Poco F5 Pro

Poco F5 Pro in Kenya

The Poco F5 Pro price in Kenya is Ksh. 70,000. It is a slight improvement of the POCO F5 model released in May 2023. This phone features a 6.67 inches AMOLED 120Hz display that supports a screen resolution of 1440 x 3200 pixels embodied in a glass front and back and plastic frame body. It packs up to 12GB RAM and 512GB ROM. For cameras, you get 64MP_8MP+2MP PDAF, OIS rear cameras that record 8k videos with gyro-EIS, and a 16MP selfie camera.

Under the hood, you will get the 4nm Qualcomm SM847 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor with Adreno 730 GPU. The phone runs on Android 13 OS, on top of MIUI 14 for POCO, and all this is powered by a 5,160 mAh battery with 67W wired fast charging and 30W wireless charging. You get Wi-Fi 6e/7, Bluetooth, NFC, IR Blaster, stereo speakers, and GPS for communication and connectivity. There is also an under-display fingerprint sensor and other sensors. Xiaomi F5 Pro is available in White and Black. Get yours today at Phoneprice Kenya.

POCO F5 Pro Specifications

Feature	Specs
Brand	Xiaomi
Model	Poco F5 Pro
Announced Released	May 2023 May 2023
Price	Ksh.70,000
RAM	8GB, 12GB
Internal Storage	256GB,512GB UFS 3.1
SD Card Slot	No
Weight	204g
Dimensions	162.8×75.4×8.6mm (6.41×2.97×0.34 in)
Display	Type: AMOLED Size: 6.67-inches Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass 5 Resolution: 1440 x 3200 pixels, 526 ppi density Brightness: 500 nits (Typ), 1000nits (HBM), 1400 nits (Peak) Refresh Rate: 120Hz Features: HDR10+, 68B colors, Dolby Vision
Operating System	MIUI 14, Android 13
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm)
CPU	Octa-core (1×3.0 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3×2.5GHz Cortex-A710& 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU	Adreno 730
Camera	Rear Camera ·  64MP of f/1.8, wide, PDAF, OIS ·  8MP f/2.2, 120 Ultrawide · 2MP f/2.4, Macro ·  Videos up to 8k@24fps, gyro-EIS ·       Dual-LED dual-tone Flash, HDR, Panorama Selfie Camera ·       16MP,f/2.5 Wide, HDR ·       Supporting video quality at1080p@30/60fps
Network	GSM, HPSA, LTE, 5G
SIM Card	Nano Dual sim, esim
3.5mm jack	No
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.3, A2DP, LE
GPS	Yes. Equipped with GNASS, GPS, GALILEO, BDS
Loudspeaker	Yes, Stereo
Wi-Fi & WLAN	·  Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band ·  Wi-Fi . Hotspot Direct
USB	USB Type-C 2.0 for data transfer, charging
Radio	No
Infrared	Yes
NFC	Yes
Sensor	Fingerprint (Under display, Optical), accelerometer, proximity, Gyro, compass, Color spectrum
Battery	Li-Po 5160 mAh, non-removable
Fast Charging	67W wired, PD 3.0, QC4 30W wireless
IP Rating	IP53 splash and dust resistance
Color	Black, White

 Design and Physical Attributes

The design and aesthetics of the Poco F5 Pro make it attractive and great to own if you like to stand out. The phone has a glass front and back and plastic frames that protect it from dents. It measures 162.8×75.4×8.6mm and weighs 204g, making it easy and comfortable to use and carry around.

The F5 Pro features an immersive 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh for a fluid and highly responsive touch-and-go experience. With a high screen resolution of 1440×3200 pixels, 1400 peak brightness, and about 526ppi density, you are assured of a great viewing experience without straining. Corning Gorilla Glass 5 is installed on the handset. Confidence and peace of mind are guaranteed thanks to the Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection and IP53 splash resistance that comes in handy during the oops moments. Available in Black and White, you get to choose the one that fits your personality and enjoy what the F5 Pro offers.

