Official POCO M8 5G firmware (codename kunzite) includes stable HyperOS versions. They can be downloaded as Fastboot ROM, Recovery ROM, and OTA updates.
Phone models: 25118PC98G (Global), 25118PC98I (India). All files are original stock Xiaomi ROMs, freely available from miui.com. We simply provide direct download links to official flash files and system updates.
| Model name | POCO M8 5G |
|---|---|
| Release date | January 2026 |
| Support | Active until January 2032 |
| Current OS | HyperOS 3, Android 16 |
Update schedule:
- January 2026releaseHyperOS 2 Android 15
- February 2026moved toHyperOS 3Android 16
Latest firmware updates:
- Global 7 › HyperOS 3.0.1.0.WPQMIXM
- Europe 7 › HyperOS 3.0.1.0.WPQEUXM
- Indonesia 7 › HyperOS 3.0.1.0.WPQIDXM
- Russia 7 › HyperOS 3.0.1.0.WPQRUXM
- Taiwan 7 › HyperOS 3.0.1.0.WPQTWXM
Global HyperOS 3.0.1.0.WPQMIXM
The latest Global HyperOS version for POCO M8 5G by Xiaomi:
Recovery ROM
- Version
- 3.0.1.0.WPQMIXM
- OS
- HyperOS 3
- Android
- Android 16
- Release date
- 2026-03-31
- File size
- 5.08 GB
- Official Link
- Download (.zip)
- Changelog
- Expand list
Xiaomi HyperIsland
- Everything you need to keep an eye on. In one place.
- A new format that combines Notification spotlight and device notifications makes any important updates reach you faster.
- New UI design lets you see all the details at a glance, with smoother switching between islands.
- Now you can pull down to expand small windows and handle multiple tasks more efficiently.
Revamped visuals
- Cleaner, more refined visuals throughout.
- Redesigned Home screen icons now look sharper and more detailed.
- The Home screen grid has been redesigned with more balanced margins and more comfortable spacing.
- The status bar has a new, cleaner design that`s more refined and easier to read.
- A new design system improves color comfort, unifies rounded corners across the entire system, and makes controls easier to use for a more consistent look and feel.
- A new large-clock Lock screen adds more depth and layers to the layout.
- A new all-in-one editor allows you to adjust both the Home screen and Lock screen wallpapers at the same time.
Comprehensive system app optimization
- Interaction with apps has become more intuitive and direct.
- Gallery:
- New: New Gallery widgets allow you to select your preferred collections for display.
- New: You can pin albums now to have quick access to your favorite photos anytime.
- Weather:
- Optimization: Improved content card blur effects for a smoother, more immersive scrolling experience.
- Calendar:
- New: Week view gives you a clear look at your weekly schedule.
- Optimization: Improved month-view visuals give you clearer highlights for holidays and important events.
- Recorder:
- Optimization: Accurate start page categories let you locate recordings faster with icons.
- Optimization: Improved playback brings you smart noise reduction for clearer voices.
Basic experience
- Smoother and more stable
- Performance enhancements:
- Optimization: Refined compiler instructions enhance performance and responsiveness while lowering power use.
- Optimization: Improved memory allocation and recovery increases available system memory.
- Optimization: Improved integrated frequency scheduling boosts system efficiency and reduces power consumption.
- Optimization: Improved short-video playback efficiency for better battery life.
- Optimized graphics:
- A new window-rendering mechanism reduces graphics-rendering load.
- Smoother system animations:
- Optimization: Fine-tuned animations across 100+ system scenes for smoother, more natural motion.
Privacy and security
- Enhanced protection keeps your data private and safe.
- The system`s privacy and password features have been redesigned with a cleaner, fresher interface.
- Advanced data protection now uses post-quantum encryption to keep personal data even more secure.
Fastboot ROM
- Version
- 3.0.1.0.WPQMIXM
- OS
- HyperOS 3
- Android
- Android 16
- Release date
- 2026-03-02
- Flash file size
- 8.96 GB
- Official Link
- Download (.tgz)
- Changelog
- Expand list
Xiaomi HyperIsland
- Everything you need to keep an eye on. In one place.
- A new format that combines Notification spotlight and device notifications makes any important updates reach you faster.
- New UI design lets you see all the details at a glance, with smoother switching between islands.
