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POCO X8 Pro vs realme 16 Pro+ 5G
Product A: POCO
99 of 162 known
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Product B: realme
109 of 162 known
Change realme 16 Pro+ 5G
94 of 154 fields differ
- 53 different values
- 41 known for one only
- 26 the same
- 34 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 284 phones.
- Peak brightnessA: 3,500nitsB: 6,500nitsrealme is 3,000 nits higher.
- Maximum wired charging power (claimed)A: 100WB: 80WPOCO is 20 W higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- APOCO: 75.2 × 157.5 mm
- Brealme: 76.3 × 162.5 mm
Weight
0 to 250 g
All 162 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
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Model numbers
RMX51311Maker product pagerealme.com/eu/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specsRead 14 October 2026The EU page does not print the model number. RMX5131 comes from the EPREL sheet.3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2541390_EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Model identifier RMX5131.
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
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Status
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Predecessor
POCO X7 Pro8Reviewgsmarena.com/poco_x8_pro-review-2946.phpRead 23 October 2026GSMArena's review says the Poco X8 Pro is a direct sequel to the Poco X7 Pro.
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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€599.912Press article4gnews.pt/realme-16-pro-e-pro-chegam-a-europa-com-diferencas-de-bateria-e-atualizacoesRead 14 October 2026European launch prices relayed from Gizchina for Italy: 12GB+512GB at 599.90 euro and 8GB+256GB at 499.90 euro. Only the 12GB+512GB price is stored, because Smartworld.it also reports 599 euro for it. Euro prices include VAT.13Press articlesmartworld.it/news/realme-16-pro-italia-prezzo-specifiche.htmlRead 14 October 2026Italian launch report of 26 February 2026: 599 euro for the 12GB+512GB model on Euronics and Unieuro.
Markets
EU1Maker product pagerealme.com/eu/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specsRead 14 October 2026This is the Europe page. Its RAM and storage list, its eSIM line and its band list match model RMX5131 in EPREL. The global spec page lists four band versions and three RAM and storage options.5Reviewgsmarena.com/realme_16_pro_plus-review-2919.phpRead 14 October 2026The review unit was the Indian version. The Europe market is covered by the maker's EU page and the EPREL sheet.
Colours
Mint Green, White, Black1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026Exact UK 8 GB + 256 GB reference. Listed dimensions and weight apply to the stated family finishes. No Iron Man edition variant is combined.
Master Gold, Master Grey1Maker product pagerealme.com/eu/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specsRead 14 October 2026
Form factor
OS support period (claimed)
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Security support period (claimed)
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Security updates until
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Body
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Height
Width
Thickness
Thickness with camera bump
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Folded dimensions
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Weight
Frame
Aluminium4Spec databasegsmarena.com/realme_16_pro+_5g-14363.phpRead 14 October 2026Build: glass front, aluminum frame, plastic back or silicone polymer back (eco leather).6Reviewgsmarena.com/realme_16_pro_plus-review-2919p2.phpRead 14 October 2026Design page: glossy metal frame. The back is bio-based organic silicone with a faux-leather look and the front glass is Gorilla Glass 7i.
Front
Corning Gorilla Glass 7i1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026
Back
Dust and water rating
Water resistance depth
Water resistance time
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MIL-STD-810
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SIM capacity
Stylus
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Stylus name
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Display
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Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
460.3ppi
452.8ppi
Aspect ratio
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Display type
Display type (as published)
Max refresh rate
Min refresh rate
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Touch sampling rate
480Hz1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026Advertised up to 480 Hz, with Game Turbo condition separately explicit in the exact overview.4Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-proRead 5 October 2026Exact UK overview footnote 23 requires Game Turbo mode for 480 Hz sampling.
