The Great POCO: Introducing the Poco X4 GT and the Poco X5 Pro 5G
POCO, the brand that brought us the flagship-level Pocophone F1 in 2018, has now released two powerful mid-range offerings: the Poco X4 GT and the Poco X5 Pro 5G. On paper, there’s no denying that both phones offer plenty of bang for their buck. But which one is the better option? Let’s take a closer look.
Design & Materials
Starting with the Poco X4 GT, it comes with a 6.60-inch LCD IPS display with a resolution of 1080 x 2460 (FHD+), a 144 Hz refresh rate and 500 cd/m² (typ) brightness, along with a 1400:1 contrast ratio and HDR10 support. It also features Corning Gorilla Glass 5 and a usable surface of 84.7%. For audio, there are stereo speakers, Hi-Res Audio and Dolby Atmos, and it uses a combination of glass and plastic for its materials.
As for the Poco X5 Pro 5G, it has a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 (FHD+), a 120 Hz refresh rate and 500 cd/m² (typ) brightness, as well as a 5000000:1 contrast ratio and HDR10 support. The phone also includes Corning Gorilla Glass 5 and an even higher usable surface area of 86.3%. Stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos are also present, as well as plastic for its build materials.
Hardware
When it comes to hardware, the Poco X4 GT features a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Max processor (5nm), 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and 128GB or 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It boasts an impressive Antutu score of 824571, and an advanced cooling system is also present. Fingerprint scanning is also available on the side.
The Poco X5 Pro 5G, meanwhile, has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (SM7325) (6nm) processor, 6GB or 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM, and 128GB or 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. It achieves a slightly lower Antutu score of 535000. A side-mounted fingerprint scanner is also included here.
Cameras
The Poco X4 GT comes with a triple camera setup consisting of a 64.0MP Samsung Bright S5KGW1 main sensor with an f/1.89 aperture and ISOCELL technology, an 8.0MP wide angle lens with an f/2.2 aperture and CMOS technology, and a 2.0MP macro lens with an f/2.4 aperture and Omnivision OV02B10 technology. The selfie camera is an Omnivision OV16A10 16.0MP shooter with an f/2.45 aperture. 4K video recording and 20° FOV ultra wide angle capabilities are also available.
As for the Poco X5 Pro 5G, it sports a triple camera setup consisting of a 108.0MP Samsung S5KHM2 main sensor with an f/1.9 aperture and ISOCELL technology, an 8.0MP wide angle lens with an f/2.2 aperture and Samsung S5K4H7 technology, and a 2.0MP macro lens with an f/2.4 aperture and Omnivision OV02B10 technology. The selfie camera is an Omnivision OV16A1Q 16.0MP shooter with an f/2.4 aperture. 4K video recording and 120° FOV ultra wide angle capabilities are also part of the package.
Connectivity & Battery
In terms of connectivity, the Poco X4 GT supports Bluetooth 5.3, dual SIM, NFC, an audio jack, WiFi 6 (802.11ax), GPS (L1+L5), and infrared. It has a large 5080mAh battery which supports 67.0W fast charging.
The Poco X5 Pro 5G, on the other hand, offers Bluetooth 5.2, dual SIM, NFC, an audio jack, WiFi 6 (802.11ax), and infrared. Powering the device is a 5000mAh battery which supports 67.0W fast charging.
Conclusion
Both the Poco X4 GT and the Poco X5 Pro 5G are fantastic mid-range smartphones that won’t break the bank. The former is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Max processor and comes with a triple camera setup boasting a 64.0MP main sensor, while the latter has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G processor and a triple camera setup with a 108.0MP primary shooter. So, depending on what features you prioritize more, either one should be ideal for your needs.
