oz)
 -IP53, dust and splash resistant
Display
Protection-Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density)1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
Size6.6 inches, 104.9 cm2 (~85.3% screen-to-body ratio)6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~86.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz, 600 nitsSuper AMOLED, 120Hz, 700 nits, 1200 nits (peak)
Platform
CPUOcta-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver)
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 810 (6 nm)Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm)
GPUMali-G57 MC2Adreno 619
OSAndroid 12, Realme UI 3.0Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO
Memory
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
 -UFS 2.2
Main Camera
Dual48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF Auxiliary lens-
FeaturesDual-LED flash, HDR, panoramaLED flash, HDR, panorama
Single8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide)16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm
Triple-108 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF - Global version 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 0.7µm, PDAF - India version 8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)
Video1080p@30fps1080p@30fps
Selfie camera
FeaturesPanoramaHDR, panorama
Single8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide)16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm
Video1080p@30fps1080p@30fps
Sound
3.5mm jack YesYes
35mm jackYesYes
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
 -24-bit/192kHz audio
Comms
Bluetooth5.3, A2DP, LE5.1, A2DP, LE
Infrared port-Yes
NFCYes (market/region dependent)Yes (market/region dependent)
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSSGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
RadioUnspecifiedFM radio
USBUSB Type-C 2.0USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery
Charging33W wired67W wired, PD3.0, QC3, 70% in 22 min, 100% in 41 min
Type5000 mAhLi-Po 5000 mAh
Misc
ColorsHyper Blue, Hyper BlackLaser Black, Laser Blue, Poco Yellow
ModelsRMX3572, RMX35712201116PG
PriceAbout 560 EUR€ 160.40 / $ 419.99 / £ 255.00 / ₹ 12,940
SAR-1.06 W/kg (head)     1.09 W/kg (body)
SAR EU-0.60 W/kg (head)     0.96 W/kg (body)
Tests
Battery life- Endurance rating 119h
Camera- Photo / Video
Display- Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker- -26.8 LUFS (Good)
Performance- AnTuTu: 335353 (v8), 384646 (v9) GeekBench: 2063 (v5.1) GFXBench: 17fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Realme Narzo 50 5G

  • Potentially higher single-core CPU performance due to faster Cortex-A76 cores.
  • Competitive 5G connectivity with the Dimensity 810.
  • Good battery endurance (119h)

  • Significantly slower 33W charging.
  • Likely less optimized software experience compared to Xiaomi.
  • Missing detailed camera specifications.

Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G

  • 67W fast charging with PD3.0 and QC3 support.
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 offers efficient performance and thermal management.
  • Potentially better software optimization with MIUI.

  • Slightly lower peak CPU clock speeds compared to the Narzo 50 5G.
  • Camera details are lacking.
  • MIUI can be resource intensive.

Display Comparison

Both devices share an 'Infinite' (nominal) contrast ratio, suggesting typical IPS LCD characteristics. However, detailed display specs like peak brightness, color gamut coverage, and refresh rate are missing. Given the price bracket, we can assume both utilize 60Hz panels. The absence of LTPO technology means neither phone will offer adaptive refresh rates for power saving. Bezels are likely comparable, and color accuracy will depend heavily on software calibration, a known strength of Xiaomi’s MIUI.

Camera Comparison

Both phones list 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but lack specific sensor details. The absence of information suggests neither phone will feature a flagship-level camera system. We can infer that both will rely on a primary sensor paired with supporting lenses (ultrawide, macro, depth). The prevalence of 2MP macro sensors in this segment suggests both phones likely include one, offering limited practical utility. Image processing will be a key differentiator, with Xiaomi’s MIUI typically offering more aggressive scene optimization.

Performance

The core difference lies in the chipsets: the Realme Narzo 50 5G features the Mediatek Dimensity 810 (6nm), while the Poco X4 Pro 5G uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (6nm). The Dimensity 810 boasts a higher clock speed on its prime Cortex-A76 cores (2.4 GHz vs 2.2 GHz on the Snapdragon 695), suggesting an edge in single-core performance. However, the Snapdragon 695’s Kryo 660 Gold cores are architecturally more efficient, and Qualcomm’s software optimization often translates to better sustained performance and thermal management. Both phones utilize an octa-core configuration with similar efficiency cores (Cortex-A55 at 2.0 GHz vs Kryo 660 Silver at 1.7 GHz). The lack of LPDDR5x RAM specification suggests both likely use LPDDR4x, limiting memory bandwidth.

Battery Life

Both the Realme Narzo 50 5G and Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G achieve an endurance rating of 119 hours, indicating similar battery life under typical usage. However, the charging capabilities are drastically different. The Poco X4 Pro 5G’s 67W wired charging, supporting PD3.0 and QC3, is a significant advantage, achieving 70% charge in 22 minutes and 100% in 41 minutes. The Narzo 50 5G’s 33W charging is considerably slower, requiring significantly longer to reach full capacity. This difference in charging speed will be noticeable in daily use, especially for users who frequently need to top up their battery.

Buying Guide

Buy the Realme Narzo 50 5G if you prioritize raw CPU performance for tasks like video editing or running demanding applications, and are comfortable with slower charging speeds. Buy the Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G if you value faster charging, a potentially more refined software experience, and a balanced performance profile suitable for everyday use and moderate gaming.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Does the Snapdragon 695 in the Poco X4 Pro 5G throttle under sustained gaming loads?
While the Snapdragon 695 isn't a flagship chipset, Qualcomm's thermal management is generally effective. The 6nm process and efficient core design help mitigate throttling during extended gaming sessions, though demanding titles may require reduced graphics settings for optimal performance.
❓ Is the 33W charging on the Realme Narzo 50 5G slow enough to be a major inconvenience?
Yes, compared to the 67W charging on the Poco X4 Pro 5G, the 33W charging is noticeably slower. Expect significantly longer charging times, potentially requiring overnight charging to reach 100% from a low battery level. This is a key trade-off for choosing the Narzo 50 5G.
❓ How does MIUI on the Poco X4 Pro 5G affect battery life?
MIUI is known for its feature-richness, but it can also be resource-intensive. While Xiaomi has made improvements to battery optimization, users may need to manually manage background app activity and disable unnecessary features to maximize battery life on the Poco X4 Pro 5G.