POCO X8 Pro, 3 models on promotion at €309.90: nearly flagship hardware and monstrous battery at a shocking price
There are smartphones that focus entirely on design, others on the camera, and still others on branding. The POCO X8 Pro, on the other hand, directly targets the relationship between technical specifications and price, and it does so with a very clear recipe: high-end components, an enormous battery, a brilliant display, and a hardware platform designed for gaming, media consumption, and long-lasting use. At €309.90 for the 8/256 GB configuration, the offer is already excellent; with the 8/512 GB and 12/512 GB models, it becomes even more interesting for those who want more space or a higher performance margin.
Specifications
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POCO X8 Pro, Smartphone 8+256GB
Dimensity 8500-Ultra, 6500mAh (typ) Battery, Ultra-bright AMOLED Display, 50MP Camera with OIS, White, 2 years warranty + 1 extra year, Charger not included
Price: €309.90
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POCO X8 Pro, Smartphone 8+512GB
Dimensity 8500-Ultra, 6500mAh (typ) Battery, Ultra-bright AMOLED Display, 50MP Camera with OIS, White, 2 years warranty + 1 extra year, Charger not included
Price: €339.90
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POCO X8 Pro, Smartphone 12+512GB
Dimensity 8500-Ultra, 6500mAh (typ) Battery, Ultra-bright AMOLED Display, 50MP Camera with OIS, White, 2 years warranty + 1 extra year, Charger not included
Price: €369.90
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This smartphone is based on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra, a 4 nm SoC accompanied by LPDDR5X memory and UFS 4.1 storage up to 512 GB, a combination that practically means quick app launches, fast installations, smooth multitasking, and excellent performance even under load. POCO also pairs it with a 3D Dual-Layer IceLoop cooling system of about 5,300 mm², designed to keep temperatures down during prolonged gaming sessions or intense camera usage and browsing.
One of the reasons this smartphone stands out immediately is its panel: it features a 6.59-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1.5K, a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz, support for HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, 12-bit color depth, and a peak brightness of up to 3,500 nits. In other words, it's not just a fast display, but also a high-end screen in terms of color reproduction, outdoor readability, and video quality.
The technical specifications continue with a 6,500 mAh silicon-carbon battery, one of the real selling points of the product. This capacity is above average for the segment and is accompanied by 100 W HyperCharge, as well as wired reverse charging up to 27 W, which allows the phone to be used almost like an emergency power bank for other devices. For those spending many hours outside or who want two days of light usage without anxiety, it's a specification that truly changes the daily experience.
The camera setup is not designed to challenge premium camera phones, but on paper, it's more than solid for its range: the main sensor is a 50 MP Sony IMX882 with an f/1.5 aperture and OIS, supported by an 8 MP ultra-wide and a 20 MP front camera. Video recording goes up to 4K at 60 fps, while the presence of OIS aids in night shots as well as stability in handheld recordings.
The build quality is also well thought out: the POCO X8 Pro is rated with IP66 and IP68 certifications against water and dust, features Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection, has a thickness of around 8.38 mm, and weighs about 201-204 grams depending on commercial sources and configurations. Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 6.0, and NFC, while the software is based on Xiaomi HyperOS 3.
In detail, the POCO X8 Pro 8/256 GB is the most notable one because it offers a hardware base that is more than sufficient for the vast majority of users for just over €300. It’s the right configuration for those using social media, streaming, photography, browsing, chatting, a bit of gaming, and who primarily want to maximize the relationship between spending and performance.
In conclusion, the value of the offer lies precisely here: POCO X8 Pro does not attempt to appear premium only through marketing, but brings together a truly aggressive package with an ultra-bright AMOLED display, great battery life, lightning-fast charging, modern memory, and a decent camera platform with OIS. In this price range, especially for the €309.90 configuration, it is one of those smartphones that forces all competitors to chase.