Xiaomi Poco M5

“Xiaomi's Poco M5 does what is required of a smartphone that costs around 200 Euro (US$210). It also offers fast and stable Internet connectivity, a high-resolution display, a stylish chassis and, most importantly, a great deal of performance. Other advantages of the product include support for many Bluetooth codecs, the range of accessories provided (charger included) and the accurate fingerprint sensor. On the other hand, navigation and location accuracy are not the strong suits of the phone in everyday use. The inexpensive Xiaomi smartphone fails to impress in those aspects.”

“Our verdict of the Poco M5 is a tad different from the Poco M4 5G's just due to the price difference. While both devices offer largely the same user experience, the Poco M5 is definitely a more desirable alternative in the sub-€200 category. The LTE device has a decent display running at 90Hz for some smooth scrolling, an excellent loudspeaker, and adequate performance for fluent everyday operation, which isn't a given in this low-end class. It also has a proper ambient light sensor, a proximity sensor, an IR blaster and NFC. These aren't all that common among budget phones either.”

“Overall, I think the Poco M5 is a great phone for the price, and something to consider if you’re after a handset that will get you through the day without costing a fortune.”

“The POCO M5 gives you great value for money in the budget segment, bringing a strong design aesthetic, long-lasting battery life, and reliable performance in day-to-day use. However, these perks come at the expense of 5G connectivity and unimpressive rear camera quality.”