| Category | Specification |
| Display | 6.83-inch 1.5K LTPS AMOLED, 120Hz |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 |
| Rear Cameras | 50MP primary with OIS + 8MP ultrawide |
| Battery & Charging | 10,000mAh, 100W HyperCharge |
| Software | HyperOS 3 based on Android 16 |
A few years ago, putting a 10,000mAh battery in a smartphone would have sounded absurd. In 2026, it feels far less unusual. Even 8,000mAh cells are becoming common, so the Poco X8 Power needs more than sheer capacity to stand out.
Its biggest talking point is still that 10,000mAh silicon-carbon battery. More impressive, however, is how Poco has fitted it inside an 8.65mm chassis that weighs 229g. The rest of the package is fairly ambitious too. There is a 1.5K 120Hz AMOLED display, Gorilla Glass Victus 2, IP69K protection and 100W charging, along with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage.
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 is where things become less straightforward. It feels like an unusual choice for a phone starting at ₹35,999, particularly when everything else sounds so competitive. So, is the Poco X8 Power genuinely a well-rounded smartphone, or is that enormous battery doing most of the selling?
The yellow Poco X8 Power is anything but discreet. Its bright vegan-leather rear sits against a black frame and matching camera module, giving the phone a bold, slightly playful look. I quite like the contrast, but the finish is useful too. The textured back offers a secure grip and keeps fingerprints far less visible than glossy plastic or glass.
Of course, there is no disguising the size. At 229g and 8.65mm thick, the X8 Power feels substantial from the moment you pick it up. Still, once you remember that Poco has packed a 10,000mAh battery inside, those figures feel surprisingly reasonable. It is a large phone, but not the awkward brick I had expected.
Poco has also taken durability seriously. Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protects the display, while IP66, IP68, IP69 and IP69K ratings provide extensive resistance against dust and water. That is a stronger set of protections than you typically find in this price segment.
Elsewhere, the phone includes an optical fingerprint scanner beneath the display, stereo speakers and an IR blaster. Wireless connectivity covers Bluetooth 6.0 and dual-band Wi-Fi 5, with support for 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac.
There are compromises, though. The USB-C port only supports USB 2.0 speeds, while NFC and eSIM are both missing. With no NFC, tap-to-pay services are unavailable, and these omissions feel particularly noticeable on a phone priced at ₹35,999. Neither issue ruins the overall experience, but buyers who rely on either feature will need to look elsewhere. That remains rather difficult to overlook here.
If you watch plenty of OTT shows or YouTube videos on your phone, the Poco X8 Power makes a strong case for itself. Its 6.83-inch flat LTPS AMOLED panel has a 2772 × 1280 resolution, so this is a proper 1.5K display rather than a standard FHD+ one. It also supports 12-bit colour, the DCI-P3 gamut and a 120Hz refresh rate.
The screen looks excellent in everyday use. Images are crisp, contrast is strong and colours have plenty of punch without appearing excessively saturated. Poco claims a peak brightness of 3,500 nits, and outdoor visibility is impressive. I had little difficulty reading the display even under bright sunlight.
However, the phone may run at 60Hz by default, so you will need to select 120Hz manually. The difference is immediately apparent in scrolling and system animations. That small change makes the phone feel much quicker and ensures you are actually getting the experience this panel was built to deliver.
Streaming is another highlight. Both HDR10+ and Dolby Vision are supported, with Dolby Vision working on compatible Netflix content. Wet Touch 2.0 and TUV triple eye protection are included as well. Touch sampling can reach 3,200Hz instantaneously, although that maximum is only available through Game Turbo.
The stereo speakers are equally difficult to ignore. They support Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio, while Poco advertises a 400% volume-boost mode. Honestly, that sounds more like an elaborate name for a very loud pair of speakers.
And loud they certainly are. At around 70 to 80% volume, there is already enough output for videos and films without headphones. At 400%, things become properly loud. Crucially, the speakers offer more than volume alone. Combined with the large, sharp Dolby Vision display, they turn the X8 Power into a genuinely enjoyable phone for entertainment.
Photography is not the reason to buy the Poco X8 Power, but its cameras are dependable enough for everyday use. Rather than crowding the rear with unnecessary sensors, Poco provides a 50MP primary camera with OIS and an 8MP ultrawide.
Most of my better shots came from the main camera. Its wide f/1.5 aperture helps capture a healthy amount of detail in daylight, while skin tones generally remain accurate. The processing sometimes pushes colours further than I would prefer, though the results are usually ready to share without demanding much editing before they go online. That large aperture also creates pleasing background separation naturally, so Portrait mode is not always necessary. A 2x in-sensor zoom is available when you need a closer view.
The ultrawide is mainly useful for fitting more into the frame. Its 8MP resolution leaves it short on fine detail, and the quality drops further when the lighting becomes weaker.
