Technical sheet of POCO F5
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Introducing the Poco F5: the Next Mid-Range Smartphone
POCO's next mid-range smartphone, the Poco F5, is set to be released in May 2023, and it promises to deliver a reliable and powerful experience. As a part of the F series, the Poco F5 follows the successful release of its predecessor, the Poco F5 Pro, with upgrades in design, hardware, and camera technology. Let’s take a closer look at the Poco F5 and see what makes it special.
Design & Materials
The Poco F5 features an 89% screen-to-body ratio, making it one of the most compact mid-range phones in its class. It sports a 6.67 inch AMOLED display with 1080x2400 resolution and has a refresh rate of 120 Hz, a max brightness of 1000 cd/m2, and a 5000000:1 contrast ratio. Additionally, the phone is HDR10+ certified. It also features dual stereo speakers, Hi-Res Audio, Dolby Atmos, and noise cancellation microphones. In terms of materials, the phone has a polycarbonate body with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protecting it from scratches and other damages.
Hardware
The Poco F5 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen2 (4nm) processor, which is designed to provide a smooth and efficient experience. It features 8GB and 12GB of RAM, respectively, and 256GB of UFS Storage 3.1 to store your files. AnTuTu (v9) reports a benchmark score of 969903 for the Poco F5. Other features include a side fingerprint sensor for security and a 3725mm2 super diffusion conduction VC vapor chamber for cooling.
Camera
When it comes to photography, the Poco F5 is no slouch. It features a triple camera setup comprising of a standard 64.0Mpx Omnivision OV64B lens with f/1.79 aperture, a Sony IMX355 8.0MPx wide angle lens with f/2.2 aperture, and a GalaxyCore GC02M1 2.0MPx macro lens. The phone also includes a Samsung S5K3P9 16.0Mpx selfie camera with f/2.45 aperture. It supports optical stabilization (OIS), 4K video recording, and ultra wide angle lens 119º. The macro lens can even focus up to 4cm.
Connectivity & Battery
In terms of connectivity, the Poco F5 is equipped with Bluetooth 5.3, Dual SIM, NFC, audio jack, WiFi 6 (802.11ax), and an infrared port. It also has an impressive 5000mAh battery, which can be charged quickly with its 67.0W fast charge capability.
Conclusion
The Poco F5 is sure to be one of the top mid-range options when it is released. With its impressive design, powerful hardware, triple cameras and solid battery life, this phone is capable of delivering an incredible experience. Thanks to its high-end features and affordable price tag, the Poco F5 is sure to be a popular choice for those looking for a great all-rounder.
Brand
| Brand | POCO |
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| Aliases | 23049PCD8G, Poco F5 5G, marble |
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POCO F5 prices
| POCO F5 • Global · 8GB · 256GB | $ 464 |
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| POCO F5 • Global · 12GB · 256GB | |
| POCO F5 • India · 8GB · 256GB | |
| POCO F5 • India · 12GB · 256GB |
Release Date
| Release date | May 2023, 3 years ago |
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Design & Materials of POCO F5
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Structure
| Size | 74.9 mm•161.1 mm•7.9 mm Print 3D ModelSee more details |
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| Weight | 181 g |
| Usable surface | 89 % |
| Materials | Polycarbonate |
| Resistance certificates (dust, water) | IP53 |
| Colors | Black White Blue |
Screen
| Diagonal |
6.67"
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| Type | AMOLED |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 px • FHD+ |
| Density | 402 ppi • Very high density |
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According to our users, the 120Hz AMOLED screen is excellent, with good resolution and vivid colors. However, some point out that brightness under sunlight and color calibration could be improved.
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Performance & Hardware of POCO F5
Processor
| Model | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen2 |
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| CPU | 1x2.91GHz Cortex X2 + 3x2.49GHz Cortex A710 + 4x1.80GHz Cortex A510 |
| Type | Octa-Core |
| Nanometer | 4 nm |
| Frequency | 2.91 GHz |
| 64 Bits | Yes |
Graphics
| GPU | Adreno 725 |
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RAM
| RAM | 8 GB |
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| Type | RAM LPDDR5 |
Antutu
| Score |
1.134.558
• Antutu v10
Overall performance better than 86% of devices
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Storage
| Capacity | 256 GB |
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| Type | UFS Storage 3.1 |
| SD Slot | No |
Security
| Fingerprint | Yes, on the side |
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Sensors
| Fingerprint | Yes |
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| Light sensor | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Compass | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Ultrasonic proximity virtual | Yes |
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| Notifications LED | -- |
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| Cooling system | Yes |
| Gaming buttons | No |
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According to our users, performance is outstanding thanks to the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2, running demanding games and applications smoothly. Although some notice overheating in intense games, the overall performance is highly praised.
