Poco F5 (8GB + 256GB) review. Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartphones and if it's worth buying.
Overall score
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 components:
90.0%
Technical Score
10.0%
User score
Technical Score
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 components:
25.0%
Performance & Hardware
18.0%
Camera
15.0%
Display
15.0%
Battery
10.0%
Software
10.0%
Connectivity
4.0%
Audio
3.0%
Design
User score
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 components:
70.0%
User reviews
30.0%
Popularity
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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.
#16 in Best Poco Smartphones
#78 in Best Smartphones Under £400
#89 in Best Mid-Range Smartphones
#105 in Best Smartphones Under £500
#133 in Best Chinese Smartphones
#186 in Best Value Smartphones
#198 in Best Large-Screen Smartphones
#199 in Best Android Smartphones
#214 in Best NFC Smartphones
#219 in Best 5G Smartphones
#222 in Best Smartphones
#222 in Best AI Smartphones
#791 in Best Battery Life Smartphones
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 components:
25.0%
Performance & Hardware
18.0%
Camera
15.0%
Display
15.0%
Battery
10.0%
Software
10.0%
Connectivity
4.0%
Audio
3.0%
Design
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 components:
70.0%
User reviews
30.0%
Popularity
No reviews for this version.
Check reviews from other versions.
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 components:
60.0%
Overall score
40.0%
Price
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Wired reviewed the Xiaomi Poco F5 and F5 Pro, concluding they offer strong specifications for their price but are hindered by generic design, cluttered software, and average cameras. The phones provide excellent performance and quality displays for media consumption or gaming on a budget, but fall short for users seeking premium build quality, superior camera performance, or a clean...Read more
The POCO F5 is a high-performance mid-range smartphone featuring a 6.67-inch 120Hz OLED display, a lightweight design, and the return of a 3.5mm headphone jack. Powered by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, it delivers flagship-level gaming performance and reliable all-day battery life with 67W fast charging. However, the device is hindered by heavy MIUI 14 bloatware, a limited...Read more
The Xiaomi Poco F5 is a performance-driven mid-range device featuring the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset and a high-quality 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, delivering near-flagship speed and excellent, bright visuals. The 5,000mAh battery provides solid, all-day endurance, complemented by 67W fast charging that recharges the device in roughly 50 minutes. Additional pros include the...Read more
The Heise review highlights the Xiaomi Poco F5 as a top sub-€400 smartphone, largely due to its high-performance Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset and impressive 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display. Key advantages include its swift performance, a 5,000mAh battery with fast 67W charging, and practical features like a 3.5mm headphone jack. Conversely, the device is criticized for its plastic...Read more
The NextPit review labels the Xiaomi Poco F5 a "flagship beater," driven by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset that provides top-tier performance without overheating. It features a 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display and includes practical, rare additions like a 3.5mm headphone jack and an IR blaster. Boasting a 5000 mAh battery, the device consistently delivers two-day battery life,...Read more
The Xiaomi Poco F5 is a performance-driven mid-range device featuring the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset and a high-quality 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, delivering near-flagship speed and excellent, bright visuals. The 5,000mAh battery provides solid, all-day endurance, complemented by 67W fast charging that recharges the device in roughly 50 minutes. Additional pros include the...Read more
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The Phonandroid review positions the Xiaomi Poco F5 as a high-performance "flagship killer" driven by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, which provides top-tier speeds and excellent thermal management. Key highlights include a vibrant 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, a 5000mAh battery supporting fast 67W charging, and the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack. Despite its impressive...Read more
The POCO F5 is described as a high-performance mid-range smartphone, driven by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor, a 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, and a competitive price point. Key advantages include its powerful performance, vibrant screen, and a 3.5mm headphone jack, though the all-plastic chassis feels less premium and is prone to fingerprints. While the 5000mAh battery with...Read more
The L'Eclaireur Fnac lab test highlights the Poco F5 5G as a high-performance, gaming-focused smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset and featuring a vibrant 120Hz OLED display. The device shines with impressive speed and efficient, detailed photo capabilities using its 64MP main sensor, yet it is held back by a plastic build and excessive software bloatware. Despite...Read more
The Poco F5 establishes itself as a top-tier, performance-driven mid-range smartphone, largely due to the powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset and a vibrant 120Hz AMOLED display. It excels in gaming and daily tasks, offering a lightweight design and excellent battery life, alongside premium features like a 3.5mm headphone jack. However, the device compromises with a plastic build,...Read more
Laurent Willen's review highlights the POCO F5 as a performance-focused smartphone, driven by the efficient Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset that significantly boosts power while managing heat and battery consumption better than previous models. The device is praised for its exceptional price-to-performance ratio, 120Hz AMOLED display, and inclusion of practical features like a 3.5mm...Read more
The Poco F5 is a high-performance mid-ranger featuring a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset that delivers near-flagship power, complemented by a 6.67-inch 120Hz OLED display. It features a lightweight, compact design with thin bezels, but the plastic back is a significant fingerprint magnet and lacks official IP-rated water resistance. The device boasts excellent 5000 mAh battery life, 67W...Read more
The Phonandroid review positions the Xiaomi Poco F5 as a high-performance "flagship killer" driven by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, which provides top-tier speeds and excellent thermal management. Key highlights include a vibrant 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, a 5000mAh battery supporting fast 67W charging, and the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack. Despite its impressive...Read more