Video capabilities are surprisingly flexible. The primary camera records at 4K30 or 1080p60, whereas the ultrawide tops out at 1080p30. Shooting modes include Portrait, Pro, Ultra HD, Panorama, Dual Video and Live Moments.
Selfies come from a 32MP f/2.2 front camera. It produces reasonably detailed pictures, although the beautification can sometimes smooth skin too aggressively. The selfie camera also supports 4K30 and 1080p60 recording, which is a welcome inclusion.
Ultimately, this is a capable camera system rather than a standout one. The main camera handles the essentials well, but buyers prioritising photography will find stronger options elsewhere.
This X8 Power is the first smartphone in the country that is powered by the all-new Snapdragon 6 Gen 5. This basically means raw speed is not the X8 Power’s strongest suit.
What it does offer, however, is remarkable consistency, and that matters once you start playing games for longer stretches.
The clearest evidence comes from 3DMark’s Wild Life Extreme Stress Test. Its best loop score was 1,190, while the lowest stood at 1,179. That works out to 99.1% stability, which is exceptional. BGMI supports 60fps, and my experience reflected those results initially. Gameplay stayed smooth for roughly 30 minutes, with no major temperature concerns. After around 45 minutes, occasional frame drops and some sluggishness started creeping in. It is not a gaming phone, but longer BGMI sessions remain perfectly enjoyable.
Regular use is even less demanding. Apps launch quickly, scrolling is fluid and multitasking generally happens without fuss. The limitations only become obvious in benchmark results. The phone scored around 980,000 in AnTuTu v11, while Geekbench 7 produced 962 in the single-core test and 3,007 in multi-core. For a phone starting at ₹35,999, those figures are difficult to celebrate.
That distinction is important. The phone rarely feels slow when handling ordinary tasks, yet it does not have the extra headroom you might expect at this price. Buyers chasing high benchmark scores or demanding gaming performance should set their expectations accordingly before buying one.
Poco pairs the chipset with LPDDR5X RAM, but storage needs closer attention. UFS 4.1 is reserved for the top 256GB version. The cheaper 128GB model misses out on that. We reckon it may be using UFS 2.2 instead. That difference makes the 256GB variant my clear recommendation. Overall, the X8 Power prioritises dependable sustained performance over outright pace.
The Poco X8 Power runs HyperOS 3 on top of Android 16. If you have used a recent Xiaomi or Poco phone, everything will feel familiar, from the general layout to the customisation options. I particularly like how much freedom HyperOS gives you to change the lock screen and the wider look of the interface.
The more obvious annoyance appears during setup. Poco preloads several apps and games, including the Indus Appstore. Thankfully, most of them can be uninstalled, so cleaning up the phone does not take particularly long. Glance is not enabled on the lock screen by default either, which is a welcome decision.
For the most part, the software feels smooth in daily use. Apps behave as expected and navigating the interface rarely causes trouble. I did, however, notice occasional jitters while switching between apps. Notifications were also delayed a couple of times when the phone was locked, possibly because HyperOS was managing background activity too aggressively. These issues were infrequent, but they were still noticeable.
There are some useful additions beneath that clutter. Circle to Search is available, while Xiaomi Offline Communication lets compatible nearby Xiaomi and Poco phones communicate over Bluetooth without cellular connectivity.
Poco also promises four years of Android OS upgrades and six years of security updates. That should take it to Android 20.
The 10,000mAh silicon-carbon battery is the reason the Poco X8 Power exists, and its endurance is every bit as impressive as the capacity suggests.
This is comfortably a three-day phone. With calls, browsing, social media and streaming in the mix, I regularly ended a full workday with around 60-65% charge left. Lighter users may be able to stretch it beyond three days. Even synthetic benchmarks reduced the battery by just 3%, which is something I have never seen from another phone.
Charging such a large battery still takes time, despite the 100W HyperCharge support. Using the included 100W adapter, a complete charge took around 50-55 minutes during testing. The X8 Power also supports 27W wired reverse charging, letting it charge your other devices when required.
At ₹35,999, the Poco X8 Power is not the choice for every buyer. Its Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 handles daily tasks without trouble and can run BGMI reasonably well, but faster phones are available for similar money. The cameras are serviceable, although they are unlikely to satisfy anyone placing photography near the top of their list.
What sets this phone apart is endurance. The 10,000mAh battery can deliver three days of use, while 100W charging prevents refilling it from becoming a painfully long affair. Its 27W reverse-charging support is genuinely practical as well.
The supporting hardware makes the proposition stronger. You get an excellent 1.5K AMOLED screen, extremely loud stereo speakers, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and IP69K protection. Together, those features make it well suited to watching content and surviving demanding days away from home.
Ultimately, your priorities decide whether the X8 Power makes sense. Look elsewhere if performance or cameras matter most. But for frequent travellers, heavy content consumers or anyone tired of watching the battery percentage, few phones offer this level of reassurance.