Interestingly, the new POCO isn't better in every way. Let's see what was added and what disappeared.
Short answer
POCO F9 Pro - a new Snapdragon, 185 Hz, a 200 MP main camera, 50 W wireless, 6330 mAh. POCO F8 Pro - 8K video, slightly lighter (199 g) and thinner (8 mm).
Key differences
| Spec | POCO F9 Pro | POCO F8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Display | 6.59", AMOLED, 1156×2510, 185 Hz | 6.59", AMOLED, 1156×2510, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 200 MP + 50 MP + 8 MP | 50 MP + 50 MP + 8 MP |
| Front | 32 MP | 20 MP |
| Battery | 6330 mAh | 6210 mAh |
| Charging | 100 W / 50 W wireless | 100 W |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 8.79 mm / 206 g | 8 mm / 199 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Cameras
The F8 Pro has 50 + 50 + 8 MP and a 20 MP front camera; the F9 Pro has 200 + 50 + 8 MP and a 32 MP front camera. The main upgrade is the 200 MP main sensor, while 8K video remains only on the F8 Pro.
Chips
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 V Series and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite.
Charging
Both have 100 W wired, but wireless charging is only on the F9 Pro.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Gaming and wireless charging - POCO F9 Pro.
- 8K video and savings - POCO F8 Pro.
FAQ
Does the F9 Pro shoot 8K?
Not according to its device page - up to 4K60.
What's the F9 Pro's refresh rate?
185 Hz.
Which has the bigger battery?
The F9 Pro - 6330 mAh.