Pocophone F1
The original flagship-killer — Snapdragon 845 for the price of a mid-ranger.
The Xiaomi Pocophone F1 is a premium Xiaomi smartphone released Aug 2018, with a launch price of $300. It pairs the SD 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 71/100 — The phone that rewrote the value rulebook in 2018. Standout strengths: snapdragon 845 at roughly $300 — a price disruptor. and large 4,000 mah battery. Main trade-off: plastic build with an lcd and gorilla glass 3.
The phone that rewrote the value rulebook in 2018.
The Pocophone F1 put the Snapdragon 845 in a ~$300 phone and forced the whole industry to rethink value. A plastic LCD device, it is now a legacy milestone.
Read the full review- Snapdragon 845 at roughly $300 — a price disruptor.
- Large 4,000 mAh battery.
- Headphone jack and microSD.
- LiquidCool kept it stable under load.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Pocophone F1 compares
| Pocophone F1 | iPhone 11 | POCO X6 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 71 | 71 | 71 |
| Chipset | SD 845 | Apple A13 Bionic | Dimensity 6300 |
| Display | 6.18" LCD 60 Hz | 6.1" LCD 60 Hz | 6.67" FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz |
| Main camera | 12 MP · f/1.9 | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 108 MP + 2 MP depth |
| Battery | 4,000 mAh | 3,110 mAh | 5000 mAh, 33W |
| Launch price | $300 | $699 | $199 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Pocophone F1 released?
The Pocophone F1 was released in Aug 2018.
How much does the Pocophone F1 cost?
The Pocophone 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 Pocophone F1 screen size and type?
The Pocophone F1 has a 6.18" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Pocophone F1 use?
The Pocophone F1 is powered by the SD 845 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Pocophone F1 have?
The Pocophone F1 ships with 6 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Pocophone F1 battery capacity?
The Pocophone F1 has a 4,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Pocophone F1 charge?
The Pocophone F1 supports 18 W wired charging.
Does the Pocophone F1 have wireless charging?
The Pocophone F1 does not support wireless charging.
What is the Pocophone F1 main camera?
The Pocophone F1 has a 12 MP · f/1.9 main camera.
Does the Pocophone F1 have 5G?
The Pocophone F1 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the Pocophone F1 waterproof?
The Pocophone F1 has no official ingress-protection rating.
How much does the Pocophone F1 weigh?
The Pocophone F1 weighs 182 g.
What colours does the Pocophone F1 come in?
The Pocophone F1 is available in 3 colours: Graphite Black, Steel Blue, Rosso Red.
Is the Pocophone F1 worth buying?
The Pocophone F1 put the Snapdragon 845 in a ~$300 phone and forced the whole industry to rethink value. A plastic LCD device, it is now a legacy milestone. SpecEagle gives the Pocophone F1 an editorial score of 71/100.
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