New leaks have surfaced regarding POCO’s upcoming smartphone, the Poco X8 Pro Max, revealing several key details about its design, performance, and hardware. This device is believed to be a rebranded version of the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, which is expected to launch soon in China and could be introduced in India under the Poco brand.
Design and Display
According to the leaks, the Poco X8 Pro Max will feature a premium back panel with a vertical dual rear camera setup on the left side. The front of the phone is expected to have a flat 1.5K OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a centre punch-hole camera, and thin bezels. The phone is also rumoured to have a metal frame and rounded edges.
Performance and Software
The leaks suggest strong performance capabilities. The phone is expected to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s processor. Its AnTuTu benchmark score is reported to be around 3.29 million, placing it close to current Android flagships. In terms of software, it may run on HyperOS 3.0 based on Android 16.
Battery, Camera, and Other Features
One of the biggest highlights of the Poco X8 Pro Max is expected to be its massive 9,000mAh battery, which is capable of supporting 100W fast charging. The camera setup is rumoured to include a 50MP main camera + 8MP secondary camera, while details about the front camera are not yet available.
Additionally, the phone is likely to feature an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, IP69 dust and water resistance, and up to 16GB of RAM, although storage details are currently unclear.
India Launch and Price
According to leaks, the Poco X8 Pro Max is expected to launch in India in Q1 2026, possibly by the end of March. Its estimated price is said to be between ₹30,000 and ₹35,000 (Roughly USD 360 to USD 420).
Conclusion
The leaks suggest that the Poco X8 Pro Max could be a strong contender in the sub-flagship segment in terms of battery life, performance, and premium features.
Note: This article is based on leaks and early reports. Specifications, features, pricing, and launch timelines mentioned above are subject to change, as Poco has not officially confirmed these details yet.
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