The Poco F8 series is officially getting the spotlight, with Xiaomi now teasing its worldwide launch. The first wave will bring two models the Poco F8 Pro and Poco F8 Ultra set to launch globally on November 27, 2025.
Poco F8 series signals a bold return
Xiaomi’s teasers make it clear: the Poco F8 series isn’t far off. After a wave of rumors, the company has now confirmed that two models will lead the charge. If Xiaomi’s previous launch playbooks are anything to go by, we can expect these phones to aim squarely at performance-first users who want flagship-grade specs without a flagship price.
The Poco F8 Ultra surfaces on Geekbench with 16GB RAM and Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 power, setting the stage for a bold global debut.
Poco F8 Ultra might mirror the Redmi K90 Pro Max
One major clue dropped in the official teaser suggests that the Poco F8 Ultra could be a global rebrand of the Redmi K90 Pro Max. That wouldn’t be surprising Xiaomi has pulled this move before. The K90 Pro Max already made waves in China with its top-tier Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, 1 TB storage option, and 16 GB RAM.
Its display is massive at 6.9 inches, features a 120 Hz refresh rate, supports HDR10+, and peaks at 3,500 nits. Audio-wise, it packs a Bose-tuned dual stereo speaker setup. On the back, there’s a triple 50 MP camera system, and under the hood sits a 7,560 mAh battery supported by 100 W fast charging.
Poco F8 Pro to bring flagship-lite specs
Meanwhile, the Poco F8 Pro looks set to be a rebranded version of the Redmi K90. Though not quite at Ultra levels, this model still brings some punch. It runs the same Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC and sports a slightly smaller 6.59-inch display. The battery dips to 7,100 mAh but adds a 2.5x telephoto camera for extra shooting versatility.
Standard Poco F8 could arrive later
Xiaomi hasn’t said much about the vanilla Poco F8 yet, but based on past trends, it might come later. If it mirrors the Redmi Turbo 5 Pro, that would align with last year’s strategy, where the Poco F7 was a rebadged Turbo 4 Pro. Most signs point to an early 2026 release for the standard model.
What to expect from it lineup
If Xiaomi’s rebranding strategy holds true, here’s a quick breakdown of what to expect:
- Poco F8 Ultra – Rebranded Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Poco F8 Pro – Rebranded Redmi K90
- Poco F8 (Standard) – Likely based on Redmi Turbo 5 Pro
That rebrand-heavy roadmap might not be fresh, but it’s a proven one. It lets Xiaomi push premium specs out globally without reinventing the wheel.
A November launch, a global signal
With November 27 fast approaching, Xiaomi’s latest teasers point to more than just a product drop. The Poco F8 series looks set to flex serious specs without blowing up price tags. For fans waiting for global access to high-performance smartphones, this one’s worth watching.
The clock’s ticking and this launch might just shake up the value flagship space.