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Camera of POCO F5
Triple rear camera
Standard
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| Resolution | 64 Mpx |
| Aperture | ƒ/ 1.79 |
| Sensor | Omnivision OV64B |
| Type | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2" |
| Pixel size | 0.70 µm |
| Pixel Binning | 1-4 (2x2) |
- 2
- Resolution
- 8 Mpx
- Aperture
- ƒ/ 2.2
- Sensor
- Sony IMX355
- Type
- CMOS BSI
- Sensor size
- 1/2.8"
- Pixel size
- 1.12 µm
- 3
- Resolution
- 2 Mpx
- Aperture
- ƒ/ 2.4
- Sensor
- GalaxyCore GC02M1
- Type
- CMOS
- Sensor size
- 1/5"
- Pixel size
- 1.75 µm
| Flash | Dual LED |
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| Optical Stabilisation | Yes |
| Slow Motion Video | Yes, 240 fps |
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Selfie
| Resolution | 16 Mpx |
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| Aperture | ƒ/ 2.45 |
| Sensor | Samsung S5K3P9 |
| Type | ISOCELL |
| Sensor size | 1/3.1" |
| Pixel size | 1.12 µm |
| Pixel Binning | 1-4 (2x2) |
- Extra
- Ultra wide angle lens 119º
- Macro up to 4cm
According to our users, the cameras are decent for daytime use, but the front camera and night photos are weak points. Quality significantly improves with a Gcam, although 4K 60fps recording is not available.
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Network compatibility
Connectivity of POCO F5
Bands
| 5G | n1 (2100), n3 (1800), n5 (850), n7 (2600), n8 (900), n20 (800), n28b (700), n28a (700), n38 (2600), n40 (2300), n41 (2500), n77 (3700), n78 (3500) |
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| 4G LTE | B1 (2100), B2 (1900), B3 (1800), B4 (1700/2100 AWS 1), B5 (850), B7 (2600), B8 (900), B20 (800), B28b (700), B28a (700), B38 (TDD 2600), B40 (TDD 2300), B41 (TDD 2500), B66 (1700/2100) |
| 3G | B1 (2100), B2 (1900), B4 (1700/2100 AWS A-F), B5 (850), B8 (900) |
| 2G | B2 (1900), B3 (1800), B5 (850), B8 (900) |
SIM card
| Type | Dual SIM
Full Active (Nano SIM + Nano SIM)
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Wi-Fi
| Standards | 802.11a , 802.11b , 802.11g , 802.11n , 802.11n 5GHz , 802.11ac, WiFi 6 (802.11ax) |
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Bluetooth
| Version | Bluetooth 5.3 LELow energy consumption |
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Navigation
| Supports | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, QZSS, Galileo, BeiDou (B1) |
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USB
| Charging | Yes |
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| Mass Storage | Yes |
| USB On-The-Go (OTG) | Yes |
| USB Type C | Yes |
SAR
| American measurement |
0.857 W/Kg on head,
0.860 W/Kg on body The FCC limit is 1.6 W/kg measured in a volume of 1 gram of tissue |
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- NFC
- Yes
- Audio Jack
- Yes
- Radio FM
- No
- Computer sync
- Yes
- OTA sync
- Yes
- Infrared
- Yes
- Tethering.
- Yes
- VoLTE
- Yes
- VoWiFi
- Yes
According to our users, connectivity is good, including 5G and NFC. They highlight the presence of a 3.5mm jack and IR blaster, although mobile network reception can be weak in some areas.
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Battery of POCO F5
| Capacity | 5000 mAh See more details |
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| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Fast charge | Yes , 67.0W |
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According to our users, the battery offers good daily autonomy and 67W fast charging. However, some report degradation over time and faster consumption with intense use or after updates.
- 5%Two days or more
- 51%More than one day
- 34%One day
- 9%Less than a day
- 1%Less than half day
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Software of POCO F5
Software
| Operating System |
Android 13
Tiramisu
MIUI 14 (Android 13) |
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| Google Services | With Google Mobile Services |
- 2%It comes with a clean operating system
- 83%It has preinstalled apps but they don't bother me
- 14%It has preinstalled apps that I can't uninstall
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- 45%Every two months or less
- 51%Every six months
- 4%Once a year
- 0%Never
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User reviews about the POCO F5
User score
- 180
- 25
- 4
- 1
- 0
- Screen8.7
- Performance9.1
- Camera7.7
- Connectivity9.2
- Battery7.9
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Kimovil users consider the Poco F5 a "king" of the mid-premium range, highlighting its exceptional value for money. They appreciate its power and fluidity for daily use and gaming, although some mention that the build materials could be improved, and there are diverse opinions regarding overheating and updates.
Latest reviews added
- It's just cool. I buy it , 2.5 years ago, but it's so fast and and super.
Camera : good , but not enough
Performance: it's good for 2026, but not super.
Battery: bit a not good, because itʼs using less 1 day
But this smartphone just comfortable.
(Sorry, my English so badPros- Performance best in crdroid
- Display
- Speaker
- IR blaster
Cons- Hyperos 2.0.218.0 global not good, there lags
- Battery bit a fast spending
- 10
- Screen9.7
- Performance10
- Camera8.2
- Connectivity10
- Battery7.0
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