POCO has unintentionally revealed the pricing for its upcoming X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max on the European Xiaomi store, showing a base price of €399.90 for the 8 GB/256 GB X8 Pro and €449.90 for the 512 GB variant. The Max model follows a similar tiered structure, confirming a sub‑€500 price point for flagship‑level specs.
Official Pricing Breakdown
The leaked page lists two clear configurations for the X8 Pro:
- Base model: 8 GB RAM, 256 GB storage – €399.90
- Higher‑capacity model: 8 GB RAM, 512 GB storage – €449.90
The X8 Pro Max is expected to sit just above these tiers, likely starting around €500, though exact figures weren’t displayed.
Base Model vs. Higher Capacity
Choosing the 256 GB version saves you about €50, but the 512 GB option gives you ample space for media, games, and large apps—something many power users appreciate.
Design and Colour Options
Both phones will arrive in two primary finishes:
- Midnight Black – a sleek, understated look
- Nebula Blue – a vibrant, gradient‑inspired hue
The X8 Pro Max adds an exclusive Aurora Green variant, expanding the palette for those who want something a bit different.
Market Positioning and Competitive Edge
By pricing the X8 Pro under €450, POCO aims to undercut many mid‑range rivals while still offering 8 GB of RAM and a high‑end chipset. This strategy puts the device ahead of several Samsung A‑series models and many OnePlus mid‑range phones, forcing competitors to reconsider their own pricing and feature bundles.
Impact on Consumers and Developers
For you, the leak provides a concrete benchmark: you now know exactly how much you’ll pay for each storage option and can compare specs before the official launch. From a developer’s perspective, a sub‑€400 phone with 8 GB of RAM expands the pool of devices capable of handling demanding multitasking and graphics‑intensive apps without extensive memory‑saving tricks.
Developer Perspective
“When a device hits this price‑to‑performance sweet spot, it pushes the whole Android ecosystem forward,” says a senior smartphone reviewer who’s followed POCO’s releases for years. “Apps that once targeted only flagship hardware can now run smoothly on mid‑range phones, and the X8 Pro could become a new baseline for high‑performance Android experiences.”
What to Expect Next
Retailers are likely to adjust pre‑order plans, and carriers may roll out exclusive bundles to stay competitive. Keep an eye on official announcements for final specs, battery capacity, and camera details—but the pricing leak already signals that POCO is ready to shake up the mid‑range market once again.
