POCO Launches POCO F8 Series with F8 Ultra the cheapest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 smartphone available

Pricing info at POCO F8 Ultra Lazada Singapore S$899

Featuring Sound by Bose Technology, the POCO F8 Series Ushers In a New Era of Mobile Acoustics

POCO Expands Its AIoT Portfolio With POCO Pad X1 and POCO Pad M1, Enabling a Smarter, More Connected Lifestyle for the Next Generation

SINGAPORE, November 26, 2025 — POCO, the trailblazing technology brand beloved by young tech enthusiasts, today unveiled the POCO F8 Ultra and POCO F8 Pro at its global launch event in Bali—marking the brand’s official entry into the premium flagship segment. This milestone represents POCO’s boldest move yet as it steps confidently into the top-tier smartphone category, while continuing to deliver exceptional value through high-performance innovation.

A major highlight of the event was POCO’s newly announced partnership with Bose, the world-renowned audio engineering leader. Through this collaboration, the new POCO F8 Series integrates Sound by Bose technology to deliver clearer, deeper, and more immersive audio—setting a new benchmark for mobile listening.

POCO also expanded its AIoT ecosystem with the debut of POCO Pad X1 and POCO Pad M1, offering young users more ways to stay connected, creative, and entertained.

“Over the past seven years, POCO has grown into a major force in the smartphone industry, consistently breaking conventions with innovation,” said Kang Lou, Senior Product Marketing Manager and Spokesperson at POCO Global. “POCO F8 Series meets the expectations of a more diverse and demanding audience. POCO F8 Ultra defines what a true flagship should be, while POCO F8 Pro continues our mission to bring powerful, all-round flagship experiences to even more users. As POCO enters the premium segment, we remain committed to delivering high-quality, high-value products within everyone’s reach.”

POCO F8 Ultra: The Ultimate Flagship Statement

Leading the new POCO F8 Series, POCO F8 Ultra redefines next-generation flagship standards. Its dual-chipset architecture—combining the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 with the upgraded VisionBoost D8 chipset—pushes performance to new heights. Paired with a premium audio system featuring Sound by Bose technology, POCO F8 Ultra delivers an all-round flagship experience with immersive sound, captivating visuals, professional-grade photography, and modern design.

Ultra Performance Through Hardware–Software Synergy

As one of the first smartphones powered by Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5, POCO F8 Ultra exceeds 3,944,934 on AnTuTu.¹ The VisionBoost D8 chipset boosts gaming with Smart Frame Rate up to 120 FPS, Super Resolution up to 1.5K, and Game HDR.³ Its new GEX module introduces AI Super Resolution⁴ optimized for popular titles like Call of Duty: Mobile and Honkai: Star Rail. In testing, the device sustained 4.5 hours of 120 FPS gameplay with AI Super Resolution²³ and Game HDR enabled—without performance drops.²⁵

WildBoost Optimization refines CPU and GPU allocation, cutting heat and power consumption. POCO further enhances smoothness by optimizing 1% low frame rates—the metric that reflects worst-case performance dips. In a 2-hour FPS test at 120 FPS, POCO F8 Ultra recorded an average of 119.65 FPS and a 1% low of 89.71 FPS,⁶ while using only 3897.27 mW⁶—leading the competition.

LiquidCool Technology features a dual-layer, dual-channel 3D IceLoop system covering the SoC, motherboard, and even the camera module. With a massive 6700 mm² cooling area,⁶ heat is efficiently dispersed—even during extended gaming marathons.

Reinventing Mobile Audio With Sound by Bose

Audio takes center stage with the integration of Sound by Bose technology. Co-engineered with Bose, POCO F8 Ultra’s 2.1-channel triple-speaker system overcomes traditional compact-device limitations to deliver rich bass, clear vocals, and an immersive soundstage.

Two sound profiles are available:

• Dynamic — for deeper bass and fuller body
• Balanced — for clean, pure vocals

Nick Smith, President of Audio Technology Business and Chief Strategy Officer at Bose, noted: “By combining Bose’s acoustic expertise with POCO’s innovation, the F8 Series delivers clarity and depth that redefine mobile sound.”

Ultra Display: Introducing POCO HyperRGB

POCO F8 Ultra debuts the new POCO HyperRGB display—a full RGB subpixel OLED panel offering near-2K clarity with 19.5% lower power consumption than the previous generation.⁷ The global-first M10 luminescent material boosts efficiency by 11.4%,⁸ while all-day DC dimming and 1-nit minimum brightness ensure comfortable viewing. A spacious 6.9-inch screen⁹ with ultra-slim bezels enhances immersion for reading, gaming, and streaming.

Ultra-Grade Photography

POCO F8 Ultra features a 50MP Light Fusion 950 main camera with OIS and a large 1/1.31″ sensor—43% more light sensitivity.¹º A 1G+6P lens reduces flare and glare,¹¹ producing crisp, dynamic photos even in challenging light.

A new 50MP 5x periscope telephoto lens offers:

• 5x optical zoom
• 10x in-sensor zoom
• 20x Ultra Zoom

Advanced Motion Capture ensures sharp results even at a distance, while Super Moon Mode activates automatically at 20x zoom. A 50MP ultra-wide camera and 32MP intelligent wide-angle selfie camera round out the system.

New creative tools include 1440P ultra-clear dynamic shots, dynamic collages, and new positive and negative film filters for expressive, stylized photography.

