Side-by-side technical data
Xiaomi Poco M8 vs Xiaomi Poco X8
Comparison between Xiaomi Poco M8 and Xiaomi Poco X8: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Xiaomi.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Xiaomi Poco X8 is the more complete pick for buyers who prioritize the display, battery, and camera: it beats the Poco M8 in resolution, capacity, and optical image stabilization. The M8 is lighter and offers more storage and Wi-Fi 6E.
Both have 120 Hz AMOLED displays, but the X8 reaches 3,500 nits peak brightness versus 3,200 nits and 447 ppi versus 388 ppi on the M8. Resolution also rises from 1,080 × 2,392 px to 1,280 × 2,772 px. The X8 pairs a 9,000 mAh battery with 67 W charging; the M8 has 5,520 mAh and 45 W charging.
For performance, the X8 combines 12 GB of RAM and UFS 3.1 with the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4; the M8 has 8 GB, UFS 2.2, and the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3. The X8 adds optical image stabilization, while the M8 records rear video in 4K and has a 20 MP front camera versus 16 MP. The M8 weighs 178 g versus 223 g and supports up to 512 GB, compared with 256 GB on the X8; it also includes Wi-Fi 6E.
Xiaomi Poco M8
The Poco M8 is the better buy for buyers who want a lighter phone, Wi-Fi 6E, and up to 512 GB of storage.
Xiaomi Poco X8
The Poco X8 is the better buy for buyers who want a sharper display, a 9,000 mAh battery, and optical image stabilization.
The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | Poco M8 | Poco X8 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 7.9 | 8.1 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.8 | 5.7 |
| Camera | 3.7 | 5.1 |
| Connectivity | 7.1 | 6.4 |
| Battery & charging | 7.1 | 7.3 |
Which one is for you?
Xiaomi Poco M8, if you care about…
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6E
- against Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 512 GB
- against 256 GB
- Weight
- 178 g
- against 223 g
- Body Thickness
- 7.4 mm
- against 8.6 mm
Xiaomi Poco X8, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 9,000 mAh
- against 5,520 mAh
- AnTuTu Score
- 678,000
- against 631,693
- RAM Capacity
- 12 GB
- against 8 GB
- Storage Type
- UFS 3.1
- against UFS 2.2
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Poco M8 | Poco X8 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 |
| Processor Process Size | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 710 | Qualcomm Adreno 710 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 3.1 Best value |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 512 GB Best value | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 631,693 | 678,000 Best value |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 4 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.4 GHz and 4 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with 4 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.4 GHz and 4 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 12 GB Best value |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes Best value | No |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v10 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 866 | — |
Design
| Specification | Poco M8 | Poco X8 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Green, Silver | Black, White, Orange |
| Body Thickness | 7.4 mm Best value | 8.6 mm |
| Body Width | 75.4 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Body Height | 164 mm | 163.5 mm |
| Weight | 178 g Best value | 223 g |
| Usable Surface | 89.7 % Best value | 89.5 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | Glass, Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP66, IP65 | IP68, IP69, IP69K Best value |
| Waterproof Depth | — | 1.5 m |
| Drop Resistance Class | A | — |
| Repairability Class | C | — |
| Drop Test Count | 270 | — |
Battery
| Specification | Poco M8 | Poco X8 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Efficiency Rating | B | — |
| Battery Capacity | 5,520 mAh | 9,000 mAh Best value |
| Battery Type | Si-Carbon Li-Ion | Si-Carbon Li-Ion |
| Fast Charge Power | 45 W | 67 W Best value |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included |
| Battery Endurance | 50 h | — |
| Charge cycles | 1,000 | — |
Display
| Specification | Poco M8 | Poco X8 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 |
| Display Technology | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 3,200 nits | 3,500 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.77″ | 6.83″ Best value |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,280 px Best value |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,392 px | 2,772 px Best value |
| Display Pixel Density | 388 ppi | 447 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 8,000,000 :1 | 8,000,000 :1 |
| Display Features | Mohs Level 6, Hole-Punch Notch, DCI-P3, 3840Hz PWM, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, 120Hz | Gorilla Glass Victus 2, Hole-Punch Notch, SGS Certified, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, 3840Hz PWM, DCI-P3, DC Dimming, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display |
Sensors
| Specification | Poco M8 | Poco X8 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Poco M8 | Poco X8 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing, Cooling System |
Software
| Specification | Poco M8 | Poco X8 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 16 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 16 Best value |
| OS Update Support | 5 years | 6 years Best value |
| Direct OS Updates | No | Yes Best value |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Poco M8 | Poco X8 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS 800, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS 1700 AWS, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B42, 4G LTE B48, 4G LTE B66, 4G LTE B71, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n2, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n7, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n20, 5G NR n26, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n38, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n48, 5G NR n66, 5G NR n71, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6E Best value | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Connectivity Features | Virtual Proximity Sensing, Infrared, NFC, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB 2.0 | Infrared, NFC, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, USB Type-C, Computer Sync, DLNA, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | 2,900 Mbps | 2,900 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 1,600 Mbps Best value | 1,500 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Poco M8 | Poco X8 |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | — | 2 |
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Wireless Audio, A2DP, LE |
Technical
| Specification | Poco M8 | Poco X8 |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price | 229.99 € | — |
| Model numbers | 25118PC98G | 2607DPC18G |
