An expert from the YouTube channel DimaViper Live assessed the performance of two Chinese smartphones. These are Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro and Realme 9 Pro. Discuss
The host of the DimaViper Live YouTube channel in one of the episodes compared Realme 9 Pro and Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro in terms of performance and operation, and also found out which of the two models is best to buy.
The expert began the analysis with the configuration.Along with each device, you receive a silicone case, a paper clip for opening trays, instructions, a USB Type-C cable, charging (for Poco - 67 W, for Realme - 33 W). Both smartphones allow you to install either two SIM cards, or a SIM card and a memory card. In addition, Poco is distinguished by the presence of an infrared port and protection against water and dust according to the IP53 standard.
Work Realme 9 Pro and Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro based on the same processor. Started at the same time faster of these two Poco smartphones.
As for displays, Poco usesmodern AMOLED matrix, and Realme – IPS. The resolution in both cases is Full HD+, refresh rate – 120 Hz. The only difference is that Poco's colors are more saturated, the blacks are deeper, and the screen – more energy efficient than IPS. At the same time, the IPS screen does not tire your eyes.
In terms of memory configuration, smartphones are not entirely equal.Poco has 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, Realme – 8 GB and 128 GB. In addition, Realme is equipped with a memory expansion function: it can be increased by another 5 GB maximum. The Snapdragon 695 processor is installed on both the 9 Pro and X4 Pro.
In tests, Realme 9 Pro is the leader of the two devices. Although the difference is not that significant.
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He compared the presenter and the cameras.The main module in Poco has 108 MP, in Realme – 64 MP. The remaining lenses have the same characteristics: 8 MP – wide-angle, 2 MP – macro lens, 16 MP – front-camera.
In terms of photo quality with the main camera indoorsturn out almost identical. Digital zoom is generally better on Poco, allowing you to zoom up to 10x, while Realme – 6 times. There is more noise in the photo from the wide-angle camera, on the contrary, on Poco, and Realme took a better photo. In night mode, Realme took much better photos compared to Poco X4 Pro. Examples of photos – below.
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There is also a difference in the firmware. Poco has Android 11 installed out of the box, and version 12 is just about to arrive. At the same time, Realme is running Android 12 right away.
Both devices are equipped with two speakers. However, Poco has sound when watching videos or listening to music from both speakers, while Realme – only from one (the second – colloquial).
Conclusion
According to the expert, in general, both smartphones –very worthy. Each has its own pros and cons. Poco has positive aspects – AMOLED screen, modern appearance, stereo sound, IR port, Realme – more RAM, an updated version of Android, a less problematic shell, the ability to expand the amount of RAM, better performance in benchmarks.