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.