Launch report · Xiaomi
POCO F5: A 2023 performance bargain with the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2.
SpecEagle Editorial·May 2023·$379·Score 80/100
The POCO F5 paired the strong Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 with a good display at $379. The cameras and build are where the budget shows — a fine value buy.
Key specs at launch
Display
6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz
Chipset
SD 7+ Gen 2
Memory
8 GB · 256 GB
Main cam
64 MP · f/1.79
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
181 g
What stands out
- Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 punches well above $379.
- Bright 120 Hz AMOLED with Dolby Vision.
- 67 W charging and a headphone jack.
- Light at 181 g.
What to watch
- Weak ultrawide and token macro camera.
- IP53; plastic frame.
- No wireless charging.
- Superseded by newer POCO F-series.
The phone it has to beat
iPhone 16
$799 · score 86/100