Should You Upgrade from the POCO F3 to the POCO F4?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the POCO F3 to the POCO F4, 1 year apart.
Maybe — worth it only if the new features matter to you
The POCO F4 is 1 year newer than the POCO F3, and the BeastScore rises from 81.3 to 83.2. The biggest improvements: camera rated 10 points higher, 34w faster wired charging, higher-resolution main camera (+16 mp). Trade-offs to know: launched $100 more expensive.
What you gain with the POCO F4
- +Camera rated 10 points higher
- +34W faster wired charging
- +Higher-resolution main camera (+16 MP)
What you give up
- −Launched $100 more expensive
| Spec | POCO F3 | POCO F4 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 81.3 | 83.2 | +1.9 |
| Performance score | 80 | 80 | No real change |
| Camera score | 78 | 88 | +10 (13%) |
| Battery score | 78 | 80 | No real change |
| Display score | 86 | 86 | No real change |
| Battery capacity | 4,520 mAh | 4,500 mAh | No real change |
| Wired charging | 33W | 67W | +34W (103%) |
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.7" | No real change |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz | No real change |
| Peak brightness | 1,300 nits | 1,300 nits | No real change |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | +16 MP (33%) |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | No real change |
| Weight | 196 g | 195 g | No real change |
| Launch price | $299 | $399 | +$100 (33%) |
Upgrade if…
- You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day
- Photo quality is a priority for you
POCO F3 vs POCO F4: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the POCO F3 to the POCO F4?
Maybe — worth it only if the new features matter to you. The POCO F4 is 1 year newer than the POCO F3, and the BeastScore rises from 81.3 to 83.2. The biggest improvements: camera rated 10 points higher, 34w faster wired charging, higher-resolution main camera (+16 mp). Trade-offs to know: launched $100 more expensive.
What is the biggest difference between the POCO F3 and POCO F4?
Camera rated 10 points higher: 78 on the POCO F3 vs 88 on the POCO F4.
Does the POCO F4 have a bigger battery than the POCO F3?
No — both have about the same battery capacity (4,520 mAh vs 4,500 mAh).
Who should upgrade to the POCO F4?
Upgrade if: You regularly run out of battery before the end of the day; Photo quality is a priority for you.