Poco F5 vs Redmi 13 Pro+
The Verdict
Both phones deliver solid value at their respective price points, but they cater to different priorities. The Poco F5 features a superior processor with the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2, which significantly outperforms the Dimensity 7300 Ultra in raw performance metrics, making it better for gaming and demanding apps. Its 1000-nit AMOLED display is bright and responsive at 120Hz. However, the Redmi 13 Pro+ counters with a genuinely impressive 200MP main camera (versus 64MP) backed by a larger 1800-nit AMOLED screen, nearly double the brightness for outdoor visibility. The Redmi also charges faster at 120W versus 67W, refills its slightly larger 5110mAh battery noticeably quicker, and offers better durability with IP68 rating plus Gorilla Glass Victus 2. The processor gap matters for performance tasks, but real-world usage differences narrow considerably. Storage flexibility favors Redmi with 512GB options. Choose the Poco F5 if processing power and gaming matter most; pick the Redmi 13 Pro+ if you prioritize camera quality, charging speed, brightness, and durability.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Poco F5 if…
- →Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 delivers near-flagship performance
- →Bright 1000-nit 120Hz AMOLED display
- →67W fast charging at a budget price
Buy the Redmi 13 Pro+ if…
- →200 MP main sensor at budget price
- →120W charging fills battery in under 20 minutes
- →IP68 water resistance in the mid-range
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Poco F5
Pros
- Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 delivers near-flagship performance
- Bright 1000-nit 120Hz AMOLED display
- 67W fast charging at a budget price
- Lightweight and slim design
- Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3
Cons
- Weak 8 MP ultrawide camera
- No wireless charging
- IP53 splash resistance is minimal
- MIUI heavy software experience
- No telephoto lens
Redmi 13 Pro+
Pros
- 200 MP main sensor at budget price
- 120W charging fills battery in under 20 minutes
- IP68 water resistance in the mid-range
- Bright 1800 nit AMOLED display
- 5110 mAh battery with excellent endurance
Cons
- Weak ultrawide and macro cameras
- Dimensity 7300 is modest for heavy gaming
- No wireless charging
- Plastic frame
- USB 2.0 data transfer speeds
Full Specifications
| Spec | Poco F5 | Redmi 13 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (MIUI 14 for POCO) | Android 14, HyperOS |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 181 g | 190 g |
| Material | Plastic back, aluminum frame | Plastic frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP53 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 161.9 x 75.4 x 7.9 mm | 161.4 x 74.2 x 8.0 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 64 MP, f/1.79, OIS | 200 MP, f/1.65, OIS (Samsung HP3) |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 16 MP, f/2.45 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5110 mAh |
| Charging | 67W wired | 120W HyperCharge wired |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2712 x 1220 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 1800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.91 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.49 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (4x2.5 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 725 | Mali-G615 MC2 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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