- Now you can pull down to expand small windows and handle multiple tasks more efficiently.
Revamped visuals
- Cleaner, more refined visuals throughout.
- Redesigned Home screen icons now look sharper and more detailed.
- The Home screen grid has been redesigned with more balanced margins and more comfortable spacing.
- The status bar has a new, cleaner design that`s more refined and easier to read.
- A new design system improves color comfort, unifies rounded corners across the entire system, and makes controls easier to use for a more consistent look and feel.
- A new large-clock Lock screen adds more depth and layers to the layout.
- A new all-in-one editor allows you to adjust both the Home screen and Lock screen wallpapers at the same time.
Comprehensive system app optimization
- Interaction with apps has become more intuitive and direct.
- Gallery:
- New: New Gallery widgets allow you to select your preferred collections for display.
- New: You can pin albums now to have quick access to your favorite photos anytime.
- Weather:
- Optimization: Improved content card blur effects for a smoother, more immersive scrolling experience.
- Calendar:
- New: Week view gives you a clear look at your weekly schedule.
- Optimization: Improved month-view visuals give you clearer highlights for holidays and important events.
- Recorder:
- Optimization: Accurate start page categories let you locate recordings faster with icons.
- Optimization: Improved playback brings you smart noise reduction for clearer voices.
Basic experience
- Smoother and more stable
- Performance enhancements:
- Optimization: Refined compiler instructions enhance performance and responsiveness while lowering power use.
- Optimization: Improved memory allocation and recovery increases available system memory.
- Optimization: Improved integrated frequency scheduling boosts system efficiency and reduces power consumption.
- Optimization: Improved short-video playback efficiency for better battery life.
- Optimized graphics:
- A new window-rendering mechanism reduces graphics-rendering load.
- Smoother system animations:
- Optimization: Fine-tuned animations across 100+ system scenes for smoother, more natural motion.
Privacy and security
- Enhanced protection keeps your data private and safe.
- The system`s privacy and password features have been redesigned with a cleaner, fresher interface.
- Advanced data protection now uses post-quantum encryption to keep personal data even more secure.
Download previous Global firmware updates for POCO M8 5G:
HyperOS 25
HyperOS 2.0.206.0.VPQMIXMRecovery (4.88 GB)
2026-03-02Fastboot (8.75 GB)
2026-02-07OTA (156.59 MB)
for 2.0.205.0.VPQMIXM
2026-03-02Fastboot (8.75 GB)
2026-02-07OTA (156.59 MB)
for 2.0.205.0.VPQMIXM
HyperOS 2.0.205.0.VPQMIXMRecovery (4.88 GB)
2026-01-15Fastboot (8.70 GB)
2025-12-27
2026-01-15Fastboot (8.70 GB)
2025-12-27
Europe HyperOS 3.0.1.0.WPQEUXM
The latest European HyperOS version for POCO M8 5G by Xiaomi:
Recovery ROM
- Version
- 3.0.1.0.WPQEUXM
- OS
- HyperOS 3
- Android
- Android 16
- Release date
- 2026-03-23
- File size
- 5.12 GB
- Official Link
- Download (.zip)
- Changelog
- Expand list
Xiaomi HyperIsland
- Everything you need to keep an eye on. In one place.
- A new format that combines Notification spotlight and device notifications makes any important updates reach you faster.
- New UI design lets you see all the details at a glance, with smoother switching between islands.
- Now you can pull down to expand small windows and handle multiple tasks more efficiently.
Revamped visuals
- Cleaner, more refined visuals throughout.
- Redesigned Home screen icons now look sharper and more detailed.
- The Home screen grid has been redesigned with more balanced margins and more comfortable spacing.
- The status bar has a new, cleaner design that`s more refined and easier to read.
- A new design system improves color comfort, unifies rounded corners across the entire system, and makes controls easier to use for a more consistent look and feel.
- A new large-clock Lock screen adds more depth and layers to the layout.
- A new all-in-one editor allows you to adjust both the Home screen and Lock screen wallpapers at the same time.
Comprehensive system app optimization
- Interaction with apps has become more intuitive and direct.
- Gallery:
- New: New Gallery widgets allow you to select your preferred collections for display.
- New: You can pin albums now to have quick access to your favorite photos anytime.
- Weather:
- Optimization: Improved content card blur effects for a smoother, more immersive scrolling experience.
