Poco X8s launches in Vietnam
Poco has quietly listed a new compact flagship-grade mid-ranger, the Poco X8s, for pre-order on Xiaomi's official Shopee store in Vietnam. The listing went live on October 21, 2026, reported by ProPakistani and corroborated the same day by 91mobiles, unbox.ph, GSMDome and GadgetsNow. It is the fifth member of the Poco X8 family, joining the X8 Pro, X8 Pro Max, X8 and X8 Power.
The headline draw is the combination of a compact 6.35-inch 1.5K LTPO OLED display, a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset and 100W wired charging — a spec sheet that reads like a phone twice its class. Vietnam pricing starts at VND 11,500,000 (around $437) for the 8GB + 256GB model and VND 14,000,000 (around $532) for 12GB + 512GB, with launch vouchers cutting those to roughly $313 and $387 for early buyers, who also get free Redmi Buds 6 Play earbuds. Pre-orders ship between November 6 and 9.
Key specifications at a glance
- Display: 6.35-inch 1.5K LTPO OLED, 120Hz refresh rate, up to 3,500 nits peak brightness, 1.18mm slim bezels
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4nm)
- Memory: 8GB + 256GB / 12GB + 512GB (LPDDR5X RAM, UFS 4.0 storage)
- Cameras: 50MP main with OIS + 8MP ultrawide on the rear; 32MP front camera
- Battery: 6,330mAh with 100W wired and 100W PPS charging, 22.5W reverse wired charging
- Build: Metal frame, 8.06mm thin, 187g, IP68 dust and water resistance
- Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, IR blaster
- Software: Android 16 with HyperOS 3
- Colours: White, Black and Blue
A compact phone in a world of giants
Most mid-range phones now ship with displays of 6.7 inches or more, so the X8s's 6.35-inch panel stands out for buyers who want flagship performance in a phone that still fits comfortably in one hand. The 1.5K LTPO OLED with a 120Hz refresh rate and 3,500-nit peak brightness promises sharp text, smooth scrolling and strong outdoor visibility — helpful for Pakistan's bright daytime light.
If you want a sense of how small 6.35 inches actually is compared with today's phablets, run the figure through a free unit converter to see it in centimetres.
Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 performance
The Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 is Qualcomm's 4nm upper-mid-range platform, built to handle demanding games and heavy multitasking without flagship pricing. Paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, the X8s should feel fast for several years — an important consideration for buyers who keep a phone for three to four years, as most Pakistani buyers do.
Camera: a small reporting discrepancy to note
Most outlets — ProPakistani, GSMDome, GadgetsNow and 91mobiles — report a dual rear camera: a 50MP main sensor (the Light Fusion 800, with OIS according to unbox.ph) plus an 8MP ultrawide. A couple of outlets instead describe a triple setup adding a 50MP 2.5x telephoto. Until Poco's global spec sheet settles the matter, treat the dual-camera version as the confirmed spec. The 32MP front camera is consistent across all reports.
Battery and 100W charging
A 6,330mAh battery is generous for a 6.35-inch phone, and 100W wired charging should take it from empty to full in well under 40 minutes. Support for 100W PPS and 22.5W reverse wired charging means you can even top up a friend's phone from the X8s.
What does it mean for Pakistan?
Poco's X-series phones have a loyal following among Pakistani gamers and enthusiasts — we recently covered the Poco F9 on this blog, and the X8s is a different model aimed at the same crowd. The model number 2609CPC5FG has already been certified by Singapore's IMDA and by EEC and IECEE bodies, which strongly signals a wider international rollout beyond Vietnam.
No Pakistan price or launch date has been announced. The Vietnam price of around $437 converts to roughly Rs 1.23–1.25 lakh at current exchange rates — but that is a straight currency conversion, not a local retail price, and importers' PTA registration costs would push any grey-market unit higher. Expect any official Pakistan launch, if it happens, to sit near the existing mid-range champions: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 5G launched officially here on October 15 at Rs 99,999.
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Frequently asked questions
When will the Poco X8s launch in Pakistan?
There is no announced Pakistan launch date yet. The phone is currently on pre-order in Vietnam only, shipping November 6–9, 2026. Certification listings suggest a wider rollout is likely, so Pakistan may follow.
What is the Poco X8s price in Pakistan?
Unknown. Vietnam pricing is VND 11,500,000 (~$437) for 8GB + 256GB and VND 14,000,000 (~$532) for 12GB + 512GB. Do not trust any retailer quoting a "Pakistan price" until Poco or an official distributor confirms it.
Does the Poco X8s have a telephoto camera?
Most reports say no — the confirmed spec is a 50MP main (OIS) plus an 8MP ultrawide. A few outlets mention a 50MP 2.5x telephoto, but this is unverified.
Is the Poco X8s good for gaming?
On paper, yes: Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM, 120Hz LTPO OLED and a 6,330mAh battery are a strong gaming combination in this price band.
Final word
The Poco X8s is the compact mid-ranger the market has been asking for — small body, flagship-class screen and charging, and a launch price under $320 with vouchers. For Pakistan, the story now is patience: watch for certification and distributor news, and buy only PTA-registered stock when it lands.
