Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro
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| Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G |
The POCO X8 Pro is a mid-range smartphone that combines high-performance hardware with premium features. The device features a 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, the MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra processor, and a 6500mAh battery that supports 100W HyperCharge technology.
It also includes a 50MP main camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), IP68-rated water and dust resistance, and Xiaomi's HyperOS 3 operating system. In this article, we examine the POCO X8 Pro specifications, design, display quality, performance, camera capabilities, battery life, software experience, and overall value to help users determine whether it meets their needs.
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro specifications
Launch & Price Status
| Specification |
Official Details |
| Announced | March 17, 2026 |
| Status | Available. Release date: March 17, 2026 |
| Poco X8 Pro price | Starts at ~ $ 349.50 / € 319.90 / £ 269.00 / ₹ 40,449 |
Design, Form Factor & Ruggedness
| Specification |
Official Details |
| Dimensions | 157.5 × 75.2 × 8.4 mm (6.20 × 2.96 × 0.33 inches) |
| Weight | 201.5 grams (7.13 ounces) |
| Build Quality | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 7i), aluminum frame |
| IP Rating | Dust and water resistant to IP68/IP69K standard (resistant to high-pressure water spray; immersible up to a depth of 1.5 meters for 30 minutes)
IP69K (depending on market/region) |
Elite Display Specifications
| Specification |
Official Details |
| Type | AMOLED display, 68 billion colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 2000 nits/m² (HBM), 3500 nits/m² (peak). |
| Size | 6.59 inches, 106.4 cm² (screen-to-body ratio ~89.8%) |
| Resolution | 1268 × 2756 pixels, aspect ratio 19.5:9 (density ~460 pixels per inch) |
| Peak Brightness | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i, Mohs Level 5 |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i, Mohs Level 5 |
Next-Gen Hardware & OS
| Specification |
Official Details |
| Operating System | Android 16, HyperOS 3 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8500 Ultra (4 nm) processor |
| CPU Architecture | Octa-core processor (1x3.4 GHz Cortex-A725, 3x3.2 GHz Cortex-A725 and 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A725) |
| GPU Graphics | Mali-G720 MC8 |
Monster Memory & Storage Layout
| Specification |
Official Details |
| MicroSD Slot | No Expansion Supported |
| Configurations | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM |
| Storage Standards | UFS 4.1 |
Revolutionary Leica Quad-Camera System
| Specification |
Official Details |
| Main Primary Camera | 50 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, PDAF, Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm (ultra wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Selfie Camera | 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/4", 1080p@30/60fps |
| Video Capture | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10+ |
Battery & Hyper Charging Network
| Specification |
Official Details |
| Battery Capacity | Si/C Li-Ion 6500 mAh |
| Charging | 100W wired, 100W PPS, PD3.0, 100% in 48 minutes
27W wired reverse |
Flagship Connectivity & Features
| Specification |
Official Details |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5), GLONASS |
| Radio | No |
| Ports & Sensors | NFC Yes (market/region dependent), USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Wireless Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5, Auracast, ASHA |
Features of the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro
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| Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro |
- Powerful Dimensity 8500-Ultra processor.
- 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
- Up to 3500 nits peak brightness.
- Large 6500mAh battery with 100W fast charging.
- 50MP Sony IMX882 main camera with OIS.
- IP68 water and dust resistance.
- Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos.
- Fast LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage.
- In-display fingerprint scanner.
- Advanced AI features and HyperOS 3.
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro drawbacks
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| Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G |
- Only an 8MP ultra-wide camera.
- No dedicated telephoto lens.
- No wireless charging support.
- Relatively heavy at over 200g.
- Camera system is not as versatile as some competitors.
- No 3.5mm headphone jack.
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POCO X8 Pro FAQ
Q1: What are the product colors of the POCO X8 Pro?
A: The POCO X8 Pro is available in black/white/mint green.
Q2: What mobile network types does the POCO X8 Pro support?
A: The POCO X8 Pro phone supports 5G, 4G, 3G and 2G networks.
Q3: What is the SoC model of the POCO X8 Pro?
A: The POCO X8 Pro's SoC model is the Dimensity 8500-Ultra Mobile Platform.
