Xiaomi 's sub-brand Poco has officially announced the launch date of its new smartphone, the Poco M8 5G, in India. According to a press release issued by the company, the smartphone will arrive in India next week. Ahead of the launch, Poco has confirmed the design and some key features through teasers and posters.
When will Poco M8 5G be launched in India?
The Poco M8 5G will be launched in India on January 8. The launch event will begin at 12:00 PM (IST). The smartphone will be sold through the e-commerce platform Flipkart, where its microsite is already live.
Poco M8 5G: Design and camera
In terms of design, the Poco M8 5G features a dual-tone rear panel with matte and vegan leather finishes. The phone's camera module is square, housing two camera sensors and an LED flash.
The company has confirmed that the phone will feature a 50-megapixel AI-powered primary camera. The Poco M8 5G is expected to be just 7.35mm thick and weigh around 178 grams.
Poco M8 5G: Design and camera
In terms of design, the Poco M8 5G features a dual-tone rear panel with matte and vegan leather finishes. The phone's camera module is square, housing two camera sensors and an LED flash.
The company has confirmed that the phone will feature a 50-megapixel AI-powered primary camera. The Poco M8 5G is expected to be just 7.35mm thick and weigh around 178 grams.
Possible specifications of Poco M8 5G
According to reports, the Poco M8 5G is believed to be a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 15 5G. If this is true, the phone could feature a 6.77-inch AMOLED display with support for a 120Hz refresh rate and 3200 nits of peak brightness. The display is likely to be protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.
For performance, the phone can be provided with Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor, up to 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage.
Battery and Charging
The Poco M8 5G is expected to pack a large 5,520mAh battery. The phone is expected to come with 45W fast charging, and 18W reverse charging support is also expected.
Poco M8 5G expected price in India
Currently, the company has not shared any official information regarding the price of the Poco M8 5G. However, the Redmi Note 15 5G is said to have a starting price of around ₹30,000 in the global market. Meanwhile, the Poco M7 5G was launched in India in March this year at a starting price of ₹9,999. Therefore, the Poco M8 5G could also be priced in the mid-range segment.
