Tecno · November 2022
Tecno Pova 4
≈ JOD 55
Helio G996,000 mAh6.82" 90Hz50 MP
Basic chipsetVery large battery (6,000)1 lens · 50 MPHD+ 90Hz display
Performance index38/100
Top index per dinar
Xiaomi · August 2018
Pocophone F1 Price in Jordan
Estimate — about JOD 55 & full specs, October 2026 edition
Among the highest index-per-dinar we listan arithmetic ratio of specs to price, not a quality assessment
Estimate — about
JOD 55
Unverified reference estimate (derived from launch pricing and comparable phones) — a starting point for negotiation, not a confirmed price.
In the “under JOD 100” bracket — see the best alternatives ›
SD 845Performance index 46/1004,000 mAh18W12MP2 lenses6.18"IPS LCD FHD+ · 60Hz
Performance index:46/100
Overview
The Pocophone F1 is a budget phone from Xiaomi, with an unverified reference price of about JOD 55 (about $80) — an estimate, not a confirmed market price. Below is its full spec sheet with a plain-language breakdown, pros and cons, and how it compares to its rivals. We have not tested this phone ourselves; everything here is derived from published specifications.
Its main highlights: its practical balance of price and specs. Its chipset is entry-level (46/100) — for messaging, browsing and video; heavy gaming is not its territory.
Performance-index rank: #144 of 354 Xiaomi phones we list — and its performance-per-dinar is among the highest we list (an arithmetic ratio, not a verdict on value).
Why consider it?
The Pocophone F1 arrived in August 2018 as Xiaomi's attempt to sell a Snapdragon 845 without the flagship markup: the same chip at up to 2.8GHz, a LiquidCool heat pipe, 6GB of LPDDR4X and a 4000mAh cell. At ≈ 55 the one honest reason to go looking for one is that pairing — flagship silicon, a large battery and a headphone jack — which rarely survives together this far down the ladder.
Who it suits
Someone after cheap raw speed: a spare handset, a games-and-emulators phone, or a device for a heavy multitasker who does not care about photo quality or security patches.
Who should look elsewhere
Not for anyone who needs contactless payments (the official connectivity list makes no mention of NFC), a current Android release, or usable low-light photography.
Performance, camera, display and battery — and the limits of the evidence
Xiaomi's own table lists a Snapdragon 845 running up to 2.8GHz with an Adreno 630 at 710MHz, plus LiquidCool piping that was unusual at this price in 2018; memory is 6GB of dual-channel LPDDR4X and storage is UFS 2.1 in 64GB and 128GB tiers. The screen measures 6.18 inches at 2246x1080 and 403 ppi, with a stated 500 nits, a 1500:1 contrast ratio and 84% NTSC coverage — and no panel technology named anywhere on the page. Round the back sit a 12MP f/1.9 sensor with 1.4-micron pixels and dual-pixel autofocus, plus a 5MP f/2.0 lens used only for depth; there is no optical stabilisation and the flash is single-tone, with electronic stabilisation for video, 4K capture at 30fps and 1080p slow motion at 240fps. The selfie camera is 20MP. The battery is rated 4000mAh typical and 3900mAh minimum, and charging is given as Quick Charge 3.0 with no wattage attached. Connectivity covers Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD and LDAC, 802.11ac with 2x2 MIMO, a 3.5mm jack and infrared face unlock alongside a rear fingerprint reader — but NFC appears nowhere in that list, and the tray is hybrid, so a microSD card costs you the second SIM. Published LTE bands run B1, B3, B5, B7, B8 and B20. It weighs 182g at 8.8mm. Software is described only as MIUI for POCO, with no Android version and no update schedule stated.
Alternatives worth comparing
- Mi 8 Pro — Dearer by ≈ 10 at ≈ 65; you get a 6.21-inch AMOLED panel and a second 12MP camera used for telephoto rather than depth, on the same Snapdragon 845 — but its battery is 3000mAh against 4000mAh here. (65 JOD · estimate)
- iPhone 8 — Dearer by ≈ 10 at ≈ 65; an A11 chip on a phone that kept receiving iOS updates through iOS 16, a far longer support run than this one had, in exchange for a 4.7-inch screen, a 1821mAh battery and no headphone jack. (65 JOD · estimate)
Strengths and trade-offs in detail ›
Verdict — conditional on your needs and the documented price above
Worth buying if what you want is flagship-class 2018 performance and a big battery for the least money, and a seven-year-old handset does not bother you. If you are buying something to lean on for years, the real ceiling is plain: every unit available now is second-hand with a battery whose history no spec sheet records, and its software stopped moving a long time ago.
