Poco F8 Pro: Is it really a good deal?

The Poco F8 Pro scores highly in reviews thanks to its high performance, huge 6,210 mAh battery, super-fast charging at up to 100 watts, IP68 certification and good speakers optimised by Bose. The camera has also been significantly upgraded with a dedicated zoom and already boasts flagship-level specs on paper.

However, a few compromises have to be made in view of the RRP. For example, the new telephoto lens does not feature OIS, and the ultra-wide angle delivers rather mediocre image quality. Wi-Fi 7 is on board, but without the 6 GHz band, wireless charging is missing, and only USB 2.0 is used.

Looking at Xiaomi's in-house competition, two products in this price range immediately stand out: the Xiaomi 15T and the Xiaomi 15. The former is also quite new and has a better camera setup, but in return also has a smaller battery and a weaker SoC. The current flagship Xiaomi 15 also has better camera equipment and a smaller battery, but without compromising on performance. Thanks to the LTPO panel, the 15 has hardly any shorter battery life despite its smaller battery. The Galaxy S25 is now also a strong competitor, but it falls short in terms of battery life in particular.

The Poco F8 Pro is therefore quite competitive. Sure, a few compromises have to be made, but in terms of battery life and speakers, it's at the top of its class and offers well-balanced features overall, especially since its price has already dropped significantly.