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POCO, a leading technology brand among youngtech enthusiasts, today introduced POCO X8 Pro Max and POCO X8 Pro, shifting itsX Series to X Pro Series. With flagship performance, long-lasting endurance, premiumdesign, and impressive experience, POCO X8 Pro Series breaks new ground in
performance devices, redefining the limits of next-gen performance flagships.
“With the new POCO X8 Pro Series, we’ve made cutting-edge technology and flagship-
level experiences more accessible to users around the world,“ said Kang Lou, Senior
Product Marketing Manager and Spokesperson at POCO Global. “For the first time, we are introducing our Pro Max model — POCO X8 Pro Max — to push the boundaries of extreme performance, while POCO X8 Pro delivers an all-around enhanced experience with exceptional value.”
Flagship Performance Pushes Speed to the Max
Performance stands at the core of POCO X8 Pro Series. POCO X8 Pro Max globally debuts as the first smartphone to be powered by the latest Dimensity 9000 series flagship chipset — Dimensity 9500s, achieving an impressive AnTuTu score of 3,085,998. Built on a 3nm process, it features a 4+4 All Big Core CPU design with up to 3.73GHz max clock speed, further enhancing power efficiency. POCO X8 Pro Max supports LPDDR5X 9600Mbps RAM and UFS 4.1 storage, making everyday operations feel smooth and responsive.
Meanwhile, POCO X8 Pro achieves a 15.8%
increase in AnTuTu score⁴ compared to its predecessor with the global debut of the
Dimensity 8500-Ultra Mobile Platform, delivering a 25% boost in GPU performance
and lower power consumption. Moreover, POCO X8 Pro Max and POCO X8 Pro both
support hardware-level ray tracing, further enhancing in-game immersion with more
realistic lighting and reflections.
Beyond hardware, POCO X8 Pro Series integrates WildBoost Optimization to further elevate the gaming experience. It intelligently predicts per-frame computing demand
within each frame generation cycle, enabling proactive intervention to prevent frame
drops. As a result, both POCO X8 Pro Max and POCO X8 Pro deliver more stable frame rates and lower power consumption even under heavy-load gaming. Furthermore, WildBoost Optimization supports features including Smart frame rate,1.5K Super resolution, 24x super resolution touch, and Game HDR, enabling smooth gameplay beyond native frame limits, finer details, smoother swipes, and stunning graphics especially in demanding RPG games.
Completing the flagship performance experience is the LiquidCool Technology. POCO X8 Pro Max features the POCO 3D IceLoop Cooling System with a large 5,800mm liquid cooling area and a specialised 3D bulge over the chipset, significantly improving thermal efficiency and drastically reducing SoC temperature by up to 3°C. POCO X8 Pro adopts a 5,300mm POCO 3D Dual-layer IceLoop Cooling System, allowing you to enjoy peak performance during intense gaming or heavy multitasking
Massive Battery Meets Industry-Leading Charging
POCO X8 Pro Max features the largest battery in POCO’s history with an 8,500mAh
(typ) battery capacity, delivering 2-day battery life on a single charge. It retains over
80% of its capacity even after 1,600 charge cycles, roughly equivalent to six years of
regular use. Alternatively, POCO X8 Pro houses an upgraded 6,500mAh (typ) silicon-
carbon battery, offering durable endurance in a more compact form. 100W HyperCharge and industry-leading 27W reverse charging are featured across the lineup, delivering all-around enhanced charging experiences.
For both devices, Smart charging further enhances user experience by intelligently
managing charging speed and power distribution between the system and the
battery. It is designed to control device temperature, ensuring a safe, smooth, and
stable charging process.
Brilliant Visuals, Immersive Audio
POCO X8 Pro Max features a 6.83-inch display, while POCO X8 Pro is equipped with
a 6.59-inch display, both reaching up to 3,500 nits peak brightness across 25% of
the screen for excellent outdoor visibility. Built on flagship M10 panels integrating
brand-new red luminous material, the entire lineup enhances luminous efficiency for
brighter visuals while reducing power consumption. On POCO X8 Pro, red luminous material further boosts luminous efficiency by 20% compared to its predecessor.
