Poco X5 5G Launched With Snapdragon 695 SoC in India | Find Price & Specs

The Poco X5 5G is the latest smartphone from the renowned brand Poco, offering a range of features and specifications. On February 6th, Poco held a launch event and introduced their new X5 series that includes two smartphones – the Poco X5 5G and the Poco X5 Pro. The Poco X5 5G has generated a lot of buzz for its impressive design and specifications, making it a highly coveted device in Nepal. It is officially launched in India. Here, in this article we will delve into the details including specifications, features, availability, and most importantly, Poco X5 5G price in Nepal.

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Outstanding Attributes

• 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED DotDisplay
• 120Hz Refresh Rate 
• 48 MP Al Triple Camera
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G chipset
• 33W fast charging

Poco X5 5G 5G Overview

Design and Display

Starting off with the design of the smartphone, the Poco X5 5G has a sleek & stylish design with vibrant colors that makes the smartphone look light and iconic. In terms of dimensions, it measures 165.88 mm in height, 76.21 mm in width, and 7.98 mm in thickness. This device is compact and easy to hold, with a weight of 189 gm that won’t weigh you down, making it ideal for extended use. The smartphone arrives in different color options such as Black, Green, and Blue.

The display is one of the standout features of this device, Poco X5 5G boasts a stunning 6.67 inches AMOLED DotDisplay with Full HD+ resolution. It offers a smooth viewing experience with its high refresh rate of up to 120Hz. With a contrast ratio of 4,500,000:1, it presents deep blacks and vivid colors, courtesy of its DCI-P3 wide color gamut. It offers a pixel density of 395 ppi, with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels. The “Sunlight display” and “Reading mode 3.0” further enhance the display’s quality, making it suitable for use in any lighting conditions. The display has brightness levels of 700 nits (HBM) and can even reach up to 1200 nits (peak). For security, this device features a side fingerprint sensor and AI Face Unlock, ensuring your device remains safe and secure. 

Poco X5 5G Processor

Under the hood, the Poco X5 5G packs a powerful punch with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G Mobile Platform.  It is an octa-core chipset built on TSMC’s 6nm process and a new architecture, coupled with Cortex-A78 that reaches speeds of up to 2.2GHz. Likewise the graphics of the phone is handled by an Adreno 619 GPU. This setup guarantees a smooth and responsive experience, even when running demanding applications or games.

In terms of memory configuration, the Poco X5 5G comes attached with the 6/8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and offers a storage option of 128GB/256GB. And supports UFS2.2. This remarkable combination guarantees smooth and seamless multitasking performance, while the option to expand storage up to 1TB with a microSD card provides ample space for all your favorite content. While on the software front, the Poco X5 5G 5G runs on MIUI 13 for POCO.

Photography and Videography

The camera setup on this device is impressive, with a 48 MP triple camera that delivers stunning photos and videos. The f/1.8 aperture and 0.64μm sensor size ensure high-quality photos. The 8 MP ultra-wide camera with an f/2.2 aperture & FOV 118° and 2 MP macro camera with an f/2.4 aperture provide versatility and creative options when capturing your favorite moments. On the front, the device houses a 13 MP camera with an f/2.4 aperture, perfect for selfies and video calls.

Now coming to the videography aspect of the device, both the rear and front camera is capable of recording 1080p videos at 30fps and 720p videos at the same frame rate, with added features like time-lapse and slow-motion recording, as well as a short video option.

Battery and Others

The smartphone gets its juices from a 5000mAh battery. So, it provides ample power to keep you going throughout the day, and the 33W fast charging capabilities ensure you can quickly top up your device when needed. The in-box charger supports the same fast charging speeds, providing the necessary power to get you back up and running in no time. Poco claims that the phone offers 20 hours of call time, 13 hours of video recording, 21 hours of videoplayback, and 192 hours of music listening. 

Talking about the connectivity options of the Poco X5 5G, it comes with support for 5G, 4G, 3G, and 2G networks, including 5G sub6 and 4G LTE TDD and FDD bands. The device also includes Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE, GPS: L1, GLONASS: G1, Compass: B1, Galileo E1, USB Type-C 2.0, OTG, 3.5mm headphone jack, Hi-Res Audio certification, etc. Additionally, the device supports NFC and Google Pay, providing a convenient and secure way to make payments. 

Also Read: Poco M5 Price in Nepal 

Poco X5 5G Technical Specifications

• Dimension: 165.88 mm x 76.21 mm x 7.98 mm
• Weight: 189 gm
• Display: a 6.67 inches Full HD+ AMOLED DotDisplay, 2400 x 1080 pixels resolution, 20:9 aspect ratio, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz Touch Sampling Rate, 4,500,000:1 Contrast Ratio, DCI-P3 wide color gamut, Sunlight display, Reading mode 3.0, 700 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak brightness), 395 PPI
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor; 6nm Mobile Platform
• CPU: Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6×1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver)
• GPU: Adreno 619
• RAM: 6GB/8GB of LPDDR4X RAM. 
• Memory: 128GB/256GB UFS 2.2 internal storage, expandable up to 1TB
• Software: Android 12, MIUI 13 for POCO 
• Rear Camera: Triple rear Camera Setup
  • 48 MP primary sensor,  f/1.8 aperture, 0.64μm, 1/2.76” sensor size, PDAF
  • 8 MP ultra-wide angle camera, f/2.2 aperture, FOV 118°
  • 2 MP macro camera, f/2.4 aperture
• Rear Video: 1080p 1920 x 1080 | 30fps, 720p 1280 x 720 | 30fps
• Front Camera: 13 MP selfie camera, f/2.45 aperture
• Front Video: 1080p 1920 x 1080 | 30fps, 720p 1280 x 720 | 30fps
• Battery: Non-Removable Li-Po 5,000mAh battery along with 33 W fast charging support
• Colors: Black, Green, and Blue.
• Sensor: Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor, Electronic compass, IR blaster, Gyroscope
• Biometrics: Fingerprint Scanner (Side-mounted) & AI Face Unlock
• Network: 5G 
• 5G Bands:  n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n77, n78
• Connectivity: Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE, GPS: L1, GLONASS: G1, Compass: B1, Galileo E1, NFC, USB Type-C 2.0, OTG, 3.5mm headphone jack, Hi-Res Audio certification, etc. 
• Poco X5 5G Price In Nepal (Expected): Rs. 35,999 (6GB/128GB) | Rs. 44,999 (8GB/256GB) 

Poco X5 5G Price in Nepal & Availability

The Poco X5 5G price starts at INR. 18,999 for the 6/128GB variant in India. The phone is available for sale in India. The Poco X5 5G price in Nepal is expected to be around Rs. 35,999 for the 6GB/128GB variant. The smartphone comes in various attractive colors Black, Green, and Blue.

Smartphone Model	Price in India (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Poco X5 5G 5G (6/128GB)	INR. 18,999	Rs. 35,999
Poco X5 5G 5G (8/256GB)	INR. 20,999	Rs. 44,999

Our Verdict

The Poco X5 5G offers impressive features, including a powerful Snapdragon 695 5G Mobile Platform, a 6.67″ FHD+ AMOLED DotDisplay with a high refresh rate, a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging, and more. Additionally, the 48MP triple camera system and 13MP front camera offer fantastic photography options. The device also provides security features such as a side fingerprint sensor and AI Face Unlock. With 5G support and the MIUI 13 for POCO operating system, the Poco X5 5G is a great choice for those looking for a well-rounded smartphone that delivers strong performance and great value.

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