The Poco F5 Pro 5G and its sibling, the Poco F5 5G, have been launched globally. The Pro variant packs an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, while the Poco F5 5G is equipped with a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 SoC. Both devices boast a 120Hz AMOLED display, enhanced by Dolby Vision technology, for a superior visual experience. Additionally, each model features a triple rear camera setup, with a prime 64-megapixel sensor taking the lead. The primary concern is whether the Poco F5 and F5 Pro are capable of being waterproof smartphones.
Many users plan to buy the latest Poco F5 and F5 Pro because of their good hardware specifications and impressive camera at a budget price. But that’s not why anyone would be interested in buying this smartphone. Users have demanded waterproof smartphones from Xiaomi for the last two years, but the company has always failed to deliver them. Maybe this time, the Poco F5 and F5 Pro will finally have waterproof features, which all Xiaomi fans are waiting for.
You are right if you are considering buying this fantastic smartphone but are in trouble with its IP rating. Today we have a guide on Is Poco F5 and F5 Pro Waterproof Smartphone? Right at your doorstep.
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Poco F5 5G and F5 Pro 5G: Device Overviews:
The Poco F5 Pro 5G and the Poco F5 5G are standout smartphones, each offering a unique set of features that cater to various user needs. Each of these devices sports a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 240Hz touch sampling rate, ensuring a smooth and interactive user experience. However, the Poco F5 Pro 5G takes the lead with a superior WQHD+ (1,440×3,200 pixels) Flow AMOLED display, which can reach a peak brightness of 1,400 nits and a pixel density of 526ppi. On the other hand, the Poco F5 5G is equipped with a full-HD+ (1,080×2,400 pixels) display, fortified by Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
Regarding performance, the Poco F5 Pro 5G is powered by the robust octa-core 4nm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM. However, the Poco F5 5G is fitted with the new Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 SoC and features 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM.
Both phones boast a triple rear camera setup with a 64-megapixel primary sensor for the shutterbugs out there. The Poco F5 Pro 5G offers up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage, while the Poco F5 5G provides 256GB of the same type of storage.
As for the battery, the Poco F5 Pro 5G is backed by a marginally larger 5,160mAh battery compared to the Poco F5 5G’s 5,000mAh battery. Both devices support 67W Turbocharging, but the Pro model also includes 30W wireless charging.
Is Xiaomi Poco F5 and F5 Pro Waterproof Smartphone?
Xiaomi is known for producing the best entry-level to the most enticing flagship smartphone. Xiaomi always came up with high-quality products and nailed the competition.
In India, every buyer currently demands an IP rating on their smartphone. However, Xiaomi provides no information about IP ratings in Poco F5 and F5 Pro. Some sources leak that it has an IP rating, but the company doesn’t expose it. We have decided to arrange a water test for this device because of no positive official statement on IP rating. So, the obvious answer is that Poco F5 and F5 Pro is not waterproof.
Xiaomi Poco F5 and F5 Pro Waterproof Tests
In our test, the smartphone has to go through different conditions, such as:
- 30 Seconds dipped in Water or accidental splashes.
- 5 Minutes dipped in Water.
- 10 Minutes dipped in Water.
The waterproof test results are purely based on individual/team observation. These tests will only give an idea of whether a device is waterproof. We recommend users not try this test at home, as it might damage their device.
Let’s begin with our waterproof test on the latest Poco F5 and F5 Pro.
30 Seconds Dipped in Water
| Touch screen/ Display | Working |
| Speakers | Working after draining the water |
| Microphone | Not Working |
| Camera | Working |
| Fingerprint Scanner | Responsive |
| 3.5mm Jack | No headphone jack |
| Charging Port | Working |
| Power and Volume Key | Working |
5 Minutes Dipped into Water
| Touch Screen/ Display | Working |
| Speakers | Not Working |
| Microphone | Not Working |
| Camera | Working |
| Fingerprint Scanner | No Problem Yet |
| Power and Volume Key | Working |
10 Minutes Dipped into Water
| Touch Screen/ Display | Not Working |
| Camera | Not Working |
| Fingerprint Scanner | Not Working |
| Power and Volume Key | Not Working |
Conclusion
We reached the final crucial outlook after thoroughly testing the Poco F5 and F5 Pro. As a result, shows the device is splashproof and somewhat withstands dustproof. So if you do not care about IP rating, you should use this smartphone. However, I must warn users that the device is not waterproof or splashproof. The device has no official IP67 or IP68 ratings, which strongly suggests that it is not waterproof. Furthermore, our tests failed because the device had no active water-resistant coating or other protective gear against liquid.