Amidst new launches and growing competition, POCO has launched its newest devices, including Poco F8 Pro. On November 26, 2025, POCO unveiled two of its latest devices, namely Poco F8 Ultra and Poco F8 Pro at a global launch event in Bali. The two brands have been launched under the premium flagship segment.
As promised last year, POCO seems to have embraced the “Ultra” trend with its latest devices. The newest Poco F8 Pro has brought some good upgrades to the table, such as the POCO device now sports a telephoto camera, a larger battery capacity, powerful chipset and much more.
If you want to know more about the latest devices, then read this post for the Poco F8 Pro review. Let’s get started…
Poco F8 Pro: Key Specifications
| Parameters | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.59-inch 2K (2510 × 1156 px) AMOLED, 120 Hz refresh rate, 12-bit color, up to 3500 nits peak, HDR10+ & Dolby Vision support, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i |
| Processor (SoC) | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) Octa-core (2×4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6×3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M) Adreno 830 |
| OS / Software | Android 16, with POCO’s HyperOS 3 skin |
| RAM & Storage | 12 GB LPDDR5X RAM; 256 GB or 512 GB UFS 4.1 storage |
| Build & Design | Dimensions: 157.49 × 75.25 × 8.00 mm; weight: 199 g; IP68 rated for dust & water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) Body: Glass front (Gorilla Glass 7i), aluminum frame, glass back |
| Memory | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM; UFS 4.1 |
| Camera Setup | Rear Cameras: 50 MP main (Light Fusion 800, OIS, f/1.88), 50 MP telephoto with 2.5× optical zoom (f/2.2), 8 MP ultrawide (f/2.2) Triple Camera Front Camera: 20 MP selfie camera Video with Rear camera: 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10+; Front camera: 1080p@30/60fps |
| Battery Capacity | 6210 mAh (typical) non-removable battery |
| Charging Speed | 100 W wired fast charging (HyperCharge); also supports 22.5 W reverse wired charging |
| Wireless Charging | NA |
| Connectivity | 5G SA/NSA, Dual SIM (nano + nano or nano + eSIM / eSIM + eSIM), Wi-Fi (up to Wi-Fi 7 / Wi-Fi 6 depending on region), Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, Infrared, USB-C |
| Audio & Sound | Stereo speakers, “Sound by Bose” tuning |
| Color Options | Black, Blue, and Titanium Silver |
| Additional Features | Fingerprint reader (under display, ultrasonic); stereo speakers (with Dolby Atmos) |
Xiaomi Poco F8 Pro Preview
- Geekbench Scores: 2882/ 8957
- AnTuTu Score: 2,661,660
What’s Enticing About this Device
- Great display
- Fast chipset
- Decent camera system
What’s Disappointing
- No wireless charging
- Retail box does not include a charger
- The ultra-wide camera falls short of expectations in overall quality
Poco F8 Pro Review
Let’s take a closer look at its design, performance, and overall user experience.
1. Design and Display
The F8 Pro features a one-piece milled glass design on the back panel. Poco has used a single block of glass to create a distinct, glossy “deco” around the camera module. This addition gives it a more premium look. Additionally, the phone includes metal middle frame with gently micro-curved edges.
Besides that, it boasts slim built and lightweight design for balance and aesthetics. The phone is 8 mm thick and weighs 199 grams, which makes it feel less bulky. The Poco F8 Pro is more compact and is built around a 6.59-inch display (down from the 6.67-inch panel in the previous model).
It still supports 120Hz refresh rate and 12-bit color depth. The build quality is great and it also includes water and dust resistance (IP68) rating for durability and everyday usability.
2. Chipset
The Poco F8 Pro comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, which makes it one of the best devices in this price segment.
3. Camera System
The camera setup has got some really outstanding upgrades. The familiar 50MP main sensor is now complemented by a dedicated 2.5× optical zoom camera, alongside the returning 8MP ultrawide lens.
4. Performance
With AnTuTu score of 2,661,660 and Geekbench Scores of 2882/8957, the Poco F8 Pro offers “flagship-level” performance. It makes heavy multitasking, gaming, video editing and intensive workloads a breeze for users. Compared to its direct rivals, and previous Poco models, the Poco F8 Pro is the clear winner.
Moreover, the use of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 makes it a much desirable choice for users as it offers much stable and reliable performance.
5. Software
Poco F8 Pro runs on HyperOS 3, and it’s based on Android 16. This is the same operating system that powers Xiaomi’s top models. HyperOS is one of the best software so far as it offers clean and seamless performance.
6. Advanced Features & AI-Capabilities
This new device offers some of the cutting-edge features, including speech recognition, live translation, writing assistance and subtitles. Additionally, it includes AI Tools, such as Eraser Pro, AI Frame and more for creating and editing documents.
7. Impressive Battery Life
Poco F8 Pro includes a 6,210 mAh battery (which is much larger than its predecessors). Also, it uses silicon-carbon tech to achieve this high capacity. It offers 100W fast charging. Charging speed is pretty impressive as it offers 78% charging in just 30 min.
However, the unavailability of wireless charging option may disappoint you.
8. Audio Quality and Haptics
The new Poco F8 Pro includes a stereo speaker system with the sound tuned by BOSE. The audio can sound slightly harsh with a narrow soundstage, and at high volumes, compression makes the treble feel edgy. However, the built-in 10-band EQ helps fine-tune the sound. There’s also no 3.5 mm headphone jack.
9. Pricing
The new Poco F8 Pro phone starts at $579 (€469), and is in direct competition with Google Pixel 9a and the Galaxy S25 FE.
Unboxing the Poco F8 Pro
Buyers may feel a bit of disappointment as the retail box comes without charger inside. The package includes a silicon case, a USB-C to USB-A cable for charging and data transfer along with a quick users’ guide.
So, Is It A Good Buy?
The Poco F8 Pro offers a lot of outstanding features and capabilities, which makes it a great choice for buyers planning to buy a new device in 2025 or beyond. The Battery and OS are top-tier, even the camera capabilities are outstanding. However, there are some areas where it lacks charm, and that include the unavailability of wireless charging and the underperformance of ultra-wide camera.
However, if you don’t mind the unavailability of wireless charging and camera performance, then it’s a great flagship device at this price.
