Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra
5G mobile phone / 6.9 inch / Quad HD / 120 Hz / Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 / Android 16 / 8,050 mAh
Original price was: $1,566.91.$1,343.05Current price is: $1,343.05.
Product overview Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra
The Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra is the flagship model of the Poco F9 series, combining high-end performance with an extra-large battery, a 185Hz AMOLED display, and a significantly upgraded camera system. Inside, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor works in conjunction with the dedicated VisionBoost D8 graphics chip. It also features up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.1 storage. Other highlights include a 200MP main camera, a 50MP periscope telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom, an 8,050mAh battery with 100W fast charging, and a 2.1 speaker system with a dedicated subwoofer, developed in collaboration with Bose.
Quick Overview
- 6.9-inch AMOLED display
- 2608 × 1200 pixel resolution
- Up to 185 Hz refresh rate
- Up to 2,200 nits HBM brightness
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
- VisionBoost D8 graphics chip
- 12 GB or 16 GB LPDDR5X RAM
- 256 GB, 512 GB or 1 TB UFS 4.1 storage
- 200MP main camera with OIS
- 50 MP periscope telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom
- 50 MP ultra-wide-angle camera
- 32 MP front camera
- 8,050 mAh battery
- 100-watt HyperCharge
- 50-watt Wireless HyperCharge
- 2.1 speaker system with independent subwoofer
- Sound by Bose
- Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0
- Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor
- IP68 certification
Design
The Poco F9 Ultra features a minimalist design with a flat display, rounded metal frame, and a large camera area on the back. The camera module is integrated relatively flush into the casing and, together with the Bose logo, underscores its positioning as the premium model in the F9 series.
- 163.49 mm height
- 77.94 mm width
- 8.74 mm case thickness
- 235 grams weight
- Rounded metal frame
- Flat AMOLED display
- Flat metal trim around the camera system
- Back made of fiberglass
- Colors Black and Dark Cherry
At 235 grams, the Poco F9 Ultra is a relatively heavy smartphone. This weight is due in part to the large 6.9-inch display, the sophisticated camera hardware, the additional audio system, and especially the exceptionally large 8,050 mAh battery.
Build quality
Poco has equipped the F9 Ultra with a rounded metal frame and a fiberglass back. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. Additionally, the smartphone meets the requirements of protection class IP68, making it resistant to dust and water.
- Metal frame
- Fiber optic back
- Corning Gorilla Glass 7i
- IP68 certification
- Dustproof housing
- Water resistance under defined test conditions
- Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor in the display
- AI Face Unlock
- Linear X-axis vibration motor
Under the test conditions specified by Poco, the smartphone can withstand fresh water at a depth of up to 1.5 meters for a maximum of 30 minutes. As with other water-resistant smartphones, this protection can diminish over time due to wear and tear.
Display
The Poco F9 Ultra features a 6.9-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2,608 x 1,200 pixels. Poco uses a full-RGB subpixel structure called HyperRGB, which is designed to provide high perceived image sharpness while simultaneously reducing energy consumption. The maximum refresh rate is an exceptionally high 185 Hz.
- 6.9-inch AMOLED
- 2608 × 1200 pixel resolution
- POCO HyperRGB
- Up to 185 Hz refresh rate
- Up to 480 Hz touch sampling rate
- Up to 4,800 Hz instantaneous touch sampling rate in Game Turbo mode
- 850 nits typical brightness
- Up to 2,200 nits HBM brightness
- Up to 4,500 nits across 25 percent of the display area
- Up to 10,000 nits in a small area of one percent
- 12-bit color depth
- Up to 68 billion colors
- DCI-P3 color space
- HDR10+
- Dolby Vision
- DC dimming across the entire brightness range
The high refresh rate is especially important for gaming. Poco supports more than 20 games with a display speed of up to 185 frames per second. Combined with the high touch sampling rate, this is intended to provide particularly responsive controls, especially in fast-paced action and competitive games.
In everyday use, users benefit from
- Very smooth presentation
- High image sharpness
- Vibrant AMOLED colors
- Deep black
- High HDR brightness
- Excellent readability in sunlight
- Large display area for videos and games
The display also supports various functions to reduce eye strain and has corresponding certifications from TÜV Rheinland for low blue light content, flicker-free display, intelligent eye relief and a display adapted to the daily rhythm.
Performance
The Poco F9 Ultra is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. This flagship processor, manufactured using a 3nm process, utilizes Qualcomm’s third-generation Oryon architecture. Two Prime cores reach clock speeds of up to 4.6 GHz, while six additional performance cores operate at up to 3.62 GHz.
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
- 3 nm manufacturing process
- Eight CPU cores
- Two Prime cores with up to 4.6 GHz
- Six performance cores with up to 3.62 GHz
- Adreno GPU
- Qualcomm AI Engine
- 12 GB or 16 GB LPDDR5X RAM
- LPDDR5X with up to 9,600 Mbit/s
- 256 GB, 512 GB or 1 TB UFS 4.1 storage
In addition to the Snapdragon, the Poco F9 Ultra features the VisionBoost D8. This dedicated graphics chip is manufactured using a 12nm process and supports the main processor in rendering games and videos.