POCO X8 Pro Series also supports 3840Hz PWM dimming and triple TÜV Rheinland
eye-care certifications, ensuring both visibility and comfort in various lighting conditions. With an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, POCO X8 Pro Max also provides an extremely fast and secure unlocking experience.
Complementing the display, POCO X8 Pro Max features dual 1115F symmetrical speakers with Hi-Res Audio and Dolby Atmos® for natural, authentic, and balanced sound. Personalized volume options cater to different listening scenarios, including a
powerful 400% volume boost for open spaces and Nighttime low-volume mode for
quiet environments such as bedtime.
Premium by Design, Built to Last
POCO X8 Pro Series embodies a minimalist, premium design with innovative features.
With a metal frame and fibreglass back, POCO X8 Pro Max delivers a premium
handfeel with an expansive screen. POCO X8 Pro stands out with ultra-slim bezels
and a high screen-to-body ratio, offering a comfortable viewing experience within a
compact and portable body. Both models feature racetrack-inspired camera decos
integrated with a Dynamic RGB light, offering playful, customizable lighting effects that
respond to notifications, charging, gaming, music playback, and camera activity.
Durability marks a core pillar of the lineup, with both models featuring Corning®
Gorilla® Glass 7i and a comprehensive suite of IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K dust and
water resistance ratings. Meanwhile, POCO X8 Pro Max has passed the 5-star SGS
Premium Performance Certification, verifying resistance to drops, crushing, and
bending.
Enhanced Imaging, Elevated Creativity
Engineered to deliver exceptional clarity in every shot, POCO X8 Pro Series combines
powerful hardware with AI-driven enhancements, bringing elevated mobile
photography to the entire lineup. Both models feature a 50MP main camera and a
20MP front camera, with POCO X8 Pro Max using a Light Fusion 600 image sensor
and POCO X8 Pro equipped with a Sony IMX882 sensor for the main camera.
Together, POCO X8 Pro Series delivers sharp, vivid shots with stable, high-quality
performance across diverse lighting conditions.
For those seeking even more creativity, POCO X8 Pro Series also supports powerful shooting features such as UltraSnap and Dynamic shots, making fast, clear captures
of continuous motion effortless. Seamless conversion between video and live photos
is now supported across the lineup, while AI Creativity Assistant simplifies editing
and refining image quality.
Smart, Connected, and Ready for Anything
Powered by Xiaomi HyperOS 3, POCO X8 Pro Series delivers an intelligent,
responsive, and connected everyday experience. Xiaomi HyperConnect ensures
seamless interaction across devices, while Xiaomi HyperIsland brings expanded live
activity support for apps at a glance. Taking AI experience further, Google Gemini
and Circle to Search with Google offer smart assistance and fast information access.
Featured for the first time, POCO X8 Pro Series introduces Ticket Purchase Mode,³¹
which can help you buy tickets faster during high-demand sales. It improves touch
response and screen performance, and optimises the phone’s processing power to
give you a smoother, faster experience when trying to get tickets.
Making its debut across POCO X Pro Series, Xiaomi Offline Communication ensures
voice calls even without a network. Designed for a more flexible lifestyle, POCO X8
Pro Max also supports eSIM,³⁵ simplifying setup and making international travel more
convenient.
Adding even more value, POCO X8 Pro Series comes with an exclusive bundle of
premium benefits, including a 3-month trial for Spotify Premium and a 2-month trial
for YouTube Premium for free.
Product Availability
POCO X8 Pro Max is available in three colours: White, Black, and Blue, with the
following storage variants:
- 12GB+512GB, priced at £519
- 12GB+256GB, priced at £469
POCO X8 Pro is available in three colours: Black, White, and Mint Green, with the
following storage variants:
- 12GB+512GB, priced at £429
- 8GB+512GB, priced at £399
- 8GB+256GB, priced at £349
To celebrate the launch of the POCO X8 Pro series, customers can enjoy exclusive
offers on mi.com/uk from 17 – 31 March 2026, with limited-time promotional pricing as
follows:
POCO X8 Pro Max:
- £399 (12GB+512GB, RRP £519)
- £359 (12GB+256GB, RRP £469)
POCO X8 Pro:
- £349 (12GB+512GB, RRP £429)
- £319 (8GB+512GB, RRP £399)
- £289 (8GB+256GB, RRP £349)
