The Poco X8 Pro is proving that you don’t need a flagship-level price tag to get flagship-class gaming performance. In hands-on testing, this budget-friendly Android phone delivers impressively high frame rates across popular games, making it a standout option for anyone who wants smooth, responsive gameplay without spending top dollar.
In PUBG Mobile, the Poco X8 Pro can hit up to 120 fps when using low settings, which is a big deal for competitive players who value fluid motion and fast reaction times. What’s even more surprising is that high frame rate (HFR) gaming isn’t limited to the lowest graphics options. Even at medium graphics (HD setting), the phone still pushes well beyond the typical 60 fps experience, averaging more than 89 fps. That means you can keep visuals looking sharp while still enjoying noticeably smoother performance.
If you prefer higher visual detail, the Poco X8 Pro continues to impress. At a high detail level (UHD), it can deliver stable 60 fps gameplay—performance that’s usually associated with today’s premium smartphones. This puts the device in a strong position for gamers who want both cleaner visuals and consistent frame pacing during fast scenes.
The real test for any mobile gaming phone, though, is how it handles demanding titles. Using Genshin Impact as a benchmark, the Poco X8 Pro shows serious power. The game runs at its maximum 60 fps potential on Android, and testing recorded an average of over 59 fps even at the highest detail settings. For comparison, the Pixel 10 Pro managed an average of 39 fps under the same conditions, highlighting just how capable the Poco X8 Pro is when performance is pushed to the limit.
This strong gaming performance appears to be driven by the Mali-G720 MP8 GPU, which continues to deliver excellent results in other titles as well. Even in the older but still popular Dead Trigger 2, the phone reaches a peak of 120 fps and maintains a standout average of 112 fps—numbers that are especially impressive for an affordable mid-range device.
For mobile gamers looking for a budget-friendly Android phone that can handle high frame rate gaming, competitive shooters, and graphically intense action RPGs, the Poco X8 Pro is shaping up to be a serious contender. It’s a clear reminder that great gaming performance is no longer reserved for expensive flagship phones.
