Overall Score
56.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#1624)56.5
Performance(#1864)83.1
Camera(#1112)67.0
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#373)88.5
Connectivity(#2668)60.6
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Pocophone F1
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Pocophone F1 features a plastic frame with a Gorilla Glass front, offering a solid yet lightweight build at 182 grams.
- Its 6.18-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 1080 x 2246 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 403 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, the phone delivers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 630 GPU, available in configurations of up to 256GB storage and 8GB RAM.
- The camera system includes a 12 MP primary sensor with dual pixel PDAF and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 60fps, while the 20 MP front camera excels in selfies.
- The 4000 mAh battery supports 18W fast charging but does not offer wireless charging.
- Running on Android 8.1 with MIUI 12, it is upgradable to Android 10, ensuring a modern software experience.
- Notably, it includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing audio capabilities.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C, but it lacks 5G and NFC.
- The device is available in multiple colors, including Graphite Black and Armored Edition with Kevlar.
- Overall, the Pocophone F1 combines solid specifications with practical features for a well-rounded smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018, August 27
Announced2018, August 22
DescriptionAlso known as Xiaomi Poco F1 in India
Display
Size6.18"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2246 pixels, 18.7:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.9, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF5 MP, f/2.0, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3", 0.9µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@240fps, 720p@960fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions155.5 x 75.3 x 8.8 mm (6.12 x 2.96 x 0.35 in)
Weight182 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsGraphite Black, Steel Blue, Rosso Red, Armored Edition with Kevlar
Foldable✗
SAR0.66 W/kg (head) 1.18 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 12
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✓
SensorsInfrared Face ID, fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass