Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB) vs Bq Aquaris 5

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Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Poco M3 vs Bq Aquaris 5 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

11/28/2020 6:55 AM, updated: 9/7/2022 2:27 PM

Compare Bq Aquaris 5 X Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB) 27Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.53"
IPS

1080x2340

48
MP

8mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

6000
mAh

(Non removable)

02Points Bq Aquaris 5 Compare Xiaomi Poco M3 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
IPS

540x960

8
MP

0.3mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

2200
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)

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27 Advantages Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	vs	2 Advantages Bq Aquaris 5
+2GHz 64bit Octa-core (11nm)149% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core
+4GB LPDDR4X3 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	1GB
+128GB (106GB available)7 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (13GB available)
+Until 512GB microSD, microSDXC7 times More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC
+9.6 millimeters (0.38 inches)3% Thinner	vs	9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)
+1080x2340 pixels4 times Higher resolution screen	vs	540x960 pixels
+395 PPI80% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	220 PPI
+6.53"31% Larger screen	vs	5"
+(triple camera) 48MP + 2MP + 2MP6 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 8MP
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	HDR photo only main camera
+(front) 8MP25 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 0.3MP
+Full HD (1920x1080)125% More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	HD (1280x720)
+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)6 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera	vs	(front) VGA (640x480)
+Android 11Advantage Android 11 is newer and safer	vs	Android 4.4.2 KitKat
+4G LTE-AAdvantage The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster	vs	3G+ HSPA+
+(4G LTE-A) 400 Mbps9 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G+ HSPA+) 42 Mbps
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+6000 mAh173% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	2200 mAh
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	4.0 + A2DP
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML
+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
+IP53 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
198 grams (6.93 ounces)	vs	+170 grams (5.95 ounces)16% Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily

19 Common items in both devices

TFT IPS LCD

16 million

LED flash

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

+12 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
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Model	Poco M3 (128GB)	Aquaris 5
Other model names	POCO M3 (M2010J19CG, M2010J19CI)	bq Aquaris 5 03BQAQU02, bq Aquaris 5.0 03BQAQU09
Country or region available	(Global, International)	feature not registered
Brand	Xiaomi	Bq
Release date	11/27/2020, Announced: 11/24/2020	7/1/2013
Depth	9.6 millimeters (0.38 inches)	9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)
Size (width x height)	77.3 x 162.3 millimeters (3.04 x 6.39 in)	71 x 142 millimeters (2.8 x 5.59 in)
Weight	198 grams (6.93 ounces)	170 grams (5.95 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	IP53 certified: protection against dust and splashing	Not supported
📲 Display
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	TFT IPS LCD
Screen size	6.53" inches	5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~83.4% (screen-to-body ratio)	~68.4% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2340 pixels (19.5:9)	540x960 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 5-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	395 PPI	220 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 3	Not supported
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	400nits[typ]	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
System version	Android 10	Android 4.2.1 Jelly Bean
Firmware update	Android 11	Android 4.4.2 KitKat
User Interface	MIUI 12.5	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 (SM6115) (11nm)	32bit: MediaTek MT6589
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2GHz Kryo 260 Gold (Quad-core) 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 260 Silver (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 610 (950MHz)	PowerVR SGX544 286Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 177904 (v8) Geekbench: 1398 (v5.1) GFXBench: 5.9fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
RAM memory	4GB LPDDR4X	1GB
Internal storage	128GB (106GB available) UFS 2.2	16GB (13GB available)
External storage	Until 512GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	400/150 Mbps	42/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	UMTS 900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat13 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat13 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
Back camera (main camera)	(triple camera) 48 megapixels 2MP macro f/2.41.75μm 2MP depth f/2.41.75μm	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	8000x6000 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	HD (1280x720) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/2" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	0.8µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	feature not registered
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo on both cameras	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
Front camera (secondary)	8 megapixels	0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	VGA (640x480)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.1 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/4" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound with dual speakers 24-bit/192kHz	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	Not supported
Radio	FM	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, AAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted) Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	6000 mAh	2200 mAh
Charger, watts	18W Wired fast charging Reverse charging by cable	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	10 hours
Standby	feature not registered	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Power Black, Cool Blue, Poco Yellow • Silicone Case included	• Colors: White, Black on white • Viewing angle screen of 178º • WiFi hotspot • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)	Bq Aquaris 5
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.09W/kg (head), 1W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.6W/kg (head), 0.81W/kg (body)	feature not registered

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Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB) vs Bq Aquaris 5

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Poco M3 vs Bq Aquaris 5 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Poco M3 (128GB)

📱 Model features

📲 Display

🤖 Operating System

⚙️ Processor

💽 Memory and storage

📶 Mobile networks

📷 Camera

📸 Front camera

🔉 Sound and multimedia

🔌 Connectivity

🧭 Sensors

🔋 Battery

➕ Other features

☢️ Radiation rate