Poco’s X series has always been one of the most loved mid-range lineups in India — X6, X6 Pro, X7, X7 Pro all built a massive fanbase by delivering serious specs at honest prices. The Poco X8 series continues that tradition, but with one headline feature that genuinely changes the game.
10,000mAh battery. In a smartphone. Under ₹35,000.
That’s not a power bank. That’s the Poco X8 Power — and it’s real. Poco has launched both the X8 and X8 Power in India, and we got both units for hands-on testing. Here’s everything you need to know — specs, differences, cameras, gaming, battery life, and which one you should actually buy.
What’s in the Box
Poco X8 Power Box Contents:
- Poco X8 Power smartphone
- Silicone rubber case — good quality, not the usual cheap TPU
- 100W fast charger
- Type-A to Type-C cable
- Quick guide
The silicone rubber case and 100W charger in the box at this price point is a strong start. Most mid-range phones either skip the charger or include a basic slow charger. Poco is not playing around.
Design & Build — Two Phones, Two Personalities
Both phones look great but have clearly distinct design languages — which is the right call for a dual-launch.
Poco X8 Design
- Camera layout: Vertical camera module
- Back: Glossy polycarbonate finish — metal-like appearance
- Feel: Premium for the price, solid grip
Poco X8 Power Design
- Camera layout: Square-style camera module
- Back: Premium vegan leather — black and yellow combination
- Feel: Classic, textured, grippy — the vegan leather back is a standout choice
The black and yellow colour combination on the X8 Power is bold and distinctive — it looks expensive and different from the sea of identical-looking mid-range phones.
Build Specs — X8 Power
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 8.65mm |
| Weight | 230 grams |
| Back Material | Vegan leather |
| IP Rating | IP69K |
| Display Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
IP69K certification on the X8 Power is genuinely impressive — this is the highest water resistance rating available, covering high-pressure and high-temperature water jets. Not just splash resistance — actual serious waterproofing.
At 230 grams with a 10,000mAh battery inside, the weight is remarkable. A typical 10,000mAh power bank weighs more than this phone. Poco’s engineering team deserves credit for keeping it this manageable.
Display — Stunning 1.5K Flat AMOLED
Both the Poco X8 and X8 Power share the same display panel — and it’s one of the best screens in this price segment.
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Size | 6.8 inches |
| Type | Flat AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1.5K |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz |
| Peak Brightness | 3,500 nits |
| HDR | HDR certified |
| Glass | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Wet Touch | Yes — Wet Touch 2.0 |
| Eye Care | TÜV Rheinland Triple Eye Care |
| Audio | Dolby Atmos stereo speakers |
Real-World Display Experience
The moment you turn this screen on, it impresses. Deep blacks, super colourful AMOLED visuals, symmetrical bezels all around — this display punches well above its price bracket. YouTube playback at 2160p resolution with HDR certification delivers a genuinely premium video watching experience.
Scrolling at 120Hz is smooth and responsive. Outdoor visibility at 3,500 nits peak brightness is excellent — no squinting required in direct sunlight.
Wet Touch 2.0 means the touchscreen remains responsive even with wet hands or a slightly wet screen — a practical feature that most people don’t think about until they need it.
Drop Test — Gorilla Glass Victus 2
The review unit was dropped from hand height during testing. Result? Not a scratch. Gorilla Glass Victus 2 is legitimately tough protection for everyday drops and knocks.
Poco X8 vs X8 Power — Full Comparison
Here’s the complete side-by-side breakdown:
| Feature | Poco X8 | Poco X8 Power |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 6S Gen 4 | Snapdragon 6S Gen 5 (4nm) |
| RAM | LPDDR4X | LPDDR5X |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 4.1 |
| Battery | 9,000mAh | 10,000mAh |
| Charging | Fast charging | 100W fast charging |
| Reverse Charging | — | 27W reverse wired |
| Rear Camera | 50MP + 2MP | 50MP dual camera |
| Selfie Camera | 16MP | 32MP |
| Ultra Wide | No | No |
| IP Rating | Standard | IP69K |
| Back Design | Glossy polycarbonate | Vegan leather |
| Camera Layout | Vertical | Square module |
| AnTuTu Score | — | 970,000+ |
The X8 Power is clearly the better buy — newer chipset, faster RAM, better storage, bigger battery, faster charging, reverse charging, better selfie camera, and IP69K. The price difference is worth it.
