Xiaomi·Premium · Released Aug 2018

POCO F1

The original flagship-killer — SD845 at $300.

72/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$300
Color · Rosso Red
Display
6.18" LCD 60 Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 845
Memory
6 GB · 64 GB
Main cam
12 MP · f/1.9
Battery
4,000 mAh
Weight
182 g
Quick answer

The POCO F1 is a premium Xiaomi smartphone released Aug 2018, with a launch price of $300. It pairs the Snapdragon 845 with a 6.18" LCD 60 Hz display, a 12 MP · f/1.9 main camera and a 4,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 72/100 — The phone that invented flagship-killer. Standout strengths: sd845 at $300. and ir blaster + headphone jack. Main trade-off: lcd only.

AI Snapshot

The phone that invented flagship-killer.

Poco F1 brought SD845 to $300 and changed the budget flagship conversation permanently. A cult device that still runs community ROMs today.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display66
Camera66
Performance80
Battery74
Build70
Value86
  • SD845 at $300.
  • IR blaster + headphone jack.
  • 4,000 mAh + liquid cooling.
  • Cult community ROM support.

Full specifications

Type
IPS LCD, 60 Hz
Size
6.18 inches
Resolution
2,246 × 1,080 px
Main
12 MP Sony IMX363, f/1.9, PDAF
Depth
5 MP
Selfie
20 MP Sony IMX376

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -79.0%
This
340,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -74.8%
This
730
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -75.3%
This
2,000
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -84.7%
This
9.5 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps

How the POCO F1 compares

POCO F1Xperia 10 VIPOCO X6
SpecEagle score727272
ChipsetSnapdragon 845SD 6 Gen 1Snapdragon 7s Gen 2
Display6.18" LCD 60 Hz6.1" OLED 60 Hz6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz
Main camera12 MP · f/1.948 MP · f/1.864 MP · f/1.8
Battery4,000 mAh5,000 mAh5,100 mAh
Launch price$300$449$299

Frequently asked questions

When was the POCO F1 released?

The POCO F1 was released in Aug 2018.

How much does the POCO F1 cost?

The POCO F1 launched at $300 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the POCO F1 screen size and type?

The POCO F1 has a 6.18" LCD 60 Hz display.

What chipset does the POCO F1 use?

The POCO F1 is powered by the Snapdragon 845 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the POCO F1 have?

The POCO F1 ships with 6 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the POCO F1 battery capacity?

The POCO F1 has a 4,000 mAh battery.

How fast does the POCO F1 charge?

The POCO F1 supports 18 W QC 3.0 wired charging.

What is the POCO F1 main camera?

The POCO F1 has a 12 MP · f/1.9 main camera.

Does the POCO F1 have 5G?

The POCO F1 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).

How much does the POCO F1 weigh?

The POCO F1 weighs 182 g.

What colours does the POCO F1 come in?

The POCO F1 is available in 3 colours: Rosso Red, Steel Blue, Graphite Black.

Is the POCO F1 worth buying?

Poco F1 brought SD845 to $300 and changed the budget flagship conversation permanently. A cult device that still runs community ROMs today. SpecEagle gives the POCO F1 an editorial score of 72/100.

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