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Realme 8 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco F3: Which is Better?

Realme 8 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco F3: here are two smartphones that are unique in their own ways. 108 MP camera on the Realme 8 Pro vs the 5G flagship chipset on the Poco F3. Through this specs comparison, you’ll find out which one is better for your needs.
Below are the key specs:

Xiaomi Poco F3 Key Specs

• 6.7″ FHD+ Super AMOLED display (120Hz)
• 6/8GB RAM
• 128/256 GB storage
• 48+8+5 MP rear cameras
• 20 MP selfie
• Snapdragon 870 5G
• 4520mAh battery

Realme 8 Pro Key Specs

• 6.4″ Super AMOLED display
• 6/8GB RAM
• 128 GB storage
• 108 + 8 + 2 + 2MP rear cameras
• 16 MP selfie
• Snapdragon 720G
• 4500mAh battery

Price

Both Xiaomi and Realme are known for making budget friendly devices. However, in this price category, the Realme 8 Pro is more price friendly. The 6 GB RAM + 128 GB internal storage will cost you $260. And to buy the highest variant of 8GB + 128GB internal storage, you’ll spend a little below $300. Making the Realme 8 Pro one of the most affordable 108 MP camera device available.

The Xiaomi Poco F3 on the other hand is more expensive. It will cost you $350 for the 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. There is also an 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage variant that will cost you a little more. Also take note that the Poco F3 doesn’t have an expandable space for memory card.

Overall, the Realme 8 Pro is cheaper. But does it offer better value? Let’s find out below.

Camera

The Poco F3 has triple rear cameras. 48MP primary camera + 8 MP ultrawide lens and 5 MP macro. While the selfie camera is 20 MP. Comparing it to the Realme 8 Pro cameras, the Realme 8 Pro 108MP is not a sham. It is better than that of Poco F3. Infact, camera on the Poco F3 is mediocre.

So yeah, if you are a camera freak, I’d advice you to buy the Realme 8 Pro because the 108MP actually does justice to photography both in day time and at night.

Realme 8 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco F3: Display

When it comes to display, the Poco F3 is better because it has 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED touchscreen with 120Hz refresh rate enabled. The Poco F3 screen is sharper and brighter.

Realme 8 Pro did try with the Super Amoled panel and the brightness level is also cool. However, it lacks high refresh rate which is a set back for the phone. Especially, in an industry where 90Hz or 120Hz has become a standard.

Overall, the Xiaomi Poco F3 has the best display here.

Chipset/Processor | Gaming | 5G

Xiaomi Poco F3 is a 5G phone. It happens to be the best performer of these two devices. It is powered by the flagship Snapdragon 870 5G chipset which is just an inch behind the Snapdragon 888 chip.

While the Realme 8 Pro is fueled by Snapdragon 720G chipset. A typical midrange SoC. But not close in performance when compared to the Snapdragon 870.

So for gamers and intensive users, the Poco F3 is the right option here.

Realme 8 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco F3: Software

Both smartphones run Android 11 out of the box. And it is certain that these two smartphones will keep on getting major software updates for the next couple of years. At least, I can confidently say for the Xiaomi Poco F3.

Battery

When it comes to battery, the Poco F3 has 4500mAh capacity with 33W fast charge. While the Realme 8 Pro has same battery size 4500mAh battery but with faster charging system of 50W. Based on real life usage, even though both devices have same battery size, the Realme 8 Pro however, lasts longer.

Realme 8 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco F3: Conclusion

These two smartphones kind of compensates each other. What one lacks, the other offers. For example, when it comes to camera, the Realme 8 Pro is better. But for gaming, performance and display quality. The Poco F3 has it.

If I’m to score the value of these two smartphones by percentage, I’d score the Xiaomi Poco F3 (53%). While the Realme 8 Pro takes (47%).

Posted

March 29, 2021

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