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Xiaomi Poco M8 Power - Reviews and Specs

Xiaomi Poco M8 Power
The Xiaomi Poco M8 Power combines an 8,000mAh battery, a 120Hz AMOLED display, and practical connectivity at a competitive price. Reviews praise its endurance and everyday usability while noting modest performance, basic cameras, and an imperfect software experience.

Pros

+ Exceptional battery life
+ Large 120Hz AMOLED display
+ Reliable everyday performance
+ Long-term software support
+ Expandable microSD storage

Cons

- Modest gaming performance
- Basic camera system
- Cluttered software experience
- Heavy 225-gram design

The Xiaomi Poco M8 Power is an affordable 5G smartphone focused on endurance and media consumption. Its 8,000mAh battery can support a full day of heavy use and potentially last around 1.5 days. The 6.99-inch AMOLED display offers a 2396 x 1080 resolution and a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, paired with 6GB or 8GB of memory, provides adequate everyday performance but limited gaming power. The phone also includes 128GB of storage, microSD expansion, NFC, dual-SIM support, and Android 16. Reviews award it an average score of about 73%, praising its battery and display while criticizing its cameras, software, and modest performance.

Specifications

Xiaomi Poco M8 Power (Poco M8 Series)
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 8c/8t, 2 x 2.3 GHz ARM Cortex-A78, 6 x 2.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A55, SM4450-AF
Graphics adapter
Memory
6 GB 
, or 8GB
Display
6.99 inch 19.7:9, 2396 x 1080 pixel 376 PPI, Capacitive touchscreen, AMOLED, glossy: yes, 120 Hz
Storage
128GB
Connections
USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 Infrared, Card Reader: microSD, 1 Fingerprint Reader, NFC, Sensors: accelerometer, compass
Networking
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth 5.1, GSM, UMTS, LTE, 5G, Dual SIM
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 8.5 x 169.7 x 79.1 ( = 0.33 x 6.68 x 3.11 in)
Battery
8000 mAh Lithium-Ion
Operating System
Android 16
Camera
Primary Camera: 50 MPix
Secondary Camera: 8 MPix
Additional features
Keyboard: Virtual keyboard
Weight
225 g ( = 7.94 oz / 0.5 pounds)

 

Price comparison

Average Score: 75% - good
Average of 4 scores (from 6 reviews)
price: 80%, performance: 70%, features: - %, display: 80% mobility: 90%, workmanship: 70%, ergonomy: - %, emissions: - %

Reviews for the Xiaomi Poco M8 Power

70% Poco M8 Power review: A mammoth battery under Rs 25,000
Source: Tech2.in.com English
At Rs 24,999, the Poco M8 Power makes a clear trade-off: it prioritises battery life and display quality over camera performance and a cleaner software experience. The 8,000mAh battery comfortably handles a full day of heavy use and can stretch to around 1.5 days.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/15/2026
Rating: Total score: 70%
80% Poco M8 Power Review: When 8,000mAh Battery Becomes the Whole Pitch
Source: NDTV Gadgets English
The M8 Power makes a lot more sense once you look at what Poco is trying to do with it. The battery is obviously the big selling point, but I think the display deserves just as much attention. It is a good combination for anyone who spends a lot of time watching content or just wants a phone they can use without reaching for a charger. The trade-offs are pretty clear, though.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/15/2026
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 70% display: 80% mobility: 90% workmanship: 70%
75% Poco M8 Power Review: Big Battery, Bigger Display, Solid Value
Source: Tech Girl English
The Poco M8 Power gets the essentials right with a lovely AMOLED display and a massive battery that just won't quit. Long-term software support and solid everyday performance round out the package well.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/25/2026
Rating: Total score: 75%
75% Poco M8 Power review: Big screen and long-lasting battery at a decent price
Source: India Today English
So where does the Poco M8 Power stand in today’s smartphone market? For an average user, the M8 Power gets plenty right. You get a massive screen that can be ideal for watching shows, and the battery life is impressive too. The performance may not be the best out there, but it is ample enough to handle your day-to-day use.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/04/2026
Rating: Total score: 75%
POCO M8 Power first impressions: all the power you need
Source: 91mobiles English
POCO built the M8 Power around endurance and practicality. The handset packs a huge 8,000mAh battery, a tall OLED display, and a modest Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset inside a bold, recognisable design. The camera setup is simple, and the specifications are a little more controlled to keep costs in check.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/31/2026

Foreign Reviews

Đánh giá POCO M8 Power: Pin 8.000 mAh, màn hình AMOLED 120 Hz và chip Snapdragon 4 Gen 4
Source: FPT shop VN→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/18/2026

Comment

Qualcomm Adreno 613: Graphics chip for smartphones and tablets, integrated in the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC. Although it is the successor to the Adreno 619 in the SD 4 Gen 1, its performance is significantly lower in the entry-level class.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


SD 4 Gen 4: An entry-level SoC with 8 Kryo cores (two ARM Cortex-A78-based cores running up to 2.3 GHz and 6 ARM Cortex-A55 cores running up to 2 GHz) and a 5G modem. It is manufactured using a 4nm process.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


 

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