POCO Expands Lineup With F8 Pro Flagship, M8 Series, and New Tablets

Tuesday, 23 September 2025 at 11:25

POCO is lining up a busy season. Leaks and certification filings show at least three new smartphones and two tablets on the way: the POCO F8 Pro, POCO M8 Pro 5G, POCO M8 5G, plus the POCO Pad X1 and POCO Pad M1. With that mix, the brand is clearly trying to cover all corners of the market—from flagship to entry-level.

Key points

POCO F8 Pro will debut as the flagship with Snapdragon 8 Elite and HyperOS 3 (Android 16).
M8 Pro 5G targets value buyers with Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, 7000 mAh battery, and high durability ratings.
M8 5G is positioned as an affordable 5G option with Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 and a 50MP main camera.
Pad X1 is a flagship-level tablet with Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3, designed for gaming and productivity.
Pad M1 will serve the entry-level segment, offering Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 performance at a lower cost.

POCO F8 Pro: Flagship With Global Ambitions

The device everyone’s watching is the POCO F8 Pro. Paperwork in the GSMA database points to a global launch soon, with separate models for China and other regions. Industry chatter says it’s basically a reworked Redmi K90, but tuned for wider appeal.

The phone carries Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and the codename “annibale.” It’s also set to debut with HyperOS 3, built on Android 16. In plain terms, it’s shaping up to be a full-scale flagship aimed at taking on Samsung, OnePlus, and other Android heavyweights.

POCO M8 Pro 5G: Strong Specs Without the Flagship Price

Sliding down the ladder, the M8 Pro 5G looks like the sweet spot for people who want speed but don’t want to overspend. It’s expected to be a renamed Redmi Note 15 Pro+, though POCO won’t release it in India, China, or Japan.

Key features include the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, a big 6.83-inch curved display under Dragon Crystal Glass, and a light fiberglass back. The camera system starts with a 50MP OVX8000 sensor. Battery life should be a highlight: a 7000 mAh pack with 90W charging. Add water and dust resistance with IP66/68/69 ratings, and you’ve got a rugged, long-lasting device that aims at the value segment.

POCO M8 5G: Entry-Level 5G Made Practical

For budget buyers, the M8 5G is POCO’s new entry ticket. Built around the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, it balances affordability with enough muscle for daily tasks. Specs include a 50MP main camera, a 5800 mAh battery with 45W charging, and several color choices to keep it appealing.

Tablets Join the Mix: Pad X1 and Pad M1

POCO isn’t stopping at phones. The Pad X1, likely based on the Xiaomi Pad 7, will use the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 and aims to handle gaming and productivity alike. Meanwhile, the Pad M1 takes a lighter approach. Modeled after the Redmi Pad 2 Pro, it uses the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 and targets students or casual users who want a simple, affordable slate.

A Market-Covering Strategy

With these launches, POCO is playing a clear two-sided game: premium devices to challenge flagships, and affordable models to keep its value reputation strong. The mix should help the brand stay visible in both performance-driven and budget-friendly markets this cycle.