POCO X8 Pro: 1.5K AMOLED, Dimensity 8500 Ultra & Fast Charging

POCO has officially launched the POCO X8 Pro, a mid-range smartphone offering flagship-level features at an affordable price. The device combines high performance, an impressive display, and long battery life, making it a strong contender in the mid-range segment.

Key Features

Display:
The POCO X8 Pro features a 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and gaming. The AMOLED panel delivers high contrast, vibrant colors, and bright visuals.

Processor:
It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra chipset (4nm), providing powerful performance and energy efficiency. This processor easily handles heavy gaming and multitasking.

Camera Setup:

• Rear: 50MP main camera with OIS + 8MP ultra-wide lens
• Front: 20MP selfie camera

This camera configuration supports high-quality photos, wide-angle shots, and detailed portraits.

Battery and Charging:
The device comes with a 6,500mAh battery (some regions may offer a 7,560mAh variant) and supports 100W Turbo fast charging, allowing for rapid charging. Reverse charging at 27W is also supported in some regions.

Other Notable Features:

• RAM & Storage: LPDDR5X RAM + UFS 4.1 storage (up to 12GB/512GB)
• Operating System: Android 16-based HyperOS 3
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 6, NFC
• Durability: IP66 / IP68 / IP69K protection
• Color Options: Black, Mint Green, White

Price and Availability

• 8GB + 256GB: ~USD 329 (~INR 32,999)
• 12GB + 512GB: ~USD 399 (~INR 36,856)

Prices may vary in Nepal due to taxes, import duties, and VAT. Some special editions may have slightly higher prices.

Why POCO X8 Pro Matters

The POCO X8 Pro provides flagship-like features at a mid-range price. Its Dimensity 8500 Ultra processor, 1.5K AMOLED 120Hz display, powerful camera, and fast charging battery make it ideal for gamers, tech enthusiasts, and general users looking for a high-performing smartphone without paying top-tier prices.

This combination of performance, design, and affordability positions the POCO X8 Pro as one of the most competitive smartphones in the mid-range market for 2026.