Written By: Divya | By: Divya | Published: Mar 17, 2026, 08:38 PM (IST)
Poco X8 Pro Max goes premium this time: Is the price justified?
The Poco X8 Pro Max shifts towards a more premium segment with a 9,000mAh battery and stronger specs, but the higher price changes the usual Poco value equation. Who should consider it?
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Not The Usual Poco Pricing
Poco has launched the two new smartphones - the X8 Pro and the higher-end Poco X8 Pro Max, which starts at Rs 42,999, which is higher than what Poco buyers usually expect from the brand’s value-focused lineup.
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The Biggest Highlight - Battery
The phone packs a massive 9,000mAh battery, which is one of the largest in this segment and focuses on long usage without frequent charging.
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Fast charging
Despite the large battery, it supports 100W wired charging along with 27W reverse charging for accessories and other devices.
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Performance Setup
The device runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s chipset, paired with 12GB RAM and up to 512GB UFS 4.1 storage.
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Display And Build
It features a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3,500 nits brightness, along with Gorilla Glass 7i protection.
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Camera Setup
The phone offers a 50MP main camera with an 8MP ultra-wide lens, while selfies are handled by a 20MP front camera.
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Software And Durability
Running on HyperOS 3.0 (Android 16), Poco promises 4 years of OS updates and 6 years of security updates, along with IP68-level protection.
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Who should consider it
If battery life is your top priority, gaming is your day-to-day routine, and you’re okay spending more than typical Poco pricing, this phone makes sense. For strict value buyers, it may feel expensive.