- Calendar:
- New: Week view gives you a clear look at your weekly schedule.
- Optimization: Improved month-view visuals give you clearer highlights for holidays and important events.
- Recorder:
- Optimization: Accurate start page categories let you locate recordings faster with icons.
- Optimization: Improved playback brings you smart noise reduction for clearer voices.
Basic experience
- Smoother and more stable
- Performance enhancements:
- Optimization: Refined compiler instructions enhance performance and responsiveness while lowering power use.
- Optimization: Improved memory allocation and recovery increases available system memory.
- Optimization: Improved integrated frequency scheduling boosts system efficiency and reduces power consumption.
- Optimization: Improved short-video playback efficiency for better battery life.
- Optimized graphics:
- A new window-rendering mechanism reduces graphics-rendering load.
- Smoother system animations:
- Optimization: Fine-tuned animations across 100+ system scenes for smoother, more natural motion.
Privacy and security
- Enhanced protection keeps your data private and safe.
- The system`s privacy and password features have been redesigned with a cleaner, fresher interface.
- Advanced data protection now uses post-quantum encryption to keep personal data even more secure.
Fastboot ROM
- Version
- 3.0.1.0.WPQEUXM
- OS
- HyperOS 3
- Android
- Android 16
- Release date
- 2026-02-13
- Flash file size
- 8.05 GB
- Official Link
- Download (.tgz)
- Changelog
- Expand list
Xiaomi HyperIsland
- Everything you need to keep an eye on. In one place.
- A new format that combines Notification spotlight and device notifications makes any important updates reach you faster.
- New UI design lets you see all the details at a glance, with smoother switching between islands.
- Now you can pull down to expand small windows and handle multiple tasks more efficiently.
Revamped visuals
- Cleaner, more refined visuals throughout.
- Redesigned Home screen icons now look sharper and more detailed.
- The Home screen grid has been redesigned with more balanced margins and more comfortable spacing.
- The status bar has a new, cleaner design that`s more refined and easier to read.
- A new design system improves color comfort, unifies rounded corners across the entire system, and makes controls easier to use for a more consistent look and feel.
- A new large-clock Lock screen adds more depth and layers to the layout.
- A new all-in-one editor allows you to adjust both the Home screen and Lock screen wallpapers at the same time.
Comprehensive system app optimization
- Interaction with apps has become more intuitive and direct.
- Gallery:
- New: New Gallery widgets allow you to select your preferred collections for display.
- New: You can pin albums now to have quick access to your favorite photos anytime.
- Weather:
- Optimization: Improved content card blur effects for a smoother, more immersive scrolling experience.
- Calendar:
- New: Week view gives you a clear look at your weekly schedule.
- Optimization: Improved month-view visuals give you clearer highlights for holidays and important events.
- Recorder:
- Optimization: Accurate start page categories let you locate recordings faster with icons.
- Optimization: Improved playback brings you smart noise reduction for clearer voices.
Basic experience
- Smoother and more stable
- Performance enhancements:
- Optimization: Refined compiler instructions enhance performance and responsiveness while lowering power use.
- Optimization: Improved memory allocation and recovery increases available system memory.
- Optimization: Improved integrated frequency scheduling boosts system efficiency and reduces power consumption.
- Optimization: Improved short-video playback efficiency for better battery life.
- Optimized graphics:
- A new window-rendering mechanism reduces graphics-rendering load.
- Smoother system animations:
- Optimization: Fine-tuned animations across 100+ system scenes for smoother, more natural motion.
Privacy and security
- Enhanced protection keeps your data private and safe.
- The system`s privacy and password features have been redesigned with a cleaner, fresher interface.
- Advanced data protection now uses post-quantum encryption to keep personal data even more secure.
Download previous European firmware updates for POCO M8 5G:
HyperOS 25
HyperOS 2.0.205.0.VPQEUXMRecovery (4.95 GB)
2026-03-02Fastboot (7.86 GB)
2026-02-10OTA (152.28 MB)
for 2.0.204.0.VPQEUXM
2026-03-02Fastboot (7.86 GB)
2026-02-10OTA (152.28 MB)
for 2.0.204.0.VPQEUXM
HyperOS 2.0.204.0.VPQEUXMRecovery (4.94 GB)
2026-01-15Fastboot (7.81 GB)
2025-12-31
2026-01-15Fastboot (7.81 GB)
2025-12-31
Indonesia HyperOS 3.0.1.0.WPQIDXM
The latest Indonesian HyperOS version for POCO M8 5G by Xiaomi:
Recovery ROM
- Version
- 3.0.1.0.WPQIDXM
- OS
- HyperOS 3
- Android
- Android 16
- Release date
- 2026-04-13
- File size
- 5.00 GB
- Official Link
- Download (.zip)
- Changelog
- Expand list
Xiaomi HyperIsland
- Everything you need to keep an eye on. In one place.
