Since entering the premium smartphone market with their recent F8 Series, POCO has advanced into the next chapter of their evolution with the POCO M8 and M8 5G, bringing flagship-inspired 5G entertainment features into the mid-range segment.
POCO M8 Pro 5G
Leading the POCO M8 Series is the M8 Pro 5G which takes an entertainment-first approach with major upgrades across battery, display, speakers, and camera system. Built with a streamlined design, smooth quad-curved edges and a floating deco, the phone is 8.31mm-thin with a 205.9g body to make it a comfortably portable device that can be used with just one hand.
Combining Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 to enhance drop resistance, its durability also extends to its IP66, IP68, IP69 and IP69K dust and water resistance ratings, as well as Wet Touch Technology 2.0 for a smooth, responsive touch operation even in wet conditions.
The 6.83-inch 1.5K CrystalRes Flow AMOLED display helps it to deliver ultra-clear visuals that is enhanced by advanced luminous materials and a Sunlight display 4.0 to ensure clear, comfortable viewing even in direct sunlight.
In addition to the Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support, the M8 Pro 5G also features dual 1115F speakers that deliver rich, balanced 3D sound, enhanced by Dual Gold Hi-Res Audio and Dolby Atmos with a 400% volume boost so that you get clear, powerful audio even when you are outdoors.
Powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 Mobile Platform, you’ll get an increase of 66% in performance to deliver faster app launches, smoother multitasking and more stable gaming.
The POCO M8 Pro 5G also debuts the POCO IceLoop Cooling System with real liquid cooling to improve heat dissipation to sustain peak performance during extended gaming and intensive use.
With the M8 Pro 5G, you’ll get a smarter camera experience, thanks to the fully upgraded 50MP Light Fusion 800 main camera and flagship-level OIS that increases light intake for sharper, more vibrant photos and stable shots.
The upgraded 32MP front camera delivers high-quality video calls too, while the Ultra-Clear Portrait Algorithm assists with sharper, more natural-looking selfies. You can unlock new creative possibilities as well, using the device’s intuitive AI tools for photo edits.
Together with the flagship-level 6,500mAh silicon-carbon battery and up to a 6-year lifespan for reliable, long-lasting power, the POCO M8 Pro 5G is built for uninterrupted entertainment on-the-go.
The POCO M8 Pro 5G is priced from $389 and is available online at mi.com, as well as on Shopee and Lazada.
POCO M8 5G
Take portability to the extreme with the POCO M8 5G — the thinnest smartphone yet in the POCO M Series. Featuring an expansive 6.77-inch Flow AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, the device delivers an immersive experience for streaming, gaming, and strolling through your favourite content.
Offering peak brightness of 3,200 nits and upgraded luminous materials, the M8 5G’s 6.77-inch display stays clear even under direct sunlight, and even offers TÜV Rheinland eye care standards to minimise eye fatigue so that you continue to get comfortable viewing during long entertainment sessions.
Complementing the visual experience, the device comes with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio certified dual speakers to deliver a rich, immersive sound, and a 300% volume boost so that you can enjoy powerful, clear audio when you’re streaming live content, watching your movies, or sharing music with friends.
Engineered to endure, the M8 5G has an IP66 dust and water resistance rating which makes it resilient against spills, splashes, and dust exposure, as well as a built-in Wet Touch Technology 2.0 to keep it touch responsive even in wet conditions.
Powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 Mobile Platform, the device offers advanced AI features such as Google Gemini, Circle to Search with Google, and other intelligent tools to help make your everyday productivity effortless.
Built with a 50MP Light Fusion 400 main camera and an upgraded 20MP selfie camera, you get an enhanced imaging experience with the POCO M8 5G. The large sensor size helps to boost the quality and clarity of low-light shots, while ensuring you get crisp, detailed footage when you video record at 4k, 30fps.
Similar to the AI-powered features of the M8 Pro 5G, you’ll have AI image editing tools such as AI Beautify, AI Remove Reflection, and AI Sky at your creative fingertips.
