Poco has officially shaken up the budget segment with the launch of its Poco M8 5G series in India. Debuting on January 8, 2026, the device went on its first sale via Flipkart on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, featuring an aggressive “12-hour introductory price” that brought the cost down significantly for early buyers.
The series includes the Poco M8 5G (launched in India) and the higher-end Poco M8 Pro 5G (launched globally), both emphasizing ultra-slim designs and long-term software commitments.
Poco M8 5G: Price & Variants in India
The M8 5G is being marketed as the “slimmest Poco phone yet” at just 7.35mm.
| Variant | MRP | Launch Offer Price (First 12 Hours) |
| 6GB + 128GB | ₹18,999 | ₹15,999 |
| 8GB + 128GB | ₹19,999 | ₹16,999 |
| 8GB + 256GB | ₹21,999 | ₹18,999 |
Note: Launch prices include a ₹2,000 instant bank discount (ICICI, HDFC, SBI) and a ₹1,000 base discount.
Key Specifications
1. Performance & Software
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Processor: Powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4nm), offering a smooth 860,000+ AnTuTu score.
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Software Longevity: In a first for this segment, Poco has promised 4 years of Android OS updates and 6 years of security patches, potentially keeping the phone current until 2032. It ships with HyperOS 2.0 (Android 15).
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AI Features: Includes “Circle to Search” with Google and Gemini Live integration.
2. Display & Design
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Screen: 6.77-inch 3D Curved AMOLED with a 120Hz refresh rate and a massive 3,200 nits peak brightness.
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Build: Features IP66 dust and water resistance and “SGS 5-Star Drop Resistance.”
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Colors: Available in Glacial Blue, Carbon Black, and Frost Silver.
3. Camera & Battery
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Main Camera: 50MP Light Fusion 400 sensor with 4K video support, paired with a 2MP depth sensor.
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Selfie: A significantly upgraded 20MP front camera.
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Battery: 5,520mAh silicon-carbon battery with 45W Turbo Charging and 18W Reverse Wired Charging (to juice up other gadgets).
Poco M8 Pro 5G (Global Highlights)
While the standard M8 leads the Indian market, the M8 Pro was unveiled globally for roughly $279 (~₹23,500).
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Battery: A massive 6,500mAh pack with 100W Hyper Charging.
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Processor: Upgraded to the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4.
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Camera: 50MP Light Fusion 800 sensor with OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide lens.
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Display: Slightly larger 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED with Gorilla Glass Victus 2.
Would you like me to generate an image of the Poco M8 5G in its “Glacial Blue” curved design, or should I compare it with the Redmi Note 15 5G?