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Special edition smartphones often focus
heavily on their visual appeal. That
said, it seems the new Poco X8 Pro Iron
Man edition doesn’t only give that
thematic look, but also attempts to
combine a collector’s phone with capable
hardware. From the glossy Iron Man
themed back panel to the custom software
interface, this phone embraces the
genius billionaire Playboy
philanthropist aesthetic throughout the
entire experience. However, beyond the
Tony Stark vibes, how does the phone
handle everyday tasks? Hello from the
other side, CJ here. In this review,
we’re taking a closer look at how the
Poco X8 Pro Edition performs. Can this
be your next lady driver? Let’s find
out.
First up, let’s talk about how the phone
looks. As the name suggests, the Poco X8
Pro Iron Edition features design
elements inspired by the fictional hero.
And we see that immediately out of the
box. You get a glossy back panel
featuring a full Iron Man themed print.
Though the finish is smooth and
reflective, which can be a bit of a
fingerprint magnet. Thankfully, it does
come with a case that follows the same
theme. It fits snugly and compliments
the Iron Man motive while adding minimal
bulk. And if you look closely, you can
see
that Iron Man engravingish
inside. And here’s the back. Its edges
provide extra grip which helps when
using the phone for extended periods
whether gaming or browsing. Despite the
flashy design, the phone itself is wellb
built and the front panel is protected
by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i which should
help repel scratches and minor bumps.
The phone is 8.38 mm thin and weighs
about 201 g. It bends comfortably in the
hand and feels similar in size to many
current mid-range and upper mid-range
smartphones. The phone also carries an
IP68 rating, meaning it’s resistant to
dust and capable of surviving immersion
in water for a short time. While this
doesn’t mean that we should be
intentionally dunking the phone
underwater, it does add some peace of
mind for everyday situations like
accidental spills or a sudden rain. And
in the Philippines, that helps a lot.
Flip the phone over. It features a 6.59
in AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution
that translate to 2756 x 1268 pixels.
The panel supports 100 Hz refresh rate.
Brightness is another strong point. The
display can reach 3500 nits of peak
brightness with 2,000 nits in high
brightness mode or HPM and 800 [music]
nits typical brightness. In daily use,
this means the screen remains readable
even under harsh sunlight. The display
also supports HDR10 plus and Dolby
Vision, allowing compatible streaming
content to take advantage of improved
contrast and color accuracy. There’s
Dolby Atmos support here as well,
complemented with stereo speakers
capable of producing clear and
sufficient loud audio for videos, games,
and music. That said, the speaker
quality could be better in my opinion.
While they are perfectly usable, the
overall output lacks some depth and
fullness, but it does have good highs
and decent mids nonetheless. For
security, the phone uses an indisplay
fingerprint sensor which works quickly
and reliably in most situations. Face
unlock is also available as an
additional option for quick access.
Overall, the display remains one of the
highlights of the device, being able to
offer good color reproduction and smooth
visuals for both everyday use and media
consumption. Talking about the cameras,
the Poco X8 Pro IM Edition features a
dual rear camera setup. The main camera
uses a 50 megapixel sensor with optical
image stabilization. The second camera
is an 8 megapixel ultrawide lens and for
selfies you get a 20 megapixel front
camera. In good lighting, the main
camera captures detailed images with
balanced colors. Photos taken outdoors
generally show good clarity while indoor
shots remain usable as long as lighting
conditions are reasonable. Like most
ultra wide cameras in this class, it
offers more framing flexibility but
slightly lower detail compared to the
main sensor. Selfies appear clear in
good lighting and are suitable for
social media or video calls. Meanwhile,
video recording on the rear camera
supports 4K at 60 frames per second and
benefits from electronic stabilization
and the OIS on the main sensor. This
combination makes the footage look more
stable while achieving the high
resolution and high frame rate quality.
The front camera though is limited to
1080p at 60 frames per second. This is a
sample video of the Poco X8 Pro Edition
shooting at 1080p at 60 frames per
second using the front camera. So, this
is what it looks like.
Yeah. So, what do you guys think? Do you
like it? Let us know in the comment
section below. Overall, the camera setup
focus on providing a reliable main
camera while including an ultra wide
lens for additional shooting
flexibility. Powering the Poco X8 Pro
Edition is the Music Dimensity 8500
Ultra. And our review unit came with 12
GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage. You can
see our benchmark results here in Anut2u
version 11. It achieved over 2 million
points, which is honestly a solid score.
In 3D Mark Wildlife, it managed to get
maxed out. And testing it out for
Wildlife Extreme, which is a more
demanding graphical benchmark, it got
about 23 FPS of average frame rate.
Setting the numbers aside, the phone
feels smooth and responsive for everyday
use. App launches are quick, navigating
through the interface is a breeze, and
multitasking is handled pretty well
thanks to the generous RAM. Switching
between apps really result in reloads,
and the overall experience feels
consistent. Gaming performance benefits
from this upgraded hardware as well. In
Mobile Legends, the phone runs the game
smoothly at 120 fps, even with high
graphic settings. In [music] our
experience, it didn’t stutter one bit
during team fights where multiple
effects are happening on the screen.
Meanwhile, more demanding titles push
the chipset further, but surprisingly,
the phone managed quite well. In
weathering waves, the phone is capable
of running the game at maxed out
settings with almost little to no lag,
even during combat sequences. However,
the trade-off becomes more noticeable in
terms of thermals. When running
Withering Waves at these maxed out
graphical settings, the phone starts to
heat up fairly quickly in less than 5
minutes of gameplay. The heat is most
noticeable near the upper portion of the
device. While the phone remains
playable, the increase in temperature is
something that users may notice during
extended gaming sessions, but that’s to
be expected. So, I’d suggest keeping the
graphics settings to low or medium to
maintain a relatively cooler thermal.
