Confused about choosing a long-lasting 7500 mAh battery, or playing it safe with IP69K durability, a metal frame, and performance that feels more stable? In YouTuber Cupu’s testing, the Redmi Turbo 5 had connection issues during Wuthering Waves, while the Poco X8 Pro completed a 30-minute test with tamer temperature control. On paper they look similar, but they feel different in actual use.

Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi Turbo 5: what’s truly different?

• Durability & build: The X8 Pro already has IP69K and a metal frame. The in-hand feel is more solid, feels “a class up.” Turbo 5’s rating isn’t discussed; the focus is its jumbo battery.
• Battery: 6500 mAh (X8 Pro) vs 7500 mAh (Turbo 5). Turbo 5 leads in capacity, X8 Pro leads in performance and temperature consistency in testing.
• Stability while gaming: The X8 Pro finished 30 minutes of Wuthering Waves even though fps dropped to around the mid-45s; the Turbo 5 did not finish due to repeated connection drops on the unit tested by YouTuber Cupu.

Build and durability: metal frame, IP69K, plus an RGB touch

The X8 Pro comes with a frosted fiberglass back, two motifs, subtle red accents, and now a metal frame. The result is a more premium, sturdier feel. YouTuber Cupu emphasizes upgraded protection up to IP69K—water and dust resistance you can trust more. There are also RGB “dancing lights” that can be set for calls, notifications, and even music rhythm. In the comparison video, the Turbo 5 is highlighted more for its battery; build points or durability ratings aren’t explored.

Battery: a stable 6500 mAh vs a jumbo 7500 mAh

The Poco X8 Pro bumps to 6500 mAh (from the X7 Pro’s 6000 mAh), 100W fast charging, and wired reverse charging. In a 30-minute Genshin Impact session, the battery dropped 12%; in a 30-minute Wuthering Waves session it dropped 13%. The Redmi Turbo 5 offers 7500 mAh—its main selling point for long sessions without plugging in. Detailed consumption figures for the Turbo 5 aren’t discussed here, but its capacity is clearly above the X8 Pro.

Performance & gaming: slight gains in numbers, stability is the key

The Dimensity 8500 Ultra in the X8 Pro logs about 2.09 million on AnTuTu and improved stability on the 3DMark stress test (best loop +17%, stability +5% vs X7 Pro). In Genshin Impact (highest, 60 fps), the average fps is 59.3 with temperatures around 45°C for ~30 minutes—smooth, though warm. In Wuthering Waves, the X8 Pro finished 30 minutes; the graph was choppy from minute 6, then settled around 45 fps with temperatures at 43.5°C.

On the Redmi Turbo 5 side, YouTuber Cupu reports the Wuthering Waves test stopped because the connection repeatedly dropped on the tested unit, so there’s no 30-minute result to compare. This makes the Poco X8 Pro feel “safer” for long sessions—not because it has the highest fps, but because it completed the test with controlled temperatures.

Camera & video: confident photos, ultra-wide video still shows “wobble”

The X8 Pro still uses a 50MP OIS IMX882, 8MP ultra-wide, and 20MP selfie camera. Photos from wide to 2x look sharp with natural colors; HDR sometimes “acts up,” making backgrounds blow out. Selfies are good, and there’s an upgrade to 1080p 60fps on the front camera. For main-camera video, YouTuber Cupu notes the “wobble” is still there. You can switch to the ultra-wide 1080p 30fps while recording, but detail drops and jitter is more noticeable. The Redmi Turbo 5’s cameras were not the focus of the discussion.

Software & experience: HyperOS 3 is tidier, ads still present

The X8 Pro runs HyperOS 3 based on Android 16. Cupu says the experience is better than previous versions. Ads are still there but not too many—for example, Mi Video in the video list and articles on the lockscreen wallpaper carousel; in the cleaner/security scan no ads appeared during testing. Another note: fingerprint enrollment still can’t “unselect all” during setup. Haptics feel “rounded” and tidy; eSIM is not supported.

Pricing and competitors context

Indonesian pricing is not official yet ([HARGA] as a placeholder). Reference in Singapore: 5.4 million (8/256) and 6.1 million (12/512). Around this range, the Poco F7 appears as an alternative for top-line performance numbers, but Cupu often encountered overheating issues in stress tests—contrasting with the X8 Pro’s more stable character.

Who it’s for, who it’s not, and key trade-offs

• Choose the Poco X8 Pro if you need durability (IP69K), a premium feel thanks to the metal frame, and peace of mind that ~30-minute heavy game sessions can be completed with tamer temperatures.
• Choose the Redmi Turbo 5 if your absolute priority is the jumbo 7500 mAh battery for truly long use without plugging in, with the note that the Wuthering Waves test on Cupu’s unit was disrupted by connection issues.

TL;DR

X8 Pro = stable + protected. Turbo 5 = super-sized battery.

GizmoKita verdict

Worth buying for the X8 Pro if you’re after a “mature” feel and durability; the Turbo 5 is compelling if all-out battery endurance is everything.

Quick alternatives

Poco F7 for performance-number chasers, with the consequence of heat/overheating to watch for (per Cupu’s tests).

FAQ

Is the Wuthering Waves connection issue on the Redmi Turbo 5 definitely due to the device?

On YouTuber Cupu’s unit, the connection repeatedly dropped so the test didn’t finish. The cause was not concluded.

How extensive is IP69K protection on the Poco X8 Pro?

Cupu says it’s “complete up to IP69K,” so water and dust resistance can be trusted more. There were no extreme tests in this video.

Is eSIM supported?

On the Poco X8 Pro, eSIM is not supported (per Cupu’s testing).

How is the video quality on the X8 Pro?

The main camera still shows “wobble.” Selfie video now supports 1080p 60fps, and the ultra-wide is limited to 1080p 30fps while recording.

Are there ads on the X8 Pro’s HyperOS 3?

There are still ads, but not too many. Examples: Mi Video in the video list and articles on the lockscreen wallpaper carousel. The cleaner/security scan did not display ads during testing.

Keep following GizmoKita for comparisons that focus on real buying decisions—not just spec sheets.

Source: YouTuber Cupu