Instant touch sampling
Display brightness (typical, claimed)
Outdoor brightness (claimed)
Peak display brightness (claimed)
Minimum brightness
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Colour depth per channel
HDR playback formats
PWM dimming frequency
Always-on display
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Front camera cutout
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Cover screen size
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Cover screen resolution
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Cover screen refresh rate
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Cover screen type
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Platform
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OS at launch
Software
Latest stable OS (verified)
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Chipset
MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026
Process
CPU cores
CPU configuration
APOCO X8 Pro
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cortex-A725 | 3.4 |
| 3 | Cortex-A725 | 3.2 |
| 4 | Cortex-A725 | 2.2 |
Source5Reviewgsmarena.com/poco_x8_pro-review-2946p4.phpRead 8 October 2026Exact-model Performance and benchmarks prose gives 1x3.4 GHz, 3x3.2 GHz and 4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A725. Only fixed hardware configuration is used. Tested 12 GB/512 GB benchmark results do not transfer to the 8 GB/256 GB reference.7Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-676361Read 8 October 2026SOC Q4/Q5 explicitly up to 3.4 GHz and 1+3+4 Cortex-A725 cores. The exact-model GSMArena performance prose independently supplies 3.4/3.2/2.2 GHz cluster clocks. No generic chipset maximum or benchmark score is imported.
Brealme 16 Pro+ 5G
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ARM Cortex-A720 | 2.8 |
| 4 | ARM Cortex-A720 | 2.4 |
| 3 | ARM Cortex-A520 | 1.8 |
Max CPU clock
3.4GHz
2.8GHz
GPU
NPU performance
Not available
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Memory
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RAM
RAM type
Storage (nominal)
256GB1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026Nominal marketed decimal GB. The default RAM/storage pairing is separately proved by the actual first-sale table.3Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/terms/poco-x8-pro-series-tcRead 5 October 2026Same exact 8 GB + 256 GB purchase row.
Storage type
Memory card
Max card size
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Rear cameras
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Physical rear cameras
APOCO X8 Pro
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | OIS | Field of view | Sensor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 50 | 1.5 | 1/1.95 inch | 0.8 | Not available | Yes | 78° | Sony IMX882 |
| Ultrawide | 8 | 2.2 | 1/4 inch | 1.12 | Fixed | Not available | 112° | SmartSens SC821 |
Source1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026One physical 50 MP Sony IMX882 main camera with OIS and one physical 8 MP ultrawide. The advertised 1.6 µm 4-in-1 super pixel is binned pitch, not native pixel pitch, so it is not used. The stored pixel sizes are native pitches from the support FAQ.7Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-676361Read 8 October 2026Camera Q1/Q4/Q7/Q8/Q11 explicitly supply the ultrawide sensor family, optical format, native pixel pitches, fields of view and fixed ultrawide focus. Main AF type is unspecified, so no autofocus technology is guessed. The existing main Sony IMX882 name remains. FAQ f/2.25 and UK spec f/2.2 for ultrawide aperture differ, so the new FAQ aperture is not substituted.
Brealme 16 Pro+ 5G
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | OIS | Optical zoom | Field of view | Sensor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 200 | 1.8 | 23 | 1/1.56 inch | 0.5 | PDAF | Yes | Not available | 84° | Samsung ISOCELL HP5 |
| Periscope telephoto | 50 | 2.8 | 80 | 1/2.76 inch | 0.64 | PDAF | Yes | 3.5× | 30° | Samsung ISOCELL JN5 |
| Ultrawide | 8 | 2.2 | 15 | 1/4.0 inch | 1.12 | Not available | Not available | Not available | 115.5° | OmniVision OV08D |
Source1Maker product pagerealme.com/eu/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specsRead 14 October 2026Ultra-wide 8 MP f/2.2 FOV 115.5 degrees, AF supported, 5P lens. Wide 200 MP f/1.8 FOV 84 degrees, AF supported, 2-axis OIS, 6P lens. Telephoto 50 MP f/2.8 FOV 30 degrees, AF supported, 2-axis OIS, 4P lens. The 3.5x zoom factor, sensor size, focal length, pixel size and sensor models come from GSMArena and the overview. The maker names no autofocus type for the ultrawide, so it is left out.4Spec databasegsmarena.com/realme_16_pro+_5g-14363.phpRead 14 October 2026Main 200 MP f/1.9 (the maker says f/1.8), 23 mm, 1/1.56 inch, 0.5 um, PDAF with OIS. Telephoto 50 MP f/2.8, 1/2.76 inch, 0.64 um, PDAF, OIS, 3.5x optical zoom, periscope. Ultrawide 8 MP, 116 degrees, 1/4.0 inch, 1.12 um, AF. The maker aperture is stored for the main camera.
