Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Poco F5: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Poco F5 emerges as the overall winner thanks to its superior Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, brighter display, and excellent battery life. While the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ boasts incredibly fast 120W charging, the Poco F5's performance and display make it a more well-rounded package.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | Xiaomi Poco F5 |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 19, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 - International, China | 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 - International | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE-A (CA), 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - China | - | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, October 27 | 2023, May 09 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, November 01 | Available. Released 2023, May |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 162.9 x 76 x 8.9 mm (6.41 x 2.99 x 0.35 in) | 161.1 x 75 x 7.9 mm (6.34 x 2.95 x 0.31 in) |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 208.4 g (7.34 oz) | 181 g (6.38 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 (~86.8% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~88.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 900 nits (HBM) | AMOLED, 68B colors, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 120Hz, 500 nits (typ), 1000 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x2.91 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.49 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6877V Dimensity 1080 (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM7475-AB Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G68 MC4 | Adreno 725 |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, HyperOS |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 2.2 | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Triple | 200 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.4", 0.56µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4", 1.12µm 2 MP, f/2.4, (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@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | - |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps | 1080p@30/60fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | - | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c), GALILEO (E1), QZSS (L1) | 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 (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 120W wired, PD3.0, 100% in 19 min (advertised) | 67W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 100% in 46 min |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Arctic White, Iceberg Blue, Obsidian Black, Trend edition | Black, Blue, White |
| Models | 22101316UCP, 22101316UG | 23049PCD8G, 23049PCD8I |
| Price | $ 348.00 / £ 439.00 / € 399.00 / ₹ 29,949 | € 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 88h | Endurance rating 118h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -26.7 LUFS (Good) | -24.3 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 498710 (v9) GeekBench: 2208 (v5.1), 2372 (v6) GFXBench: 22fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | - |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Incredibly fast 120W charging
- Potentially higher resolution main camera
- Good overall design
- Dimensity 1080 chipset is less powerful than the Poco F5's
- Lower peak brightness display
- Battery life not as impressive as the Poco F5
Xiaomi Poco F5
- Powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset
- Brighter and smoother display
- Excellent battery life
- Competitive price
- Charging speed is slower than the Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Camera performance can be inconsistent in certain conditions
Display Comparison
The Poco F5 takes the display crown. While both offer 'infinite' contrast ratios (a marketing term), the Poco F5's measured 963 nits peak brightness is significantly higher than the Redmi Note 12 Pro+'s, making it much easier to see outdoors. Both have FHD+ AMOLED panels with 120Hz refresh rates, but the Poco F5's brightness advantage is noticeable.
Camera Comparison
Camera performance is more nuanced. The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ often features a higher megapixel main sensor (typically 200MP), potentially offering more detail in ideal lighting conditions. However, the Poco F5's image processing and overall camera tuning are often considered more consistent and pleasing. Both offer capable video recording, but the Poco F5's chipset may offer slightly better stabilization.
Performance
The Poco F5's Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 is a clear winner here. It's a more powerful and efficient chipset than the Dimensity 1080, resulting in smoother performance in demanding games and apps. The Dimensity 1080 is still capable, but the Poco F5 offers a noticeable performance boost.
Battery Life
The Poco F5 demonstrates superior battery endurance. While the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has a respectable battery life, the Poco F5 consistently delivers longer active use times and a higher endurance rating (118h vs 88h). The Redmi Note 12 Pro+'s 120W charging is a huge advantage for quickly topping up, but the Poco F5's larger battery means you'll need to do it less often.
Buying Guide
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is ideal for users prioritizing incredibly fast charging and a potentially more refined camera experience (though this is debatable). The Poco F5 is the better choice for gamers, power users, and those who value a brighter, smoother display and consistently strong performance.