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Ki Cost-effective Score |
8.3
Ki Cost-effective Score |
8.4
Ki Cost-effective Score |
Design and Screen score | 7.3 Design & Materials | 8.3 Design & Materials |
Performance and Hardware score | 7.9 Performance & Hardware | 7.3 Performance & Hardware |
Camera score | 6.7 Camera | 7.2 Camera |
Connectivity score | 8.2 Connectivity | 8.1 Connectivity |
Battery score | 8.1 Battery | 7.5 Battery |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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User score |
9.2
96 reviews
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9.0
56 reviews
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Specs |
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Inches | 6.6" | 6.67" |
Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ |
Usable surface | 85% useful | 86% useful |
Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
Dimensions |
74.3 mm
163.6 mm 8.9 mm |
76.0 mm
162.9 mm 7.9 mm |
Weight | 200 g | 181 g |
Micro |
Dimensity 8100 Octa-Core |
SnapD. 778 Octa-Core |
RAM | 8 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
AnTuTu |
820.061 v10 |
609.106 v10 |
Battery | 5080 mAh | 5000 mAh |
Main Camera |
1
64 Mpx · ƒ/1.89 Bright S5KGW1 2 3 |
1
108 Mpx · ƒ/1.9 S5KHM2 2 3 |
Selfie Camera | SELF 16 Mpx · ƒ/2.45 | SELF 16 Mpx · ƒ/2.4 |
Bands | ||
OS | Android 13 Tiramisu | Android 12 Snow Cone |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Brand | POCO | POCO |
Aliases | -- | 22101320G, Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Release date |
June 2022, 1 year ago |
February 2023, 9 months ago |
State | On Sale | On Sale |
Market | Global | Global |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Size |
74.3 mm
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163.6 mm
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8.9 mm
Print 3D Model
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76.0 mm
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162.9 mm
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7.9 mm
Print 3D Model
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Weight | 200 g | 181 g |
Usable surface | 85 % | 86 % |
Materials | Plastic, Glass | Plastic |
Resistance | IP53 | IP53 |
Colors |
Black
Blue
Silver
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Black
Blue
Yellow
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Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Diagonal | 6.6" | 6.67" |
Type | LCD IPS | AMOLED |
Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
Resolution |
FHD+ 1080 x 2460 px |
FHD+ 1080 x 2400 px |
Density | 407 Pixels per inch | 395 Pixels per inch |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Model | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Max | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (SM7325) |
CPU | 4x Cortex-A78 2.85 GHz + 4x Cortex-A55 2.0 GHz | 1×Cortex-A78 2.4GHz + 3×Cortex-A78 2.2GHz+ 4xCortex-A55 1.9 GHz |
Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
Manufacturing | 5 nm | 6 nm |
64 Bits | Yes | Yes |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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GPU | Mali-G610 MC6 | Adreno 642L |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
Type | RAM LPDDR5 | LPDDR4X RAM |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Score |
820.061
Antutu v10
Overall performance better than 87% of devices
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609.106
Antutu v10
Overall performance better than 82% of devices
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Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 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 | No | No |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Fingerprint | Yes, on the side | Yes, on the side |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Sensors |
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Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Notifications LED | -- | -- |
Cooling system | Yes | Yes |
Gaming buttons | No | No |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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No. of cameras | Triple rear camera | Triple rear camera |
1 Camera type |
Standard |
Standard |
Resolution | 64 Mpx | 108 Mpx |
Sensor | Samsung Bright S5KGW1 | Samsung S5KHM2 |
Type | ISOCELL | ISOCELL |
Aperture | ƒ/ 1.89 | ƒ/ 1.9 |
ISO | -- | -- |
Pixel size | 0.80 µm | 0.70 µm |
Pixel Binning | 1-4 (2x2) | 1-9 (3x3) |
Sensor size | 1/1.72" | 1/1.52" |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Flash | LED | LED |
Optical Stabilisation | No | No |
Slow Motion Video |
Yes, 960 fps |
Yes, 240 fps |
Others |
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Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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SELF Camera type |
Dedicated |
Dedicated |
Resolution | 16 Mpx | 16 Mpx |
Sensor | Omnivision OV16A10 | Omnivision OV16A1Q |
Type | PureCel | PureCel |
Aperture | ƒ/ 2.45 | ƒ/ 2.4 |
Pixel size | 1.00 µm | 1.00 µm |
Pixel Binning | -- | -- |
Sensor size | 1/3.06" | 1/3.06" |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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DxOMark Score | -- | -- |
Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 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 X4 GT Global · 8GB · 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 X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Wi-Fi |
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Others |
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Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Version | Bluetooth 5.3 LE Low energy consumption | Bluetooth 5.2 LE Low energy consumption |
Others |
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Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Navigation |
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Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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USB |
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Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 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. |
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American measurement The FCC limit is 1.6 W/kg measured in a volume of 1 gram of tissue |
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Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Others |
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Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Capacity |
5080 mAh
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5000 mAh
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Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
Fast charge |
Yes, 67.0W |
Yes, 67.0W |
Others |
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Poco X4 GT Global · 8GB · 128GB |
Poco X5 Pro 5G Global · 6GB · 128GB |
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Operating System |
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Google Services (official) | Yes | Yes |