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    Poco M8 5G

    Marvin BarrozoBy Updated:No Comments1 Min Read
    POCO M8 5G smartphone shown from front and back against a black background. The rear features a silver finish with a quad-camera module in a circular silver housing, 'POCO' branding vertically aligned, and textured side panels. The front displays a curved screen with a dynamic yellow and gray geometric wallpaper and a centered punch-hole camera.
    Poco M8 5G

    Launch

    Launch DateJanuary 8, 2026
    Release DateJanuary 8, 2026
    Promo Sale: January 8 to January 19, 2026

    Network

    2GGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
    3GGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
    4G1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41
    5GSA/NSA 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78
    Speed2G / 3G / HSPA+ / 4G / LTE / 5G
    SIMDual Nano SIM

    Body

    Dimensions162.1 x 76.4 x 6.99mm
    Weight178g
    BuildGlass, Metal Frame
    ColoursBlack, Glacier Blue
    IP RatingIP65, IP66 rating water and dust resistant
    DurabilityMIL-STD 810H certified shock proof

    Display

    Screen TypeFlow AMOLED
    Screen Size6.77 inches
    Screen ResolutionFull HD+ 2392 x 1080
    PPI447 ppi
    Refreshrate120Hz
    Touch Sampling Rate480Hz up to 2560Hz
    Glass ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 7i
    Display Features3840 PWM dimming | 16,000-level bightness adjustment, Dolby Vision, HDR10+
    CertificationsTÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification (Hardware solution) | TÜV Rheinland Circadian Friendly Certification | TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification

    Platform

    ChipsetSnapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4nm)
    CPUOcta-core processor, up to 2.4GHz
    GPUAdreno 710
    OSAndroid 15, HyperOS 2
    4 years OS upgrades and 6 years security updates
    Antutu Benchmark Score666,148 points

    Memory

    RAM8GB, 12GB LPDDR4X
    ROM256GB, 512GB, UFS 2.2
    SDSupport microSD up to 1TB

    Back Camera

    Main camera50MP Light Fusion 400, 1/2.88″1.22μm, 4in1 Super Pixel5P lens, f/1.8
    Depth sensor2MP
    TelephotoNot supported
    LED flashYes
    Video4K at 30fps, 1080p at 30fps

    Front Camera

    Single20MP front camera 1/4″ sensor size, f/2.24P lens
    LED FlashYes
    Video1080p at 30fps

    Battery

    Type5,520mAh
    Charging45W Turbo charging, 18W reverse charging

    Sensors

    FingerprintIn-display fingerprint sensor
    Face unlocksupported
    Ambientsupported
    Lightsupported
    Gravitysupported
    Gyroscopesupported
    Proximitysupported

    Connectivity

    WLANWIFI 5, 2.4GHz and 5GHz, 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2 × 2 MIMO
    BluetoothBluetooth 5.1
    NFCYes Supported
    GPSL1 | GLONASS: G1 | BDS: B1I+B1C | Galileo E1
    USBUSB Type-C, USB 2.0, OTG
    IR BlasterYes supported
    Audio JackUSB-C ear jack
    Network ChipSnapdragon X62 5G modem

    MISC

    Phone Model25118PC98G
    SpeakerStereo Speaker, Dolby Atmos, 300% volume
    Cooling SystemPOCO IceLoop Cooling System
    Haptic MotorX-axis linear motor
    Ai FeaturesXiaomi HyperAI
    Price at launched8GB/256GB: PHP 12,999 (Early bird PHP 10,499)
    8GB/512GB: PHP 14,999 (Early bird PHP 12,329)
    Official Stores Onlinea small icon png of lazada online market Lazada Philippines
    An icon png of shopee online market Shopee Philippines
    Other: Aliexpress, Tiktok

    Pros

    • Display: 6.77-inch curved AMOLED FHD+ screen with 120Hz refresh rate, 3200 nits peak brightness, and TÜV certifications for eye protection, offering vibrant visuals and smooth operation.
    • Performance: Powered by the 4nm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset, paired with 8GB RAM (expandable via virtual RAM) and up to 512GB storage (expandable to 2TB), delivering solid mid-range performance.
    • Battery: 5520mAh silicon-carbon battery with 45W fast charging (50% in 25 mins) and 18W reverse charging, plus 5-year battery durability certification.
    • Durability: IP66 dust/water resistance, SGS mil-std-810 certification (drop-resistant up to 1.7m), and scratch-resistant glass front.
    • Connectivity: Supports 5G, NFC, infrared, and dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos.
    • Price: Competitive pricing in the Philippines, with promo rates starting at ₱10,499 for the 8GB+256GB variant.
    • Software: 4 years OS upgrades and 6 years security patches

    Cons

    • Camera: The secondary 2MP rear sensor is basic (no ultra-wide or macro capabilities), and low-light performance may be limited despite AI features.
    • Build: Rear panel is plastic, which feels less premium than glass alternatives, and glossy accents attract fingerprints.
    • Connectivity: Only Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 b/g/n/ac) is supported, missing the faster Wi-Fi 6 standard.
    • No FM Radio: Unlike some budget models, it does not include an FM radio tuner.

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    Hi, I'm marvin and I'm a guitar enthusiast and a tech lover. I enjoy playing music, watching movies, and exploring new technologies in my spare time. I'm an introvert who likes being alone and expressing myself through my creative hobbies. I work as a self-employed person and I’m passionate about writing.

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