Overall, the Poco X8 Pro Edition
delivers strong performance for its
class. Benchmark results in real world
usage both point to a capable chipset
that can handle everyday tasks and
demanding games. The Bo X8 Pro IM
Edition runs on Xiaomi Hyper OS3 but on
top of Android 16. The interface feels
smooth and responsive mainly because
it’s using strong hardware. Navigating
through menus, switching between apps,
and performing everyday tasks rarely
result in stutters or slowdowns. Because
this is the IM edition, the software
experience also carries a unique theme
that reflects the collaboration. The
Iron Man UI elements appear across the
system from wallpapers and custom app
icons, giving the phone a more thematic
feel compared to standard versions of
the device. This theme ties in with the
overall design of the phone and helps
reinforce the Iron Man branding
throughout the user experience rather
than limiting it to just the exterior
design, and to me that is a nice touch.
Furthermore, customization options
remain with Hyper OS’s strengths. Users
can adjust themes, icon styles, and
system layouts to suit their
preferences. The interface also includes
several useful features such as floating
windows, split screen view, and a suite
of AI tools like Xiaomi HyperAI,
including Google Circle to search and
Gemini. However, like many Xiaomi
devices, the phone comes with several
pre-installed apps. These contribute to
a certain level of bloatware, although
many of them can be uninstalled or
disabled if you don’t want them. That
reminds me, you can watch our video
about what’s new with Hyper OS3. It
includes some tips and tricks like
disabling ads and whatnot. Despite this,
the overall UI experience remains
reliable. Battery wise, the PO X8 Pro
Edition features a 6,500 mAh battery,
which is larger than what most phones
offer nowadays. In our PC Mark battery
test, it garnered a result of 16 hours
and 47 minutes. That’s enough to
comfortably get you almost an entire day
of use, even if you’re gaming, streaming
videos, or doom scrolling through social
media. Charging [music] is fast thanks
to 100 watts wired charging, which
refills the phone from zero to 100 in no
time. The phone also supports up to 27
watts of reverse wired charging, [music]
allowing it to charge other devices or
even other accessories over wired
connection. There’s still no bypass
charging here, but just like its Pro Max
sibling, the Poco X8 Pro has this smart
charging [music] feature that
automatically adjusts charging speed
based on the battery level, temps,
[music] and usage. One caveat though,
there’s no charging brick in the box.
It’s disappointing, but I’m not
surprised at this point since every
other company is doing it. But for a
special limited edition, it would be
cool to see a custom Iron Man themed
power brick. You do get a red cable
[music] though, so at least we get
something. Connectivity options include
dual nano SIM with 5G support, Wi-Fi 6,
Bluetooth, GPS, and USB, and NFC.
However, there’s still no eim support,
so that’s something to keep in mind.
Now, here comes a verdict. The Poco X8
Pro IM Edition surely focuses on
performance, battery life, and
multimedia features while adding a theme
design that appeals to Marvel fans
alike. Its AMOLED display is sharp and
bright. The Demenity 8500 Ultra chip
handles everyday tasks and gaming well,
and the large battery helps the phone
last through longer use. Gaming
performance is generally strong, though
very demanding titles may require small
adjustments to graphics settings to keep
thermals cool. And while the dual camera
setup is relatively simple, the main
sensor provides dependable results for
casual mobile photography. As of making
this video, we don’t have the official
price tag for the Poco X8 Pro Edition
just yet. But if the price is right, for
you who are looking for a phone with
strong overall performance, solid
battery life, and a distinctive design,
the Poco X8 Pro Edition is a phone worth
looking into.
But what about you? What do you think of
this bad boy? Will you get it anytime
soon? Let us know in the comment section
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Special edition phones are always a treat for collectors, but what happens when you combine that collector’s appeal with genuinely capable hardware? That’s exactly the question we set out to answer with the POCO X8 Pro Iron Man Edition. We’ve seen themed phones before, but this one promises more than just a flashy back panel. It’s trying to be a true daily driver wrapped in Tony Stark’s iconic red and gold. In our latest video review, we go beyond the unboxing to see if this phone lives up to its superhero branding. Does it have the power to match its looks, or is it all style and no substance? We put it through its paces, from its custom software interface to its everyday performance, to see if it’s worthy of being your next main gadget. Watch as we explore whether this is a true collector’s item you can actually use, or just another pretty face in the crowded mid-range arena.
What You’ll See in This Video
- Glossy Iron Man-themed back panel that’s a definite fingerprint magnet (but comes with a matching themed case!).
- Protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i on the front for scratch and bump resistance.
- Features a custom software interface that fully embraces the Iron Man aesthetic throughout the experience.
- Built with an IP68 rating, adding a layer of durability to its stylish design.
- Weighs 201g with a thickness of 8.38mm, offering a comfortable grip similar to other mid-range phones.
Curious to see how this superhero phone performs in real life? Does it have the ‘genius, billionaire, playboy, philanthropist’ energy it promises? Watch our full video review to see if the POCO X8 Pro Iron Man Edition is powerful enough to be your next daily driver!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the POCO X8 Pro Iron Man Edition officially available in the Philippines?
While the video reviews the unit, official Philippine availability and pricing for this special edition are best confirmed with POCO Philippines’ official channels.
Does the themed design affect the phone’s performance or software?
According to our review, the phone runs a custom software interface that fully embraces the Iron Man theme, but we test to see if this impacts everyday speed and usability.
Is the back panel as slippery as it looks in photos?
The glossy finish can be slippery, but the included case not only matches the theme but also adds much-needed grip, which is great for gaming or long browsing sessions.
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