- A new format that combines Notification spotlight and device notifications makes any important updates reach you faster.
- New UI design lets you see all the details at a glance, with smoother switching between islands.
- Now you can pull down to expand small windows and handle multiple tasks more efficiently.
Revamped visuals
- Cleaner, more refined visuals throughout.
- Redesigned Home screen icons now look sharper and more detailed.
- The Home screen grid has been redesigned with more balanced margins and more comfortable spacing.
- The status bar has a new, cleaner design that`s more refined and easier to read.
- A new design system improves color comfort, unifies rounded corners across the entire system, and makes controls easier to use for a more consistent look and feel.
- A new large-clock Lock screen adds more depth and layers to the layout.
- A new all-in-one editor allows you to adjust both the Home screen and Lock screen wallpapers at the same time.
Comprehensive system app optimization
- Interaction with apps has become more intuitive and direct.
- Gallery:
- New: New Gallery widgets allow you to select your preferred collections for display.
- New: You can pin albums now to have quick access to your favorite photos anytime.
- Weather:
- Optimization: Improved content card blur effects for a smoother, more immersive scrolling experience.
- Calendar:
- New: Week view gives you a clear look at your weekly schedule.
- Optimization: Improved month-view visuals give you clearer highlights for holidays and important events.
- Recorder:
- Optimization: Accurate start page categories let you locate recordings faster with icons.
- Optimization: Improved playback brings you smart noise reduction for clearer voices.
Basic experience
- Smoother and more stable
- Performance enhancements:
- Optimization: Refined compiler instructions enhance performance and responsiveness while lowering power use.
- Optimization: Improved memory allocation and recovery increases available system memory.
- Optimization: Improved integrated frequency scheduling boosts system efficiency and reduces power consumption.
- Optimization: Improved short-video playback efficiency for better battery life.
- Optimized graphics:
- A new window-rendering mechanism reduces graphics-rendering load.
- Smoother system animations:
- Optimization: Fine-tuned animations across 100+ system scenes for smoother, more natural motion.
Privacy and security
- Enhanced protection keeps your data private and safe.
- The system`s privacy and password features have been redesigned with a cleaner, fresher interface.
- Advanced data protection now uses post-quantum encryption to keep personal data even more secure.
Fastboot ROM
- Version
- 3.0.1.0.WPQIDXM
- OS
- HyperOS 3
- Android
- Android 16
- Release date
- 2026-03-22
- Flash file size
- 8.14 GB
- Official Link
- Download (.tgz)
- Changelog
- Expand list
Xiaomi HyperIsland
- Everything you need to keep an eye on. In one place.
- A new format that combines Notification spotlight and device notifications makes any important updates reach you faster.
- New UI design lets you see all the details at a glance, with smoother switching between islands.
- Now you can pull down to expand small windows and handle multiple tasks more efficiently.
Revamped visuals
- Cleaner, more refined visuals throughout.
- Redesigned Home screen icons now look sharper and more detailed.
- The Home screen grid has been redesigned with more balanced margins and more comfortable spacing.
- The status bar has a new, cleaner design that`s more refined and easier to read.
- A new design system improves color comfort, unifies rounded corners across the entire system, and makes controls easier to use for a more consistent look and feel.
- A new large-clock Lock screen adds more depth and layers to the layout.
- A new all-in-one editor allows you to adjust both the Home screen and Lock screen wallpapers at the same time.
Comprehensive system app optimization
- Interaction with apps has become more intuitive and direct.
- Gallery:
- New: New Gallery widgets allow you to select your preferred collections for display.
- New: You can pin albums now to have quick access to your favorite photos anytime.
- Weather:
- Optimization: Improved content card blur effects for a smoother, more immersive scrolling experience.
