Poco F5 vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Both devices share a 5000 mAh battery and 120Hz displays, but diverge significantly in execution and price. Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra commands a $950 premium with its superior Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO screen (3120x1440, 2600 nits vs 2400x1080, 1000 nits), more powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and exceptional camera system featuring a 200MP main sensor, dual telephoto lenses, and 8K video recording. The Poco F5 delivers impressive value with its 64MP OIS main camera, solid Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 performance, and IP53 water resistance—though it lacks wireless charging and telephoto capabilities. Samsung offers IP68 durability, faster 45W charging despite lower wattage claims, and superior build quality with titanium and Gorilla Glass Armor. For professionals and content creators, the S24 Ultra's advanced optics and processing justify the investment. Budget-conscious users prioritizing everyday performance will find the Poco F5 exceptional at $349, delivering 120Hz AMOLED displays and capable processing without flagship pricing. Choose the S24 Ultra for premium features; select the Poco F5 for intelligent value.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Poco F5 | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (MIUI 14 for POCO) | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 181 g | 232 g |
| Material | Plastic back, aluminum frame | Titanium frame, Gorilla Glass Armor |
| IP rating | IP53 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 161.9 x 75.4 x 7.9 mm | 162.3 x 79.0 x 8.6 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 64 MP, f/1.79, OIS | 200 MP, f/1.7, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@120fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Telephoto | — | 50 MP 5x periscope + 10 MP 3x |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 67W wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.8 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 3120 x 1440 |
| 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) | Octa-core (1x3.39 GHz + 5x3.1 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 725 | Adreno 750 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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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 Ultra
Pros
- Flat titanium design with anti-reflective Gorilla Glass Armor
- Outstanding 200 MP camera with dual telephoto
- Built-in S Pen for productivity
- Bright 2600-nit display readable in sunlight
- Seven years of OS and security updates
Cons
- Very heavy at 232 g
- Expensive starting price
- Charging speed unchanged at 45W
- S Pen lost Bluetooth air actions
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