The POCO F5 is described as a high-performance mid-range smartphone, driven by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor, a 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, and a competitive price point. Key advantages include its powerful performance, vibrant screen, and a 3.5mm headphone jack, though the all-plastic chassis feels less premium and is prone to fingerprints. While the 5000mAh battery with...Read more
The Xiaomi POCO F5 features the powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, offering near-flagship performance, paired with a 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display. The device includes a 5000 mAh battery with fast 67W charging and retains a 3.5mm headphone jack. Key drawbacks include a mediocre 8MP ultrawide camera, a plastic build, and a lack of wireless charging. While the 64MP main camera...Read more
The POCO F5 is highly praised for its exceptional performance-to-price ratio, driven by the powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset which makes it ideal for gaming without overheating issues. It features a 6.67-inch 120Hz Flow AMOLED display with thin bezels and a lightweight 181g build, incorporating a 3.5mm headphone jack. Pros include stellar, long-lasting battery life paired with...Read more
The El Comercio review highlights the Xiaomi POCO F5 as a high-performance mid-range device featuring a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset and a 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display. Key advantages include its powerful performance, long-lasting 5,000 mAh battery with 67W fast charging, and the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack. Conversely, the device is criticized for its plastic build, which...Read more
The Xiaomi POCO F5 features the powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, offering near-flagship performance, paired with a 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display. The device includes a 5000 mAh battery with fast 67W charging and retains a 3.5mm headphone jack. Key drawbacks include a mediocre 8MP ultrawide camera, a plastic build, and a lack of wireless charging. While the 64MP main camera...Read more
The POCO F5 is highly praised for its exceptional performance-to-price ratio, driven by the powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset which makes it ideal for gaming without overheating issues. It features a 6.67-inch 120Hz Flow AMOLED display with thin bezels and a lightweight 181g build, incorporating a 3.5mm headphone jack. Pros include stellar, long-lasting battery life paired with...Read more
The TudoAndroid review highlights the POCO F5 as a high-performance device driven by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, which bridges the gap between mid-range and high-end smartphones. It features a 6.67-inch AMOLED 120Hz display with thin bezels, a 5000mAh battery with 67W fast charging, and practical additions like a 3.5mm jack and IR blaster. Despite the strong performance, the...Read more
Andrea Galeazzi's review positions the POCO F5 as a compelling, ergonomic mid-range device featuring the high-performance Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, which offers near-flagship capabilities. Key pros include exceptional battery life with 67W charging, a vibrant 6.67" AMOLED display, the inclusion of a 3.5mm jack, and a capable 64MP main camera. Conversely, cons center on MIUI...Read more
The Poco F5 is a high-performance mid-range smartphone featuring the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset and a vibrant 6.67-inch AMOLED 120Hz display, offering top-tier speed and media capability. It serves as a "stamina champ" with a 5,000mAh battery, 67W fast charging, and a 3.5mm headphone jack, though it lacks premium features like high-level water resistance. While the 64MP main camera...Read more
The POCO F5 is characterized as a high-performance mid-range smartphone, driven by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor, offering top-tier efficiency, thermal management, and a lightweight 181g build, though it utilizes a plastic chassis. It features a 6.67-inch 120Hz Flow AMOLED display, dual stereo speakers, and retains a 3.5mm headphone jack, providing a strong multimedia experience...Read more
The TechPrincess review identifies the POCO F5 as a top mid-range contender, highlighting its excellent price-to-performance ratio driven by the powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset. Key advantages include a vibrant 120Hz AMOLED display, long-lasting 5,000 mAh battery with 67W charging, and the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack. While the 64MP main camera performs well, the review...Read more
The Poco F5 is presented as a high-performance, competitively priced smartphone featuring a powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor, a lightweight 181g design, and a high-quality 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display. Key pros include excellent battery life with 67W fast charging, the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack, an IR blaster, and a capable 64MP main camera with OIS. Cons...Read more
The POCO F5 is characterized as a high-performance, mid-range device driven by the efficient Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset and a 6.67-inch 120Hz Flow AMOLED display with slim bezels. Key advantages include its exceptional value-for-money performance, a 5000mAh battery with rapid 67W charging, and practical features like a 3.5mm headphone jack. While the lightweight plastic build...Read more
The POCO F5 series brings a strong return to "flagship killer" performance, with the F5 Pro offering a WQHD+ AMOLED display and Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the standard F5 utilizes the efficient Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2. Both models feature vibrant 120Hz panels, 67W fast charging, and effective LiquidCool Technology 2.0 for sustained performance. Key differentiators include the Pro's 30W...Read more
The TudoAndroid review highlights the POCO F5 as a high-performance device driven by the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, which bridges the gap between mid-range and high-end smartphones. It features a 6.67-inch AMOLED 120Hz display with thin bezels, a 5000mAh battery with 67W fast charging, and practical additions like a 3.5mm jack and IR blaster. Despite the strong performance, the...Read more
Andrea Galeazzi's review positions the POCO F5 as a compelling, ergonomic mid-range device featuring the high-performance Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset, which offers near-flagship capabilities. Key pros include exceptional battery life with 67W charging, a vibrant 6.67" AMOLED display, the inclusion of a 3.5mm jack, and a capable 64MP main camera. Conversely, cons center on MIUI...Read more
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