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POCO X8 Pro and X8 Pro Max Go on Sale in Mexico as Xiaomi Extends Rollout to Peru

Aggressive launch pricing and retailer perks underscore a push to pair flagship‑class hardware with broader budget options across Latin America.

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La nueva serie Poco X8 Pro incluye un modelo inspirado en Iron Man. (Foto: mi.com)
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Overview

  • Both models are officially available in Mexico via Xiaomi’s online store and Mercado Libre, with the series also listed for purchase in Peru at S/1,699 (X8 Pro) and S/2,499 (X8 Pro Max).
  • The X8 Pro Max features MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500s, 12 GB RAM, LPDDR5X and UFS 4.1 storage, a 1.5K 120 Hz AMOLED panel, IP68 rating, and an 8,500 mAh battery with 100 W charging and up to 27 W wired reverse charging.
  • The X8 Pro uses the Dimensity 8500 Ultra with 8/12 GB RAM and 256/512 GB storage, a 1.5K 120 Hz AMOLED display, IP68 protection, and a 6,500 mAh battery with 100 W charging and up to 27 W wired reverse charging.
  • Mexico launch pricing starts at 6,399 pesos for the X8 Pro and 8,899 pesos for the X8 Pro Max, with a 12/512 GB Iron Man edition of the X8 Pro available around 8,199 pesos; promotions run through March 30 with gifts and trial subscriptions.
  • Market context shows a layered strategy, with the premium POCO F8 Ultra discounted during AliExpress’s Anniversary campaign and the budget Poco C85 reported as a top seller in Mexico at about 2,488 pesos.