Poco F5 vs Poco X8 Power 5G
Compare Poco F5 vs Poco X8 Power 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5, 64MP vs 50MP camera, 5000mAh vs 10000mAh…
Poco
F5
$379
8categories won
Poco
X8 Power 5G
$699
9categories won
4 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Poco F5 takes the overall win
The Poco F5 claims the overall win over the Poco X8 Power 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. For battery longevity and charging speed, the X8 Power 5G takes the lead, while the F5 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the F5 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the X8 Power 5G if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
X8 Power 5G takes battery honors offering 10,000 mAh alongside 100W charging.
F5 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (4 nm) and 12GB RAM.
F5 wins photography with 64MP main imaging.
F5 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $379 vs $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
F5 vs X8 Power 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | F5 | X8 Power 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.67" | 6.83" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1280 x 2772Winner |
| Pixel density | 395 ppi | 447 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1000 nits | 3500 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | F5 | X8 Power 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 2,400,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 8900 |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | F5 | X8 Power 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 64 MPWinner | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MP | 32 MPWinner |
| Max video | 4K at 30fps | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | F5 | X8 Power 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 10,000 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 67 W | 100 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 25 WWinner | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | F5 | X8 Power 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 181 gWinner | 229 g |
| Thickness | 7.9 mmWinner | 8.65 mm |
| Water resistance | IP53 | IP68 / IP69K |
| Build | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 front, lightweight composite plastic frame and back | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
Software and support
| Specification | F5 | X8 Power 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14/15 (HyperOS) | Android 16 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 4 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 3 years | 4 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | F5 | X8 Power 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $379Winner | $699 |
Poco F5
The Poco F5 attained cult-classic status in mobile gaming by introducing Qualcomm’s near-flagship Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (Oryon/Cortex-X2 core), 64MP OIS camera, and 120Hz Flow AMOLED display at an astonishing sub-$380 price.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 64MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
Poco X8 Power 5G
The POCO X8 Power 5G is a mid-range endurance monster built for heavy users and outdoor workers. Combining a staggering 10,000 mAh battery with IP69K water resistance and a super-bright 3500-nit display, it prioritizes longevity and durability over premium materials or flagship camera performance.
- Display
- 6.83"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 10,000mAh