vivo iQOO 11 vs Xiaomi Poco F5: The Definitive Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The iQOO 11 delivers significantly faster performance thanks to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, and a brighter display. However, the Poco F5 offers a more balanced package with a competitive price and a very capable camera. For raw power, the iQOO 11 wins, but for value, the Poco F5 is hard to beat.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | vivo iQOO 11 | Xiaomi Poco F5 |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 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, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - International | 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 |
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - China | - | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, December 08 | 2023, May 09 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, December 08 | Available. Released 2023, May |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 164.9 x 77.1 x 8.4 mm or 8.7 mm | 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 | 205 g or 208 g (7.23 oz) | 181 g (6.38 oz) |
| - | IP53, dust and splash resistant | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~518 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 111.0 cm2 (~87.3% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~88.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | LTPO4 AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, HDR10+, 1800 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 68B colors, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 120Hz, 500 nits (typ), 1000 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x2.91 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.49 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM7475-AB Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Adreno 725 |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, Funtouch 14 (International), OriginOS 3 (China) | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, HyperOS |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 16GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 - 128GB UFS 4.0 - 256/512GB | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) | - |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.57", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.5, 47mm (telephoto), PDAF, 2x optical zoom 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm (ultrawide) | 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 | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | - |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30/60fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 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 | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, NavIC | 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 | 120W wired, PD3.0, 100% in 25 min | 67W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 100% in 46 min |
| Type | 5000 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Green, White (BMW M branding) | Black, Blue, White |
| Models | V2243A | 23049PCD8G, 23049PCD8I |
| Price | About 650 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 | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 127h | Endurance rating 118h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -26.3 LUFS (Good) | -24.3 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 1281665 (v9) GeekBench: 4803 (v5.1) GFXBench: 67fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | - |
vivo iQOO 11
- Flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 performance
- Brighter display (1147 nits)
- Faster 120W charging
- Excellent endurance rating (127h)
- Premium build quality (likely)
- Higher price point
- Camera might not be significantly better than Poco F5
- Software experience can be polarizing (Funtouch OS)
Xiaomi Poco F5
- Excellent value for money
- Solid performance with Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2
- Fast 67W charging
- Good camera system
- Stylish design
- Less powerful than iQOO 11
- Lower peak brightness
- Build quality might not be as premium
Display Comparison
The iQOO 11 takes a clear lead in display brightness, measuring a peak of 1147 nits compared to the Poco F5's 963 nits. Both offer excellent contrast ratios (nominally infinite), resulting in vibrant colors and deep blacks. While both displays are likely AMOLED panels, the iQOO 11's higher brightness makes it more usable outdoors. Resolution is likely FHD+ on both, but the iQOO 11 may have a slightly higher refresh rate (likely 120Hz vs 120Hz).
Camera Comparison
Both phones feature capable camera systems, but the Poco F5 might offer slightly better image processing in certain scenarios. The iQOO 11 likely has a more versatile camera setup with potentially better zoom capabilities. Expect both to capture detailed photos in good lighting, but low-light performance could be a differentiator. Video recording capabilities are likely comparable, supporting 4K at 60fps.
Performance
This is where the iQOO 11 truly shines. Its Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset is significantly more powerful than the Poco F5's Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2. Expect noticeably faster app loading times, smoother multitasking, and superior gaming performance on the iQOO 11. The iQOO 11's CPU configuration also contributes to its edge in demanding tasks.
Battery Life
The iQOO 11 boasts an impressive endurance rating of 127h, slightly edging out the Poco F5's 118h. However, the Poco F5's 67W charging is faster than the iQOO 11's 120W, allowing it to reach 100% in 46 minutes versus 25 minutes. While the iQOO 11 charges faster, the Poco F5's battery capacity might be slightly larger, contributing to its overall endurance.
Buying Guide
The vivo iQOO 11 is ideal for gamers, power users, and anyone who demands the absolute best performance. The Xiaomi Poco F5 is perfect for budget-conscious buyers who still want a stylish phone with a great display, solid camera, and fast charging.