Xiaomi Poco X5
$251Starting price · USMid-Range2023
6.5
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.67"
Display
48MP
Camera
5,000
mAh
8GB
Max RAM
33W
Charging
189g
Weight
Why This Phone
Mid-RangeThe Poco X5 offers a solid display and battery experience for budget-conscious users. However, it compromises on camera quality and build materials to maintain its low price.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera5.5
Performance6.0
Battery8.0
Display7.5
Build6.0
Value8.0
Strengths
Excellent battery life
Vibrant AMOLED display
Affordable price point
Lightweight design
Weaknesses
Average camera performance
Plastic build quality
Mono speaker setup
Bloatware-heavy software
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