Xiaomi Poco x8 Pro

by Mar 18, 2026

Xiaomi Poco x8 Pro

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro (also known as Poco X8 Pro 5G) is a mid-range performance-focused smartphone launched on March 17, 2026, in India and globally. It’s the successor in the Poco X series, emphasizing strong gaming, battery life, and a bright display at a competitive price.

Key Specifications

  • Display: 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED (1268 x 2756 resolution), 120Hz refresh rate, peak brightness up to 3500 nits (in select areas), 3840Hz PWM dimming, HDR10+, Dolby Vision support, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.
  • Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra (4nm process), octa-core up to 3.4GHz, with Mali-G720 GPU. It scores around 2.28 million on AnTuTu v11, delivering flagship-level performance for gaming and multitasking.
  • RAM & Storage: 8GB or 12GB LPDDR5X RAM + 256GB or 512GB UFS 4.1 storage (no microSD expansion).
  • Battery & Charging: Massive 6500mAh (typical) battery with 100W HyperCharge wired fast charging.
  • Camera:
    • Rear: 50MP main (Sony IMX882 sensor, OIS, f/1.5), 8MP ultra-wide.
    • Front: 20MP selfie camera.
    • Supports 4K video at 60fps, slow-motion, and various modes like Pro, portrait, and night.
  • Other Features: Android 16 with HyperOS 3, IP68 dust/water resistance, in-display optical fingerprint sensor, stereo speakers, NFC (market-dependent), IR blaster, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4.
  • Build: Slim (around 8.4mm thick, ~201g), premium metal frame feel in some descriptions, available in colors like Black (and possibly others).

Price in India

It launched starting at around ₹32,999 for the 8GB + 256GB variant (with potential bank offers or discounts bringing it lower, e.g., effective ~₹29,999–₹31,000 in some promotions). Higher variants (12GB RAM) go up to ~₹35,999–₹37,999. There’s also a special Iron Man Edition in select markets.

This positions it as a strong value option for gamers and heavy users, with excellent battery endurance (often 1.5–2 days), smooth 120Hz gaming (including high-frame-rate titles), and a vibrant display. Camera performance is solid for the segment but not flagship-tier.

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