Performance — Snapdragon 6S Gen 5 Does the Job
The Poco X8 Power is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6S Gen 5 — built on a 4nm process node — paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage.
Benchmark Results
| Test | Score / Result |
|---|---|
| AnTuTu | 970,000+ |
| CPU Throttle | 71% stability |
| Wildlife Extreme Stability | 88% |
| BGMI Max FPS | 60fps |
| BGMI Average FPS | Consistent high 50s |
Gaming Performance
BGMI runs at HDR + Extreme settings with 60fps on the Poco X8 Power. The gyroscope response is fast and accurate — left-right tracking is tight. Occasional light frame drops appear during intense firefights but nothing that significantly impacts gameplay.
The Game Mode adds further control:
- Visual enhancement settings
- Performance boost toggle
- Recording settings
- Background process management
For casual to moderate gaming — BGMI, Call of Duty, everyday titles — the X8 Power handles it comfortably. This is not a hardcore gaming flagship, but it delivers smooth, enjoyable gaming for the target audience.
The 71% CPU throttle score and 88% GPU stability score indicate the chip maintains consistent performance over time without severe throttling — good news for long gaming sessions, which the 10,000mAh battery was made for.
Battery — The Main Event
This is why the Poco X8 Power exists. This is the reason you’re reading this review.
| Spec | Poco X8 | Poco X8 Power |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 9,000mAh | 10,000mAh |
| Wired Charging | Fast charging | 100W |
| Reverse Charging | None | 27W wired |
Real-World Battery Life Expectations
With a 10,000mAh battery and a mid-range Snapdragon 6S Gen 5 chip — which is efficient rather than power-hungry — the X8 Power is built to last. In heavy use:
- Social media scrolling, YouTube, music, calls, camera — all day without concern
- Heavy gaming sessions — extends well into the next day
- Estimated real-world endurance: 1.5 to 2 full days on a single charge
Charge it in the morning and you’re looking at battery life stretching comfortably into the following evening, even under heavy use. Battery anxiety is completely eliminated with this phone.
100W Fast Charging
Despite the massive 10,000mAh capacity, the 100W fast charger means you’re not waiting forever to top it up. Enable fast charging in settings (it needs to be manually activated) and the X8 Power charges at a pace that respects your time.
27W Reverse Wired Charging — Your Phone Becomes a Power Bank
The X8 Power can charge other devices at 27W through its USB-C port. Earbuds running low? Smartwatch dying? Friend’s phone at 3%? The X8 Power’s name is now making perfect sense — it’s literally a power bank you can also make calls on.
Cameras — Balanced and Capable
Poco X8 Power Camera Setup
| Camera | Specs |
|---|---|
| Main (Rear) | 50MP |
| Secondary (Rear) | Dual — no ultra wide |
| Selfie | 32MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps (front and rear) |
Camera Modes
- RAW mode
- 4K 30fps video — front and rear
- Portrait mode — 26mm and 52mm focal lengths
- Ultra HD mode
- Slow motion
- Time lapse
- Dual video
- Panorama
- Document scanner
- Underwater camera mode — coming via OTA update
Photo Quality — Honest Assessment
Portrait Mode: The 52mm portrait focal length delivers excellent results — skin tones are balanced and natural, edge detection is reliable, and detail reproduction is good for the price. Indoor portrait shots with controlled lighting are impressive.
Daylight / Colour Reproduction: Colours are accurate and well-reproduced. Not oversaturated, not artificially boosted — natural and balanced.
HDR: Decent in most scenarios. Handles exposure reasonably well in high-contrast scenes.
Ultra Wide: Not available on either model — this is the notable camera limitation of the X8 series. If ultra-wide photography matters to you, look elsewhere.
Selfie (32MP on X8 Power): High-quality selfies with good skin tone reproduction and reliable face/edge detection. The 32MP selfie on the Power is noticeably better than the 16MP on the base X8.
Low Light: Balanced performance — not class-leading but acceptable for the price. The main camera handles low light better than average for a mid-range device.
4K Video: Decent quality for home videos and social content. Occasional judder at transitions, but audio pickup is clear and crisp.
