Xiaomi Poco F5 vs Poco F3: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Poco F5 emerges as the winner thanks to its significantly faster Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, brighter display, and faster 67W charging. While the F3 remains a solid option, the F5's upgrades make it the more compelling choice for most users seeking a performance boost.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Xiaomi Poco F5 | Xiaomi Poco F3 |
| 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 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2023, May 09 | 2021, March 22 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, May | Available. Released 2021, March 27 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 161.1 x 75 x 7.9 mm (6.34 x 2.95 x 0.31 in) | 163.7 x 76.4 x 7.8 mm (6.44 x 3.01 x 0.31 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 181 g (6.38 oz) | 196 g (6.91 oz) |
| IP53, dust and splash resistant | IP53, dust and splash resistant | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~88.9% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~85.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 68B colors, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 120Hz, 500 nits (typ), 1000 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.91 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.49 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 585) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7475-AB Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 725 | Adreno 650 |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, HyperOS | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13, HyperOS |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | - | 20 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.4", 0.8µm |
| Triple | 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) | 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 119˚ (ultrawide) 5 MP, f/2.4, 50mm (macro), AF |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | - | HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) | 20 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.4", 0.8µm |
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps | 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@120fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| 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 | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I), GALILEO (E1), QZSS (L1) | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), NavIC |
| 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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| - | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 67W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 100% in 46 min | 33W wired, PD3.0, QC3, 100% in 52 min |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh | Li-Po 4520 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Blue, White | Arctic White, Night Black, Deep Ocean Blue, Moonlight Silver |
| Models | 23049PCD8G, 23049PCD8I | M2012K11AG |
| Price | € 202.76 / $ 289.99 / ₹ 23,790 | € 162.15 |
| SAR | 1.09 W/kg (head) 1.08 W/kg (body) | 1.06 W/kg (head) 0.72 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 0.99 W/kg (head) 1.00 W/kg (body) | 0.60 W/kg (head) 0.84 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 118h | Endurance rating 114h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -24.3 LUFS (Very good) | -24.5 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 631850 (v8), 697216 (v9) GeekBench: 3206 (v5.1) GFXBench: 48fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Xiaomi Poco F5
- Faster Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 Chipset
- Brighter Display (963 nits)
- Faster 67W Charging
- Modern Design
- Potentially higher price than F3
- Camera details are unclear
Xiaomi Poco F3
- Solid Performance with Snapdragon 870
- Good Value for Money (especially at discounted prices)
- Decent Battery Life
- Slower 33W Charging
- Less Bright Display
- Older Chipset
Display Comparison
The Poco F5 boasts a noticeable advantage with its 963 nits max brightness, making it significantly easier to view outdoors in sunlight. Both phones feature an 'Infinite' contrast ratio (likely AMOLED), offering vibrant colors and deep blacks. The F5's improved brightness is a key upgrade.
Camera Comparison
While both phones offer 'Photo / Video' capabilities (specific details are missing), the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 in the F5 generally provides improved image processing capabilities. Expect slightly better dynamic range and noise reduction on the F5. Real-world camera performance will depend on software optimization and specific camera sensor details, which are not provided.
Performance
The Poco F5's Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 is a substantial upgrade over the F3's Snapdragon 870. The newer chipset offers improved CPU and GPU performance, resulting in smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and better gaming performance. The F3 is still capable, but the F5 takes the lead here.
Battery Life
Both phones offer excellent battery life, with endurance ratings of 118h and 114h respectively. The Poco F5's 67W charging is significantly faster than the F3's 33W, allowing for quicker top-ups.
Buying Guide
The Poco F5 is ideal for gamers, power users, and anyone prioritizing a smooth, responsive experience and fast charging. The Poco F3 is a great choice for budget-conscious buyers who still want a capable phone with a good display and decent performance, especially if they find it at a discounted price.