Poco Launches X8 Pro Series in India and Global Markets

Xiaomi's Poco brand launched its latest X8 Pro series smartphones in India and select global markets on March 18, 2026, introducing three models aimed at the mid-range performance segment: the Poco X8 Pro, Poco X8 Pro Max, and a limited-edition Poco X8 Pro Iron Man Edition. The devices, available starting March 23 via Flipkart in India and through online retailers elsewhere, emphasize large batteries, fast charging, and robust processors to appeal to gamers and heavy users.

The standard Poco X8 Pro features a 6.59-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, HDR10 support, and peak brightness of 3,500 nits, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. It measures 8.38 millimeters thick and weighs 201 grams, with a metal frame and fiberglass back. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra chipset on a 4nm process, the phone pairs up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM with 256GB or 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage. A 6,500mAh silicon-carbon battery supports 100W wired fast charging, reaching full capacity in about 48 minutes, along with 27W reverse charging. The camera setup includes a 50-megapixel main sensor with optical image stabilization using the Sony IMX882, an 8-megapixel ultrawide...