Underwater Camera Mode: Coming as an OTA update — a unique feature that aligns perfectly with the IP69K certification. When it arrives, the X8 Power will be one of very few mid-range phones capable of serious underwater photography.
Audio — Dolby Atmos Stereo Speakers
Both the X8 and X8 Power feature stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos certification and a 400% volume boost option.
The speaker output is loud — genuinely loud. Surround sound enhancement is available. For media consumption, gaming, and casual music listening, the audio experience is well above what you’d expect at this price point.
The haptic vibration motor is present and delivers a soft, clean tactile response — satisfying for typing and notifications.
Software & Connectivity
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| OS | HyperOS 3 on Android 16 |
| OS Updates | 4 major updates |
| Security Updates | 6 years |
| 5G Bands | 8 bands |
| Wi-Fi | Dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 6.0 |
| USB | Type-C 2.0 |
| NFC | Not available |
| IR Blaster | Yes |
| eSIM | Check availability |
| Memory Card | Not supported — dual SIM only |
Software Highlights
HyperOS 3 on Android 16 is clean and functional. Bloatware is minimal — most pre-installed apps can be deleted. The 4 OS updates and 6 years of security patches commitment is solid for a mid-range device.
No NFC is a notable omission — for UPI tap-to-pay users, this is worth considering. No microSD card slot is the other limitation — what you buy is what you get for storage.
The IR blaster is a welcome inclusion — use your phone as a universal TV remote, which is always handy.
Pricing & Availability
| Model | Expected Price | Available |
|---|---|---|
| Poco X8 | ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 | Flipkart |
| Poco X8 Power | ₹30,000 – ₹35,000 | Flipkart |
Sales begin from 11th September on Flipkart. Both models available in their respective storage variants.
Pros & Cons
Poco X8 Power
What’s Great:
- 10,000mAh battery — 1.5 to 2 days of real-world endurance
- 100W fast charging — rapid top-up despite massive capacity
- 27W reverse wired charging — phone doubles as power bank
- IP69K — highest water resistance rating available
- 6.8-inch 1.5K 120Hz flat AMOLED — stunning display
- 3,500 nits peak brightness — excellent outdoor visibility
- Gorilla Glass Victus 2 — serious drop protection
- Wet Touch 2.0 — works with wet hands
- Snapdragon 6S Gen 5 on 4nm — efficient and capable
- LPDDR5X RAM + UFS 4.1 storage — fast
- 32MP selfie camera — high quality
- Dolby Atmos stereo speakers
- Vegan leather back — premium feel and grip
- IR blaster
- Underwater camera mode coming via OTA
- Silicone case + 100W charger in box
What to Consider:
- No ultra-wide camera on either model
- No NFC — no tap-to-pay
- No microSD card slot
- USB 2.0 — not USB 3.x
- 71% CPU throttle — not ideal for hardcore sustained gaming
- HyperOS has some bloatware
- Occasional light frame drops in BGMI
Which One Should You Buy — X8 or X8 Power?
This is straightforward. Buy the Poco X8 Power.
The price difference between the two models is modest, but the X8 Power gives you:
- A newer, more efficient chipset
- 10,000mAh vs 9,000mAh battery
- 100W vs standard fast charging
- 27W reverse charging
- Better RAM and storage technology
- Better 32MP selfie vs 16MP
- IP69K certification
- Premium vegan leather design
For the additional cost, the X8 Power is simply a significantly better phone in every area that matters.
Final Verdict
The Poco X8 Power is one of the most compelling mid-range smartphones of 2026. A 10,000mAh battery was a concept phone feature just a few years ago. Today, Poco has made it real, practical, and affordable.
The display is beautiful. The IP69K certification is class-leading. The 100W charging negates any concerns about the large battery taking forever to refill. The reverse charging turns the phone into a portable power station. And the vegan leather design makes it feel genuinely premium.
It’s not perfect — no ultra-wide camera, no NFC, and no microSD slot are real limitations. But for a phone under ₹35,000 that lasts nearly two days on a single charge and charges faster than most smartphones half its battery size — the X8 Power delivers the Poco X series DNA at its absolute best.
My PitShop Rating: 8.3 / 10
Battery king under ₹35,000. Nothing else comes close.
