Poco X5 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S24+
Poco X5 Pro delivers exceptional value at $299 with its 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 778G processor, and impressive 108MP camera system capable of 4K recording. Battery life excels with a 5000mAh capacity and 67W charging. Samsung Galaxy S24+ ($999.99) commands a premium through superior processing power via Exynos 2400, a sharper 3120x1440 Dynamic AMOLED 2X display reaching 2600 nits, and refined camera features including optical image stabilization and 8K video recording. S24+ also offers wireless charging, better durability with IP68 rating and Gorilla Glass Victus 2, plus newer Android 14. Performance-wise, Samsung's flagship vastly outperforms the Poco for demanding tasks and photography. However, Poco X5 Pro presents remarkable capability for budget-conscious users seeking genuine flagship features without the luxury markup. For most everyday users, Poco X5 Pro represents superior value; for enthusiasts demanding cutting-edge performance and premium build quality, S24+ justifies its investment.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Poco X5 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S24+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 12 (MIUI 14 for POCO) | Android 14, One UI 6.1 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 181 g | 196 g |
| Material | Plastic back, aluminum frame | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | IP53 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 162.9 x 76.0 x 7.9 mm | 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 108 MP, f/1.9 | 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 | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh |
| Charging | 67W wired | 45W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 15W |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 | 3120 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 900 | 2600 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55) | Deca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 642L | Xclipse 940 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | Exynos 2400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.3 |
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Pros & Cons
Poco X5 Pro
Pros
- 108 MP main camera at sub-$300 price
- 67W fast charging
- 120Hz AMOLED display with good colors
- 5G connectivity at budget pricing
- NFC included
Cons
- Snapdragon 778G shows its age in heavy tasks
- 8 MP ultrawide is underwhelming
- No wireless charging
- Software support is limited
- Plastic build
Samsung Galaxy S24+
Pros
- Upgraded QHD+ display with 2600-nit peak brightness
- Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search
- 12 GB RAM standard
- Strong battery life from 4900 mAh cell
- Seven years of software updates
Cons
- Exynos 2400 runs hotter than Snapdragon variants
- No telephoto improvement over S23+
- Heavier than the Pixel 8 Pro alternatives
- 45W charging unchanged
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