Poco F5 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 10+
The Verdict
Comparing these phones reveals dramatically different value propositions across four years of technology evolution. Poco F5 delivers modern flagship capabilities at a fraction of the price: Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor, 120Hz AMOLED display with 1000 nits brightness, 67W fast charging, and 5G connectivity all for $349. Galaxy Note 10+ commanded a $1099 premium in 2019 with superior QHD resolution (3040x1440), larger battery capacity (4300 mAh), professional S Pen functionality, and exceptional build quality with IP68 rating. However, the Note 10+ runs Android 9, lacks 5G, and uses the older Snapdragon 855. Performance-wise, Poco F5's newer chip significantly outpaces the dated processor. Battery capacity favors Note 10+ at 4300 mAh versus 5000 mAh, but Poco's superior charging speed (67W vs 45W) compensates. Camera hardware slightly favors Note 10+ with telephoto and ToF sensors, though Poco's 64MP main sensor with OIS is more competitive. For budget-conscious buyers seeking current-generation performance, Poco F5 is substantially better value. Note 10+ appeals only to S Pen enthusiasts willing to accept aging software.
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 Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ if…
- →S Pen with air gesture controls and Bluetooth LE
- →Gorgeous 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display
- →45W super fast charging for rapid top-ups
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
Samsung Galaxy Note 10+
Pros
- S Pen with air gesture controls and Bluetooth LE
- Gorgeous 6.8-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display
- 45W super fast charging for rapid top-ups
- 12 GB RAM handles multitasking effortlessly
- Versatile quad-camera system with ToF depth sensor
Cons
- 60Hz display when competitors were moving to high refresh rates
- No headphone jack — a first for the Note series
- Exynos variant has weaker GPU performance than Snapdragon
- Glass back is slippery and fragile without a case
- Samsung software updates have ended
Full Specifications
| Spec | Poco F5 | Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (MIUI 14 for POCO) | Android 9 (One UI 1.5) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 181 g | 196 g |
| Material | Plastic back, aluminum frame | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass front and back |
| IP rating | IP53 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 161.9 x 75.4 x 7.9 mm | 162.3 x 77.2 x 7.9 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 64 MP, f/1.79, OIS | 12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 10 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@60fps, Super Steady |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.2 |
| Depth | — | VGA ToF 3D sensor |
| Telephoto | — | 12 MP, f/2.1, 2x optical zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh |
| Charging | 67W wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 15W, Wireless PowerShare |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.8 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 3040 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 1200 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.91 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.49 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core |
| GPU | Adreno 725 | Adreno 640 / Mali-G76 MP12 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 / Exynos 9825 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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