POCO has expanded POCO X8 series in India with the launch of the new POCO X8 and POCO X8 Power smartphones. Both of the newly launched smartphones offer big batteries, AMOLED displays, Snapdragon processors and 5G, targeting users looking for powerful mid-range phones with long battery life.

The POCO X8 Power is the top-end model among the two and attracts attention with its hefty 10,000 mAh battery and 100W fast charging support. The standard POCO X8, on the other hand, comes with a 9,000 mAh battery and 67W fast charging capacity.

POCO X8 Power Price in India

The price of the POCO X8 Power in India starts at ₹35,999. The smartphone will come with 8GB RAM and storage options going up to 256GB.

The phone will be available in Black and Yellow colour options.

According to current launch details, the POCO X8 Power will be available for purchase in India from September 11, 2026, on Flipkart.

POCO X8 Price in India

The POCO X8 price in India starts at ₹29,999 and is available in various RAM/storage configurations such as 6GB/128GB and 8GB/256GB options.

It is available in Black, Fiery Orange and Frost White colours. Sales are set to start from September 11 through Flipkart.

POCO X8 Power Specifications

• The main highlight of the POCO X8 Power smartphone is its battery. It comes with a huge 10,000 mAh silicon-carbon battery which is especially enticing for those looking for a long battery life.
• It supports 100W HyperCharge and also reverse charging capability at up to 27W.
• The phone features a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display at 120Hz refresh rate, with display protection from Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.
• The POCO X8 Power is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 processor coupled with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage.

POCO X8 Power Camera

The smartphone also features a 50MP primary rear camera with OIS, alongside an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera.

There is a 32MP front camera for selfies and video calls, with front and rear camera support for video recording up to 4K.

POCO X8 Specifications

• The standard POCO X8 also comes with the 6.83-inch 1.5K display and 120Hz refresh rate.
• The phone uses the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 chipset and comes with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage.
• The POCO X8 gets a 9,000 mAh battery with 67W quick charging, which gives the model a clear advantage over battery backup for users who are prioritising this aspect.
• As for photos, the POCO X8 has a 50MP primary rear camera coupled with a 2MP secondary sensor, with the front camera being a 16MP unit.

Android 16 and HyperOS 3

Both new smartphones run on Android 16 with Xiaomi's HyperOS 3.

POCO has also promised to provide four OS upgrades and six years of security updates, making the models offer a longer software support cycle than many smartphones in the mid-range segment.

Strong Durability Ratings

Durability is another strong aspect of the new POCO smartphones. They offer high-level protection against dust and water with the POCO X8 Power listed with IP66, IP68, IP69 and IP69K ratings according to the current specifications.

This makes the X8 Power particularly appealing to buyers seeking a smartphone that combines a large battery life with enhanced protection.

POCO X8 vs POCO X8 Power: Main Difference

The main difference between the two phones lies in the processor, camera setup, charging technology and battery capacity.

The POCO X8 Power offers a 10,000 mAh battery, 100W charging, Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chipset, 50MP + 8MP cameras and a 32MP selfie camera.

The POCO X8 has a 9,000 mAh battery, 67W charging, Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 processor and a 50MP + 2MP rear camera setup.