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Poco F4 (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

Poco F4 (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components

90%

7.1

Technical score

10%

8.9

User score

â–²Better than 67% of smartphones
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–²Better than 78%
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 63% of models
Score components

25%

6.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

7.5

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

6.0

Design

â–²Better than 63%
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.1

Number of reviews

★Better than 90%
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Available versions:
8GB + 256GB6GB + 128GBCheck price
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12GB + 256GB
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Poco F4 (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 63% of models
Score components:

25%

6.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.1

Camera

15%

7.5

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

7.6

Audio

3%

6.0

Design

7.1
User score
User score
8.9/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.1

Number of reviews

8.9
Popularity
Popularity
9.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 87% of models
Popularity:
Poco F4 (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 9.1 points, which is higher than 86.6% of smartphones.
9.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.8
Brand name
Poco
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor which is faster than processors in 72.4% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 78.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 53.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
31.4 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 31.4 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 57.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.8% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
1.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.67 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches which is larger than the screens of 38.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 13.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
395 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi which is higher than that of 41.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.9% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 78.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 5.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
67 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 67 W which is faster than in 72.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.1% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
163.2 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.2 mm which is shorter than 55.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Width
76 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76 mm which is narrower than 47.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.7 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.7 mm which is thinner than 82.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% of smartphones.
Weight
195 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 195 g which is lighter than 52.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
86,716 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 86,716 cm³ which is smaller than 76.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
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Poco F4 (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (10 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    10 W vs 6 W
  • 2.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (67 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    67 W vs 33 W
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 6 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (8 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    8 vs 2
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • 11.5% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Poco F4
    the average smartphone
    Poco F4 (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.92 vs 8).
    8.92 vs 8
  • 66.9% more popular
    Poco F4 (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.08 vs 5.4).
    9.08 vs 5.44
  • 6.6% better value for money
    Poco F4 (8GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.82 vs 7.3).
    7.82 vs 7.34
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (10 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    10 W vs 6 W
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 6 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (8 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    8 vs 2
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 3x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (768 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    768 vs 256
  • 71.9% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (44 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    44 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 29.5% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,280 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    Average score across various user-submitted results is around 3,100-3,300
    3,280 vs 2,533
  • 39.1% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (4,334 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    4,334 vs 3,115
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 10.7% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,043 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,043 vs 942
  • 12.2% higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (4,290 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    4,290 vs 3,825
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (20 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    20 MP vs 16 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 300 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1,300 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    1,300 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 109.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1,003 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,003 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 2.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (67 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    67 W vs 33 W
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (101 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    101 vs 99.5
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 0.6 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.7 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.7 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 29.5% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (670 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    670 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP53 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP53 vs IP67
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • 29.5% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (670 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    670 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.4 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 1.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    31.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 19.7% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (530 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    530 nits vs 660 nits
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP53 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP53 vs IP67
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    June 2022
    2022 vs 2024

