POCO has returned to the Indonesian market with five new phones across entry-level, mid-range, and flagship tiers in the first half of 2026. The lineup stands out less because of its size than because of how sharply each model is positioned for a different kind of buyer.
From a Rp1 million starter model to a top-tier device with BOSE audio hardware, the range shows how POCO continues to push high-spec combinations at every price point. The result is a lineup built around fast displays, large batteries, and chipsets aimed at daily use, gaming, and photography.
POCO C81 Pro opens the lineup at the lowest price
The POCO C81 Pro is the most affordable of the five and arrived on 4 May 2026 for the Rp1 million segment. It uses a 6.9-inch IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 6000 mAh battery.
POCO keeps the package practical with a mono speaker, a 3.5 mm audio jack, a fingerprint scanner on the power button, and IP52 certification. That mix makes the C81 Pro a straightforward option for users who want a large screen and long battery life without moving into higher price brackets.
POCO X8 Pro is the gaming-focused option
Launched on 2 April 2026, the POCO X8 Pro sits in the X series and targets users who want stronger performance. It runs on the Dimensity 8500 Ultra, pairs that chip with a 6.59-inch AMOLED panel, and carries a 6500 mAh battery with 100W charging.
The camera setup includes a 50MP Sony IMX882 main camera with OIS and 4K@60fps video recording. POCO also includes an 8MP ultrawide camera, a 20MP front camera, stereo speakers, an in-display fingerprint scanner, an infrared transmitter, and IP68 or IP69 protection.
POCO X8 Pro Max stretches the X series further
The POCO X8 Pro Max arrived in the same release window but pushes the formula harder with a 6.83-inch AMOLED display. It is powered by the Dimensity 9500s and backed by an 8500 mAh battery, while keeping 100W charging support.
Its camera system upgrades to a 50MP Light Fusion 600 main camera with OIS and 4K@60fps recording. The rest of the package remains familiar, with an 8MP ultrawide camera, a 20MP front camera, stereo speakers, an in-display fingerprint scanner, an infrared transmitter, and IP68 or IP69 certification.
POCO F8 Pro moves into flagship territory
Higher up the portfolio, the POCO F8 Pro appeared on 4 February 2026 and is clearly aimed at the premium crowd. It uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite, comes with 12GB of RAM, and offers 512GB of storage.
Its rear camera array is more versatile than the X series models because it adds a 50MP telephoto camera with 2.5x optical zoom. The main sensor is a 50MP Light Fusion 800 unit, joined by an 8MP ultrawide camera for a more complete flagship-style setup.
POCO F8 Ultra sits at the top with BOSE audio hardware
At the top of the range, the POCO F8 Ultra uses the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and pairs it with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. It also features a 6.9-inch AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate.
The strongest differentiator is audio. POCO equips the phone with stereo speakers and a BOSE subwoofer speaker on the back, alongside an in-display fingerprint scanner, an infrared transmitter, and IP68 protection.
Prices show how broad POCO’s 2026 strategy has become
The pricing gap across the five phones is wide and deliberate. The C81 Pro starts at Rp1.8 million for the 4/64GB variant and Rp1.9 million for 4/128GB, while the X8 Pro ranges from Rp5.7 million to Rp6.9 million for the Iron Man Edition.
The X8 Pro Max is listed at Rp7.4 million for 12/256GB and Rp7.9 million for 12/512GB. Meanwhile, the F8 Pro is priced at Rp8.9 million and the F8 Ultra at Rp11.9 million for the 16/512GB configuration.
Together, the five models show how POCO is building a product ladder that stretches from entry-level buyers to users looking for flagship performance and premium audio. The company is also known to have launched the M series abroad, leaving room for additional releases in the next wave.