- Calendar:
- New: Week view gives you a clear look at your weekly schedule.
- Optimization: Improved month-view visuals give you clearer highlights for holidays and important events.
- Recorder:
- Optimization: Accurate start page categories let you locate recordings faster with icons.
- Optimization: Improved playback brings you smart noise reduction for clearer voices.
Basic experience
- Smoother and more stable
- Performance enhancements:
- Optimization: Refined compiler instructions enhance performance and responsiveness while lowering power use.
- Optimization: Improved memory allocation and recovery increases available system memory.
- Optimization: Improved integrated frequency scheduling boosts system efficiency and reduces power consumption.
- Optimization: Improved short-video playback efficiency for better battery life.
- Optimized graphics:
- A new window-rendering mechanism reduces graphics-rendering load.
- Smoother system animations:
- Optimization: Fine-tuned animations across 100+ system scenes for smoother, more natural motion.
Privacy and security
- Enhanced protection keeps your data private and safe.
- The system`s privacy and password features have been redesigned with a cleaner, fresher interface.
- Advanced data protection now uses post-quantum encryption to keep personal data even more secure.
Download previous Indonesian firmware updates for POCO M8 5G:
HyperOS 25
HyperOS 2.0.205.0.VPQIDXMRecovery (4.83 GB)
2026-03-03Fastboot (7.95 GB)
2026-02-12OTA (1.13 GB)
for 2.0.201.0.VPQIDXM
2026-03-03Fastboot (7.95 GB)
2026-02-12OTA (1.13 GB)
for 2.0.201.0.VPQIDXM
HyperOS 2.0.201.0.VPQIDXMRecovery (4.79 GB)
2026-01-15Fastboot (7.71 GB)
2025-10-25
2026-01-15Fastboot (7.71 GB)
2025-10-25
Russia HyperOS 3.0.1.0.WPQRUXM
The latest Russian HyperOS version for POCO M8 5G by Xiaomi:
Recovery ROM
- Version
- 3.0.1.0.WPQRUXM
- OS
- HyperOS 3
- Android
- Android 16
- Release date
- 2026-04-13
- File size
- 4.92 GB
- Official Link
- Download (.zip)
- Changelog
- Expand list
Xiaomi HyperIsland
- Everything you need to keep an eye on. In one place.
- A new format that combines Notification spotlight and device notifications makes any important updates reach you faster.
- New UI design lets you see all the details at a glance, with smoother switching between islands.
- Now you can pull down to expand small windows and handle multiple tasks more efficiently.
Revamped visuals
- Cleaner, more refined visuals throughout.
- Redesigned Home screen icons now look sharper and more detailed.
- The Home screen grid has been redesigned with more balanced margins and more comfortable spacing.
- The status bar has a new, cleaner design that`s more refined and easier to read.
- A new design system improves color comfort, unifies rounded corners across the entire system, and makes controls easier to use for a more consistent look and feel.
- A new large-clock Lock screen adds more depth and layers to the layout.
- A new all-in-one editor allows you to adjust both the Home screen and Lock screen wallpapers at the same time.
Comprehensive system app optimization
- Interaction with apps has become more intuitive and direct.
- Gallery:
- New: New Gallery widgets allow you to select your preferred collections for display.
- New: You can pin albums now to have quick access to your favorite photos anytime.
- Weather:
- Optimization: Improved content card blur effects for a smoother, more immersive scrolling experience.
- Calendar:
- New: Week view gives you a clear look at your weekly schedule.
- Optimization: Improved month-view visuals give you clearer highlights for holidays and important events.
- Recorder:
- Optimization: Accurate start page categories let you locate recordings faster with icons.
- Optimization: Improved playback brings you smart noise reduction for clearer voices.
Basic experience
- Smoother and more stable
- Performance enhancements:
- Optimization: Refined compiler instructions enhance performance and responsiveness while lowering power use.
- Optimization: Improved memory allocation and recovery increases available system memory.
- Optimization: Improved integrated frequency scheduling boosts system efficiency and reduces power consumption.
- Optimization: Improved short-video playback efficiency for better battery life.
- Optimized graphics:
- A new window-rendering mechanism reduces graphics-rendering load.
- Smoother system animations:
- Optimization: Fine-tuned animations across 100+ system scenes for smoother, more natural motion.
Privacy and security
- Enhanced protection keeps your data private and safe.
