The expectation was maximum and the presentation event did not disappoint. Xiaomi has deployed all their artillery at a conference where the premise was clear: redefine what we understand by the highly competitive mid-range. During the gala, the company's spokespersons insisted on solving the biggest headache of current users, presenting a new line of devices that promise to make us forget about the charger for several days.
Beyond the obvious jump in specifications, the event served to confirm a change of direction in the construction of these terminals. Gone is the absolute dominance of plastic to which we were accustomed; The brand is now betting on a metal frame that provides a premium feel and greater durability. Although let's be realistic, this leap in quality has been accompanied by a rise in prices that takes us a little further away from those ridiculous bargains of past generations.
POCO X8 Pro: Balance with enviable autonomy
The standard model of the family arrives strong, standing out for a panel 6.59 inch AMOLED with 1.5K resolution. Your refresh rate 120Hz and its exaggerated peak of brightness 3500 nits They guarantee a spectacular multimedia experience in broad daylight. The processor beats in its bowels MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultraa chip that more than performs daily tasks and casual gaming without overheating.
But the real magic lies within: a huge 6500 mAh battery with ultra-fast charging. On the other hand, the photographic section continues to err on the side of continuity, with a 50 megapixel main sensor and an 8-megapixel wide angle that seems just right in low light conditions. If this balance between power and endurance convinces you, you will be interested to know that you can now get it directly on its official website.
POCO X8 Pro technical sheet
- Screen: 6.59″ AMOLED, 1.5K, 120 Hz, 3500 nits peak brightness
- Performance: MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra, 8/12 GB RAM
- Storage: 256GB / 512GB
- Cameras: 50 mpx f/1.7, 8 mpx wide angle, 16 mpx front
- Battery: 6500 mAh, 100W fast charging
- Software: Android 16 with HyperOS 3.0
- Price: From 309.99 euros
POCO X8 Pro Max: An unprecedented huge beast
If the base model surprises, the older brother is a complete technological madness. He POCO X8 Pro Max raises the diagonal to 6.83 inches and takes a giant leap in performance by integrating the Dimensity 9500s 3 nanometersdesigned to squeeze out the most demanding games. In addition, it has extreme certifications such as IP69K resistance against pressurized water and dust.
The knock on the table comes from his mammoth cell of 8500mAh. We are looking at a mobile phone capable of overcoming two days of very intense use without breaking a sweat. Of course, physics takes its toll: it is a notably thick and heavy phone, exceeding 218 grams. An obvious ergonomic sacrifice for those who prioritize never being disconnected. As with its younger brother, you can now get this technological giant on its website.
Knowing that the weight and thickness increase drastically when integrating these huge batteries, would you be willing to carry a real “brick” in your pocket in exchange for forgetting about the plug completely?
POCO X8 Pro Max technical sheet
- Screen: 6.83″ AMOLED, 1.5K, 120 Hz, 3500 nits peak brightness
- Performance: MediaTek Dimensity 9500s (3nm), 12/16GB RAM
- Storage: 256GB / 512GB UFS 4.1
- Cameras: 50 mpx f/1.5 main with OIS, 8 mpx ultra wide angle, 20 mpx front
- Battery: 8500 mAh, 100W fast wired charging
- Dimensions and weight: 162.9 x 77.9 x 8.2 mm, 218 grams, IP69K certification
- Software: Android 16 with HyperOS 3.0
- Price: From 429.99 euros