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Poco X8 Rumored to Pack 8,340 mAh Battery, Snapdragon 6s Gen 4

Simon Ellis 2 min read

Poco X8 rumors point to an 8,340 mAh battery and Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 processor, prioritizing longevity over raw performance gains.

Poco X8 Rumored to Pack 8,340 mAh Battery, Snapdragon 6s Gen 4
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Xiaomi is reportedly preparing the Poco X8 for a global launch, and the most significant change for buyers is a massive jump in battery capacity. The device is expected to pack an 8,340 mAh cell, which would represent a substantial increase over the Poco X7. This upgrade directly addresses the primary concern for users who rely on their phones for extended periods away from a charger.

Massive battery upgrade and processor switch define the upcoming device

The smartphone will likely run on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 processor. This marks a shift from the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra found in the previous generation Poco X7. The processor switch indicates that Xiaomi is positioning the Poco X8 within a different chipset ecosystem.

Poco X8 Rumored Specifications

  • Battery: 8,340 mAh
  • Primary Camera: 50 MP
  • Auxiliary Camera: 2 MP
  • Processor: Snapdragon 6s Gen 4
  • Predecessor Processor: Dimensity 7300 Ultra

Camera specifications are expected to mirror those of the Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G. Kacper Skrzypek asserts that the Poco X8 will retain the 50 MP primary and 2 MP auxiliary lens that Xiaomi includes in the Redmi Note 17 Pro. This setup retains the dual-camera arrangement commonly found in this market segment.

Performance benchmarks from Notebookcheck suggest that the switch to the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 yields marginal performance gains at best. While the battery capacity sees a major boost, users should not expect a dramatic leap in processing speed. The device seems to emphasize battery longevity rather than maximum processing speed.

We've been tracking Poco X8 closely — see our earlier coverage on OnePlus Nord CE 6 vs Poco X8 Pro. Global release details and pricing remain unconfirmed at this time. The focus for now is on the confirmed hardware shifts in battery and camera layout.

The Poco X8 focuses on significant battery improvements instead of a comprehensive hardware redesign. Buyers looking for longer screen-on time will find the 8,340 mAh capacity compelling. The device is expected to launch globally, though specific dates are still pending.

Source: NotebookCheck

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