POCO F5 and POCO F3: Taking Mid-Range and High-End Smartphones to a New Level
POCO is one of the most popular phone brands in the world, and with the recent release of their two latest smartphones – the POCO F5 and the POCO F3 – the company is continuing its impressive track record of offering high-end specs at mid-range prices. Both the POCO F5 and F3 come with top-tier performance and excellent design quality, combined with generous battery life and plenty of connectivity options. Let’s take a closer look at these two amazing devices that have been launched this year.
Design and Materials Both the POCO F5 and F3 feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED display, with a resolution of 1080x2400 (FHD+). This makes for an incredibly sharp and vibrant viewing experience, as well as offering HDR10+ technology for vivid colours and deep blacks. The F3 also has an impressive peak brightness rating of 1300 cd/m². Both devices also feature Corning Gorilla Glass 5 for added durability and protection against display damage.
The POCO F5 is made from polycarbonate, while the F3 combines glass, metal and plastic. Both devices feature a liquid-cooling system and X-axis linear motors for efficient cooling during long gaming sessions. One difference is that the F5 has an impressive 89% usable surface area, while the F3 offers 85.4%.
Hardware The hardware found inside the POCO F5 and F3 is where these phones really stand out. The F5 features a Snapdragon 7+ Gen2 processor, backed up with either 8GB or 12GB of RAM, as well as 256GB of storage. This makes the F5 a very capable mid-range device, with an AnTuTu score of 969903 and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for extra security.
The POCO F3 has a more powerful Snapdragon 870 processor, alongside 6GB or 8GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of internal storage. This results in an AnTuTu score of 714008, making it a solid performer in the high-end segment. It too has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for added security.
Camera Both devices feature triple rear cameras, with the F5 offering a 64MP standard lens, 8MP wide-angle lens and 2MP macro lens. The F3 is more impressive, with a 48MP standard lens, 8MP wide-angle + macro lens, and 5MP macro lens. Both devices have 16MP front-facing cameras, and offer optical stabilization (OIS), 4K video and ultra-wide angle lenses.
Connectivity and Battery The POCO F5 and F3 both offer Bluetooth 5.1 and dual SIM capability, while the F5 also has NFC and an audio jack. Both phones feature Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) and infrared. The F5 has a larger 5000mAh battery, and supports 67.0W fast charging, while the F3 has 4520mAh and supports 33.0W fast charging.
Conclusion POCO has once again raised the bar with the POCO F5 and F3 smartphones. Both phones offer excellent specs, build quality and design, and are ideal for those looking for a mid-range or high-end device without breaking the bank. With their impressive performance, camera capabilities and battery life, the POCO F5 and F3 are sure to be popular choices for many.
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Ki Cost-effective Score |
9.3
Ki Cost-effective Score |
8.4
Ki Cost-effective Score |
Design and Screen score | 9.0 Design & Materials | 7.8 Design & Materials |
Performance and Hardware score | 8.5 Performance & Hardware | 7.7 Performance & Hardware |
Camera score | 7.7 Camera | 6.9 Camera |
Connectivity score | 8.2 Connectivity | 8.2 Connectivity |
Battery score | 8.1 Battery | 6.2 Battery |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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User score |
8.8
11 reviews
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9.0
386 reviews
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Specs |
![]() Global · 8GB · 256GB |
![]() Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Inches | 6.67" | 6.67" |
Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ |
Usable surface | 89% useful | 85% useful |
Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
Dimensions |
74.9 mm 161.1 mm 7.9 mm |
76.4 mm 163.7 mm 7.8 mm |
Weight | 181 g | 196 g |
Micro |
SnapD. 7+ Gen2 Octa-Core |
SnapD. 870 Octa-Core |
RAM | 8 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
AnTuTu |
969.903 v9 |
714.008 v9 |
Battery | 5000 mAh | 4520 mAh |
Main Camera |
1
64 Mpx · ƒ/1.79 OV64B 2 3 |
1
48 Mpx · ƒ/1.79 IMX582 Exmor RS 2 3 |
Selfie Camera | SELF 16 Mpx · ƒ/2.45 | SELF 20 Mpx · ƒ/2.45 |
Bands | ||
OS | Android 13 Tiramisu | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Brand | POCO | POCO |
Aliases | 23049PCD8G, Poco F5 5G, marble | M2012K11AG, HAYDN, Xiaomi Poco F3, Poco F3 5G |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Release date |
May 2023, 24 days ago |
March 2021, 2 years ago |
State | On Sale | On Sale |
Market | Global | Global |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Size |
74.9 mm
Print 3D Model
161.1 mm 7.9 mm See more details
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76.4 mm
Print 3D Model
163.7 mm 7.8 mm See more details
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Weight | 181 g | 196 g |
Usable surface | 89 % | 85 % |
Materials | Polycarbonate | Plastic, Glass, Metal, Splash resistant design |
Resistance | IP53 | - |
Colors |
Black
White
Blue
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Black
