Poco F5 vs Vivo V30 Pro
The Verdict
Poco F5 delivers exceptional value at $349, packing a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor, 120Hz AMOLED display with 1000 nits brightness, and a solid 64MP main camera with OIS into a lightweight 181g frame. The 67W charging is respectable for the price tier. Vivo V30 Pro costs $150 more but justifies it with superior specifications across multiple fronts. Its MediaTek Dimensity 8200 matches performance capabilities while the display becomes a standout feature: 6.78 inches, 2800x1260 resolution, and an impressive 2800 nits peak brightness make content consumption noticeably superior. Camera hardware favors Vivo significantly, with triple 50MP sensors (main with Sony IMX920, ultrawide, and 50MP front with autofocus) versus Poco's more conservative setup. The 80W FlashCharge edges out Poco's 67W, and Vivo's glass back with aluminum frame feels more premium than plastic construction. Both offer 5G, NFC, and identical RAM configurations. Poco F5 remains an outstanding budget-friendly choice that handles everyday tasks without compromise. However, Vivo V30 Pro's superior display technology, camera versatility, and premium build quality make it the better phone if you're willing to spend the extra $150 for meaningfully improved experiences in photography, video consumption, and overall refinement.
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 Vivo V30 Pro if…
- →Zeiss-tuned triple 50 MP camera system
- →50 MP autofocus selfie camera is class-leading
- →Bright 2800 nit AMOLED display
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
Vivo V30 Pro
Pros
- Zeiss-tuned triple 50 MP camera system
- 50 MP autofocus selfie camera is class-leading
- Bright 2800 nit AMOLED display
- Slim and lightweight design at 7.39 mm
- 80W fast charging
Cons
- No telephoto camera
- IP54 is only splash-proof
- No wireless charging
- Limited availability in some markets
- Funtouch OS has bloatware
Full Specifications
| Spec | Poco F5 | Vivo V30 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (MIUI 14 for POCO) | Android 14, Funtouch OS 14 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 181 g | 187 g |
| Material | Plastic back, aluminum frame | Aluminum frame, glass back |
| IP rating | IP53 | IP54 |
| Dimensions | 161.9 x 75.4 x 7.9 mm | 164.08 x 74.93 x 7.39 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 64 MP, f/1.79, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS (Sony IMX920) |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 50 MP, f/2.0, AF |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 50 MP, f/2.0 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 67W wired | 80W FlashCharge wired |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.78 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 2800 x 1260 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 2800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.91 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.49 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz + 3x3.0 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 725 | Mali-G610 MC6 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 |
| 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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