- The system`s privacy and password features have been redesigned with a cleaner, fresher interface.
- Advanced data protection now uses post-quantum encryption to keep personal data even more secure.
Fastboot ROM
- Version
- 3.0.1.0.WPQRUXM
- OS
- HyperOS 3
- Android
- Android 16
- Release date
- 2026-03-22
- Flash file size
- 8.89 GB
- Official Link
- Download (.tgz)
- Changelog
- Expand list
Xiaomi HyperIsland
- Everything you need to keep an eye on. In one place.
- A new format that combines Notification spotlight and device notifications makes any important updates reach you faster.
- New UI design lets you see all the details at a glance, with smoother switching between islands.
- Now you can pull down to expand small windows and handle multiple tasks more efficiently.
Revamped visuals
- Cleaner, more refined visuals throughout.
- Redesigned Home screen icons now look sharper and more detailed.
- The Home screen grid has been redesigned with more balanced margins and more comfortable spacing.
- The status bar has a new, cleaner design that`s more refined and easier to read.
- A new design system improves color comfort, unifies rounded corners across the entire system, and makes controls easier to use for a more consistent look and feel.
- A new large-clock Lock screen adds more depth and layers to the layout.
- A new all-in-one editor allows you to adjust both the Home screen and Lock screen wallpapers at the same time.
Comprehensive system app optimization
- Interaction with apps has become more intuitive and direct.
- Gallery:
- New: New Gallery widgets allow you to select your preferred collections for display.
- New: You can pin albums now to have quick access to your favorite photos anytime.
- Weather:
- Optimization: Improved content card blur effects for a smoother, more immersive scrolling experience.
- Calendar:
- New: Week view gives you a clear look at your weekly schedule.
- Optimization: Improved month-view visuals give you clearer highlights for holidays and important events.
- Recorder:
- Optimization: Accurate start page categories let you locate recordings faster with icons.
- Optimization: Improved playback brings you smart noise reduction for clearer voices.
Basic experience
- Smoother and more stable
- Performance enhancements:
- Optimization: Refined compiler instructions enhance performance and responsiveness while lowering power use.
- Optimization: Improved memory allocation and recovery increases available system memory.
- Optimization: Improved integrated frequency scheduling boosts system efficiency and reduces power consumption.
- Optimization: Improved short-video playback efficiency for better battery life.
- Optimized graphics:
- A new window-rendering mechanism reduces graphics-rendering load.
- Smoother system animations:
- Optimization: Fine-tuned animations across 100+ system scenes for smoother, more natural motion.
Privacy and security
- Enhanced protection keeps your data private and safe.
- The system`s privacy and password features have been redesigned with a cleaner, fresher interface.
- Advanced data protection now uses post-quantum encryption to keep personal data even more secure.
Download previous Russian firmware updates for POCO M8 5G:
HyperOS 25
HyperOS 2.0.203.0.VPQRUXMRecovery (4.75 GB)
2026-03-10Fastboot (8.62 GB)
2026-02-12OTA (291.71 MB)
for 2.0.202.0.VPQRUXM
2026-03-10Fastboot (8.62 GB)
2026-02-12OTA (291.71 MB)
for 2.0.202.0.VPQRUXM
HyperOS 2.0.202.0.VPQRUXMRecovery (4.75 GB)
2026-01-15Fastboot (8.47 GB)
2025-12-02
2026-01-15Fastboot (8.47 GB)
2025-12-02
Taiwan HyperOS 3.0.1.0.WPQTWXM
The latest Taiwanese HyperOS version for POCO M8 5G by Xiaomi:
Recovery ROM
- Version
- 3.0.1.0.WPQTWXM
- OS
- HyperOS 3
- Android
- Android 16
- Release date
- 2026-04-13
- File size
- 4.87 GB
- Official Link
- Download (.zip)
- Changelog
- Expand list
Xiaomi HyperIsland
- Everything you need to keep an eye on. In one place.
- A new format that combines Notification spotlight and device notifications makes any important updates reach you faster.
- New UI design lets you see all the details at a glance, with smoother switching between islands.
- Now you can pull down to expand small windows and handle multiple tasks more efficiently.
Revamped visuals
- Cleaner, more refined visuals throughout.
- Redesigned Home screen icons now look sharper and more detailed.
