POCO X3 Pro and POCO X5 Pro 5G: Two Mid-Range Smartphones to Keep an Eye On
The world of technology is constantly changing, with new products being released every day. But POCO has recently released two mid-range smartphones that are sure to make a big impact in the market, the POCO X3 Pro and the POCO X5 Pro 5G. Both of these phones are packed with features and offer great value for money.
In terms of design and materials, both phones feature a glass front, plastic back and a splash-resistant design. The POCO X3 Pro has a 6.67 inch LCD IPS display with a resolution of 1080x2400 FHD+, a refresh rate of 120 Hz, a brightness of 450 cd/m2 (typ) and a contrast ratio of 1500:1. The POCO X5 Pro 5G, on the other hand, has an AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080x2400 FHD+, a refresh rate of 120 Hz, a brightness of 500 cd/m2 (typ) and a contrast ratio of 5000000:1. Both phones also have Corning Gorilla Glass 6 and 6 for their respective displays.
For audio, the POCO X3 Pro has stereo speakers and Hi-Res Audio support while the POCO X5 Pro 5G features Dolby Atmos. In terms of hardware, both phones are powered by Qualcomm processors – the POCO X3 Pro has a Snapdragon 860 (7nm) while the POCO X5 Pro 5G has a Snapdragon 778G (SM7325) (6nm). The POCO X3 Pro has 6GB or 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB or 256GB of UFS storage 3.1 depending on the model. The POCO X5 Pro 5G has 6GB or 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB or 256GB of UFS storage 2.2 depending on the model.
In terms of cameras, the POCO X3 Pro has a quad-camera setup consisting of a 48MP Sony IMX582 Exmor RS standard camera, an 8MP wide angle lens, a 2MP macro lens and a 2MP depth camera. The POCO X5 Pro 5G has a triple-camera setup consisting of a 108MP Samsung S5KHM2 standard camera, an 8MP wide angle lens and a 2MP macro lens. Both phones also have a 20MP selfie camera.
Connectivity-wise, both phones have Bluetooth 5.0, Dual SIM, NFC, Audio Jack and Infrared. The POCO X5 Pro 5G also has WiFi 6 (802.11ax). In terms of battery, the POCO X3 Pro has a 5160mAh capacity and supports fast charging at 33W while the POCO X5 Pro 5G has a 5000mAh capacity and supports fast charging at 67W.
Overall, the POCO X3 Pro and POCO X5 Pro 5G are two great mid-range smartphones that offer great value for money. These phones are packed with features, have great designs and materials and offer a good balance between performance and efficiency. If you’re looking for a mid-range smartphone, these two should definitely be on your list.
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Ki Cost-effective Score |
8.0
Ki Cost-effective Score |
8.4
Ki Cost-effective Score |
Design and Screen score | 6.8 Design & Materials | 8.3 Design & Materials |
Performance and Hardware score | 7.4 Performance & Hardware | 7.3 Performance & Hardware |
Camera score | 6.9 Camera | 7.2 Camera |
Connectivity score | 7.1 Connectivity | 8.1 Connectivity |
Battery score | 8.2 Battery | 7.4 Battery |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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User score |
8.8
504 reviews
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9.0
59 reviews
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Specs |
![]() Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Inches | 6.67" | 6.67" |
Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ |
Usable surface | 84% useful | 86% useful |
Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
Dimensions |
76.8 mm
165.3 mm 9.4 mm |
76.0 mm
162.9 mm 7.9 mm |
Weight | 215 g | 181 g |
Micro |
SnapD. 860 Octa-Core |
SnapD. 778 Octa-Core |
RAM | 6 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
AnTuTu |
627.869 v10 |
609.106 v10 |
Battery | 5160 mAh | 5000 mAh |
Main Camera |
1
48 Mpx · ƒ/1.79 IMX582 Exmor RS 2 3 4 |
1
108 Mpx · ƒ/1.9 S5KHM2 2 3 |
Selfie Camera | SELF 20 Mpx · ƒ/2.2 | SELF 16 Mpx · ƒ/2.4 |
Bands | ||
OS | Android 13 Tiramisu | Android 12 Snow Cone |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Brand | POCO | POCO |
Aliases | VAYU, M2102J20SG, Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro | 22101320G, Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Release date |
March 2021, 2 years ago |
February 2023, 9 months ago |
State | On Sale | On Sale |
Market | Global | Global |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Size |
76.8 mm
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165.3 mm
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9.4 mm
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76.0 mm
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162.9 mm
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7.9 mm
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Weight | 215 g | 181 g |
Usable surface | 84 % | 86 % |
Materials | Plastic, Glass, Splash resistant design | Plastic |
Resistance | IP53 | IP53 |
Colors |
Black
Blue
Bronze
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Black
Blue
