Poco M5

Poco · 2022 27.07.2026 · updated 05.09.2026

Poco M5 from Poco (2022) is a budget phone with a rating of 41/100. AnTuTu 554,590.

MediaTek Helio G99
5000 mAh
50 MP
$170

Faster than 38% of smartphones in AnTuTu

Specifications

ProcessorMediaTek Helio G99
Display6.6" IPS LCD, 2408x1080, 90Hz, 500 nits (peak)
RAM4GB / 6GB
Storage64GB / 128GB
Battery5000 mAh · ≈9.6 hrs of active use*
Charging18W / No wireless charging
OSAndroid 12
Dimensions164.0 × 76.1 × 8.9 mm
Weight201g
NFC yes
Launch price$170

* battery life is an estimated figure based on capacity, display, and chipset — not a lab measurement.

Cameras

Main50MP f/1.8
Front5MP

Benchmarks

AnTuTu 554590
Geekbench Single 727
Geekbench Multi 2047
Based on AnTuTu results, Poco M5 is faster than 38% of smartphones in our database. This device is from the budget segment.

Performance

Overview and verdict

The Poco M5 — a budget phone from Poco released in 2022 — runs on the MediaTek Helio G99. Its overall MobileRank rating is 41/100. In benchmarks, the device scores 554,590 in AnTuTu and 727/2047 in Geekbench 6. The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor (score: 30/100). With a 5000 mAh battery and a launch price of $170, value for money scores 50/100.

Pros

  • 90 Hz display

Cons

  • Modest camera capabilities
  • Slow charging (18W)
  • No wireless charging
  • No telephoto camera
Best for: The Poco M5 is a good fit for budget-conscious buyers.

Launch price and where to check today's

$170 Launch price

This is the launch price. We do not track current retail prices and make no claim about whether today's is higher or lower: check the stores below. Prices vary by store, region, and configuration.

Frequently asked questions

What processor does the Poco M5 have?

The Poco M5 runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 chipset. It scores 554,590 points in AnTuTu.

What is the Poco M5's rating?

The Poco M5 scores 41 out of 100 in the MobileRank rating. Categories: performance 43/100, camera 30/100, battery 43/100, display 54/100, portability 49/100.

How much does the Poco M5 cost?

At launch the Poco M5 cost $170. We do not track current retail prices. Value for money at launch: 50/100.

What battery does the Poco M5 have?

The Poco M5 has a 5000 mAh battery with 18W charging. Battery score: 43/100.

Is the Poco M5 worth buying?

The Poco M5 is a good fit for budget-conscious buyers. Overall rating — 41/100 (budget phone).

Poco M5
MobileRank rating

Device profile

Category scores

Performance 43
Display 54
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 49
Value for money 50

The score is built from the five categories below (weights are in the methodology); 100% of the weight is known. Value for money is computed separately and is not part of the overall score. How the rating works →

Processor

MediaTek Helio G99

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