POCO · Reviewed by GadgetIn · Published 2026-04-02
Based on a review by GadgetIn (accessed 2026-04-02).
Based on this review alone: buy it if you care about premium metal frame design provides a solid and expensive feel — just accept base variant offers less ram and storage (8gb/256gb) for the same price as the previous generation's higher-spec model.
The reviewer concludes that the POCO X8 Pro is no longer the 'absolute king' but remains a strong contender for those prioritizing raw performance in the Rp5 million price bracket. It is recommended for its premium body, bright screen, LED notification, and large battery, but not for users seeking an excellent camera, for which other options are available.
This review evaluates the POCO X8 Pro, comparing its pricing and specifications against its predecessor, the POCO X7 Pro. It examines upgrades in design, display, processor, battery, and also assesses its camera performance and operating system features.
The POCO X8 Pro delivers exceptional performance for its price, making it a strong contender in the mid-range smartphone market despite some strategic compromises. It boasts a premium metal frame design and a bright AMOLED display with advanced PWM dimming for eye comfort. However, the ultra-wide camera consistently produces low-detail, dark images, especially in dim conditions, and while the main camera is sharp, its color calibration can be overly bright. Heavy gaming sessions like Genshin Impact lead to performance drops after about 15 minutes, with the phone reaching approximately 45 degrees Celsius. If you prioritize raw processing power, a premium build, and fast charging, this phone is highly recommended, especially if purchased with launch promotions. If robust camera performance, particularly from the ultra-wide lens, is a primary concern, you should explore alternative devices.
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The POCO X7 Pro was priced at Rp4.999.000 for 12GB RAM/512GB storage. The new POCO X8 Pro has the same Rp4.999.000 price but offers only 8GB RAM/256GB storage, a smaller configuration. To get the previous year's RAM and storage, users must pay an additional Rp800.000.
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The POCO X8 Pro now features a metal frame, replacing plastic, which provides a more solid, premium, and cool-to-the-touch feel. The reviewer expresses satisfaction with this upgrade.
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The phone has stereo speakers that offer good sound, loud volume, richness, good detail, clarity, and decent bass. The reviewer considers it one of the best speakers in the mid-range price segment.
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The POCO X8 Pro is water resistant, being safe if it falls into water and also able to withstand high-pressure hot water sprays.
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A new feature on the POCO X8 Pro is an RGB LED light ring around the camera module that functions as a notification LED. It activates for incoming calls, new notifications, music playback, camera timer indication, and battery charging status (yellow below 50%, green above 50%).
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The screen size has been reduced from 6.67 inches to 6.59 inches, making the phone slightly more compact and fitting better in the hand.
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The display's peak brightness and HBM are higher than the X7 Pro. PWM dimming has also increased to 3840 Hz, which enhances eye comfort, especially at lower brightness levels. The display remains AMOLED with 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.
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The POCO X8 Pro features the new Dimensity 8500-Ultra processor, which is stated to be 10% faster than the Dimensity 8400 in the previous X7 Pro. Storage type has also been upgraded from UFS 4.0 to UFS 4.1.
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The phone runs Mobile Legends: Bang Bang smoothly at 120 FPS without lag or frame drops. The temperature remained cool, below 40 degrees Celsius, even after playing multiple games.
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When playing Genshin Impact on the highest settings with ultimate HP mode and Wild Boost active, the phone could not consistently maintain 60 FPS. It was smooth for the first 10 minutes but began to drop to 45-60 FPS after about 15 minutes, with the temperature reaching around 45 degrees Celsius.
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The battery capacity has increased to 6500 mAh, a 500 mAh increase from the X7 Pro, which is noteworthy given the smaller body size.
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Using the 100W charger, the phone charges to 37% in 15 minutes, 66% in 30 minutes, and reaches full charge in 48 minutes.
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The main 50MP camera with OIS produces sharp details and slightly bright, yellowish colors. It performs well, even in low light, making for generally safe and clear photos.
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The 8MP ultrawide camera performs poorly, producing darker images and losing detail significantly in dim conditions. Even in bright environments, details are lost, making its quality comparable to a 'dashcam' or mere 'evidence collector'.
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The HyperOS still includes advertisements, appearing when changing wallpapers, activating global search (showing app recommendations with 'Ads' labels), and when changing themes or in Xiaomi's default apps.
The POCO X8 Pro maintains the Rp4.999.000 price point, but for this price, you get 8GB RAM/256GB storage, a decrease from the X7 Pro's 12GB/512GB at the same price. To get the previous year's specs, you need to pay an additional Rp800.000. However, other specs like design and processor have been upgraded, making the value proposition dependent on the specific variant chosen and any available sales promotions.
The POCO X8 Pro has upgraded to a metal frame, replacing plastic, which gives it a more solid, expensive, and cool-to-the-touch feel. The black variant has a minimalist, matte, full-black backdoor with a unique circular LED flash and a simplified camera frame design, contributing to a premium aesthetic.
The screen size has been reduced slightly from 6.67 inches to 6.59 inches, making it more compact and comfortable to hold. It also features higher peak brightness, HBM, and a significantly higher 3840 Hz PWM dimming rate for better eye comfort, especially when using the phone at low brightness. It retains an AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection.
The phone is equipped with the new Dimensity 8500-Ultra processor, which is 10% faster than its predecessor. It handles games like Mobile Legends: Bang Bang at a smooth 120 FPS with cool temperatures (below 40°C). However, for demanding games like Genshin Impact on the highest settings, it cannot consistently maintain 60 FPS, with frame drops occurring after about 15 minutes of play, and temperatures reaching around 45°C.
Despite a slightly smaller body, the battery capacity has increased by 500 mAh to 6500 mAh. Battery life is considered standard, consuming 5% for an hour of YouTube streaming, 8-9% for 30 minutes of MLBB at 120 FPS, and 13% for 30 minutes of Genshin Impact on max settings. The included 100W charger is very fast, reaching 37% in 15 minutes, 66% in 30 minutes, and a full charge in 48 minutes.
The main 50MP camera with OIS delivers sharp details and bright, slightly yellowish colors, performing well and producing generally 'safe' photos even in low light. However, the 8MP ultrawide camera is significantly worse, producing darker images with a complete loss of detail in dim conditions, and even struggling with detail in bright environments. The reviewer describes its quality as comparable to a 'dashcam' and only suitable for 'collecting evidence'.
The HyperOS on the POCO X8 Pro continues to display advertisements. These ads appear in several areas, including when changing wallpapers, within the global search function (showing recommended apps with 'Ads' labels), and when changing themes or using default Xiaomi applications.
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The GadgetIn channel reviews the POCO X8 Pro, noting its official release in Indonesia. The reviewer highlights that while the price remains the same as the X7 Pro, the base RAM and storage have been reduced. Key upgrades include a metal frame design, an improved, more compact display, and a 10% faster Dimensity 8500-Ultra processor. The review also covers battery life, 100W fast charging, and the main camera's sharp detail, but criticizes the poor ultrawide camera and the presence of ads in HyperOS.
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