Yellow
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POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Diagonal | 6.67" | 6.67" |
Type | LCD IPS | AMOLED |
Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
Resolution |
FHD+ 1080 x 2400 px |
FHD+ 1080 x 2400 px |
Density | 395 Pixels per inch | 395 Pixels per inch |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Model | Qualcomm Snapdragon 860 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (SM7325) |
CPU | 1x Kryo 485 2.96 GHz + 3x Kryo 485 2.4 GHz + 4x Kryo 485 1.8 GHz | 1×Cortex-A78 2.4GHz + 3×Cortex-A78 2.2GHz+ 4xCortex-A55 1.9 GHz |
Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
Manufacturing | 7 nm | 6 nm |
64 Bits | Yes | Yes |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 640 | Adreno 642L |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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RAM | 6 GB | 6 GB |
Type | LPDDR4X RAM | LPDDR4X RAM |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Score |
627.869
Antutu v10
Overall performance better than 83% of devices
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609.106
Antutu v10
Overall performance better than 82% of devices
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POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB |
Type | UFS Storage 3.1 | UFS Storage 2.2 |
SD Slot |
Yes
, Slot for SD or second SIM card |
No |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Fingerprint | Yes, on the side | Yes, on the side |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Sensors |
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POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Notifications LED | LED Notifications | -- |
Cooling system | Yes | Yes |
Gaming buttons | No | No |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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No. of cameras | Quad rear camera | Triple rear camera |
1 Camera type |
Standard |
Standard |
Resolution | 48 Mpx | 108 Mpx |
Sensor | Sony IMX582 Exmor RS | Samsung S5KHM2 |
Type | CMOS | ISOCELL |
Aperture | ƒ/ 1.79 | ƒ/ 1.9 |
ISO | -- | -- |
Pixel size | 0.80 µm | 0.70 µm |
Pixel Binning | 1-4 (2x2) | 1-9 (3x3) |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/1.52" |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Flash | Dual LED | LED |
Optical Stabilisation | No | No |
Slow Motion Video |
Yes, 960 fps |
Yes, 240 fps |
Others |
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POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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SELF Camera type |
Dedicated |
Dedicated |
Resolution | 20 Mpx | 16 Mpx |
Sensor | Samsung S5K3T2 | Omnivision OV16A1Q |
Type | ISOCELL | PureCel |
Aperture | ƒ/ 2.2 | ƒ/ 2.4 |
Pixel size | 0.80 µm | 1.00 µm |
Pixel Binning | 1-4 (2x2) | -- |
Sensor size | 1/3.4" | 1/3.06" |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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DxOMark Score | -- | -- |
POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G 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 X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Dual SIM | Dual Sim Dual Standby | Dual Sim Dual Standby |
Type |
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POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Wi-Fi |
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Others |
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POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Version | Bluetooth 5.0 LE Low energy consumption | Bluetooth 5.2 LE Low energy consumption |
Others |
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POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Navigation |
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POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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USB |
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POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G 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. |
0.573 W/Kg on head
0.899 W/Kg on body |
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American measurement The FCC limit is 1.6 W/kg measured in a volume of 1 gram of tissue |
0.995 W/Kg on head
0.674 W/Kg on body |
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POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Others |
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POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Capacity |
5160 mAh
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5000 mAh
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Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
Fast charge |
Yes, 33.0W |
Yes, 67.0W |
Others |
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POCO X3 Pro Global · 6GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Operating System |
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Google Services (official) | Yes | Yes |