Today marks an exciting milestone for Poco enthusiasts as the company unveils its latest model, the Poco X8, in the global market. Following the grand reveals of the F9 Pro and F9 Ultra, the X8 aims to capture attention with its robust features and impressive specifications. Set to launch in India shortly, the Poco X8 comes poised to be a standout option for those seeking performance and longevity in their smartphones.
The Poco X8 emerges as a successor to the previously launched Pro models earlier this year. It boasts a spacious 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1280x2772, enabling a stunning visual experience with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3,500 nits.
Under the hood, the device is powered by the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 SoC, ensuring smooth performance across various tasks. Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the rear camera setup, which includes a 50MP main camera equipped with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) alongside a 2MP depth sensor, perfect for capturing stunning images. For selfies, there's a 16MP front-facing camera.
One of the standout features of the Poco X8 is its colossal 8,340 mAh battery, designed to support long hours of usage. It features 67W wired charging, as well as 22.5W reverse wired charging, providing flexibility for charging other devices. Importantly, the battery is engineered to endure at least 1,600 charge cycles before its capacity declines below 80%.
The Poco X8 runs on Android 16 with HyperOS 3 layered on top, promising a modern and efficient user experience. It also features an impressive IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K rating, ensuring exceptional dust and water resistance. The device will be available in three color variants: black, white, and orange, with dimensions of 163.45 x 78.27 x 8.6 mm and a weight of 223g.
Available Configurations
Customers can choose from three RAM/storage configurations: 6/128GB, 8/256GB, and 12/256GB. In Europe, the Poco X8 is primarily available with 256GB of storage. Pricing for the 8GB RAM version starts at €399.99, while the 12GB RAM variant is set at €449.99. However, limited-time early bird pricing offers both models at reduced rates of €319.99 and €359.99, respectively.
