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The Poco F8 Pro has just passed NBTC certification in Thailand, an early sign that a global launch is close. But a new leak paints a mixed picture: buyers may not find a charging brick inside the box — while the retail packaging appears to carry premium "Sound by Bose" audio branding.
Why the charger might be missing (and what that means)
Tipster Abhishek Yadav shared an image and a claim on X that the Poco F8 Pro won’t include a charging adapter. That’s familiar territory for Poco: the X7 Pro and F7 shipped without chargers in some European markets. Is this simply a cost- and waste-cutting move, or a region-specific decision to match local regulations and retail strategies? Likely both.
For buyers this matters: you may still get a USB-C cable, but older chargers won’t deliver the fastest speeds. If Poco follows the Redmi K90’s specs (more on that below) expect support for very high wattage charging — but only if you have a compatible brick.
Bose on the box: a hint at Redmi K90 DNA
The pack shot shared by the tipster shows a clear "Sound by Bose" label. Xiaomi’s Redmi K90 series features the same audio partnership, and Poco has a long history of rebadging Redmi K-series models for international markets. That makes the rebrand theory plausible: the F8 Pro could be a global-facing Redmi K90 with a Poco badge.
What the specs likely look like
- Display: 6.59-inch 2K LTPO flat panel, 120Hz refresh rate, peak brightness up to 3,500 nits
- SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite with Adreno 830 GPU
- Memory & Storage: LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage options
- Cameras: 50MP Light Hunter 800 main (with OIS), 8MP ultrawide, 50MP 2.5x telephoto periscope, 20MP selfie
- Battery & Charging: 7,100mAh battery with 100W fast charging (charger may not be included)
- Audio & Connectivity: Dual stereo speakers tuned by Bose, Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC
- Durability & Security: IP68/IP69 water and dust resistance, 3D ultrasonic in‑display fingerprint scanner
Imagine getting flagship camera hardware, a massive 7,100mAh cell and Wi‑Fi 7 — but having to supply your own high-wattage charger to reach full speeds. It’s a trade-off we’ve seen across the industry as brands balance margins, sustainability claims and regional retail practices.
What to watch for next
NBTC certification signals a Thailand launch is imminent, and if Poco is indeed rebranding the Redmi K90 we’ll likely see consistent specs across markets. Keep an eye on official unboxing images or a Poco announcement to confirm whether the charger is omitted globally or only in select regions.
In the meantime: if you’re planning to buy one on day one, check the box contents before purchase and consider investing in a GaN brick that supports high-wattage USB‑PPS charging so you can take advantage of the phone’s fast-charge capability.
Source: gizmochina
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