Poco M8 5G has just launched in India as Poco’s first big mid-range bet of 2026, bringing a curved AMOLED display, Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 5G chip and a 5,520mAh battery at an aggressive starting price.
The phone measures 164 x 75.42 x 7.35mm, making it notably thin at 7.35mm for its segment, which aids single-handed use. The design emphasizes symmetrical aesthetics with defining stripes, a sleek dual-curved 6.77-inch AMOLED screen. Construction uses a plastic frame with glass-finish back, offering IP66 dust/water resistance, plus 1.7m drop resistance. High-durability display glass enhances robustness.
6.77-inch 120Hz Flow AMOLED, 3200 Nits Peak
The POCO M8 5G features a 6.77-inch Flow AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It offers a 2392×1080 resolution, peak brightness of 3200 nits, and 68.7 billion colors with 100% DCI-P3 gamut support. The curved AMOLED panel includes 3840Hz PWM dimming for eye comfort, 2560Hz instant touch sampling in Game Turbo mode, and certifications like TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light and Flicker Free.
The display achieves ~89.7-92% screen-to-body ratio, HDR support, and sunlight readability, making it suitable for gaming and media in bright Indian conditions.
Multitask with Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 Beast
The Poco M8 5G features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor, featuring an octa-core CPU configuration with 4x Cortex-A78 cores at up to 2.4 GHz for performance tasks and 4x Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz for efficiency. It pairs with the Adreno 710 GPU, enabling smooth gaming, multitasking, and 5G connectivity on Android 15 with HyperOS 2.
The Poco M8 5G runs on Android 15-based HyperOS 2 out of the box. It offers the longest software support in Poco’s M series, with four years of major OS updates (up to Android 19) and six years of security patches.
91 Hours Strong Power
The Poco M8 5G features a 5520mAh silicon-carbon battery designed for all-day usage. This large-capacity battery uses advanced silicon-carbon technology, allowing the phone to remain thin while delivering up to 91 hours of moderate use or reliable daily performance.
Phone supports 45W turbo wired charging for quick top-ups, such as 50% in about 25 minutes, plus up to 18W reverse wired charging to power other devices. The battery retains over 80% capacity after 1600 charge cycles, equivalent to more than 5 years of typical use with built-in protections.
50MP Light Fusion 400 Technology
The Poco M8 5G features a capable dual-camera setup tailored for mid-range performance, emphasizing AI enhancements and solid daylight imaging. The main rear sensor is a 50MP wide-angle camera (f/1.8 aperture, 1/2.88″ size, 0.61µm pixels, PDAF) paired with a 2MP depth sensor. It supports 4K@30fps video, 1080p@30/60fps, HDR, panorama, and LED flash, with Light Fusion 400 technology for improved low-light detail.
A 20MP selfie camera (f/2.2, 1/4.0″ sensor) handles 1080p@30/60fps video, HDR, and panorama modes. AI tools include portrait enhancement, retro film effects, Dynamic Shots 2.0, reflection removal, and object erase for creative editing. Reviews note reliable daylight shots but unspectacular low-light performance typical of its segment.
6/8GB RAM with Up to 256GB Storage
The Poco M8 5G offers up to 8GB LPDDR4X RAM paired with 128GB or 256GB UFS 2.2 storage options in India. Common configurations include 6GB RAM with 128GB storage and 8GB RAM with either 128GB or 256GB storage.
The Poco M8 5G features LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 2.2 storage types across its variants. Storage is expandable via microSD up to 1TB, and actual usable RAM/storage is slightly less due to system software.
In-Display Fortress + AI Face Shield
The primary hardware security includes an in-screen fingerprint sensor for quick unlocking and AI-powered face unlock for facial recognition. These features work alongside pattern, PIN, or password screen locks, ensuring versatile access methods suitable for Indian users.
Poco commits to four major Android updates and six years of security patches in India, keeping the device secure against emerging threats.
Stream Anywhere with 5G
The POCO M8 5G offers robust connectivity tailored for modern usage, including 5G support across multiple bands for fast mobile data. It supports dual nano-SIM configuration with comprehensive 5G coverage, 4G LTE, 3G WCDMA, and 2G GSM for broad compatibility.
Wireless connectivity includes Bluetooth 5.1 for stable connections for accessories, Wi-Fi 802.11 (dual-band) with Wi-Fi Direct for seamless streaming and hotspot use. NFC allows contactless payments and GPS with GLONASS, BDS, Galileo provides precise navigation.
USB Type-C 2.0 handles charging, OTG, and tethering, complemented by an IR blaster for remote control functions.
The Poco M8 5G is available in three color options in India: Carbon Black, Glacial Blue, and Frost Silver
Price Under ₹25,000
The Poco M8 5G, launched in India on January 8, 2026, starts at ₹18,999 for the base variant and vary by configuration and retailer, with deals available on Flipkart bringing some down further.
| 6GB RAM + 128GB Storage | ₹18,999 |
| 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage | ₹19,999 |
| 8GB RAM + 256GB Storage | ₹21,999 |