Samsung Galaxy M23 vs Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user, the Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G emerges as the stronger contender. Its significantly faster 67W charging, coupled with comparable battery endurance, provides a more convenient user experience. While the M23’s Snapdragon 750G offers a slight edge in raw CPU performance, the Poco X4 Pro’s efficiency and charging capabilities are more impactful in daily use.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Samsung Galaxy M23 | 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 | 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 04 | 2022, February 28 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, April 08 | Available. Released 2022, March 23 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | 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 + 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 |
| 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 13, One UI 5.1 | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 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 | Deep Green, Light Blue, Orange Copper | Laser Black, Laser Blue, Poco Yellow |
| Models | SM-M236B, SM-M236B/DS, SM-M236L | 2201116PG |
| Price | £ 195.34 | € 160.40 / $ 419.99 / £ 255.00 / ₹ 12,940 |
| SAR | - | 1.06 W/kg (head) 1.09 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 0.78 W/kg (head) 1.09 W/kg (body) | 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 M23
- Slightly faster CPU clock speeds for burst performance.
- Samsung’s established software ecosystem.
- Potentially more readily available service network.
- Slower 25W charging.
- Older 8nm Snapdragon 750G process.
- Likely less efficient power consumption.
Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G
- Significantly faster 67W charging with PD3.0/QC3.
- More efficient 6nm Snapdragon 695 chipset.
- Potentially better thermal management.
- CPU clock speeds are slightly lower.
- Xiaomi’s MIUI software can be polarizing.
- Long-term software support may be less consistent than Samsung.
Display Comparison
Both devices share an 'Infinite' (nominal) contrast ratio, suggesting typical AMOLED characteristics. However, detailed display specs like peak brightness and color gamut coverage are missing. Given the market positioning, we can assume both offer adequate, but not exceptional, viewing experiences. The absence of high refresh rate information suggests both likely stick to standard 60Hz panels, a common cost-saving measure in this segment.
Camera Comparison
Both phones feature 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but lack specific details regarding sensor size, aperture, or optical image stabilization (OIS). Without this information, a direct comparison is difficult. However, the market trend suggests the Poco X4 Pro, being a newer device, may incorporate more advanced image processing algorithms. The inclusion of a 2MP macro camera on both devices is largely a marketing tactic, offering limited practical benefit due to the small sensor size and lack of detail. Focusing on the main sensor specs would be crucial for a meaningful camera comparison.
Performance
The Poco X4 Pro 5G’s Snapdragon 695, fabricated on a 6nm process, holds a key advantage over the Galaxy M23’s Snapdragon 750G (8nm). The smaller node generally translates to improved power efficiency and reduced thermal throttling under sustained loads. While the M23’s CPU boasts slightly higher clock speeds (2.2 GHz vs 2.2 GHz for the Poco’s prime cores), the Snapdragon 695’s Kryo 660 Gold cores are architecturally more advanced. This means the Poco X4 Pro is likely to offer smoother multitasking and more consistent performance during extended gaming sessions. The M23's 8nm process may lead to more heat buildup, potentially impacting sustained performance.
Battery Life
Both the Samsung Galaxy M23 and Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G achieve an endurance rating of 119 hours, indicating similar overall battery life. However, the charging capabilities 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 just 22 minutes and a full charge in 41 minutes. The Galaxy M23’s 25W charging is significantly slower, making the Poco X4 Pro far more convenient for users who need to quickly replenish their battery. This charging speed difference is arguably the most significant differentiator between the two devices.
Buying Guide
Buy the Samsung Galaxy M23 if you prioritize a marginally faster processor for demanding tasks and prefer the Samsung ecosystem. Buy the Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G if you value rapid charging, efficient power management, and a more modern chipset architecture, making it ideal for users who are frequently on the go and need quick top-ups.