Xiaomi Poco F4 GT review

Added by on 04.18.22 | Last update 05.10.23
Xiaomi Poco F4 GT review

For many, the Xiaomi Poco F4 GT is the perfect gaming smartphone. It is an absolute monster in terms of performance and can also be yours at an affordable price. Xiaomi Poco F4 GT has received a screen with a high refresh rate of 120 Hz and support for fast charging technology with a power of 120W. So in just 17 minutes you will have a new 100% battery available.

In addition, Xiaomi Poco F4 GT has an L-shaped cable that makes interacting with the phone as comfortable as possible. It is also the first Android model to feature vibration like the iPhone 13 Pro Max.

Xiaomi Poco F4 GT Specifications

  • Release date: 2022, April 26
  • Colors: Stealth Black, Knight Silver, Cyber Yellow
  • Dimensions: 162.5 x 76.7 x 8.5 mm.
  • Weight: 210 g.
  • Screen: 6.67" in, 1080 x 2400, AMOLED
  • Camera : Triple, 64MP
  • Chipset: Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
  • Memory: 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
  • Battery: 4700, Li-Po, non-removable
  • Network: GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
  • Operating system: Android 12, MIUI 13
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, color spectrum

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Design

Xiaomi Poco F4 GT features an aluminum frame, protective glass Gorilla Glass Victus on the front panel and glass back. To serve you longer and stay presentable, it is also equipped with IP53 protection.

You will find it on the market in three interesting colors of the case. The one in black and yellow looks quite fresh and motivating. It really stands out among the huge variety of smartphones on the market.

Overall, the look of the Xiaomi Poco F4 GT is impressive.

Display

Every gamer needs a quality and large display. This is exactly what the Xiaomi Poco F4 GT is equipped with. Its screen diagonal is 6.67 inches and is FHD + OLED at a picture refresh rate of 120 Hz. Although the panel is not something exclusive compared to other Xiaomi models, you get a solid area to enjoy your favorite games. It has a good balance of resolution, battery life and refresh rate. With regard to the latter, you have the option to adjust to your own preferences.

Productivity

At the heart of the Xiaomi Poco F4 GT is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, which for connoisseurs means "gaming phone". In terms of performance, you get a result similar to the Galaxy S22 Ultra. However, you must be careful when heating the case. Prolonged play leads to just that.

Xiaomi Poco F4 GT will provide you with fast and smooth application launch, ease of performing several tasks simultaneously and comfortable work with the camera. The basic tasks for him are child's play.

The good impression of the features is complemented by the Adreno 730 graphics processor and ample RAM. It is a minimum of 8 GB and a maximum of 12 GB. The storage varies from 128 to 256 GB according to the modification. No additional memory slot is provided.

By default, the Xiaomi Poco F4 GT comes with Android 12, which means you will have a range of advanced features and modes. Among the pre-installed applications there will be both essentials and those that you will delete in the first hours.

Cameras

The photo capabilities of the Xiaomi Poco F4 GT are not top notch, but with a better understanding of the settings and modes you can achieve more than decent results. You can't help but appreciate the smartphone's ability to record 4K videos at 60 frames per second. Among the interesting modes are Clone mode, Steady Video Mode, Long Exposure Suite, Dual Video, as well as a set of interesting effects when shooting video. There is a special regime for vloggers.

The rear camera of the Xiaomi Poco F4 GT is triple, with the main module being 64-megapixel. It does an excellent job of shooting in daylight. When using the approximation, you may notice side effects, so be moderate with its use. For impressive group photos and panoramas, you can rely on the optional ultra-wide-angle camera. The third module on the back panel is 2-megapixel and is designed for macro photos. As characteristics it is not something serious, but it adequately copes with its task.

Autonomous work

When considering the battery life of the Xiaomi Poco F4 GT, you should know that it has a battery with a capacity of 4700 mAh. To date, many of its competitors run at 5,000 mAh. However, this should not arouse suspicion of poor performance. You can count on the day, and even more when working more sparingly with the device.

Xiaomi Poco F4 GT comes with support for super fast charging - with a power of 120 W. So you can expect a new 100% charge in just 17 minutes. This impressive result deserves a strong emphasis.

Conclusion

The Xiaomi Poco F4 GT is definitely one of the best gaming smartphones to date. It combines a flagship level of performance, convenient size and super fast battery recharging. Its price has changed significantly compared to its predecessor, but this should not make you underestimate its capabilities.

As weaknesses we can outline the need to improve photo opportunities.

Pros:

  • Excellent performance
  • Super fast recharge
  • Affordable price compared to the flagships
  • IP53 protection
  • Presence of protective glass Gorilla Glass Victus

Cons:

  • Intermediate level cameras
  • No memory card slot

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Disclaimer: The information presented in this article is based on our team's personal experience with the Xiaomi Poco F4 GT and third-party sources. While every effort has been made to provide accurate and reliable information, readers should keep in mind that this is a subjective assessment. The writing of this article was not paid for or sponsored by Xiaomi.

Richard Taylor

Richard Taylor

Hello, I am Richard Taylor, a technology expert and journalist from the UK. I have a degree in Computer Science from the University of Birmingham. My passion is the latest technology, especially smartphones. That's why I chose to test, analyze, and write expert reviews about them. My technical expertise, combined with a deep passion for technology and years of experience, has made me a trusted source of information. Over the years, I have written reviews for various sites, but for quite some time now, I have been writing exclusively for PhonesData. You can see more about me here or read all my smartphone reviews here.

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