POCO M8x 5G

Hey buddy, guess what has just arrived in India? The POCO M8x 5G is finally coming to India, and honestly, I’ve been waiting for it eagerly. If you’re someone who’s always on the lookout for a phone that lasts all day (or even more), this launch will make you happy. In my experience, most budget phones’ batteries die by evening if you’re a heavy user like me. But the POCO M8x 5G is trying to completely change that game.   This phone is not just another budget 5G launch. It has a 7,900mAh battery, a new Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chip, and a big 120Hz display. Honestly, how many phones have you seen in this price range that offer all this together? Let’s talk about everything you need to know before buying it for all users.  Highlights Massive 7,900mAh battery with claimed 3 days of normal use  Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chipset, first phone in India with this processor  6.9-inch 120Hz LCD display with 825 nits peak brightness  50MP main camera with LED flash  33W fast charging support over USB Type-C  Price starts at Rs 20,999 in India  Sale begins August 27, 2026 on Flipkart  Why the POCO M8x 5G Battery Life Is a Big Deal Now let’s talk about the thing everyone is excited about: the battery. A 7,900mAh battery is not something you see every day, even in phones that cost double the price. POCO is claiming that this battery can easily give you up to three days of normal usage on a single charge.  In my experience, big battery phones usually feel heavy and bulky in the hand. I have used a few of them before, and by the end of the day my wrist would actually feel tired from carrying the phone around. So the real question here is, does POCO manage to balance this huge battery without making the phone too heavy? We will have to wait for a full review to know that for sure, but on paper, this is one of the biggest batteries you will find in this price segment.  Charging speed is set at 33W, which is fair but not super fast. If you think as I do, a bigger battery with slower charging is still better than a small battery that charges fast but dies quickly.  POCO M8x 5G Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 Performance POCO M8x 5G Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 performance explained The POCO M8x 5G is proud to be the first smartphone in India to use the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chip. This processor is built on a 4nm process, which usually means better power efficiency and smoother day-to-day performance.  POCO claims this chip gives faster app opening speed and handles multitasking well. For daily tasks like WhatsApp, Instagram, YouTube, and light gaming, this should feel smooth. However, if you are a heavy gamer who plays PUBG or BGMI on high settings, this chip is made for basic to mid-level gaming, not for the top-tier gaming crowd.  You also get RAM options starting from 4GB, going up to 6GB, with extra virtual RAM support for smoother multitasking. Storage comes with UFS 2.2, which is standard for this price range, and you can expand it further using a microSD card.  Also Read: POCO M8 Power vs Realme P4 Power: Best Battery Phone? POCO M8x 5G Display and Design POCO M8x 5G display and design what to expect Buddy, one thing that always matters to me on a phone is the screen, because that is what we stare at all day. The POCO M8x 5G comes with a 6.9-inch LCD display, HD+ resolution, and a 120Hz refresh rate. This means scrolling through social media or reading articles will feel smooth and fast.  The screen also comes with a 240Hz touch sampling rate, which is actually good for casual gaming, and 825 nits peak brightness, so using it under sunlight should not be too much of a problem.  On the design side, POCO is offering the phone in Leather Green, Blue, and Black colours. The green variant even comes with a vegan leather back, which gives it a slightly premium look and better grip. However, since it is an LCD panel and not AMOLED, do not expect deep blacks or super vibrant colours as you get on the higher POCO M8 models.  POCO M8x 5G Camera and Software On the camera side, the phone keeps things simple with a 50MP primary rear camera and an LED flash. For the price, a 50MP sensor is decent, and it should handle daylight photos well. The front camera is an 8MP unit, which is fine for video calls and casual selfies, but do not expect flagship-level detail here.  If something is not so great, I have to say it honestly: this phone does not come with a proper multi-camera setup. No ultrawide, no macro lens, just the single main camera. So if photography is your top priority, this might not be the perfect pick for you.  On the software front, the phone runs on the latest Android version with POCO’s custom skin on top. The good part is that POCO has promised multiple years of software updates and security patches, which is genuinely a good move for long-term users like us.  POCO M8x 5G Price and Availability in India Let’s talk numbers now, because that is what matters the most. The POCO M8x 5G price in India starts at Rs 20,999 for the base 4GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. The higher 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant is priced at Rs 22,999.  There is also a launch offer where you can get an instant discount, bringing the effective price down further on the first day of sale. The phone will be available exclusively on Flipkart, and the sale starts from August 27, 2026.  Now the honest question, is this price justified? For what you are getting- a huge battery, a new-generation chipset, and a large 120Hz display- yes, the price feels fair. However, if camera quality is your main priority, you might want to look at other options in the same budget.  Should You Buy the POCO M8x 5G? If you are someone who is always out of the house, travelling, working, or just someone who forgets to charge their phone often, the POCO M8x 5G looks like a smart pick because of that massive battery. It also brings a new chipset that … Read more