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Pratima Adhikari
≈ estimated
29/07/2022
Long-term review · one month of daily use
Verdict
Poco F4 is a balanced mid-range phone worth recommending, though its design and quality control are less impressive.
7.0
Pocket-lint
≈ estimated
24/07/2022
Review · performance, battery and camera tests
Verdict
Poco F4 is still good value, but the predecessor is the smarter buy for most people.
9.0
Dariusz Tech
≈ estimated
19/07/2022
Camera test · real-world photos and video, night and zoom
Verdict
Poco F4 is good value for money with strong camera stabilisation, though the build feels more plastic than before.
9.0
Right Spec
≈ estimated
17/07/2022
Unboxing · camera and gaming tests
Verdict
Poco F4 is a clear recommendation, with strong gaming, a great main camera and excellent battery.
9.0
GSMArena Official
≈ estimated
11/07/2022
Full review · benchmarks, battery, camera and video tests
Verdict
Poco F4 is not a big upgrade over last year's model, but it is a competitive mid-range phone worth recommending.
8.0
Beebom
≈ estimated
02/07/2022
Daily use review · camera, battery and gaming
Verdict
Poco F4 is a good, sturdy phone for gaming and a large display, though design and quality concerns remain.
9.0
TechLine
≈ estimated
02/07/2022
Hands-on review · camera, gaming, battery and audio tests
Verdict
Poco F4 is a near-excellent mid-ranger and one of the best value phones, despite having no microSD slot.
9.0
Techniqued
≈ estimated
28/06/2022
Gaming test · temperature and battery measured
Verdict
Poco F4 is a strong gaming device for its price, with no throttling or heating during long sessions.
8.0
Tech Spurt
≈ estimated
27/06/2022
Long-term test · one week as daily phone · gaming and camera tests
Verdict
Poco F4 is a solid all-rounder at this price, though there is little reason to upgrade from the previous model.
9.0
Tech Singh
≈ estimated
26/06/2022
Hands-on review · performance, display and camera tests
Verdict
Poco F4 is a strong all-round choice with fast performance, a great display and few real drawbacks.
9.5
Trakin Tech English
≈ estimated
23/06/2022
Detailed hands-on review · display, camera and battery tests
Verdict
Poco F4 is easily one of the best phones of the year, a well-rounded device with broad appeal.
8.0
Techniqued
≈ estimated
23/06/2022
Camera review · sample shots in daylight, night and video
Verdict
Poco F4 has a good camera setup that won't disappoint, especially for daylight shots and video.
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In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techadvisor.com
18/08/2022
Hands-on review · Mid-range, similar to F3
Verdict
The Poco F4 is a good mid-range phone, but it barely differs from the Poco F3 despite costing more, which makes it hard to recommend.
androidauthority.com
16/05/2023
Review · Refined F3 follow-up
Verdict
The Poco F4 is a solid budget phone with an improved main camera and fast charging, but it is only a modest step up from the Poco F3.
G
galaxus.it
04/10/2022
Summary of the review
Poco F4 in the test: Why should we spend more money on a mobile phone?

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Poco F4 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Vibrant 120Hz E4 AMOLED display with high peak brightness (1300 nits) and Dolby Vision support
  • Stable and smooth performance powered by the reliable Snapdragon 870 chipset
  • Fast 67W wired charging that can reach a full charge in under 40 minutes
  • Main 64MP camera includes Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), providing good daylight and improved low-light photos
  • Loud and clear stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos enhancement
  • Solid build quality featuring a slim design and Gorilla Glass 5 protection
  • Excellent value for money as a balanced mid-range all-rounder

What customers don't like about Poco F4 (8GB + 256GB)

  • Macro camera is a significant downgrade (2MP) and often considered a 'gimmick' by users
  • Ultrawide and selfie cameras struggle significantly in low-light conditions
  • Battery life is only average, with some users reporting difficulty lasting a full day under heavy 120Hz usage
  • Software experience can be cluttered with bloatware and occasional MIUI/HyperOS bugs
  • Lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack and a microSD card slot for storage expansion
  • Incremental upgrade over the Poco F3, leading some to view it as lacking innovation
  • Side-mounted fingerprint scanner can occasionally be unreliable for some users

Verdict

The Poco F4 (8GB + 256GB) is a "flagship killer" all-rounder smartphone, featuring the powerful and stable Snapdragon 870 5G processor, 8GB LPDDR5 RAM, and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. It boasts a vibrant 6.67-inch, 120Hz AMOLED display with Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support, making it excellent for media consumption. A key strength is its 64MP main camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), delivering clear photos in good lighting, alongside rapid 67W turbo charging that juices the 4,500mAh battery to 100% in under 40 minutes. However, the phone's weaknesses include a less impressive 8MP ultrawide and a largely ineffective 2MP macro camera, the absence of expandable storage via microSD, no 3.5mm headphone jack, and the potential presence of system ads (bloatware) in the MIUI software.

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