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Xiaomi Poco M8x - Reviews and Specs

Xiaomi Poco M8x
The Xiaomi Poco M8x is a budget 5G smartphone distinguished by its 7,900 mAh battery, large 120 Hz display, and Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 processor. Reviews praise its endurance and everyday reliability while noting performance and hardware compromises.

Pros

+ Exceptional battery life
+ Affordable starting price
+ Smooth 120 Hz display
+ Attractive leather design
+ Capable daylight cameras

Cons

- Low-resolution display
- Entry-level performance
- Heavy 232-gram body
- Limited memory options
- Significant budget compromises

The Xiaomi Poco M8x is a budget 5G smartphone focused primarily on battery endurance. Its 7,900 mAh battery can reportedly provide up to two days of intensive use. The phone combines a Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 processor with 4 GB or 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. Its 6.9-inch IPS display offers a 120 Hz refresh rate but a modest 1600 × 720 resolution. Other features include Android 16, a 50 MP primary camera, microSD support, dual SIM connectivity, and a headphone jack. Reviews praise its battery, design, speakers, and daylight photography, while its 73.5% average rating reflects notable budget-oriented compromises.

Specifications

Xiaomi Poco M8x (Poco M8 Series)
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 8c/8t, 2 x 2.4 GHz ARM Cortex-A78, 6 x 2.0 GHz ARM Cortex-A55, SM4850
Graphics adapter
Memory
4 GB 
, or 6GB
Display
6.90 inch 20:9, 1600 x 720 pixel 254 PPI, Capacitive touchscreen, IPS, glossy: yes, 120 Hz
Storage
128GB
Connections
USB-C Power Delivery (PD), Audio Connections: 3.5 mm, Card Reader: microSD, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Sensors: accelerometer, proximity, compass
Networking
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5.1, GSM, UMTS, LTE, 5G, Dual SIM, GPS
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 8.8 x 170.1 x 78.4 ( = 0.35 x 6.7 x 3.09 in)
Battery
7900 mAh
Operating System
Android 16
Camera
Primary Camera: 50 MPix
Secondary Camera: 8 MPix
Additional features
Keyboard: Virtual keyboard
Weight
232 g ( = 8.18 oz / 0.51 pounds)

 

Price comparison

Average Score: 76.33% - good
Average of 3 scores (from 5 reviews)
price: 80%, performance: 76%, features: - %, display: 62% mobility: 91%, workmanship: 83%, ergonomy: - %, emissions: - %

Reviews for the Xiaomi Poco M8x

82% POCO M8x review: longevity at its core
Source: 91mobiles English
The POCO M8x makes a statement with its humongous display. Even though the LCD panel is limited to 720p resolution, the large screen still gives you more real estate, something many people may prefer for watching content daily. The stereo speakers are a cherry on top, since competing phones like the iQOO Z11 Lite and Realme P4R do not have them.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/21/2026
Rating: Total score: 82% performance: 87% display: 74% mobility: 82% workmanship: 80%
67% POCO M8x Review: A Sign of Changing Times
Source: Exhibit.tech English
The POCO M8x 5G is the perfect, unvarnished embodiment of the smartphone landscape of today. It proves that in 2026, the era of the flawless, cheap all-rounder is dead. You either need to choose severe compromises or increase the prices dramatically. Long story short, the POCO M8x is meant for those who prioritise battery life above anything else.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/07/2026
Rating: Total score: 67% performance: 60% display: 50% mobility: 100% workmanship: 70%
Xiaomi Poco M8x Overview, Pros and Cons
Source: OI Spice Tech News English
The Xiaomi Poco M8x is made for people who need a phone that lasts a long time. It was announced in August 2026 and is already available to buy. The best thing about this phone is its very big 7900 mAh battery. This battery can last for two full days on one charge, even if you use your phone a lot.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/06/2026
80% Poco M8x Review: Reliable daily driver with battery superpowers and a budget price tag
Source: Tech PP English
For its starting price of Rs. 20,999, the Poco M8x is a pretty budget smartphone. It mainly shines in two areas: design (Green Leather variant) and battery. It also does well in other departments, and we can see many people liking its large display, good speakers, and main and selfie cameras (in good light conditions).
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/01/2026
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% workmanship: 100%

Foreign Reviews

Đánh giá POCO M8x 5G: Thiết kế da vegan nổi bật, pin 7.900 mAh và chip Snapdragon 4 Gen 5
Source: FPT shop VN→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/18/2026

Comment

Qualcomm Adreno 629: A graphics chip for smartphones and tablets, integrated into the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 SoC. According to Qualcomm, it is 77% faster than the previous Adreno 613 in the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4.

Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

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


SD 4 Gen 5: An entry-level SoC with 8 Kryo cores (two ARM Cortex-A78-based cores running up to 2.4 GHz and 6 ARM Cortex-A55 cores running up to 2 GHz) and a 5G modem. It is manufactured using TSMC’s 4nm process.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


 

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