POCO F5: POCO has launched its latest mid-range flagship, the POCO F5, in India. The brand claims it to be the fastest and most powerful smartphone in its price range, designed especially for performance seekers and gamers.
POCO F5 Design and Display
The POCO F5 features a premium look with a glossy plastic back that feels like glass. At 7.9mm thin and weighing just 181 grams, it is lightweight and easy to use. The phone also comes with an IP53 rating for protection against dust and splashes.
It sports a 6.67-inch Flow AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Full HD+ resolution. With up to 1000 nits peak brightness, the screen remains clear even under sunlight, while Gorilla Glass 5 adds durability.
Powerful Snapdragon Processor
The highlight of the device is the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor, built on a 4nm process. Paired with 8GB or 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage, the phone ensures smooth multitasking and gaming. POCO’s RAM Plus feature further allows up to 7GB of virtual memory.
To handle long gaming sessions, the device includes a liquid cooling system, preventing overheating. On AnTuTu benchmarks, it scores 800,000+, showcasing its strong performance.
Camera Setup
For photography, the POCO F5 comes with a 64MP main camera with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor. The primary lens captures detailed images with good dynamic range, while night mode delivers bright and noise-free results.
The 16MP front camera handles selfies well and supports 4K video recording at 30fps. OIS ensures steady video footage.
Battery and Charging
A 5000mAh battery powers the device, offering a full day of use. Thanks to 67W fast charging, the phone charges up to 50% in 15 minutes and fully in about 45 minutes.
Software and Features
The phone runs on MIUI 14 based on Android 13, with fewer ads and more customization options. Key features include an in-display fingerprint sensor, face unlock, IR blaster, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC.
POCO F5 Price and Offers
The POCO F5 starts at ₹29,999 for the 8GB+256GB model and ₹33,999 for the 12GB+256GB version. It is available in Nebula Black, Wildlife Green, and Snowstorm White. Buyers using ICICI Bank cards can get ₹2,000 instant discount, along with an additional ₹2,000 exchange bonus.