POCO renews its mid-range offering with the official launch of the new POCO M8 5G and POCO M8 Pro 5G, two smartphones that aim to make technical specifications typically reserved for higher market segments more accessible.
The brand continues to follow its philosophy “All power. All play.“, proposing smartphones that make concreteness their core principle.
Both models arrive on the market with the goal of offering a high-end visual experience and battery life capable of enduring even the most intense days, thanks to the integration of high-capacity batteries and advanced fast charging systems.
POCO M8 and M8 Pro: everything you need to know about technical specifications, price and release
The absolute highlight of this new generation is undoubtedly the display. The POCO M8 Pro 5G raises the bar with a Flow AMOLED 6.83-inch panel with a CrystalRes 1.5K resolution, capable of delivering higher pixel density and crisper details than before.
Not to be outdone is the standard model, the POCO M8 5G, which features a Flow AMOLED 6.77-inch display with a refresh rate of 120 Hz, guaranteeing smoothness in animations and content scrolling.
Both devices share an impressive feature for their price range: a peak brightness reaching 3200 nit. The attention to visual comfort is confirmed by the presence of the dimming PWM at high frequency (3840Hz), which reduces eye fatigue during prolonged use in dim environments.
Performance and autonomy
Under the hood, the two smartphones take different paths to satisfy different needs. The POCO M8 Pro 5G is powered by the mobile platform Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 built on a 4nm process, a chipset designed to offer decent performance even in gaming and multitasking.
To keep temperatures in check, there is the IceLoop cooling system, introduced for the first time on the M series to ensure stability during the most demanding usage sessions.
The younger brother, the POCO M8 5G, relies instead on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, also a 4nm octa-core processor that focuses on energy efficiency and the solidity of daily performance.
Sia POCO M8 5G che POCO M8 Pro 5G si affidano a memorie collaudate: troviamo infatti RAM di tipo LPDDR4X e storage UFS 2.2. Non si tratta delle tecnologie piu recenti in assoluto ma di standard che garantiscono sufficiente reattività nell’uso quotidiano e costi contenuti.
Una differenza sostanziale emerge pero nell’espandibilità: mentre il modello base M8 supporta schede microSD fino a 1 TB grazie allo slot ibrido, il fratello maggiore M8 Pro opta per una configurazione Dual SIM pura (Nano SIM + Nano SIM) senza menzione esplicita di espansione di memoria nelle specifiche tecniche, puntando invece su tagli di partenza piu generosi.
L’autonomia è il vero fiore all’occhiello della serie. Il modello Pro integra una batteria da 6500 mAh, supportata dalla tecnologia HyperCharge a 100 W che permette di ridurre drasticamente i tempi di attesa alla presa di corrente.
Anche il POCO M8 5G si difende egregiamente con una batteria da 5520 mAh e il supporto alla ricarica turbo da 45 W, offrendo un bilanciamento ideale tra durata e velocità di ricarica.
Cameras and design
The camera department sees a clear step forward with the adoption of next-generation sensors. The POCO M8 Pro 5G boasts a main camera of 50 MP with a Light Fusion 800 sensor and, crucial for night shots and video, optical image stabilization (OIS). The secondary camera is an 8 MP ultra-wide.
The standard model does not compromise on quality, proposing a dual-camera system with a main sensor of 50MP Light Fusion 400, capable of recording 4K video, accompanied by a 2 MP depth sensor.
On the front, we find another difference, with the POCO M8 Pro featuring a 32 MP sensor that drops to 20 MP on the base model.
From an aesthetic and build perspective, the two smartphones offer different sensations. The POCO M8 5G leans into slimness with a profile of just 7.35 mm and a 3D-curved design that makes it easier to grip.
The Pro model, instead, emphasizes durability: it is IP68 certified for water and dust protection and its display is protected by the sturdy Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, making it a reliable companion even in the harshest conditions.
Both devices arrive with Xiaomi HyperOS and advanced AI features, including support for Google Gemini and “Circle to Search”, completing a package that aims to democratize high-end technology.
Prices and launch promotions
POCO confirms its aggressive strategy, aiming for a specs-to-price ratio that is hard to beat.
The POCO M8 Pro 5G arrives on the market with an official starting price of €349.90 for the 8 GB RAM and 256 GB storage version, while for those seeking the maximum available space, the 12 GB + 512 GB variant is offered at €399.90.
POCO M8 5G with 8 GB + 256 GB is available at a suggested public price of €269.90, while the more capacious model (8 GB + 512 GB) is offered at €299.90.
However, as is traditional for the brand, the launch is accompanied by a very attractive “Early Bird” promotion. From 10:00 on January 8 until midnight on January 14, it will be possible to purchase the devices at significantly reduced prices:
- POCO M8 Pro 5G (8/256 GB) drops to €309.99
- POCO M8 Pro 5G (12/512 GB) drops to €359.90
- POCO M8 5G (8/256 GB) drops to €229.99
- POCO M8 5G (8/512 GB) drops to €259.90
Availability is immediate on official channels Mi.com, Amazon and at the Xiaomi Store Italia.
Purchasing through the official Mi.com store, users can also benefit from stackable exclusive advantages, such as an additional discount for new customers (€10 for POCO M8 5G and €20 for POCO M8 Pro 5G) or promotional bundles that include a 50% reduction on the purchase of fast chargers (from 67W to 120W), a fundamental accessory since in the box there is only the cable.
