Nothing Phone 3 vs Xiaomi Poco F5
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Nothing Phone 3
Starting at
£598.00
Xiaomi Poco F5
Starting at
£237.00What's the difference between the Nothing Phone 3 and Xiaomi Poco F5?
Nothing Phone 3 vs Xiaomi Poco F5 comes down to the RAM, weight and sd card slot. Refurbished, the Xiaomi Poco F5 starts at £237, £361 less than the Nothing Phone 3.
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RAM
Weight
SD card slot
- The Nothing Phone 3 has more RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB.
- The Xiaomi Poco F5 has a lighter build: 181 g vs 218 g.
- SD card slot: microSD on the Nothing Phone 3, microSDXC on the Xiaomi Poco F5.
Nothing Phone 3 vs Xiaomi Poco F5 specs
The Nothing Phone 3 and Xiaomi Poco F5 both offer unlocked 5G connectivity and a 6,67 inch screen size, making them suitable for similar everyday uses. Nothing Phone 3 provides more RAM at 12 GB and a larger storage option of 512GB, which suits users who keep many apps open or store large files. Xiaomi Poco F5 is lighter at 181 g and includes a triple camera setup, appealing to those who prefer a lighter phone and more camera versatility. The Nothing Phone 3 supports a microSD card and offers a hybrid SIM setup with physical SIM plus eSIM, while the Poco F5 uses dual physical SIMs and supports microSDXC cards. Your choice depends on whether you prioritise memory and storage, camera options, or phone weight and SIM flexibility.
Nothing Phone 3 vs Xiaomi Poco F5 price
Colour
- BlackSold out
- BlackSold out
Storage
- 512GBSold out
- 256GBSold out
Nothing Phone 3 vs Xiaomi Poco F5 battery life and software updates
Durability covers operating system type, network compatibility, and physical design. The Nothing Phone 3 runs a non-Android system, while the Xiaomi Poco F5 uses Android, which may influence your software experience.
Operating System Type
The Nothing Phone 3 runs on an operating system different from Android, which might appeal if you want an alternative software experience. The Xiaomi Poco F5 runs on Android, a widely used system that supports a large variety of apps and services.
Network Compatibility
Both phones support 5G connectivity and come unlocked, so you can use them with any UK network. Neither phone is foldable, which means they maintain standard smartphone durability and handling.
Battery
Foldable
Year of release
Nothing Phone 3 vs Xiaomi Poco F5 performance
Performance is mainly influenced by the amount of RAM and storage capacity. These affect how smoothly your phone multitasks and how much data you can keep on it.
RAM Capacity
The Nothing Phone 3 has 12 GB of RAM, which helps keep more apps running smoothly in the background. The Xiaomi Poco F5 offers 8 GB of RAM, suitable for everyday use and typical multitasking needs.
Storage Size
Nothing Phone 3 is stocked with 512GB storage, ideal if you store large files, apps, or media on your device. Xiaomi Poco F5 comes with 256GB, which still offers ample space for many users.
Chipset
RAM
Nothing Phone 3 vs Xiaomi Poco F5 screen
Refresh rate
Resolution
Screen size
Screen type
Nothing Phone 3 vs Xiaomi Poco F5 camera
Camera setup influences the types of photos and videos you can capture. The number of cameras relates to versatility in photography.
Camera Configuration
The Nothing Phone 3 features a double camera setup, providing straightforward photography options. Xiaomi Poco F5 has a triple camera system, which offers more variety for different shooting conditions and creative shots.
Camera type
Front camera
Main camera
Nothing Phone 3 vs Xiaomi Poco F5 size and design
This section covers factors like SIM options, weight, and expandable storage, which affect how you use the phone daily and carry it around.
SIM Card Setup
Nothing Phone 3 uses a combination of physical SIM and eSIM, which is convenient if you want to keep one physical SIM slot free. Xiaomi Poco F5 supports dual physical SIM cards, useful if you prefer managing two physical numbers.
Expandable Storage Type
Nothing Phone 3 supports microSD cards for storage expansion. Xiaomi Poco F5 supports microSDXC cards, which typically allow larger storage capacities.
Weight Differences
Xiaomi Poco F5 weighs 181 g, making it lighter to carry and hold for extended periods. Nothing Phone 3 weighs 218 g, which might feel more substantial in the hand.
Carrier compatibility
Connector
Depth
Height
Mobile network
SD card slot
SIM card
Weight
Width
Nothing Phone 3 or Xiaomi Poco F5: which should you buy?
Buy the Nothing Phone 3 if
- you want more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB)
Buy the Xiaomi Poco F5 if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £237, £361 less than the Nothing Phone 3
- you want a lighter build (181 g vs 218 g)
Nothing Phone 3 vs Xiaomi Poco F5 FAQs
Nothing Phone 3 vs Xiaomi Poco F5 comes down to the RAM, weight and sd card slot. The Nothing Phone 3 has more RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB. The Xiaomi Poco F5 has a lighter build: 181 g vs 218 g.
The Xiaomi Poco F5 is cheaper refurbished, from £237 compared with £598 for the Nothing Phone 3.
Refurbished, the Nothing Phone 3 comes in 512GB, and the Xiaomi Poco F5 in 256GB.
