The POCO X8 Pro series lead by the POCO X8 Pro Max makes it way to the Philippines, marking the evolution of its X Series into the X Pro Series. With flagship performance, long-lasting endurance, premium design, and an elevated user experience, the POCO X8 Pro Series breaks new ground in performance devices, redefining the limits of next-gen performance flagships.
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Flagship Performance Pushes Speed to the Max
The POCO X8 Pro Max globally debuts as the first smartphone to be powered by the latest Dimensity 9000 series flagship chipset — Dimensity 9500s, achieving an impressive AnTuTu score of 3,085,998. Built on a 3nm process, it features a 4+4 All Big Core CPU design with up to 3.73GHz max clock speed, further enhancing power efficiency. The X8 Pro Max supports LPDDR5X 9600Mbps RAM and UFS 4.1 storage, making everyday operations feel smooth and responsive. Meanwhile, the X8 Pro achieves a 15.8% increase in AnTuTu score compared to its predecessor with the global debut of the Dimensity 8500-Ultra Mobile Platform, delivering a 25% boost in GPU performance and lower power consumption. Moreover, POCO X8 Pro Max and POCO X8 Pro both support hardware-level ray tracing, further enhancing in-game immersion with more realistic lighting and reflections.
Beyond hardware, the POCO X8 Pro Series integrates WildBoost Optimization to further elevate the gaming experience. It intelligently predicts per-frame computing demand within each frame generation cycle, enabling proactive intervention to prevent frame drops. As a result, both the X8 Pro Max and X8 Pro deliver more stable frame rates and lower power consumption even under heavy-load gaming.
Furthermore, WildBoost Optimization supports features including Smart frame rate, 1.5K Super resolution, 24x super resolution touch, and Game HDR, enabling smooth gameplay beyond native frame limits, finer details, smoother swipes, and stunning graphics especially in demanding RPG games.
Completing the flagship performance experience is the LiquidCool Technology. The X8 Pro Max features the POCO 3D IceLoop Cooling System with a large 5,800mm liquid cooling area and a specialized 3D bulge over the chipset, significantly improving thermal efficiency and drastically reducing SoC temperature by up to 3°C. The X8 Pro adopts a 5,300mm POCO 3D Dual-layer IceLoop Cooling System, allowing you to enjoy peak performance during intense gaming or heavy multitasking.
Largest Battery
The POCO X8 Pro Max features the largest battery in POCO’s history with a massive 8,500mAh (typ) battery capacity, delivering 2-day battery life on a single charge. It retains over 80% of its capacity even after 1,600 charge cycles, roughly equivalent to six years of regular use. Alternatively, the X8 Pro houses an upgraded 6,500mAh (typ) silicon-carbon battery, offering durable endurance in a more compact form. 100W HyperCharge and industry-leading 27W reverse charging are featured across the lineup, delivering all-around enhanced charging experiences.
For both devices, Smart charging further enhances user experience by intelligently managing charging speed and power distribution between the system and the battery. It is designed to control device temperature, ensuring a safe, smooth, and stable charging process.
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Enhanced Imaging
Both models feature a 50MP main camera and a 20MP front camera, with the POCO X8 Pro Max using a Light Fusion 600 image sensor and POCO X8 Pro equipped with a Sony IMX882 sensor for the main camera. Together, the X8 Pro Series delivers sharp, vivid shots with stable, high-quality performance across diverse lighting conditions.
For those seeking even more creativity, the POCO X8 Pro Series also supports powerful shooting features such as UltraSnap and Dynamic shots, making fast, clear captures of continuous motion effortless. Seamless conversion between video and live photos is now supported across the lineup, while AI Creativity Assistant simplifies editing and refining image quality.
Brilliant Visuals, Immersive Audio
The POCO X8 Pro Max features a 6.83-inch display, while the X8 Pro is equipped with a 6.59-inch display, both reaching up to 3,500 nits peak brightness across 25% of the screen for excellent outdoor visibility. On the X8 Pro, red luminous material further boosts luminous efficiency by 20% compared to its predecessor. POCO X8 Pro Series also supports 3840Hz PWM dimming and triple TÜV Rheinland eye-care certifications, ensuring both visibility and comfort in various lighting conditions.
Complementing the display, the X8 Pro Max features dual 1115F symmetrical speakers with Hi-Res Audio and Dolby Atmos for natural, authentic, and balanced sound. Personalized volume options cater to different listening scenarios, including a powerful 400% volume boost for open spaces and Nighttime low-volume mode for quiet environments such as bedtime.
Premium Design that’s Built to Last
With a metal frame and fiberglass back, the POCO X8 Pro Max delivers a premium handfeel with an expansive screen. The X8 Pro stands out with ultra-slim bezels and a high screen-to-body ratio, offering a comfortable viewing experience within a compact and portable body. Both models feature racetrack-inspired camera decos integrated with a Dynamic RGB light, offering playful, customizable lighting effects that respond to notifications, charging, gaming, music playback, and camera activity.
Durability marks a core pillar of the lineup, with both models featuring Corning Gorilla Glass 7i and a comprehensive suite of IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K dust and water resistance ratings. Meanwhile, the POCO X8 Pro Max has passed the 5-star SGS Premium Performance Certification, verifying resistance to drops, crushing, and bending.
POCO X8 Pro Iron Man Edition
POCO deepens its collaboration with Marvel with the POCO X8 Pro – Iron Man Edition, returning with unmatched performance in a striking new form. Building on POCO’s fearless brand DNA and its relentless drive to push boundaries, this latest edition marks a new evolution — stronger, sharper, much like this next-gen golden armor.
Inspired by one of Stark Industries’ most powerful and iconic black-and-gold armors, the POCO X8 Pro – Iron Man Edition features a sleek black body accented with shimmering golden streaks, with the flash serving as the Arc Reactor at its center. The full golden armor design stands out, with dazzling details completing the overall look, creating a striking, futuristic impression. Beyond the hardware, a newly customized Iron Man-themed UI extends the black-and-gold aesthetic into every interaction. When the device powers on, Iron Man awakens, delivering an immersive sci-fi experience.
POCO X8 Pro Series Product Availability
The POCO X8 Pro Max will be available in White, Black, and Blue, in 12GB+256GB and 12GB+512GB variants, with prices starting at PHP 18,999.
The POCO X8 Pro will be available in Black, White, and Mint Green, in 8GB+256GB, 8GB+512GB, and 12GB+512GB variants, with an early bird price starting at PHP 15,499.
The POCO X8 Pro – Iron Man Edition will be available in a 12GB+512GB variant for PHP 18,999.
The POCO X8 Pro Series will be available in the Philippines online via Shopee, Lazada and Tiktok Shop nationwide, with an Early Bird Sale beginning March 17-26, 2026. Act now and you’ll even get an additional PHP 500 off voucher!