Ultra Battery & Charging

With a massive 6500mAh (typ) battery—the largest ever on a POCO F-Series—POCO F8 Ultra delivers all-day endurance. It supports:

• 100W HyperCharge¹² — 0–100% in 38 minutes¹³
• 50W wireless HyperCharge¹⁴
• Smart charging¹⁵ that optimizes temperature, power distribution, and charging speed

Ultra-Refined Design & Durability

The premium aluminum alloy frame, ultra-slim bezels (1.5mm on three sides),⁶ and 6.9-inch display⁹ create a sleek, modern presence.

Two finishes are available:

• Denim Blue — crafted with Xiaomi’s third-generation nano-tech material
• Black — with a glass-fiber matte-gloss texture

With POCO Shield Glass and IP68 resistance,¹⁷ durability meets sophisticated style.

Ultra Connectivity & HyperOS Intelligence

Running Xiaomi HyperOS 3,¹⁸ POCO F8 Ultra introduces:

• Xiaomi HyperIsland¹⁹ for intuitive multitasking and live notifications
• Xiaomi HyperConnect²º for seamless cross-ecosystem workflow
• Xiaomi HyperAI²¹ with AI Writing²² and generative tools
• AI Agent – Gemini²³ powered by Google Gemini

Connectivity is enhanced with eSIM²⁴ and Xiaomi Astral Communication²⁵ featuring Xiaomi Surge T1+ and T1S tuners—boosting cellular, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, and GPS performance by up to 42%, 31%, and 15% respectively.²⁶

Exclusive perks include trials for Spotify Premium, YouTube Premium, and Google One (100GB).

POCO F8 Pro: All-Round Flagship Power Made Accessible

POCO F8 Pro offers a refined flagship-class experience at an accessible price point. It shares the industry-leading POCO HyperRGB display, Sound by Bose audio, HyperOS 3¹⁸, eSIM²⁴ support, and Xiaomi Astral Communication²⁵ seen on the Ultra variant.

Refined, Contemporary Craftsmanship

POCO F8 Pro features POCO’s first one-piece milled glass design with a seamless 1.3mm camera deco⁶ crafted from a single 2mm glass block through 41 precision processes. The glossy-matte dual-texture finish adds a premium, modern touch.

The metal middle frame and micro-curved edges balance durability with comfort, while the new 6.59-inch golden-ratio display and lightweight 199g body⁶ ensure excellent one-hand usability. The device also carries IP68 certification.¹⁷

Flagship Power With Smart Thermal Engineering

Powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Mobile Platform and enhanced by WildBoost Optimization, POCO F8 Pro delivers stable gaming and fast, fluid performance. A 6210mAh (typ) battery offers over 16 hours of usage⁶ and supports 100W HyperCharge for a 0–100% charge in just 37 minutes.²⁸

The new triple-layer 3D IceLoop system enhances thermal capacity by 40% compared to the previous generation,²⁹ ensuring consistent sustained performance.

Pro-Level Imaging With a New Telephoto Experience

For the first time, the POCO Pro lineup includes a dedicated telephoto camera:

• 50MP telephoto with 2.5x optical zoom
• 5x lossless zoom
• Motion Capture for moving subjects

A 50MP Light Fusion 800 main camera with OIS excels in backlit scenes and nighttime landscapes. Creative features like 1440P dynamic shots and positive/negative film filters further elevate mobile photography.

From November 26, 2025 to December 18, 2025, consumers can enjoy Early Bird Prices when they purchase the POCO F8 Series on mi.com, and its Shopee and Lazada stores. During this period, consumers who purchase a POCO Pad X1 or a POCO Pad M1 will receive a free cover as well. All promotions are available while stocks last. 

POCO Family Expanded: POCO Pad X1 and POCO Pad M1

During the event, POCO expanded its AIoT lineup with two new tablets, POCO Pad X1 and POCO Pad M1, designed to deliver powerful performance and versatile experiences for both work and play.

POCO Pad X1 is engineered for immersive and intelligent experiences, bringing powerful performance to gaming and multitasking. The device is powered by the Snapdragon® 7+ Gen 3 with 8GB of RAM and 512GB storage,³º delivering stable 120 FPS in the most demanding and top-tier games.⁶ Its 11.2-inch³¹ 3.2K display with an up to 144Hz refresh rate brings smooth,³² vivid visuals to every interaction, while the 8850mAh (typ) battery with 45W turbo charging ensures uninterrupted use. Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos® and 200% volume³⁴ boost deliver a rich, 3D audio experience, while Xiaomi HyperOS provides AI-driven tools for productivity,³⁵ creativity, and seamless cross-device collaboration.

For those seeking larger-screen entertainment, POCO Pad M1 sports a 12.1-inch³⁶ 2.5K display with up to 120Hz refresh rate,³⁷ delivering crisp visuals in every scene. This is complemented by its quad-speaker system, enhanced with Dolby Atmos®, which fills the room with rich sound and can boost volume by up to 300%,³⁸ cutting through ambient noise for an immersive audio experience. Powered by a massive 12,000mAh (typ) battery, the tablet keeps entertainment going for hours, while the Snapdragon® 7s Gen 4 Mobile Platform, combined with Xiaomi HyperOS,³⁵ delivers fluid performance, seamless cross-device interaction, and AI-driven tools for productivity and creativity, turning everyday tasks into effortless experiences.