<Xiaomi> POCO F8 Pro — Flagship featuring Snapdragon 8 Elite and Bose sound, available from approximately 75,000 yen
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This time, I will introduce the POCO F8 Pro, which was just released on January 22, 2026.
Equipped with the latest 3nm generation "Snapdragon 8 Elite," it records an AnTuTu score of over 3.28 million, making it a cost-performance monster that can be purchased for under 75,000 yen at the early-bird price. Furthermore, this model adds stereo speakers supervised by "Sound by Bose" and a 60mm equivalent telephoto camera, marking a significant evolution from the previous model, the POCO F7 Pro.
Xiaomi POCO F8 Pro
POCO F8 Pro is the flagship smartphone of the POCO brand, based on the concept of "UltraPower Ascended."
It features an impressive, sophisticated integrated glass back design and is available in three colors: Black, Titanium Silver, and Blue. Compared to the previous model, the display size has been slightly reduced from 6.67 inches to 6.59 inches, and the weight has been reduced from 206g to 199g. It seems to be finished with the goal of balancing ease of holding with high-end performance.
Specs
Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm manufacturing process, up to 4.32GHz)
Memory: 12GB LPDDR5X (9600Mbps)
Storage: 256GB / 512GB (UFS 4.1)
Display: 6.59-inch POCO HyperRGB AMOLED, 2510×1156, up to 120Hz, up to 3500nits
Battery: 6210mAh, supports 100W fast charging (full charge in about 37 minutes)
Rear Camera: 50MP (main, with OIS) + 50MP (telephoto 60mm) + 8MP (ultra-wide)
Front Camera: 20MP
Size: approx. 157.49 × 75.25 × 8.0 mm
Weight: approx. 199g
Dust and water resistance: IP68
NFC: Supported
OS: Xiaomi HyperOS 3 based on Android 16
Colors: Black, Titanium Silver, Blue
🟢 Comparison between POCO F8 Pro and 🔷 POCO F7 Pro
The highlight of this model is the generational shift of the processor from Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 to Snapdragon 8 Elite. With the 3nm process, CPU performance is said to have improved by approximately 45% while power consumption has been reduced by about 52%, which suggests promising stability and thermal management during gameplay.
The camera configuration has also changed significantly. While the F7 Pro featured a dual-camera setup with a 50MP main and 8MP ultra-wide lens, the F8 Pro now includes a 50MP telephoto lens (60mm equivalent) in a triple-camera system. This should make portrait photography and capturing distant subjects much easier. Charging speed has also been boosted from 90W to 100W, and the battery capacity has increased from 6000mAh to 6210mAh. Furthermore, it features symmetrical stereo speakers supervised by Bose, which should enhance immersion for video viewing and gaming.
On the other hand, the display resolution has been reduced from the 3200×1440 (2K) of the F7 Pro to 2510×1156 on the F8 Pro. However, the adoption of the POCO HyperRGB panel reportedly achieves sharpness equivalent to 2K while reducing power consumption by over 22%. This is a point I would like to verify with the actual device.
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\text{Item} & \text{🟢 POCO F8 Pro} & \text{🔷 POCO F7 Pro} \\
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\text{SoC} & \text{Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm)} & \text{Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm)} \\
\text{Size} & \text{157.49×75.25×8.0 mm} & \text{160.26×74.95×8.12 mm} \\
\text{Weight} & \text{199g} & \text{206g} \\
\text{Display} & \text{6.59-inch HyperRGB AMOLED} & \text{6.67-inch 2K AMOLED} \\
\text{Peak Brightness} & \text{3500nits} & \text{3200nits} \\
\text{Telephoto Camera} & \text{50MP (60mm equivalent)} & \text{—} \\
\text{Battery} & \text{6210mAh / 100W charging} & \text{6000mAh / 90W charging} \\
\text{Water/Dust Resistance} & \text{IP68} & \text{—} \\
\text{Audio} & \text{Sound by Bose} & \text{Stereo speakers} \\
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\end{array}
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Recommended Points
✅ Overwhelming performance with Snapdragon 8 Elite
Equipped with the latest 3nm generation SoC, the AnTuTu score exceeds 3.28 million. It is said that even in demanding 3D games, it maintains a stable frame rate while significantly reducing power consumption. You can expect good battery life even during long gaming sessions.
✅ Immersive acoustic experience with sound supervised by Bose
Features "Sound by Bose," tuned jointly by POCO and Bose. With a symmetrical dual-speaker configuration, it delivers both rich bass and clear vocals. Watching movies, playing games, and listening to music should be more enjoyable.
✅ Authentic portrait photography with a 60mm telephoto camera
F8 Pro features a newly added 50MP telephoto camera with a 60mm equivalent focal length. With an ideal angle of view for portraits, it should be easier to take photos that utilize background blur. It also supports 5x in-sensor zoom.
✅ 6210mAh large-capacity battery × 100W fast charging
Despite housing a 6000mAh-class large-capacity battery, it can be fully charged in about 37 minutes with 100W fast charging. You can charge it quickly while getting ready in the morning, so you won't have to worry about battery levels. It is said to maintain over 80% capacity even after 1600 charging cycles.
✅ Peace of mind with IP68 dust and water resistance
This model adds IP68 dust and water resistance. It has been verified to be water-resistant for up to 30 minutes at a depth of 1.5m, so you can rest easy even in sudden rain or when using it around water. It should reduce worries in daily use.
✅ Efficient cooling with the 3D triple-layer IceLoop system
Thanks to an innovative cooling system, thermal conductivity has improved by 40% compared to the previous model. Designed to minimize heat transfer to the hands even under high loads, it should remain comfortable to use during long gaming sessions.
✅ POCO HyperRGB display achieves both power efficiency and high image quality
POCO's proprietary display technology using a full RGB sub-pixel structure.
It achieves sharp 2K-equivalent image quality while reducing power consumption by over 22% compared to the previous model. The high brightness of 3500 nits, which is easy to see even outdoors, is also attractive.
✅ Unlock quickly with the ultrasonic fingerprint sensor
Equipped with a new fingerprint registration feature using a press-and-slide method, reducing registration time by 83%.
It supports unlocking even with wet hands, so it can be used stress-free in various daily scenarios.
Recommended for the following people
Those who want to get a smartphone equipped with the latest high-end SoC at a good value
Those who want to play heavy games like Genshin Impact or Star Rail comfortably
Those who want to enjoy portrait photography on their smartphone
Those who prioritize high-quality speakers for watching videos and playing music
Those who want both a large-capacity battery and fast charging
Those looking for a waterproof smartphone
Those who want a lightweight and compact high-end model
Those who want to try the latest flagship in the POCO series
Conversely, it may not be suitable for those who are particular about a 2K resolution display or those who need Osaifu-Keitai (FeliCa).
Release Information
Release Date: January 22, 2026
Price: 89,980 yen (12GB/256GB), 99,980 yen (12GB/512GB)
Conclusion
POCO F8 Pro is truly the best value flagship smartphone, featuring the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite while being available for under 75,000 yen at the early-bird price. With many points that have steadily evolved from the previous model, such as Bose-supervised sound, the addition of a 60mm telephoto camera, and IP68 waterproof support, it is likely to be the perfect device for those who want to experience a high-end smartphone at an affordable price.
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