White
Blue
Silver
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Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Diagonal | 6.67" | 6.67" |
Type | AMOLED | AMOLED • Samsung E4 |
Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
Resolution |
FHD+ 1080 x 2400 px |
FHD+ 1080 x 2400 px |
Density | 402 Pixels per inch | 386 Pixels per inch |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Model | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 (SM8250-AC) |
CPU | 1x2.91GHz Cortex X2 + 3x2.49GHz Cortex A710 + 4x1.80GHz Cortex A510 | 1x Cortex-A77 3.20 GHz + 3x Cortex-A77 2.4 GHz + 4x Cortex-A55 1.8 GHz |
Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
Manufacturing | 4 nm | 7 nm |
Frequency | 2.91 GHz | 3.2 GHz |
64 Bits | Yes | Yes |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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GPU | Adreno 725 | Qualcomm Adreno 650 |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
Type | RAM LPDDR5 | RAM LPDDR5 |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Score |
969.903
Antutu v9
Overall performance better than 95% of devices
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714.008
Antutu v9
Overall performance better than 88% of devices
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Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Capacity | 256 GB | 128 GB |
Type | UFS Storage 3.1 | UFS Storage 3.1 |
SD Slot | No | No |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Fingerprint | Yes, on the side | Yes, on the side |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Sensors |
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Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Notifications LED | -- | -- |
Cooling system | Yes | Yes |
Gaming buttons | No | No |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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No. of cameras | Triple rear camera | Triple rear camera |
1 Camera type |
Standard |
Standard |
Resolution | 64 Mpx | 48 Mpx |
Sensor | Omnivision OV64B | Sony IMX582 Exmor RS |
Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Aperture | ƒ/ 1.79 | ƒ/ 1.79 |
ISO | -- | -- |
Pixel size | 1.40 µm | 0.80 µm |
Pixel Binning | 1-4 (2x2) | 1-4 (2x2) |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2" |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Flash | Dual LED | Dual LED |
Optical Stabilisation | Yes | No |
Slow Motion Video |
Yes, 240 fps |
Yes, 960 fps |
Others |
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Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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SELF Camera type |
Dedicated |
Dedicated |
Resolution | 16 Mpx | 20 Mpx |
Sensor | Samsung S5K3P9 | Samsung S5K3T2 |
Type | ISOCELL | CMOS |
Aperture | ƒ/ 2.45 | ƒ/ 2.45 |
Pixel size | 1.12 µm | 0.80 µm |
Pixel Binning | 1-4 (2x2) | 1-4 (2x2) |
Sensor size | 1/3.1" | 1/3.4" |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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DxOMark Score | -- | -- |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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5G |
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4G LTE |
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3G |
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2G |
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Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Dual SIM | Dual Sim Dual Standby | Dual Sim Dual Standby |
Type |
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Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Wi-Fi |
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Others |
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Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Version | Bluetooth 5.3 LE Low energy consumption | Bluetooth 5.1 LE Low energy consumption |
Others |
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Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Navigation |
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Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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USB |
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Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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European measurement The European Union sets a limit of 2 W/kg averaged over 10 grams of tissue. |
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0.599 W/Kg on head
0.843 W/Kg on body |
American measurement The FCC limit is 1.6 W/kg measured in a volume of 1 gram of tissue |
0.857 W/Kg on head
0.860 W/Kg on body |
1.060 W/Kg on head
0.720 W/Kg on body |
Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Others |
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Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Capacity |
5000 mAh
See more details
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4520 mAh
See more details
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Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
Fast charge |
Yes, 67.0W |
Yes, 33.0W |
Others |
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Poco F5 Global · 8GB · 256GB |
POCO F3 Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Operating System |
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Google Services (official) | Yes | Yes |