Poco X8 Power 5G Launching in India on September 4; 10,000mAh Battery and Specs Confirmed

Poco India has officially set the stage for its next major smartphone unveiling, confirming that the Poco X8 Power 5G will launch in India on September 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM IST. The launch, in partnership with Flipkart, will highlight the device's colossal 10,000mAh battery, promising up to 3.5 days of usage on a single charge. While the Poco X8 Power 5G's date is locked, its sibling, the standard Poco X8, is also widely tipped to arrive in the Indian market around the same time, positioning both new models strategically below the existing X8 Pro series.

Poco X8 Power 5G: Confirmed and Tipped Specifications

The Poco X8 Power 5G's standout feature is its officially confirmed 10,000mAh battery. Beyond this, leaked specifications suggest a powerhouse targeting endurance and robust performance. The device is expected to flaunt a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and an impressive peak brightness of up to 3,500 nits. Under the hood, it is tipped to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 Mobile Platform, coupled with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage options, with a lower variant potentially featuring UFS 2.2 storage. Samsung Galaxy S26 FE Launched With One UI 9, Galaxy AI: Check Specs, Price and India Availability.

For photography, the Poco X8 Power 5G is rumoured to feature a dual-camera setup at the rear, comprising a 50MP primary sensor with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and an 8MP ultra-wide lens. A 32MP front camera is expected for selfies and video calls. Charging capabilities are also set to impress with support for 100W wired charging and 27W reverse wired charging. Furthermore, the phone is anticipated to boast IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings for enhanced dust and water resistance, along with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection.

• Battery: 10,000mAh (Confirmed)
• Display: 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED, 120Hz, 3,500 nits peak brightness, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (Tipped)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 Mobile Platform (Tipped)
• Rear Camera: 50MP OIS (Main) + 8MP (Ultra-wide) (Tipped)
• Front Camera: 32MP (Tipped)
• Charging: 100W Wired, 27W Reverse Wired (Tipped)
• Durability: IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K ratings, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (Tipped)

Poco X8: Expected Features

The standard Poco X8 is also creating a buzz with its rumoured specifications, primarily focusing on extended battery life. Tipsters suggest it will pack a substantial 9,000mAh battery with support for 67W wired charging and 22.5W reverse charging. The device is expected to feature a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 3,500 nits peak brightness, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection.

Performance-wise, the Poco X8 is tipped to run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 SoC. Camera specifications include a 50MP OIS primary rear camera, and a 16MP front camera. Similar to the Power variant, the Poco X8 is also expected to offer robust IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings for dust and water resistance. Realme P4s 5G Launched in India: Price, Specs, Availability.

• Battery: 9,000mAh (Tipped)
• Display: 6.83-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, 3,500 nits peak brightness, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (Tipped)
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 SoC (Tipped)
• Rear Camera: 50MP OIS (Main) (Tipped)
• Front Camera: 16MP (Tipped)
• Charging: 67W Wired, 22.5W Reverse Wired (Tipped)
• Durability: IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K ratings, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (Tipped)

Design and Software Expectations

Official teasers for the Poco X8 Power 5G showcase Poco's signature dual-tone yellow finish, a clean rear panel, and a squircle-shaped dual-camera module. The Poco X8 is also teased with a dual camera unit featuring a square deco with rounded corners. Both phones are expected to run on Android 16 with Poco HyperOS and are tipped to receive four major OS updates and six years of security updates.

Pricing and Availability (Tipped)

While official pricing for India remains under wraps until the launch event, market rumours suggest the Poco X8 Power 5G could be priced around Rs 35,000. The Poco X8 is expected to be more affordable, possibly ranging between Rs 28,000 and Rs 30,000. These prices would position the new X-series devices attractively in the sub-Rs 35,000 segment, expanding Poco's portfolio which currently includes the Poco X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max, currently priced starting at Rs 39,999 and Rs 49,999 respectively.

The official launch event for the Poco X8 Power 5G on September 4 at 12:00 PM IST will reveal the complete hardware specifications, official pricing across variants, colour options, and any introductory sale offers. Indian consumers are eagerly awaiting what promises to be a significant addition to the mid-range smartphone segment.

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