While everyone is busy with cameras and AI in the smartphone market, Poco is once again returning to their old formula—performance + battery = value for money.
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max launched in China is likely to come to India with a new name—the Poco X8 Pro series Poco X8 Pro Max.
If this phone really comes to India, then it can create a big storm in the mid-premium segment. Because just by listening to its specifications, it is clear—this is no ordinary phone.
Unbox: First impressions are strong
The first thing you like when you open the box—the 100W charger is in the box.
Nowadays, many brands are skipping chargers. Poco is still offering the full package.
What you get in the box:
- 100W fast charger
- USB Type-A to Type-C cable
- SIM tool
- Documentation
- Transparent case
First impression? “Yes, this is a serious phone.”
Design: Orange is a distinctive color
The first thing that catches your eye when you pick up the phone is its orange color.
It seems that this shade is going to be the trend color of 2026.
The design is not too experimental. Rather:
- Flat sides
- Metal frame
- Simple back design
- IP68/IP69 rating
However, one thing must be said—this is not a light phone. Although officially 208g is said, the actual weight is about 224g.
But whose fault is it?
9000mAh battery.
9000mAh battery: Is it a phone or a power bank?
5000mAh is very common these days. 6000mAh is considered large.
But 9000mAh?
This is really a game changer.
Talking about battery life, it has been tested. It is a Chinese company. They said that you will get 11 hours of screen-on time, etc. And I think that should be good data for a 9000 mAh battery. That is, the battery will last you 1.5-2 days in normal usage.
And there’s:
- 100W fast charging
- 27W reverse charging
Meaning you can charge your friend’s phone if you want.
Also, it has a 9000 mAh battery. It has 100 watt charging. It also supports 27 watt wired and reverse wired charging. That means if you have an iPhone, you can charge it at full speed.
Display: Absolutely all-display fee
Poco never skimps on the display. And here too.
- 6.83-inch AMOLED
- 1.5K resolution
- 120Hz refresh rate
- HDR10+ and Dolby Vision
- 3000 nits peak brightness
I like the bezel the most. Very thin. The chin is also narrow.
Watching videos, playing games, streaming series—everything feels immersive.
Performance: Dimensity 9500S – Close to flagship level
This phone has the MediaTek Dimensity 9500S.
Antutu score is around 2.7–2.8 million.
What does that mean?
That means it’s not just “mid-range”, but very close to a flagship.
With that:
- LPDDR5X RAM
- UFS 4.1 storage
- WiFi 7
- Bluetooth 5.4
The phone is very smooth in daily use. App switching, multitasking—no problem.
It supports WiFi 7. This is a good thing. There is Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. NFC is also supported. An Air Blaster is also included. No problem.
Gaming: BGMI, COD – Play on full settings
This is great news for gamers.
BGMI, COD Mobile—All games run smoothly up to 120fps.
The heating control is also good.
If you are a serious gamer, this phone will not disappoint you.
Multimedia: Cinema hall in your hands
There are stereo speakers, and the sound is balanced.
The sound does not sound different from top to bottom.
Large display + Dolby Vision = Perfect entertainment combo.
Talking about multimedia, it comes with stereo speakers. Its quality is good. It is balanced. This means that the sound is not coming from the top or bottom. It has balanced speakers. So, a good display and good audio make it a perfect multimedia device.
Camera: Good, but not focused
To be honest, the Poco phone is not camera-centric.
The same is true here.
- Main camera 4K 60fps
- Ultra-wide 1080p
- Front 20MP
The pictures come out good in daylight. Average quality in low-light. You’ll get LEDs around the camera sensors, yes, but they’re not RGB; they’re white light, but they’re not visible there. Okay, let’s talk about that. Now, look at the Poco phones, they focus on performance and battery life. And it’s the same. The camera is not the focus. We’ve seen this before. You can buy any X-series phone, any Poco phone. The camera is never highlighted like that.
It’s not just a camera-centric phone. In terms of features, it’s pro, video, photo, portrait, document. You get all the other features. Slow motion, time lapse, dual video mode, long exposure, panorama. So those are good features too. Talking about videography, only the primary sensor can do 4K 60fps. The front one is 20 megapixels and the ultra wide is 1080p.
Enough for social media users, but not for camera lovers.
Software
The Chinese variant has HyperOS 3.0.
When it comes to India, it is expected to come with a clean version.
It is likely to get updates for 3–4 years.
The operating system of this phone is Hyper OS 3.0, and as you know, it is the Chinese variant. So, it comes with a lot of third-party apps, games and all that. If it comes to India, it will definitely be cleaned up. And it will probably get three or four years of updates.
Possible price (India)
The price in China is around 2200–2300 yuan.
When it comes to India, the price could be:
- ₹30,000 – ₹35,000
If you get 9000mAh + 100W + flagship score at this price, then it will really be value for money.
Who is this phone for?
This phone is for those—
Those who want long battery
Those who do gaming
Those who like a big display
Those who prioritize performance
No, it is not a camera-focused phone.
But if you want power, battery and smooth performance—then the Poco X8 Pro Max could be the best deal for you in 2026.
Haptic feedback is okay. Not one of the best, it has average haptic feedback. It has IP 68 69 certification. So it is good. It has a metal frame. When the SAR standard comes to India, it will be with these limitations. The Wide Vine L1 will also come when it comes to India.
