The upcoming Poco F8 Pro 5G is ready to shake up the smartphone market once again. Known for offering flagship-level specs at mid-range prices, Poco is back with a bang — the F8 Pro aims to deliver blazing performance, exceptional display quality, and powerful cameras, all under an affordable tag.
Poco F8 Pro 5G
Design and Display
The Poco F8 Pro 5G will feature a 6.73-inch WQHD+ AMOLED display with 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate and Dolby Vision support, offering crystal-clear visuals and deep contrast. The device will sport a sleek glass back design with a metal frame, giving it a premium flagship look. The fingerprint sensor is expected to be under-display, while the display will have Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection for durability.
Performance and Processor
Under the hood, the Poco F8 Pro 5G will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, built on
a 4 nm process, ensuring lightning-fast speed and excellent power efficiency. It will come with 12 GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512 GB UFS 4.0 storage, delivering a seamless experience for gaming, multitasking, and content creation. The phone will run on MIUI 15 for Poco (based on Android 15), with optimized animations and bloatware-free experience.
Camera Setup
Poco is focusing heavily on camera quality this year. The F8 Pro 5G will feature a 200 MP Samsung HP3 main sensor with OIS, a 13 MP ultra-wide, and an 8 MP telephoto lens with 3x zoom. The 32 MP front camera will support 4K video recording and AI-enhanced portrait mode. The new Poco AI Image Engine will bring improved night photography, object tracking, and real-time HDR processing.
The Poco F8 Pro 5G will pack a 5500 mAh battery with 120 W HyperCharge technology, capable of charging the device fully in just 18 minutes. Despite the fast charging, Poco has improved heat management through its new LiquidCool Vapor Chamber 4.0 system, ensuring stable performance during heavy gaming sessions.
Connectivity and Other Features
It will support 5G SA/NSA, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, IR blaster, and stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos. Poco will also include AI-enhanced cooling control and Game Turbo 3.0 for an optimized gaming experience.
Expected Price and Launch Date in India
The Poco F8 Pro 5G is expected to launch in October 2025. The base model (12 GB + 256 GB) could be priced around ₹44,999, making it one of the most value-for-money flagships of the year. It will directly compete with the iQOO 13, Redmi K80 Pro, and OnePlus 15R.
