The new POCO X8s, a smartphone from this Xiaomi sub-brand with comprehensive hardware, is now officially available worldwide. It stands out for its compact, high-resolution AMOLED display with a high refresh rate.
Powering the device is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 octa-core SoC. This processor delivers ample power for any app or game, scoring 1,300,000 points on AnTuTu 11, putting it on par with high-end models from a few years ago. In terms of memory, it features 8 or 12 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and for storage options, there are versions with 256 or 512 GB of high-speed UFS 2.2 storage.
The POCO X8s features a 6.35-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2,656 × 1,220 pixels, a maximum brightness of 5,000 nits, and a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz. The front-facing camera is 50 MP, and on the back, there’s a 50 MP OIS Light Fusion 800 camera, a 50 MP telephoto lens, and an 8 MP wide-angle lens.
It also features a USB Type-C 3.2 Gen1 port, an IR sensor, Wi-Fi 6E, NFC, Bluetooth 5.4, 5-in-1 GPS, and a 5G modem with dual SIM support. The battery has a capacity of 6,330 mAh with 100 W fast charging, and for audio, it features two Dolby Atmos-compatible speakers and two microphones. It runs Android 17 with the HyperOS 3 UI, which includes multiple AI tools.
Price and Availability
- The new POCO X8s will soon be available in the official Xiaomi store and on Amazon starting at €429.90 with free shipping.
