Poco M5 Review

The Poco M5 entered the budget smartphone scene with a bang, offering impressive specs for its price tag. But how does it hold up today in the ever evolving smartphone market? At Reloved Gadgets, we love revisiting devices that offer value even after launch hype fades and the Poco M5 is a perfect candidate. Let’s break down what it still gets right, where it falls short and whether it’s worth grabbing in 2025.

Advantages

• Solid Performance: Powered by the MediaTek Helio G99, the M5 handles day to day tasks and casual gaming with ease. It’s one of the better chips in this price segment.
   
• 90Hz Display: The 6.58 IPS LCD screen with a 90Hz refresh rate feels smooth and is great for content consumption.
   
• Large Battery: A 5000mAh battery keeps the phone going easily for a full day or more, depending on usage.
   
• Textured Design: Poco’s signature leather-like back gives the phone a premium feel and great grip.
   
• Expandable Storage: With microSD support, you won’t be running out of space anytime soon.
   

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Disadvantages

• No 5G Support: In a time when even entry-level phones are jumping on the 5G train, the M5 sticks to 4G, which might be a dealbreaker for some.
   
• MIUI Ads: While MIUI 13 is feature rich, the presence of ads and bloatware can be annoying.
   
• Average Cameras: The 50MP main sensor does okay in good lighting, but struggles in low light. Ultra wide is missing.
   
• Slow Charging: Although it supports 18W fast charging, it feels a bit sluggish by today’s standards.
   

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Conclusion

The Poco M5 remains a solid choice for budget conscious users looking for a reliable daily driver. If you can live without 5G and are okay with tweaking MIUI a bit, it still offers fantastic value especially when picked up refurbished at the right price.

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