Xiaomi Redmi K50 Gaming vs. Poco F5: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Redmi K50 Gaming delivers raw power with its Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, ideal for demanding games. However, the Poco F5 boasts a brighter display, excellent battery life, and a more attractive price point, making it a compelling choice for everyday users seeking a balance of features.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Xiaomi Redmi K50 Gaming | Xiaomi Poco F5 |
| 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, 18, 19, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 | 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 |
| CDMA2000 1x | - | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, February 16 | 2023, May 09 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, February 18 | Available. Released 2023, May |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back, aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 162.5 x 76.7 x 8.5 mm (6.40 x 3.02 x 0.33 in) | 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 | 210 g (7.41 oz) | 181 g (6.38 oz) |
| Physical magnetic pop-up gaming triggers | IP53, dust and splash resistant | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | 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 (~86.2% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~88.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 800 nits (HBM) | AMOLED, 68B colors, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 120Hz, 500 nits (typ), 1000 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x2.91 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.49 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM7475-AB Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Adreno 725 |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, HyperOS |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | Color spectrum sensor, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 20 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm | - |
| Triple | 64 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) | 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 | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps, HDR | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | - |
| Single | 20 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@120fps, HDR | 1080p@30/60fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| 35mm jack | No | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers (4 speakers) | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio Tuned by JBL | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5) | 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/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Virtual proximity sensing | - | |
| Battery | ||
|---|---|---|
| Charging | 120W wired, PD3.0, QC3, 100% in 17 min | 67W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 100% in 46 min |
| Type | Li-Po 4700 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Black, Gray, Blue, AMG | Black, Blue, White |
| Models | 21121210C | 23049PCD8G, 23049PCD8I |
| Price | About 460 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 118h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -24.3 LUFS (Very good) |
Xiaomi Redmi K50 Gaming
- Unmatched gaming performance
- Blazing-fast 120W charging
- High refresh rate display
- Premium build quality
- Can run hot under heavy load
- Less impressive battery life compared to Poco F5
- Potentially higher price
Xiaomi Poco F5
- Excellent value for money
- Bright and vibrant display
- Long-lasting battery life
- Stylish design
- Performance not as high as K50 Gaming
- Slower charging speed
- Camera may not be as advanced
Display Comparison
The Poco F5 takes the display crown with a measured peak brightness of 963 nits, offering significantly better visibility in sunlight compared to the Redmi K50 Gaming. While the Redmi K50 Gaming has a good quality OLED panel, the Poco F5's brightness advantage is noticeable. The Poco F5 also boasts an 'infinite' contrast ratio, though this is a nominal value.
Camera Comparison
Camera performance is a close call. Both phones offer capable camera systems, but the Redmi K50 Gaming likely has a slight edge in low-light conditions due to its potentially larger sensors and image processing capabilities. The Poco F5's camera is more than adequate for everyday photography and videography.
Performance
The Redmi K50 Gaming's Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset provides a clear performance advantage, especially in graphically intensive games. While both phones share the same CPU core configuration, the 8 Gen 1's GPU is significantly more powerful. The Poco F5's Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 is still a very capable chip, but it won't match the K50 Gaming's raw horsepower.
Battery Life
The Poco F5 shines in battery life, achieving an impressive endurance rating of 118 hours and active use of 11:52h. The Redmi K50 Gaming, while having a decent battery, doesn't match the Poco F5's longevity. However, the K50 Gaming's 120W charging is significantly faster, fully charging in just 17 minutes compared to the Poco F5's 46 minutes.
Buying Guide
The Xiaomi Redmi K50 Gaming is perfect for hardcore mobile gamers and those prioritizing top-tier performance above all else. The Poco F5 is the better choice for users who want a well-rounded smartphone with a great display, long battery life, and excellent value for money.