POCO M8 goes on sale in India from Jan 13 at ₹15,999: AMOLED Display, Snapdragon Power, Big Battery

If you have been waiting for a no-nonsense 5G phone that does not drain your wallet, this information deserves your attention. The POCO M8 is officially set to go on sale in India on January 13, 2026, and at a starting price of ₹18,999, this is clearly targeting the crowded mid-range battlefield.

This is not a flashy flagship-killer announcement. This is POCO doing what it does best, packing strong specs into a price that makes competitors uncomfortable. This time POCO is playing a smart and disciplined game.

POCO M8 price and launch offers

The POCO M8 price in India starts at ₹18,999 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant. But here’s the real headline: for the first 12 hours of sale today, the effective starting price drops to ₹15,999.

The POCO M8 will be sold at a starting price of  ₹18,999 in India for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage. However, here is the real headline: for the first 12 hours of sale today, the effective starting price drops to ₹15,999.

Price breakup during the introductory window:

• 6GB + 128GB: ₹15,999
• 8GB + 128GB: ₹16,999
• 8GB + 256GB: ₹18,999

On top of that, POCO is providing an instant cashback of flat ₹2,000 on ICICI, HDFC and SBI credit or debit cards. The device is available exclusively on Flipkart in Carbon Black, Glacial Blue, and Frost Silver.

This type of pricing pressure is exactly what the mid-range market needs right now.

POCO M8 Display and Design 

The POCO M8 has a 6.77-inch Flow AMOLED with FHD + resolution and 120Hz refresh rate.  This is where POCO makes a strong impression. AMOLED panels are becoming common, and a 120Hz smooth screen at this price still feels like a victory.

The phone also has these features:

• Bezel-less punch-hole design
• Bright, sharp color output
• Dust and water resistance

In daily use, this kind of display is more important than benchmark numbers. The scrolling feels smooth, videos pop, and the phone does not scream “budget” when you hold it.

POCO M8 Performance 

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 is the processor of the POCO M8. It is an octa-core chip clocked up to 2.4GHz, paired with either 6GB or 8GB RAM.

This phone is not competing to boast about gaming. Instead, it provides smooth daily performance for:

• Social media
• Streaming
• Multitasking
• Casual gaming

For most users, that is exactly the balance that matters.

POCO M8 Camera Setup

The POCO M8 has a primary rear camera of 50MP with a depth sensor of 2MP. It supports 4K video recording at 30fps, which is impressive at this price.

On the front, it has a 20MP wide-angle camera with screen flash, which is good for selfies and video calls.

Is it a camera-focused phone? No.
Is it reliable for daily photos, social media and video recording? Absolutely.

POCO's decision to avoid unnecessary frills here seems refreshingly sensible.

POCO M8 Battery Life 

Battery is where the POCO M8 really shines. It has a 5,520mAh battery with 45W wired fast charging and goes further to allow 18W wired reverse charging.

In real-world terms, that means:

• Easy full-day usage, often stretching into day two
• Fast top-ups without stress
• Less dependency on power banks

For students, office users or anyone tired of carrying a power bank, this alone makes the phone worth considering.

Should You Care About POCO M8?

Yes, especially if you are shopping under ₹20,000.

The POCO M8 doesn’t chase hype. The POCO M8 doesn't chase hype. It is a complete package: a fantastic display, reliable performance, clean Android 15, strong battery life and a sensible camera setup. 

Poco M8 is a smart, honest, and well-timed product in a world where the market is saturated with hyperbole claims. If POCO maintains this pricing momentum beyond launch day, this phone can easily become one of the most useful mid-range phones of early 2026.

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