When was Poco X8 Pro Max launched, and which software does it run?

It launched on 17 March 2026 with HyperOS 3 (Android 16). It is still on its launch software. The brand promises 4 years of updates.

Is Poco X8 Pro Max good for camera, battery and gaming?

Camera: average. Battery: excellent (9000 mAh). Gaming and speed: excellent (MediaTek Dimensity 9500s (3nm)).

Somewhat heavy, with no telephoto camera and a basic 8MP wide-angle.

Water and dust rating: IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K.

100W HyperCharge wired (PD3.0, PPS), 27W reverse wired, bypass charging; no wireless charging

Name: Poco X8 Pro Max
Brand: Poco
Price: 49999 INR

Flagship-level speed and a giant battery at a mid-range price. Launched 17 March 2026.

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₹49,999Base model price, checked 19 October 2026 8.5/10 overall • Camera 5 • Battery 10 • Speed 9 How we score

The official price went up to ₹49,999 on 17 August 2026 (it was ₹42,999) and hasn't come back down, so waiting may not help.

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Launched17 March 2026with HyperOS 3 (Android 16)

Software nowHyperOS 3 (Android 16)Still on launch software • 4 yrs of updates

Battery: Excellent battery life from a 9000mAh battery, with 100W fast charging.
Camera: Capable main camera with good 2x shots, but no zoom lens and a basic wide-angle camera.
Speed: Dimensity 9500s is one of the fastest chips at this price, great for games.
The catch: Somewhat heavy, with no telephoto camera and a basic 8MP wide-angle.

Full specifications (tap to open)

Display	6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED, 120Hz, 2000 nits HBM, 3500 nits peak, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, Gorilla Glass 7i
Chipset	MediaTek Dimensity 9500s (3nm)
CPU	1x Cortex-X925 @ 3.73GHz + 3x Cortex-X4 @ 3.3GHz + 4x Cortex-A720 @ 2.4GHz
Graphics (GPU)	Immortalis-G925 (MC11 per GSMArena, MC12 per India launch coverage), ray tracing
AI chip (NPU)	MediaTek NPU (TOPS not officially stated)
RAM and storage	12GB RAM, 256GB (UFS 4.1, LPDDR5X (9.6Gbps))
Battery	9000 mAh
Charging	100W HyperCharge wired (PD3.0, PPS), 27W reverse wired, bypass charging; no wireless charging
Cameras	50 MP Light Fusion 600 main (1/1.95", f/1.5, 26mm, OIS) + 8 MP ultrawide (1/4", f/2.2, 15mm); 20 MP selfie
Water and dust	IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K
Size and weight	8.2mm thick, 220g
Software	HyperOS 3 (Android 16) at launch, HyperOS 3 (Android 16) now
Updates	4 years promised
5G	Yes
NFC	Yes
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0 (aptX HD, LHDC 5, Auracast), NFC, IR blaster, eSIM, USB-C 2.0
Modem	Integrated MediaTek 5G modem (model not officially stated)
Speakers and haptics	Loud stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos (rated Excellent by GSMArena); haptics not detailed
Screen flicker (PWM)	3840Hz PWM; touch sampling not officially stated
Cooling	Not officially stated for the Pro Max (the X8 Pro uses a 5,300 sq mm IceLoop vapour chamber)
Colours	Black, White, Blue

Our verdict combines 8 published reviews and tests (listed under Sources) with our daily price checks. We haven't tested this phone in hand yet.

Price historyUp 16%

17 March 2026: ₹42,99917 August 2026: ₹49,999

Poco has raised the price three times since the ₹42,999 launch, to ₹49,999 in August 2026; Flipkart sale bank offers are the best way to pay less.

5G: Yes, works on Jio and Airtel 5G networks. NFC tap to pay: Yes.

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What is the price of Poco X8 Pro Max in India?: Poco X8 Pro Max starts at ₹49,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage model. Poco has raised the price three times since the ₹42,999 launch, to ₹49,999 in August 2026; Flipkart sale bank offers are the best way to pay less.
When was Poco X8 Pro Max launched, and which software does it run?: It launched on 17 March 2026 with HyperOS 3 (Android 16). It is still on its launch software. The brand promises 4 years of updates.
Is Poco X8 Pro Max good for camera, battery and gaming?: Camera: average. Battery: excellent (9000 mAh). Gaming and speed: excellent (MediaTek Dimensity 9500s (3nm)).
What is the biggest downside of Poco X8 Pro Max?: Somewhat heavy, with no telephoto camera and a basic 8MP wide-angle.
Does Poco X8 Pro Max support 5G and NFC in India?: 5G: Yes, works on Jio and Airtel 5G networks. NFC tap to pay: Yes.
Is Poco X8 Pro Max waterproof?: Water and dust rating: IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K.
How fast does Poco X8 Pro Max charge?: 100W HyperCharge wired (PD3.0, PPS), 27W reverse wired, bypass charging; no wireless charging