Poco M8 5G Goes on Sale in India With Introductory Pricing and Bank Offers

The Poco M8 5G, the latest mid-range smartphone from Poco, went on sale in India on January 13, 2026, with attractive introductory pricing and limited-time launch offers. Unveiled on January 8, the device features a premium 6.77-inch 3D curved AMOLED display, a powerful Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor, a large 5,520 mAh battery, and long-term software support, positioning it as a strong contender in the competitive sub-Rs 20,000 segment.

The Poco M8 5G is priced at Rs. 18,999 for the base 6GB + 128GB variant, Rs. 19,999 for the 8GB + 128GB model, and Rs. 21,999 for the top-end 8GB + 256GB configuration. It is available in three stylish color5,520 mAh options: Carbon Black, Glacial Blue, and Frost Silver. For the first 12 hours of sale—from 12 pm IST to midnight on January 13—buyers can avail a special introductory price starting at Rs. 15,999 for the base model, thanks to a Rs. 1,000 launch benefit. This brings the effective pricing to Rs. 15,999 (6GB + 128GB), Rs. 16,999 (8GB + 128GB), and Rs. 18,999 (8GB + 256GB). Additional savings include a flat Rs. 2,000 instant cashback on purchases made using ICICI, HDFC, or SBI credit and debit cards. The smartphone is exclusively available on Flipkart during this launch phase.

The Poco M8 5G boasts a 6.77-inch full-HD+ (1,080x2,392 pixels) 3D curved AMOLED display with a 120 Hzcolor refresh rate, up to 3,200 nits peak brightness, a 240 Hz120 Hz touch sampling rate, and Wet Touch 2.0 support for seamless use with wet fingers. It is powered by Qualcomm’s 4nm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 SoC, paired with up to 8GB LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256GB UFS 2.2 storage. The device runs Android 15-based HyperOS 2.0 out of the box and is promised four years of major Android OS updates and six years of security patches.

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Photography capabilities include a 50-megapixel primary rear camera paired with a 2-megapixel depth sensor, while the front houses a 20-megapixel selfie camera. The setup supports 4K video recording. Powering the phone is a robust 5,520 mAha 240 Hz5,520 mAh battery with 45W wired fast charging and 18W wired reverse charging support.

Additional highlights include IP65 and IP66 ratings for dust and water resistance, SGS MIL-STD-810H durability certification, an in-display fingerprint sensor, and comprehensive connectivity options such as 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, and USB Type-C. Measuring 164x75.42x7.35 mm and weighing approximately 178 g, the Poco M8 5G combines a slim profile with practical durability.

With its blend of premium display, solid performance, long battery life, and extended software support at an aggressive price point, the Poco M8 5G is poised to appeal to budget-conscious buyers seeking a well-rounded smartphone experience in the mid-range category.