Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better RAM than Poco M8x 5G. In terms of display resolution, Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better resolution of 2392 x 1080 than Poco M8x 5G which has resolution of 1600 x 720. Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more internal memory than Poco M8x 5G
| Name | Poco M8x 5G | Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) |
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.9 in | 6.77 in |
| Internal Memory | 128 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | 7900 mAh | 5520 mAh |
| Camera | 50 MP Dual | 50 MP + 2 MP Dual |
| Price | Rs. 20999 | Rs. 28950 |
The launch Date of the first phone is August 21, 2026. The cost of Poco M8x 5G is Rs. 20999. The launch Date of the second phone is January 08, 2026. The cost of Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) is Rs. 28950.
Poco M8x 5G has larger screen size of 6.9 inches in comparison to Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 6.77 inch screen. Poco M8x 5G has IPS LCD Screen type where as Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has AMOLED Screen type. Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has display density of 393 PPI & Poco M8x 5G has only 254 PPI display density. Poco M8x 5G has 20:9 aspect ratio where as Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has 20.5:9 aspect ratio.
Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s larger 8 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Poco M8x 5G's lower 4 GB RAM. Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Poco M8x 5G (128 GB).
They both have the same 50 MP Dual Rear Camera. Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 20 MP Front Camera in comparison to Poco M8x 5G's 8 MP Front Camera.
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 16 and the second one on 15 version.
| Name | Poco M8x 5G | Poco M8 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) |
| General | ||
| Country of Origin | India | |
| Model | MZB0PXMIN, M8x 5G | M8 |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| OS Updates | 4 years | 4 years |
| Security Updates | 6 years | 6 years |
| Release Date | August 21, 2026 | January 08, 2026 |
| In The Box | 1 x Handset, 1 x Adapter, 1 x Type-C USB Cable, 1 x Sim Eject Tool, 1 x Quick Start Guide, 1 x Warranty Card, 1 x Protective Case | 1 x Handset, 1 x Adapter, 1 x Type-C USB Cable, 1 x Sim Eject Tool, 1 x Protective Case, 1 x Quick Start Guide, 1 x Warranty Card |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 78.43 x 170.12 x 8.8 mm | 75.42 x 164 x 7.35 mm |
| Weight | 232 g | 178 g |
| Bezel less | No | |
| Colors | Leather Green | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color IPS LCD Screen (16M Colors) | Color AMOLED Screen (68B Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes |
| Size | 6.9 inches, 720 x 1600 pixels, 120 Hz | 6.77 inches, 1080 x 2392 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20.5:9 |
| PPI | ~ 254 PPI | ~ 393 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 89.06% | |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i | |
| Brightness | 825 nits HBM brightness | 800 nits (typ), 3200 nits (peak) |
| Display Dimming | 3840Hz PWM | |
| Features | Wet Touch 2.0 | |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 6 GB Extra Virtual RAM | |
| Storage | 128 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | UFS |
| Card Slot | Yes, upto 1 TB | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G Bands | SA: n1/n3/n5/n8/n28/n40/n78, 5G NSA: n1/n3/n40/n78 | SA: n1/n3/n5/n8/n28/n40/n78, NSA: n1/n3/n40/n78/n8 |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Supports 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Dual Band | |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.1, A2DP, LE | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE |
| USB | Yes, USB-C | Yes, USB-C |
| USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging, USB Storage | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| IR Blaster | Yes | Yes |
| Performance | ||
| AnTuTu Score | 650,000 (Total) (v11) | 826,000 (Total) (v10) |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BEIDOU, GALILEO | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BEIDOU |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor, Accelerometer, E Compass | Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, E-Compass, Accelerometer, Gyroscope |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | |
| AI Features | Gemini, Circle to Search | |
| Splash Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP64 | IP65/IP66 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Extra Features | Vegan Leather Finish, XIAOMI HYPER ISLAND | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 50 MP (Main) | 50 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) 2 MP (Depth Sensor) |
| OIS | Yes | |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | HDR, Potriat, Ultra HD, Timer, Watermark, Night Mode, Google Lens, Time Lapse, Live movements, Dual Video | Photo Mode, Video, Portrait Mode, Google Lens |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 8 MP (Wide Angle) Punch Hole | 20 MP (Wide Angle) Punch Hole |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v16 | Android v15 |
| Custom UI | HyperOS 3 | |
| Chipset | Snapdragon Snapdragon 4 Gen5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen3 |
| CPU | 2.4 GHz, Octa Core Processor | Octa Core Processor |
| Fabrication Node | 4nm | |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno GPU | |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | Yes | Yes |
| Video | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Audio Features | Dolby Atmos | |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 7900 mAh | 5520 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 45W | Yes, 45W Fast Charging |
| Reverse Charging | Yes, 22.5W | Yes, 18W |