- VisionBoost D8 graphics chip
- AI-powered super-resolution
- Intelligent frame rate optimization
- HDR optimization for games
- Motion interpolation
- Up to 185 frames per second in supported games
- Dual-core image playback on selected video services
For optimal performance, the Poco F9 Ultra features a comprehensive cooling system. A large graphite surface and a three-dimensional structure above the processor are designed to dissipate heat from the Snapdragon more quickly. Poco claims that this 3D design reduces the SoC temperature by up to three degrees Celsius.
The F9 Ultra also offers extensive connectivity options.
- 5G
- Wi-Fi 7
- Multi-Link Operation
- Bluetooth 6.0
- Dual Bluetooth
- NFC
- Dual-SIM
- eSIM support
- USB 3.2 Gen 1
- Infrared transmitter
- Dual-band GPS
- Xiaomi Surge T1+ Tuner
- Seven gaming antennas
- Xiaomi Offline Communication
A special feature of the Poco F9 Ultra is its speaker setup. Poco combines two symmetrical stereo speakers with a separate subwoofer, creating a 2.1 system directly within the smartphone. The audio system was developed in collaboration with Bose.
- Symmetrical stereo speakers
- Standalone subwoofer
- Sound by Bose
- Dolby Atmos
- Hi-Res Audio
- Hi-Res Audio Wireless
- Three microphones
The additional subwoofer is designed to reproduce low frequencies more powerfully, thus improving not only music, but also movies and games.
Battery
The 8,050 mAh battery is one of the most striking features of the Poco F9 Ultra and is the largest battery in the Poco F series to date. Despite this capacity, the casing remains relatively slim at 8.74 mm.
- 8,050 mAh typical battery capacity
- Silicon-carbon battery technology
- 100-watt wired HyperCharge
- 50-watt wireless HyperCharge
- Up to 27 watts wired reverse charging
- Up to 22.5 watts wireless reverse charging
- USB-C
- USB 3.2 Gen 1
- PD 2.0 and PD 3.0
- 100-Watt PPS Support
- Intelligent Charging Management
Poco claims a battery life of up to two days. According to the manufacturer, the battery can be fully charged in about 50 minutes with a compatible 100-watt power adapter. Wireless charging with a suitable 50-watt charger should reach 50 percent in about 37 minutes.
Fast reverse charging also makes the F9 Ultra a mobile power source for other devices. Compatible smartphones, headphones, or other accessories can be charged via the Poco, both wired and wirelessly.
Camera
The camera has also been significantly upgraded compared to previous Poco flagship models. The Poco F9 Ultra has three rear cameras, including a 200-megapixel main camera and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. Unlike the F9 Pro, it also features a high-resolution 50-megapixel ultrawide camera.
The Poco F9 Ultra has three rear cameras, including a 200-megapixel main camera and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera. Unlike the F9 Pro, it also includes a high-resolution 50-megapixel ultrawide camera.
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- 200 MP Main Camera
- f/1.68 Aperture
- Optical image stabilization
- 6-Element Lens
- 16-in-1 Pixel Binning
- 2.0 µm Superpixels in Pixel Binning
- 50 MP Periscope Telephoto Camera
- 120 mm Equivalent Focal Length
- f/3.0 Aperture
- Optical image stabilization
- 5x Optical Zoom Zoom
- 50 MP Ultra Wide-Angle Camera
- 17 mm Equivalent Focal Length
- Aperture f/2.4
- 32 MP Front Camera
The 200-megapixel main camera of the Poco F9 Ultra offers high detail resolution and, thanks to its large image reserve, allows for even more extensive cropping. A special 200-megapixel mode saves images at full sensor resolution.
The periscope camera significantly expands the photographic possibilities. Its 120 mm equivalent focal length corresponds to a 5x optical zoom and is particularly suitable for distant subjects, architecture, landscapes, and portraits with a more compressed background.
The Poco F9 Ultra also offers extensive features for video recording.
- 8K video at 30 frames per second
- 4K video at 30 or 60 frames per second
- 4K Log video at 30 or 60 frames per second
- ShootSteady video stabilization
- Motion tracking
- Live cinematography
- Slow motion recording
- Time-lapse
- Video teleprompter
- 4K video with the 32 MP Front Camera
The combination of a 200 MP main camera, an optically stabilized 5x periscope lens, and a 50 MP ultrawide lens makes the F9 Ultra significantly more versatile than previous Poco smartphones, where maximum processing power was often more important than camera capabilities.
Conclusion
The Xiaomi Poco F9 Ultra takes the Poco F series to the next level, transforming it into a true high-end smartphone. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and the additional VisionBoost D8 processor deliver tremendous performance, while the 185 Hz AMOLED display is particularly appealing to demanding gamers. At the same time, the previous weaknesses of performance-oriented Poco models have been significantly reduced.
☐ … The 200-megapixel main camera is complemented by a true 5x periscope camera and a 50-megapixel ultrawide-angle lens, while the 2.1 speaker system, developed in collaboration with Bose and featuring a dedicated subwoofer, offers exceptionally comprehensive audio. Particularly impressive is the 8,050 mAh battery, which supports 100W wired and 50W wireless charging. With up to 16GB of RAM, 1TB of storage, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1, and IP68 water and dust resistance, the Poco F9 Ultra boasts a configuration that barely reveals the typical compromises of a budget-oriented performance smartphone.
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