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SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q vs Xiaomi Poco M5 (India): Which One Should You Buy?

Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 79.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Samsung · 2020

SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q

SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
79/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Xiaomi · 2022

Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)

Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)
79/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) wins 4 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
2 wins
Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)
Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)
4 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916QXiaomi Poco M5 (India)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedSM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
    90
    70
  • CameraXiaomi Poco M5 (India)
    68
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryXiaomi Poco M5 (India)
    78
    86
  • DisplaySM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
    86
    84
  • ConnectivityXiaomi Poco M5 (India)
    55
    65
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueXiaomi Poco M5 (India)
    68
    85
Key differences
  • Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh
  • SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q charges faster25W vs 18W
  • Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) has the bigger screen6.58" vs 6.22"
  • Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) is lighter201 g vs 282 g
  • Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5
  • SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q has more RAM12 GB vs 6 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q
  • ✓12.2 MP main camera
  • ✓6.22" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)
  • ✓81 g lighter (201 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 5,000 mAh battery (+500 mAh)
  • ✓6.58" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationSM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916QXiaomi Poco M5 (India)
1. Display & Screen🏆 SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q Wins Display
Screen typeAM-OLED displayIPS LCD
Screen Size6.22"6.58"
Resolution & Density816x2260 (386 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED (401 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorNot listed Helio G99
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 10Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR6 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB128 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) Wins Camera
Primary Camera12.2 MPundefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens10 MPundefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) Lightest Chassis
DimensionsN/AN/A
Weight282 g201 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP52
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging25W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0v5.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) wins — BeastScore 79.3/100

After comparing all the specs, Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 79.3 vs top rival 79.1 and Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+500 mAh more).

Buy SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q if you want

Higher resolution main sensor: 12.2 MP vs max 0 MP · More system memory: 12GB RAM vs max 6GB

Buy Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 79.3 vs top rival 79.1 · Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+500 mAh more)

Common questions

Which is better: SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q or Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)?

Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) leads with an overall BeastScore of 79.3/100 compared to SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q (79.1/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 79.3 vs top rival 79.1 and Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+500 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q and Xiaomi Poco M5 (India)?

SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q has a 6.22-inch display and 4500 mAh battery. Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) has a 6.58-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q and Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) compare for speed?

SM-F916J Galaxy Z Fold2 UW 5G TD-LTE JP 256GB SCG05 / SM-F916Q scores 90/100 for performance; Xiaomi Poco M5 (India) scores 70/100.

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