Poco is set to unveil its new X8 Pro lineup in India and globally tomorrow, introducing the Poco X8 Pro, X8 Pro Max, and a special Iron Man Edition. Ahead of the official launch, pricing details for the Indian market have surfaced, revealing a noticeable price increase compared to last year’s Poco X7 Pro.
The vanilla Poco X8 Pro is expected to start at ₹33,999 for the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant, while the 12GB + 256GB model could be priced around ₹37,999. For those wanting more storage, the X8 Pro Max offers two choices: 12GB RAM with 256GB at ₹41,999, and 12GB RAM with 512GB at ₹45,999.
Launch promotions appear likely as well. A ₹3,000 discount might be introduced on the base Poco X8 Pro 8GB/256GB model, reducing its effective price to approximately ₹30,999. The Iron Man Edition, a limited and presumably premium variant, is rumored to carry an initial price tag of ₹43,999, but could be available for around ₹40,999 after similar launch offers such as instant bank discounts or cashback.
Compared to the Poco X7 Pro, which debuted at ₹27,999 without discounts, the new Poco X8 Pro series reflects a price hike of about ₹6,000. This shift aligns with broader trends in the smartphone sector, as companies face rising component costs and supply chain pressures globally.
Specifications revealed on Flipkart ahead of launch provide insight into what justifies the cost. The Poco X8 Pro sports an 8.3mm-thick glass body with a scratch-resistant matte finish and a metal frame, weighing 201 grams. It boasts a high-end display featuring a 6.59-inch 1.5K panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3500 nits, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i. The phone holds premium dust and water resistance certifications, including IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K, along with SGS certification.
Camera-wise, the Poco X8 Pro is equipped with a 50MP Sony IMX882 main sensor with f/1.5 aperture, supported by both optical and electronic image stabilization, complemented by an 8MP ultra-wide lens with a 120-degree field of view. Video capabilities include 4K recording at 60fps and night mode for improved low-light footage. The software boosts photography with AI-powered tools like Magic Eraser Pro and Sky Replacement.
The Poco X8 Pro Max upgrades the display to 6.83 inches and swaps the Sony sensor for a 50MP Light Fusion 600 camera but retains most other features. Both models offer stereo speakers tuned with Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision support, promising enhanced audio with a dedicated nighttime low-volume mode.
Poco will release these devices in Black, White, and Light Blue colors via Flipkart in India, alongside the limited Iron Man Edition set to attract collectors and fans of the Marvel franchise.
Poco X8 Pro series India pricing details
- Poco X8 Pro 8GB RAM + 256GB storage: ₹33,999 (₹30,999 with launch discount)
- Poco X8 Pro 12GB RAM + 256GB storage: ₹37,999
- Poco X8 Pro Max 12GB RAM + 256GB storage: ₹41,999
- Poco X8 Pro Max 12GB RAM + 512GB storage: ₹45,999
- Iron Man Edition: ₹43,999 (₹40,999 with discounts)
Poco X8 Pro series key specifications
- Body: 8.3mm thick, glass with scratch-resistant matte finish, metal frame, 201 grams
- Display (X8 Pro): 6.59-inch 1.5K panel, 120Hz refresh rate, 3500 nits peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection
- Display (X8 Pro Max): 6.83-inch panel
- Water and dust resistance: IP66, IP68, IP69, IP69K, SGS certified
- Main camera (X8 Pro): 50MP Sony IMX882 sensor, f/1.5 aperture, OIS + EIS
- Ultra-wide camera: 8MP, 120-degree FOV
- Video: 4K at 60fps, night mode
- Photography features: Magic Eraser Pro, Sky Replacement (AI-powered)
- Audio: Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision, nighttime low-volume mode
- Colors: Black, White, Light Blue, plus limited Iron Man Edition
As the Poco X8 Pro series launch approaches, these pricing and specification details highlight Poco’s strategy to blend premium features with competitive pricing in India’s mid-range smartphone segment.