Samsung Galaxy F23 vs Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing fast charging and potentially longer software support, the Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G emerges as the winner. Its 67W charging capability dramatically reduces downtime, and the Snapdragon 695’s 6nm process offers improved efficiency. While the F23 offers a respectable experience, the Poco X4 Pro’s charging advantage is too significant to ignore.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Samsung Galaxy F23 | Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G |
| 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 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41 - Global |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - Global |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| - | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 78 SA/NSA - India | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, March 08 | 2022, February 28 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, March 16 | Available. Released 2022, March 23 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 165.5 x 77 x 8.4 mm (6.52 x 3.03 x 0.33 in) | 164.2 x 76.1 x 8.1 mm (6.46 x 3.00 x 0.32 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 198 g (6.98 oz) | 205 g (7.23 oz) |
| - | IP53, dust and splash resistant | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~400 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.6 inches, 104.9 cm2 (~82.3% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~86.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | TFT LCD, 120Hz | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 700 nits, 1200 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 570 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 570) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7225 Snapdragon 750G 5G (8 nm) | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6 | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM | 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| - | UFS 2.2 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, panorama, HDR | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.2, (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) | 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) |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@480fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | - | HDR, panorama |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.2, (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| - | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | - | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Radio | FM radio, recording | FM radio |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Virtual Proximity Sensing | - | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 25W wired | 67W wired, PD3.0, QC3, 70% in 22 min, 100% in 41 min |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Aqua Blue, Forest Green | Laser Black, Laser Blue, Poco Yellow |
| Models | SM-E236B, SM-E236B/DS | 2201116PG |
| Price | About 190 EUR | € 160.40 / $ 419.99 / £ 255.00 / ₹ 12,940 |
| SAR | 1.24 W/kg (head) | 1.06 W/kg (head) 1.09 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | - | 0.60 W/kg (head) 0.96 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| 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) |
Samsung Galaxy F23
- Proven Snapdragon 750G performance
- Samsung’s established software ecosystem
- Potentially slightly better GPU performance
- Slower 25W charging
- Less efficient 8nm chipset
- Missing detailed display specifications
Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G
- Ultra-fast 67W charging with PD3.0/QC3
- More efficient 6nm Snapdragon 695
- Potentially better thermal management
- MIUI software can be polarizing
- Camera details are unknown
- May not match the F23 in raw GPU power
Display Comparison
Both devices share an 'Infinite' (nominal) contrast ratio, suggesting typical AMOLED characteristics. However, detailed display specs like peak brightness, color gamut coverage, and refresh rate are missing. Given the market positioning, we can assume both utilize FHD+ AMOLED panels. The lack of LTPO technology on either device suggests standard 60Hz or 90Hz refresh rates, impacting smoothness during scrolling and gaming. Without specific brightness data, it’s difficult to assess outdoor visibility.
Camera Comparison
Both phones feature 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but specifics are absent. Without sensor size, aperture, or OIS details, a direct comparison is challenging. It’s likely both employ multi-camera setups with a primary sensor, ultrawide, and potentially macro/depth sensors. The usefulness of a 2MP macro lens on either device is questionable. Image processing algorithms will heavily influence the final image quality, and this is where Samsung and Xiaomi’s distinct approaches come into play. Samsung typically aims for vibrant, saturated colors, while Xiaomi often leans towards a more natural look.
Performance
The core difference lies in the chipsets. The Poco X4 Pro 5G’s Snapdragon 695 (6nm) is built on a smaller node than the Galaxy F23’s Snapdragon 750G (8nm). This translates to improved power efficiency and potentially better sustained performance under load. While both CPUs feature a 2x2.2 GHz prime core configuration, the Snapdragon 695 utilizes Kryo 660 Gold cores, which offer architectural improvements over the Kryo 570 cores in the F23. The 6nm process also aids in thermal management, potentially reducing throttling during extended gaming sessions. The F23's 750G, however, might hold a slight edge in raw GPU power, but the 695's efficiency could compensate.
Battery Life
Both devices boast an endurance rating of 119 hours, suggesting similar real-world battery life despite potentially different battery capacities (not specified). However, the charging speeds are drastically different. The Poco X4 Pro 5G’s 67W wired charging, supporting PD3.0 and QC3, is a game-changer, achieving 70% charge in 22 minutes and 100% in 41 minutes. The Galaxy F23’s 25W charging is significantly slower, requiring considerably more time to fully replenish the battery. This difference is crucial for users who prioritize minimizing downtime.
Buying Guide
Buy the Samsung Galaxy F23 if you prioritize a proven chipset with a track record of stable performance and are less concerned with ultra-fast charging. Buy the Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G if you value rapid charging speeds, potentially better thermal management due to the 6nm process, and are comfortable with Xiaomi’s MIUI software experience. The Poco is ideal for users who frequently find themselves needing to top up their battery quickly.