Xiaomi Poco F8 Ultra Review: specs and features, camera quality test, gaming benchmark, user opinions and photos

Xiaomi POCO F8 Ultra - How to Save Money Without Compromise

The Chinese company's Ultra-branded smartphones have rapidly gained popularity worldwide. The developer has successfully achieved a level of display quality, build materials, and technical specifications that rivals flagship devices at a significantly lower price. This concept is also evident in today's review.

Compared to its predecessor, the new model features a significantly updated design. The camera module is more streamlined and compact, integrated into a single exterior element with a subwoofer. Needless to say, the device boasts stunning sound from not two, but three speakers. Also noteworthy are the high-quality tempered glass back panel, metal frame, IP69 water resistance, and ultra-thin bezels on the 6.9-inch AMOLED display, which also features an integrated ultrasonic fingerprint scanner. The AMOLED panel boasts a 120Hz refresh rate, excellent peak brightness of 3500 nits, accurate color reproduction, and an effective oleophobic coating. The 2608x1200 resolution isn't record-breaking, but it's sufficient for decent content clarity.

The top-of-the-line Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, 12GB/16GB RAM, and Adreno 840 GPU deliver the best performance for Android devices. AnTuTu scores well over three million points, ensuring flawless performance not only of the Android 15 interface but also of all existing games and apps. Even the slightest lag is difficult to detect. Throttling does show up during stress tests, but it's unnoticeable in real-world use. The 6500mAh battery guarantees over 9-10 hours of active screen time. Both wired (100W) and wireless (50W) charging are very fast, so you won't have to spend long periods of time near a power outlet or power bank. The device offers 256GB/512GB of UFS 4.1 storage.

The camera capabilities are beyond reproach. The trio of 50-megapixel sensors (the main lens, a telephoto lens (5x optical zoom) with hybrid stabilization, and a wide-angle lens) handle both daytime and evening photography equally well. Blur and noise are difficult to discern, even with a lot of moving objects. Support for NFC, 5G, and eSIM, an IR port, a well-developed HyperOS interface, and, of course, a very affordable price tag further encourage this device to be called a future hit.