POCO Confirms X8 Pro Series Launch on March 17, 2026

POCO, the affordable smartphone brand under Xiaomi, has confirmed the launch of its X8 Pro series on March 17, 2026, during an online event scheduled for 8:00 p.m. GMT+8. The series includes two models, the POCO X8 Pro and POCO X8 Pro Max, aimed at delivering high-performance features in the mid-range segment, with a focus on speed, battery life, and gaming capabilities.

The devices mark POCO's shift to MediaTek processors for this lineup, departing from the Qualcomm chips commonly used in its F-series. The standard X8 Pro will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra chipset, designed for efficient multitasking and gaming, paired with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 4.1 storage options up to 12GB and 512GB, respectively. The X8 Pro Max steps up with the more advanced Dimensity 9500s processor, promising flagship-level performance for demanding applications.

Both models feature premium displays to enhance user experience. The X8 Pro has a 6.59-inch 1.5K OLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 3,500 nits, including an in-display fingerprint scanner. The X8 Pro Max offers a larger 6.83-inch 1.5K OLED display with similar 120Hz refresh and 2,000 nits...