Poco F5 vs Samsung Galaxy S24
Side-by-side specifications, scores and verdict.
Quick Verdict
Poco F5 delivers exceptional value with its larger 6.67" AMOLED display, bigger 5000mAh battery, and faster 67W charging at just $349. Its Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 handles everyday tasks admirably with 120Hz refresh rates and solid 64MP main camera with OIS. Samsung Galaxy S24 justifies its $800 premium through superior engineering: lighter 167g design, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection, brighter 2600-nit LTPO display, telephoto lens, 8K video capability, and faster Exynos 2400 processor. S24's IP68 rating beats F5's IP53, plus wireless charging and superior software support. Battery capacity favors Poco significantly (5000 vs 4000mAh), though S24's efficiency matters. For budget-conscious buyers prioritizing screen real estate and battery life, Poco F5 is outstanding. Premium users wanting flagship camera versatility, durability, and long-term updates should choose Galaxy S24.
Full Specifications
| Specification | Poco F5 | Samsung Galaxy S24 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (MIUI 14 for POCO) | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 181 g | 167 g |
| Material | Plastic back, aluminum frame | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP53 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 161.9 x 75.4 x 7.9 mm | 147.0 x 70.6 x 7.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 64 MP, f/1.79, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 10 MP 3x optical |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh |
| Charging | 67W wired | 25W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.2 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2340 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 2600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.91 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.49 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) | Deca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 725 | Xclipse 940 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 | Exynos 2400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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 S24
Pros
- Compact form factor with flagship features
- Galaxy AI suite including live translate
- Bright 2600-nit AMOLED display
- Seven years of software updates
- IP68 dust and water resistance
Cons
- Only 8 GB RAM
- Slow 25W charging
- Wi-Fi 6E instead of Wi-Fi 7
- Smaller battery than rivals
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