The global smartphone arena for performance-driven devices is about to get a new contender. Hot on the heels of the Redmi K90 series launch in China, strong evidence has emerged pointing to its international debut under the Poco banner. Fresh certification data confirms that the widely anticipated Xiaomi Poco F8 Pro is officially in the works for markets outside China, signaling that a launch could be just around the corner.
For enthusiasts who have been tracking the brand's strategy, this move comes as no surprise. Xiaomi has a well-established pattern of rebranding its Redmi K-series phones for the global market under the Poco lineup, a strategy that has yielded popular models like the Poco F1, F3, and more recently, the Poco F7 Pro.
The Smoking Gun: NBTC Certification Confirms Poco F8 Pro
While Xiaomi has remained tight-lipped about its official plans, the veil of secrecy is beginning to lift. The existence of the Poco F8 Pro has been concretely confirmed by a recent certification from Thailand's National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC).
The official NBTC certification database listing, which you can view directly, leaves little room for doubt.
This certification, crucial for selling mobile devices in Thailand, lists the model number "2510DPC44G" and clearly identifies it as the global variant of the Poco F8 Pro. While the NBTC listing is a necessary regulatory step and doesn't reveal juicy specs like the processor or camera details, its primary importance is undeniable: it confirms the phone's name and its impending arrival in global markets.
Connecting the Dots: From Redmi K90 to Poco F8 Pro
The breadcrumbs leading to this revelation are clear. The Redmi K90 series was recently unveiled in China, featuring two powerful models: the standard Redmi K90 and the top-tier Redmi K90 Pro Max.
Given that last year's Redmi K80 was rebadged as the Poco F7 Pro for international audiences, the logical successor is a rebranding of the new Redmi K90 into the Poco F8 Pro. This strategy allows Xiaomi to leverage the strong R&D and design from its Chinese portfolio while marketing it to a different demographic under the performance-focused Poco brand.
A Whole Series on the Horizon? Enter the Poco F8 Ultra
In a twist that suggests a broader launch, the Poco F8 Pro isn't the only device to receive certification. The NBTC also greenlit a model labeled "Poco F8 Ultra" with the model number 25102PCBEG.
This strongly hints that Xiaomi may be planning a dual-pronged attack for its next flagship-killer series. Speculation is rife that this "Ultra" variant could be a global rebrand of the most powerful model in the series, the Redmi K90 Pro Max. If true, this would give global users access to the absolute peak of the series' performance for the first time, a significant step up from previous launches.
As reported by GSMArena, the appearance of both models in certification databases so close together suggests a coordinated launch strategy.
What Do We Know So Far? Specs and Launch Timeline
With the "if" and "what" largely confirmed, the burning questions now are "when" and "with what specs?"
Launch Timeline Predictions:
Predicting a precise launch date for Poco devices is notoriously tricky. The Poco F7 series was announced in March 2025, while the Poco F6 series saw a May 2024 debut. This lack of a consistent annual pattern makes pinning down a date difficult. However, the appearance of certifications is typically one of the final steps before a launch, often occurring a few weeks to a couple of months beforehand. An announcement in the coming weeks seems highly plausible.
Expected Specifications:
While the NBTC certification is silent on specs, previous leaks and the known specs of the Redmi K90 provide a solid foundation for expectations. The Poco F8 Pro is expected to be a performance powerhouse, likely featuring a top-tier chipset like the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 or a powerful Dimensity series processor. It is also rumored to boast a robust cooling system to sustain performance during intense gaming sessions.
A previous leak has already shed light on the device's battery and charging capabilities, suggesting a large battery capacity complemented by very fast wired charging technology, potentially exceeding 100W.
The Bottom Line
The certification of the Xiaomi Poco F8 Pro is the clearest signal yet that the next generation of Poco flagship-killers is ready to make its global debut. While we await official confirmation from Xiaomi on the full specifications, pricing, and exact launch date, all signs point to an exciting new contender entering the competitive mid-range to flagship performance segment. For gamers and power users waiting for the next big thing, the Poco F8 Pro, and potentially the F8 Ultra, are undoubtedly devices to watch closely in the coming weeks.
Stay tuned for more updates as we learn more about the global launch of the Poco F8 series.