Performance

Processor and OS

POCO F5 Pro runs on the flagship Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm). This high-performance and efficient chipset delivers smooth performance, ensuring your phone functions at its best, whether gaming, multitasking, or other tasks. Supporting the chipset and ensuring the seamless running of the phone are the Octa-core CPU at 3.0GHz and Adreno 730 GPU, which work together to ensure fast command response and real-time graphic rendering without lags.

The F5 Pro is embedded with the Android 13’s MIUI 14 operating system. This OS is designed to create a user-friendly navigation area with easy and personalized customization, timely updates, and security features that let you control your handset. Let our phone reflect you through the wallpapers and other features.

Battery and Charging

A massive, long-lasting 5160mAh built-in battery powers the F5 Pro. This battery ensures you perform all your tasks without worrying about running out of power midway. When recharging, you get a 67W wired PD3.0 faster charger with a USB C cable. Additionally, you can recharge using a 30W wireless charger. Concentrate more on productivity and worry less about power since the F5 Pro has got you.

Memory

An additional feature that makes the POCO F5 Pro an impressive performer is the availability of ample space. It packs 2566GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM and 512GB 12GB RAM variants. Although the phone lacks a microSD card slot, the available space is sufficient. Supporting the memory is UFS 3.1, which ensures faster app loading, faster data sharing, and improved overall phone performance.

Cameras

The best way to make and keep memorable moments is by using quality cameras. In this regard, the POCO F5 Pro has your back. The phone has a triple rear camera comprising a 64MP main camera with PDAF and OIS supported by 8MP ultrawide and 2MP macro sensors. Whether in a bright or low-light environment, the dual-tone LED flash and HDR features will enable you to take amazing, clean, well-detailed photos. You can also record high-resolution videos up to 8k with gyro-EIS that ensures stability; hence, there are no blurry or shaky videos.

If you love selfies alone or with friends, the F5 Pro lets you take them using the 16MP selfie camera. You can also record FHD videos of 1080p@30fps.

Network, Connectivity, and Communications

Xiaomi POCO F5 Pro is 5G enabled and supports up to 5G networks, depending on your network supplier and coverage in your area. With 5G, the user is assured of fast uploading and downloading content and data, ensuring you stay connected even when the network is poor.  The phone supports dual nano sim on dual standby, saving space and time as you do not need to remove it.

The phone supports dual-band Wi-Fi 6 for stable internet connections, Bluetooth 5.3 for connecting and sharing data with other devices, NFC for contactless transactions, and an Infrared blaster for controlling other devices in your home.

You also get satellite navigation features that enable you to find places easily. You get GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, and QZSS systems.

The handset lacks an audio jack port but delivers Hi-Res audio. You get stereo speakers that deliver superior sound for quality calls, music, videos, and gaming.

Sensors

Several sensors are installed on the POCO F5 Pro to enable convenience when communicating and handling the device while improving its overall functionality. You get,

• Under-display, optical Fingerprint sensor
• Accelerometer
• Gyroscope
• Proximity sensor
• Compass

Pros and Cons of the Xiaomi POCO F5 Pro

Hits

• Appealing design features
• Immersive AMOLED with impressive features
• IP53, dust and splash resistant
• Corning Gorilla Glass 5
• 5G enabled
• Affordable
• Powerful battery
• Supports fast charging at 67W and wireless charging at 30W
• Sufficient storage
• Supports Wi-Fi, BT, Infrared and NFC

Misses

• No reverse charging
• Does not support FM Radio
• No 3.5mm jack port
• Lacks a MicroSD slot for additional memory

Unboxing

• Xiaomi POCO F5 Pro
• 67W fast charger
• USB A to C Cable
• Protective case
• Sim ejector tool
• Documentations

Verdict

Xiaomi POCO F5 Pro is a mid-tier phone with impressive features that are worth enjoying. From its beautiful design to the processor, memory, cameras, and battery, the POCO F5 Pro has so much to offer. If you are looking for a smartphone that will give you an amazing smartphone experience at an affordable price, then the POCO F5 Pro is what you need.  It is quite a bargain at the given price, especially when compared to other phones within the same price range.

Alternative Handsets

• Xiaomi POCO X6 Pro
• Samsung Galaxy A54
• Xiaomi POCO F5
• Redmi Note 13 Pro