POCO has unveiled the Iron Man Edition of its X8 Pro smartphone, a limited-edition model priced at $399 that brings the brand's collaboration with Marvel to life. This follows last year's successful X7 Pro Iron Man Edition, renewing the license for 2026. The phone is now available in key markets including the U.K. and India.

Globally, the X8 Pro Iron Man Edition comes with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, costing ₹43,999 ($476) in India. This is $77 more than the standard X8 Pro's 12GB/512GB model. The X8 Pro Max, launching at $469, features MediaTek's Dimensity 9500s chipset and a massive 8,500mAh battery, positioning it as a mid-range alternative to devices like the Nord 5 and Pixel 10a.

Design-wise, the Iron Man Edition features a black-and-gold armor aesthetic with Stark Industries branding, contrasting accents, and a premium metal mid-frame. The 6.59-inch OLED display is brighter and offers better colors than its predecessor, supporting Dolby Vision streaming. Inside, the Dimensity 8500 Ultra chip offers incremental improvements over last year's 8400 Ultra, while the 50MP main camera delivers better photos than its predecessor, though still not flagship-grade. The phone includes 100W USB PD charging and a larger 6,500mAh battery compared to the Indian model from the previous year.