Number of rear cameras
2
3
Main camera
50MP
200MP
Longest physical-lens optical zoom
Not available
3.5×
Maximum photo digital zoom
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Flash
Camera features
HDR photos, Motion tracking focus, Night mode, Time-lapse, Panorama, Documents mode, Timed burst7Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-676361Read 8 October 2026Camera and Camera Function Support List sections explicitly list these stock-camera features. No unconfirmed future OTA feature is added.
Maximum rear video rate per resolution
APOCO X8 Pro
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | Not available |
| 1280 | 720 | Not available |
Brealme 16 Pro+ 5G
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 120 |
| 1280 | 720 | 240 |
Max video resolution
3840 × 2160px
3840 × 2160px
Recorded video HDR formats
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Log recording
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Video recording codecs
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Video stabilisation
Maximum slow-motion capture rate
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Front camera
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Front cameras
APOCO X8 Pro
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | Sensor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 20 | 2.2 | 1/4 inch | 0.702 | Fixed | OmniVision OV20B40 |
Source1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026Exact 20 MP front camera. The spec page does not publish aperture, optical sensor format or AF technology. Those values come from the support FAQ.7Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-676361Read 8 October 2026Camera Q19/Q21/Q22/Q23/Q25 explicitly OV20B40, 1/4-inch optical format, 0.702 micrometre native pitch, fixed focus and f/2.2 aperture. The existing 20 MP camera is unchanged.
Brealme 16 Pro+ 5G
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | Field of view | Sensor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 50 | 2.4 | 1/2.88 inch | 0.61 | Fixed | 86.7° | OmniVision OV50D |
Source1Maker product pagerealme.com/eu/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specsRead 14 October 202650 MP f/2.4 FOV 86.7 degrees, 5P lens, AF not supported. Sensor size, pixel size and sensor model come from the GSMArena review.4Spec databasegsmarena.com/realme_16_pro+_5g-14363.phpRead 14 October 202650 MP f/2.4, 1/2.88 inch, 0.61 um. The spec table prints 23 mm and the review prints 22 mm, so the focal length is left out.
Maximum front video rate per resolution
APOCO X8 Pro
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
| 1280 | 720 | Not available |
Brealme 16 Pro+ 5G
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
| 1280 | 720 | 30 |
Front autofocus
No
No
Audio
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Stereo speakers
3.5 mm jack
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Audio features
Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Audio Wireless, Dolby Atmos1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026
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Network
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Network
2G bands
3G bands
B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B8, B191Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026
B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B8, B191Maker product pagerealme.com/eu/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specsRead 14 October 2026WCDMA bands 1/2/4/5/6/8/19.
4G bands
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B18, B19, B20, B26, B28, B66, B71, B38, B40, B41, B42, B481Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026Exact UK LTE band IDs. B66 is limited to 70 MHz, UL 1710–1780 MHz and DL 2110–2180 MHz.
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B17, B18, B19, B20, B26, B28, B32, B66, B38, B40, B41, B42, B43, B481Maker product pagerealme.com/eu/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specsRead 14 October 2026LTE FDD 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/26/28/32/66 and LTE TDD 38/40/41/42/43/48. Taken from the EU page band list, which has no band 71.
5G bands
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n26, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n71, n77, n78, n481Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026Exact UK NR n-prefixed bands. SA/NSA union only for this device where separately listed. No other regional model bands added.
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n26, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n77, n781Maker product pagerealme.com/eu/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specsRead 14 October 20265G NR n1/n2/n3/n5/n7/n8/n20/n26/n28/n38/n40/n41/n66/n77/n78. Taken from the EU page band list, which has no n71. Functions on the live network depend on the carrier.
5G modes
Maximum modem download rate
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Satellite
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Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Bluetooth
Bluetooth audio codecs
SBC, AAC, LDAC, LHDC 5.0, LC3, LHDC 2.0, LHDC 3.0, LHDC 4.01Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026Explicit phone Bluetooth codecs. ASHA and Auracast are features, so they are not listed as codecs.7Maker product pagemi.com/uk/support/faq/details/KA-676361Read 8 October 2026Bluetooth Q2 explicitly lists LHDC 2.0, 3.0 and 4.0 in addition to the existing supported codecs. ASHA, Auracast and LE Audio are not inserted as codecs. No Bluetooth version is used to infer a codec.
SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, LHDC 5.01Maker product pagerealme.com/eu/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specsRead 14 October 2026SBC, AAC, LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, LHDC 5.0.
NFC
Ultra-wideband
Not available
Positioning
BeiDou (B1I+B1C+B2a), GPS (L1+L5), Galileo (E1+E5a), GLONASS (G1), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026
BeiDou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS1Maker product pagerealme.com/eu/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specsRead 14 October 2026GNSS: Beidou, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS.
Dual-frequency GNSS
Connector
USB data standard
Video out over USB
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IR blaster
Features and sensors
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Fingerprint
Face unlock
Not available
Sensors
Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Electronic compass, Gyroscope, Flicker sensor1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026Maker sensor list. Infrared transmitter and vibration motor are represented in their own fields, not counted as sensors.
Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor, Color temperature sensor, E-compass, Accelerometer, Gyroscope1Maker product pagerealme.com/eu/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specsRead 14 October 2026Proximity, ambient light, colour temperature, e-compass, accelerometer and gyroscope. The fingerprint sensor and infrared remote are stored separately.
Extra buttons
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Haptic motor
X-axis linear vibration motor1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026
Battery and charging
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Rated battery capacity
6,840mAh1Maker product pagerealme.com/eu/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specsRead 14 October 2026The EU page lists 2x3420 mAh rated, equivalent to a 6840 mAh battery. The dual-cell pack is the only battery on the EU page. The global page also lists a single-cell 6850 mAh version.3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2541390_EN.pdfRead 14 October 2026Rated battery capacity 6 840 mAh. It matches the EU page.
Battery capacity (typical)
Rated battery energy
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Battery type
Claimed battery life
APOCO X8 Pro
Not availableBrealme 16 Pro+ 5G
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Gaming | 9.3 |
| Video streaming | 21 |
Maximum wired charging power (claimed)
Wired charging standards
USB PD 3.0, USB PD 2.0, USB PPS1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026Specifications state PD 3.0/PD 2.0. USB PPS is separately proved by the exact UK handset overview.4Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-proRead 5 October 2026UK specifications explicitly state PD 3.0/PD 2.0. Exact overview expressly states phone PPS universal charging protocol.
80 W Ultra Charge, 55 W PPS, 30 W VOOC, 13.5 W PD, 13.5 W QC1Maker product pagerealme.com/eu/realme-16-pro-plus-5g/specsRead 14 October 2026Compatible with 55 W PPS, 30 W VOOC, 13.5 W PD and 13.5 W QC.
Charge 0 to 50% (claimed)
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Charge 0 to 100% (claimed)
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Wireless charging
Wireless charging power
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Wireless standards
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Built-in alignment magnets
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Reverse wireless output power
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Reverse wired
Charger in box
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Included adapter rated power
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Measured
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Geekbench single-core
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Geekbench multi-core
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3DMark Wild Life Extreme
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AnTuTu
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Display brightness (measured)
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PWM dimming (measured)
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Mixed-use battery life (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
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EU label and regulatory
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EU energy class
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Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
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Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
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Drop resistance class
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Repairability class
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SAR head (US)
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SAR body (US)
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SAR head (EU)
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SAR body (EU)
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In the box
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In the box
POCO X8 Pro, USB Type-C Cable, SIM Eject Tool, Protective Case, Safety Information, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card1Maker product pagemi.com/uk/product/poco-x8-pro/specsRead 5 October 2026
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Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
gl123.alsgp0.mi-fds.com/gl123/POCO/P10_%20POCO%20X8%20Pro/P10_SI+QSG_%E6%AC%A7%E8%A7%848%E8%AF%AD%E7%89%88.pdf2Owner's manualgl123.alsgp0.mi-fds.com/gl123/POCO/P10_%20POCO%20X8%20Pro/P10_SI+QSG_%E6%AC%A7%E8%A7%848%E8%AF%AD%E7%89%88.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original manufacturer EU Safety Information document linked from the maker SG guide index. English sections personally read.
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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