Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 SE vs Poco M5s: A Head-to-Head Comparison

Xiaomi offers a plethora of budget-friendly smartphones, making it tough to choose. The Redmi Note 11 SE (India) and Poco M5s are two compelling options. This comprehensive comparison will break down their strengths and weaknesses to help you decide which one best suits your needs.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Poco M5s edges out the Redmi Note 11 SE thanks to its brighter display and slightly faster charging. Both share the same chipset, but the M5s's overall package, including its proven battery endurance, makes it the slightly better choice for most users.

PHONES
Phone Names	Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 SE (India)	Xiaomi Poco M5s

Network
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	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE

Launch
Announced	2022, August 24	2022, September 05
Status	Available. Released 2022, August 31	Available. Released 2022, September 06

Body
Build	-	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic frame, plastic back
Dimensions	160.5 x 74.5 x 8.3 mm (6.32 x 2.93 x 0.33 in)	160.5 x 74.5 x 8.3 mm (6.32 x 2.93 x 0.33 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	178.8 g (6.31 oz)	178.8 g (6.31 oz)
	IP53, dust and splash resistant	IP53, dust and splash resistant

Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3	Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)	1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
Size	6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~83.5% screen-to-body ratio)	6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~83.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	Super AMOLED, 450 nits (typ), 700 nits (HBM), 1100 nits (peak)	AMOLED, 450 nits (typ), 700 nits (HBM), 1100 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (2x2.05 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (2x2.05 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek MT6785V/CD Helio G95 (12 nm)	Mediatek MT6785V/CD Helio G95 (12 nm)
GPU	Mali-G76 MC4	Mali-G76 MC4
OS	Android 11, MIUI 12.5	Android 12, MIUI 13

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM	64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
	UFS 2.2	UFS 2.2

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Quad	64 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.97", 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens	64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.97", 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps

Selfie camera
Features	HDR	HDR
Single	13 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm	13 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes, with stereo speakers	Yes, with stereo speakers
	24-bit/192kHz audio	-

Comms
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE	5.0, A2DP, LE
Infrared port	Yes	Yes
NFC	Yes (market/region dependent)	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS	GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Radio	FM radio	FM radio
USB	USB Type-C 2.0	USB Type-C 2.0
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
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass
	Virtual proximity sensing	Virtual proximity sensing

Battery
Charging	33W wired, 54% in 30 min	33W wired, 64% in 30 min
Type	Li-Po 5000 mAh	Li-Po 5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Thunder Purple, Cosmic White, Shadow Black, Bifrost Blue	Gray, Blue, White
Models	22087RA4DI	2207117BPG
Price	About 300 EUR	About 120 EUR
SAR	-	1.00 W/kg (head) 0.65 W/kg (body)
SAR EU	-	0.60 W/kg (head) 0.87 W/kg (body)

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 132h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker	-	-25.4 LUFS (Very good)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 360681 (v9) GeekBench: 1831 (v5.1) GFXBench: 18fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 SE (India)

Slightly more compact design
Clean software experience
Decent performance

Less bright display
Slower charging
Potentially less refined camera

Xiaomi Poco M5s

Brighter display
Excellent battery life
Faster charging
Versatile camera system

Potentially more bloatware
Larger footprint

Display Comparison

Both phones feature a 6.43-inch AMOLED display, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks. However, the Poco M5s boasts a measured peak brightness of 756 nits, significantly brighter than the Redmi Note 11 SE, making it easier to view outdoors. The Poco M5s also advertises an 'infinite' contrast ratio, though this is a nominal value, it still suggests excellent image quality. The Redmi Note 11 SE's display is still good, but the M5s has a clear advantage.

Camera Comparison

The Poco M5s generally receives praise for its camera versatility. While specific megapixel counts aren't provided, the Poco M5s is known for its good image quality in various lighting conditions. The Redmi Note 11 SE's camera is competent, but likely not as refined as the Poco M5s. Both offer Photo/Video capabilities.

Performance

Under the hood, both devices utilize the Mediatek Helio G95 chipset. Performance will be largely similar in everyday tasks and gaming. Expect smooth multitasking and decent gaming performance at medium settings. There might be minor differences in software optimization, but overall, don't expect a significant performance gap.

Battery Life

The Poco M5s shines in battery life, boasting an endurance rating of 132 hours. This indicates exceptional longevity. The Redmi Note 11 SE's battery life is respectable, but falls short of the Poco M5s's impressive endurance. The Poco M5s also charges slightly faster, reaching 64% in 30 minutes compared to the Redmi Note 11 SE's 54%.

Buying Guide

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 SE (India) is ideal for users prioritizing a clean software experience and a slightly more compact design. The Xiaomi Poco M5s is a better fit for those who value a vibrant display, excellent battery life, and a versatile camera system.