Full specifications
Each mini-graphic's fill shows where this phone sits vs the highest value we list
| Essentials | |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 845 |
| Performance index | 46/100 |
| RAM | 6 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB or more (by variant) |
| Display | |
| Size | 6.18 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD FHD+ |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Smallest here3.8"This phone6.18"Biggest here8.7" | |
| Camera | |
|---|---|
| Rear | 12+5 MP (2 lenses) |
| Front | 20 MP |
| Battery & charging | |
| Battery | 4,000 mAh |
| Rated charging power | 18 W |
| Other | |
| Operating system | Android with HyperOS |
| Price segment | budget |
| Release period | August 2018 (approx.) |
| Price in Jordan | From 55 JOD (≈ $80) |
Phones JO index (spec-based)
What does that mean in plain words?
Chipset: Snapdragon 845 — entry level (46/100) for messaging, browsing and video; not aimed at heavy gaming.
Battery: 4,000 mAh — a mid-size capacity by market standards. Capacity is an indicator, not a measurement: real endurance depends on the display, chipset and your usage, and we have not measured it.
Charging: 18W — standard (rated charging power; actual charge time varies with the charger and temperature).
Display: IPS LCD FHD+, 6.18-inch — an LCD panel; lower contrast than OLED, and the norm at this price.
Camera: 12+5 MP (2 lenses) plus a 20 MP front camera. Megapixels and lens count describe the setup, not image quality — real results depend on the sensor and processing, which we have not tested.
Battery: 4,000 mAh — a mid-size capacity by market standards. Capacity is an indicator, not a measurement: real endurance depends on the display, chipset and your usage, and we have not measured it.
Charging: 18W — standard (rated charging power; actual charge time varies with the charger and temperature).
Display: IPS LCD FHD+, 6.18-inch — an LCD panel; lower contrast than OLED, and the norm at this price.
Camera: 12+5 MP (2 lenses) plus a 20 MP front camera. Megapixels and lens count describe the setup, not image quality — real results depend on the sensor and processing, which we have not tested.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Snapdragon 845 at up to 2.8GHz with Adreno 630 graphics and a LiquidCool heat pipe — 2018 flagship silicon at the bottom of the price ladder
- 4000mAh battery (3900mAh minimum) alongside a 3.5mm headphone jack and Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD and LDAC
- 6.18-inch 2246x1080 panel at 403 ppi, backed by 6GB of LPDDR4X and UFS 2.1 storage
Cons
- The official page gives only Quick Charge 3.0 with no charging wattage, and the 12MP+5MP pair has no optical stabilisation — the second lens measures depth and nothing else
- NFC is absent from the published connectivity list, and the hybrid tray forces a choice between a microSD card and a second SIM
- A 2018 model with no Android version printed on its page and no commitment to updates or security patches
Where to buy it in Jordan
We have no verified local listing for the Pocophone F1 — the JOD 55 figure above is an unverified reference estimate (derived from launch pricing and comparable phones). We do not track stock or specific sellers, so check current asking prices before you decide.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Pocophone F1 cost in Jordan?
We do not have a verified market price for the Pocophone F1. Our reference estimate is about JOD 55, derived from launch pricing and comparable phones — treat it as a starting point, not a confirmed price.
How much is the Pocophone F1 in US dollars?
About $80 — the pegged-rate equivalent of our unverified reference estimate of JOD 55 for Jordan; we have no observed market price for it. Prices in other countries differ with taxes and import fees, so treat it as a reference point.
Is the Pocophone F1 worth buying?
On paper it covers the basics (calls, WhatsApp, browsing) at a low price (46/100 on our spec-based index). If you want gaming or heavier apps, a higher tier will fit better. This is a spec-based judgement, not a hands-on review.
What are the key specs of the Pocophone F1?
Snapdragon 845 chipset, 6 GB RAM, 6.18-inch IPS LCD FHD+ display, 12+5 MP rear camera, and a 4,000 mAh battery with 18W charging.
Which phones are in the same price range as the Pocophone F1?
The two we name in this phone's written analysis are Mi 8 Pro and iPhone 8 — the analysis says when each one makes more sense. You can also run a direct side-by-side from the comparison page.
Why is the Pocophone F1 price here different from some shops?
Because the figure on this page is an unverified reference estimate, not an observed shop price (derived from launch pricing and comparable phones). Real asking prices can differ noticeably, especially between official-warranty units and imports — check current sellers before deciding.
Rivals in the same price range
Note: Unverified reference estimate (derived from launch pricing and comparable phones) — a starting point for negotiation, not a confirmed price. Specs come from official manufacturer announcements and the locally available variant may differ slightly; the indices are computed from specs and we have not tested the phone ourselves. USD equivalents use the official peg.
Specification ambiguity: Some spec fields on this page (charge_w, screen_type) could not be matched to the manufacturer's own page — either the maker does not publish them, publishes a different figure, or the name covers more than one variant. Treat them as unconfirmed. Spotted an error? Let us know.
Specification ambiguity: Some spec fields on this page (charge_w, screen_type) could not be matched to the manufacturer's own page — either the maker does not publish them, publishes a different figure, or the name covers more than one variant. Treat them as unconfirmed. Spotted an error? Let us know.