POCO has officially launched the POCO X8 Pro in the Philippines, alongside a special Iron Man Edition. The new devices bring flagship-level performance, large batteries, and premium design at prices that start at ₱15,499.
The POCO X8 Pro features a 6.59-inch AMOLED screen with a 1.5K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and up to 3,500 nits peak brightness. It uses a new luminous material for better efficiency and comes with TUV Rheinland eye-care certifications.
Inside, the phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra chip, paired with up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage. It also has a 6,500mAh silicon-carbon battery with support for 100W fast charging and 27W reverse charging.
POCO also added WildBoost Optimization and hardware-level ray tracing, making the phone more stable and efficient for gaming.
Audio is handled by dual speakers with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio. For durability, the phone features Gorilla Glass 7i and multiple IP ratings for dust and water resistance.
On the camera side, the POCO X8 Pro has a 50MP main sensor (Sony IMX882) and a 20MP front camera. It comes with AI features like UltraSnap and Dynamic shots, which make it easier to capture motion and detail.
The phone runs on Xiaomi HyperOS 3, with smart tools such as Google Gemini, Circle to Search, and a new Ticket Purchase Mode.
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The Iron Man Edition comes with a black-and-gold design inspired by Stark Industries armor. It includes a themed UI and animations that extend the look across the device.
Price and Availability
- POCO X8 Pro 8GB+512GB: ₱18,999 (₱15,499 early bird price)
- POCO X8 Pro 12GB+512GB: ₱19,999 (₱16,599 early bird price)
- POCO X8 Pro Iron Man Edition 12GB+512GB: ₱21,999 (₱17,499 early bird price)
Both models will be available online via Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop nationwide, with an early bird sale from March 17 to 26, 2026.
POCO X8 Pro specs
- Display: 6.59-inch 1.5K AMOLED display, 2756×1268, 120Hz refresh rate, 12-bit color depth, 3500 nits, Gorilla Glass 7i
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra
- RAM/Storage: 8GB+256GB, 8GB+512GB, 12GB+512GB
- Rear Cameras:
- 50MP main, Sony IMX882, OIS
- 8MP ultra-wide
- Front Camera: 20MP
- Network: 5G, 4G
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 6, GPS, NFC
- Others: In-display fingerprint sensor, face recognition, stereo speakers, USB-C, IP68 dust and water resistance, IceLoop Cooling System, WildBoost Optimization, Xiaomi Offline Communication, Dynamic RGB lights
- OS: HyperOS 3
- Colors: Black, White, Mint Green
- Battery: 6500mAh, 100W wired fast charging, 27W reverse charging
