But can it stand out in an already crowded mid-range segment?

Poco has officially unveiled the M8 Power as the latest addition to its M-series lineup, expanding the series with a new battery-focused "Power" variant. Alongside its massive 8,000mAh battery, the smartphone also features a 120Hz AMOLED display, the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset, and more. In this article, I'll discuss everything you need to know about the POCO M8 Power 5G, including its specifications, features, availability, and expected price in Nepal.
Key Highlights
Has an 8,000mAh battery that supports 45W fast charging and 22.5W reverse charging to power other devices.
Features a large 6.99-inch 120Hz AMOLED screen protected by Gorilla Glass 7i.
Runs on a Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 processor with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage.
Has an IP65 rating to protect against dust and water splashes.
Comes with a 50MP main camera and operates on HyperOS 3 with Android 16.
Poco M8 Power Overview
Design and Display
Starting with the design, the Poco M8 Power features a sleek profile with a metallic-finish middle frame and a premium matte back, giving it a clean and modern appearance despite housing a massive 8,000mAh battery. The smartphone is available in Black, Blaze Orange, and Green color options.
Moreover, it comes with Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection on the front and carries an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance, offering added durability against everyday wear and accidental splashes.

On the display front, the Poco M8 Power sports a 6.99-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, delivering a smooth and immersive viewing experience. Besides that, the panel supports the DCI-P3 wide color gamut and reaches up to 1,800 nits of peak brightness for improved outdoor visibility.
The display also features a 240Hz touch sampling rate for more responsive interactions and an in-display fingerprint scanner for convenient unlocking.
Performance and Software
Under the hood, the Poco M8 Power is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 chipset, built on an efficient 4nm process. The smartphone is designed to deliver a smooth experience for everyday tasks, multitasking, and entertainment.
To ensure stable performance during prolonged usage, it also features a 10,416 sq mm graphite heat dissipation system for improved thermal management. The M8 Power is paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of LPDDR4X UFS 2.2 storage.

Moving on to the software, the Poco M8 Power runs Android 16-based Xiaomi HyperOS 3 out of the box. Poco has also committed to four years of major upgrades and six years of security updates, providing long-term software support for users.
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Camera and Battery
For photography, the Poco M8 Power features a 50MP AI primary camera with EIS support and intelligent scene detection, allowing the camera to automatically optimize settings based on different shooting scenarios. POCO has also included dedicated AI Photography modes to enhance low-light images, portrait shots, and overall color reproduction.
While the camera setup isn't aimed at photography enthusiasts, it should be capable of delivering detailed daylight shots and reliable everyday photos. On the front, the smartphone houses an 8MP camera for selfies and video calls.

Coming to the battery, this is the biggest highlight of the Poco M8 Power. It packs a massive 8,000mAh silicon-carbon battery, which POCO claims can deliver up to three days of battery life on a single charge under typical usage. The phone also supports 45W wired fast charging, with the charger included in the box. Additionally, it offers 22.5W wired reverse charging, allowing users to charge compatible accessories or even another smartphone when needed.
Poco M8 Power Specifications:
- Design, build: 169.7 x 79.1 x 8.5 mm, 225 gm, IP65 rated, metallic-finish middle frame, premium matte back
- Display: 6.99-inch AMOLED, FHD+(2396 x 1080 pixels), 375PPI, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch response rate, 1800 nits (peak), 1200 nits (HBM), 960Hz PWM DC-Dimming, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i protection
- Chipset: Snapdragon 4 Gen 4
- Memory: Up to 8GB RAM, 128GB storage (expandable via microSD card)
- Software & UI: HyperOS 3 on top of Android 16
- Rear Cameras: Single (50MP), f/1.8
- Front Camera: 8MP sensor (hole-punch)
- Security: Fingerprint (in-display)
- Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 6 (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.1, OTG, USB-C, 5G, GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, NFC
- Battery: 8000 mAh with 45W fast wired charging, 22.5W reverse charging
Poco M8 Power Price in Nepal and Availability
The Poco M8 Power has been launched in India with a starting price of INR 24,999 for the 6GB/128GB variant, while the 8/128GB model is priced at INR 27,999 as a special launch offer. There is currently no information regarding the phone's official launch in Nepal. However, if it arrives in the Nepali market, we expect the Poco M8 Power price in Nepal to start at around NPR 40,099 for the base 6/128GB variant.
| Poco M8 Power | Price in India (Official) | Price in Nepal (Converted) |
| 6/128GB | INR 24,999 | NPR 40,099 |
| 8/128GB | INR 27,999 | NPR 44,899 |
- Meanwhile, watch our video about the best phones under one lakh in Nepal.
Article Last updated: August 4, 2026






