- Long running time
- Fast charging
- AMOLED display with 120 Hz
- No IP certification
- Brightness low
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi's subsidiary brand Poco offers a good smartphone at an attractive price with the F5.
The Poco F5 offers unparalleled performance with the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2, the world's first smartphone featuring this chipset. With 5G connectivity and an Antutu score of 969,903, it delivers a smooth and powerful experience without stuttering or delays. The LiquidCool Technology 2.0 ensures that the phone stays cool even during intense gaming sessions. The 16.94 cm (6.67 inches) Flow Amoled DotDisplay with an ultra-thin bezel and a screen-to-body ratio of 93.4% provides a fantastic viewing experience with lifelike colors and Adaptive HDR. The camera of the Poco F5 enables stable 4K video recording, quick start and shutter times, as well as creative features like film frames and filters. The powerful battery can be charged to 100% in just 46 minutes, ensuring it is always ready for use.
Memory | 12 GB |
Storage capacity | 256 GB |
Display size (inches) | 6.67" |
Image resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
Operating system | Android |
Capacity | 5000 mAh |
Number of cameras | Triple camera |
Item number | 35523421 |
Manufacturer | Xiaomi |
Category | Smartphones |
Manufacturer no. | MZB0E5PEU |
Release date | 24.5.2023 |
Colour | Black |
Exact colour description | Black |
Case material | Plastic |
Material | Plastic |
Model range | Poco F |
Mobile features | 3.5mm jack socket, Fingerprint |
SAR value | 1 W/kg |
Operating system | Android |
Operating System Version | Android 13 |
Display size (inches) | 6.67" |
Screen technology | AMOLED |
Panel technology | OLED |
Image resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
Aspect ratio | 20:9 |
Refresh rate | 120 Hz |
Notch | Punch hole |
Pixel density | 395 ppi |
Colour depth | 24 bits |
Mobile phone standard | 5G |
5G Mode | SA (Standalone) |
Connectivity | Bluetooth, NFC, USB, WLAN |
Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 / 802.11ax |
Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
Audio features | AAC |
Number of cameras | Triple camera |
Camera resolution | 64 Mpx |
F number main camera | 1.80 f |
Ultra wide angle camera Resolution | 8 Mpx |
Ultra wide angle camera luminous intensity | 2.20 f |
Ultra wide angle camera angle | 120° |
Camera feature | HDR, Night mode, Portrait mode, Wide-angle |
Image stabilisation | Digital, Optical (OIS) |
Front camera resolution | 16 Mpx |
F number front camera | 2.50 f |
Max. Video resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Max. video resolution standard | 4K |
Images per sec. at max. Resolution | 60p |
USB connector type | USB-C |
Mobile processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 |
Number of processor cores | 8 -Core |
Clock frequency | 2.91 GHz |
Memory | 12 GB |
Storage capacity | 256 GB |
Max. memory extension | 256 GB |
Memory card type | Nano SD |
SIM card type | Nano SIM |
SIM type | Dual SIM |
SIM slot | Nano SIM |
SIM slot 2 | Nano SIM |
Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyro sensor, Proximity sensor |
Localisation technology | Compass, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS |
Navigation software | Google Maps |
Battery type | LiPo |
Capacity | 5000 mAh |
Charging technology | Fast Charge |
Protection type (IP code) | IP53 |
Smart home ecosystem | Google Assistant |
Communication standard | Google Assistant |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Adapter, Protec, SIM Eject Tool, USB Type-C Cable |
Height | 7.90 mm |
Width | 75 mm |
Length | 161.10 mm |
Weight | 181 g |
Length | 18 cm |
Width | 9.40 cm |
Height | 6 cm |
Weight | 526 g |
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The Xiaomi Poco F5 is a smartphone with many strengths and few weaknesses. The bright OLED display is convincing, as is the performance and memory, and even the main camera is strong - at least in daylight, not only for the price of the smartphone. We don't mind the plastic back, but the lack of a true always-on display bothers us more, and the large amount of bloatware is also unnecessary...
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