Are the new POCO X5 and X5 Pro one of the main surprises of 2023? Here are the keys to these competitive terminals.
POCO is one of those manufacturers that has not stopped growing as the telephone market has become more democratized. We are facing a brand that stands out for offering good value for money in its devices and, without a doubt, the new generation of terminals that has been presented is a new example of this. The new X5 and X5 Pro are already a reality and it is hoped that they can gain a foothold in their respective market niches.
The X5 line will be available in 2 variants to compete in 2 segments. It is expected that the possession of a series of differential elements will allow them to enjoy a good position in an industry that has, with the passage of time, more notable competition. To what extent are we facing 2 of the alternatives to watch in 2023? This is the letter of introduction of some smartphone They arrive to make it very difficult for already established manufacturers.
POCO X5 and X5 Pro, 2 mobile phones with great value for money
BIT has once again surprised the public with the long-awaited launch of these devices. The dimensions of the X5 are 165.88 x 76.21 x 7.98 mm and its weight is set at 189 grams. By contrast, the Pro version settles for 162.91 x 76.03 x 7.9mm and 181 grams on the scale. These are solutions that are not very appreciable to the touch. This is so because the differences between both models are found mainly in the technology used inside.
Both variants have a 6.67” FHD+ AMOLED screen configuration with a 2,400 x 1,080 px resolution. Does this mean that, given the quality of the screen, we do not have to put a protector on the mobile screen? the truth is that no. It should be noted, however, that the Pro version has HDR10, Dolby Vision as a differential element, a solution that lacks the standard alternative.
Yes you can see a first big difference when analyzing the processor. Snapdragon 778G and 2.4GHz Octa-core technology is available in the most aspirational model, while the entry-level model features Snapdragon 695 and 2.2GHz Octa-core.
In the field of storage memory, both models have a double configuration, being able to choose between one 128 GB drive and one 256 GB drive. In this aspect, therefore, it has been wanted to maintain a similar configuration that is at the same level of what we are used to seeing in its theoretical competition.
In terms of battery, both alternatives They have a 5,000 mAh configuration, but the difference lies in the charging power. The standard version must be satisfied with a power of 33W, while the most aspirational option brings with it a charging power that reaches 67W. This, without a doubt, is one of the differential points of the X5 Pro in relation to its little brother and some of the competitors on the market.
In addition, there are other aspects in which the Pro model offers differential performance compared to the base version. In the photographic section you can see a clear difference. The standard variant has 13 MP, f/2.4, while the highest performance goes up to 16 MP, f/2.4. In addition, there is somewhat better performance at the connectivity level, offering hybrid SIM in the X5 for Dual SIM in the X5 Pro. Similarly, the economic version has Bluetooth 5.1 technology and Wi-Fi 802.11ac. The Pro option differs by having Bluetooth 5.2 and Wi-Fi 802.11ax. If you are one of those who gives importance to the advantages of Wi-Fi, it is possible that this factor is decisive.
These are very complete terminals within the mid-range access segment. In relation to its price, it is important to note that the base version is part of the €249.99 thanks to the current promotional offer, while the Pro version can be yours now by paying €299.99.