- The Home screen grid has been redesigned with more balanced margins and more comfortable spacing.
- The status bar has a new, cleaner design that`s more refined and easier to read.
- A new design system improves color comfort, unifies rounded corners across the entire system, and makes controls easier to use for a more consistent look and feel.
- A new large-clock Lock screen adds more depth and layers to the layout.
- A new all-in-one editor allows you to adjust both the Home screen and Lock screen wallpapers at the same time.
Comprehensive system app optimization
- Interaction with apps has become more intuitive and direct.
- Gallery:
- New: New Gallery widgets allow you to select your preferred collections for display.
- New: You can pin albums now to have quick access to your favorite photos anytime.
- Weather:
- Optimization: Improved content card blur effects for a smoother, more immersive scrolling experience.
- Calendar:
- New: Week view gives you a clear look at your weekly schedule.
- Optimization: Improved month-view visuals give you clearer highlights for holidays and important events.
- Recorder:
- Optimization: Accurate start page categories let you locate recordings faster with icons.
- Optimization: Improved playback brings you smart noise reduction for clearer voices.
Basic experience
- Smoother and more stable
- Performance enhancements:
- Optimization: Refined compiler instructions enhance performance and responsiveness while lowering power use.
- Optimization: Improved memory allocation and recovery increases available system memory.
- Optimization: Improved integrated frequency scheduling boosts system efficiency and reduces power consumption.
- Optimization: Improved short-video playback efficiency for better battery life.
- Optimized graphics:
- A new window-rendering mechanism reduces graphics-rendering load.
- Smoother system animations:
- Optimization: Fine-tuned animations across 100+ system scenes for smoother, more natural motion.
Privacy and security
- Enhanced protection keeps your data private and safe.
- The system`s privacy and password features have been redesigned with a cleaner, fresher interface.
- Advanced data protection now uses post-quantum encryption to keep personal data even more secure.
Fastboot ROM
- Version
- 3.0.1.0.WPQTWXM
- OS
- HyperOS 3
- Android
- Android 16
- Release date
- 2026-03-22
- Flash file size
- 6.21 GB
- Official Link
- Download (.tgz)
- Changelog
- Expand list
Xiaomi HyperIsland
- Everything you need to keep an eye on. In one place.
- A new format that combines Notification spotlight and device notifications makes any important updates reach you faster.
- New UI design lets you see all the details at a glance, with smoother switching between islands.
- Now you can pull down to expand small windows and handle multiple tasks more efficiently.
Revamped visuals
- Cleaner, more refined visuals throughout.
- Redesigned Home screen icons now look sharper and more detailed.
- The Home screen grid has been redesigned with more balanced margins and more comfortable spacing.
- The status bar has a new, cleaner design that`s more refined and easier to read.
- A new design system improves color comfort, unifies rounded corners across the entire system, and makes controls easier to use for a more consistent look and feel.
- A new large-clock Lock screen adds more depth and layers to the layout.
- A new all-in-one editor allows you to adjust both the Home screen and Lock screen wallpapers at the same time.
Comprehensive system app optimization
- Interaction with apps has become more intuitive and direct.
- Gallery:
- New: New Gallery widgets allow you to select your preferred collections for display.
- New: You can pin albums now to have quick access to your favorite photos anytime.
- Weather:
- Optimization: Improved content card blur effects for a smoother, more immersive scrolling experience.
- Calendar:
- New: Week view gives you a clear look at your weekly schedule.
- Optimization: Improved month-view visuals give you clearer highlights for holidays and important events.
- Recorder:
- Optimization: Accurate start page categories let you locate recordings faster with icons.
- Optimization: Improved playback brings you smart noise reduction for clearer voices.
Basic experience
- Smoother and more stable
- Performance enhancements:
- Optimization: Refined compiler instructions enhance performance and responsiveness while lowering power use.
- Optimization: Improved memory allocation and recovery increases available system memory.
- Optimization: Improved integrated frequency scheduling boosts system efficiency and reduces power consumption.
- Optimization: Improved short-video playback efficiency for better battery life.
- Optimized graphics:
- A new window-rendering mechanism reduces graphics-rendering load.
- Smoother system animations:
- Optimization: Fine-tuned animations across 100+ system scenes for smoother, more natural motion.
Privacy and security
- Enhanced protection keeps your data private and safe.
- The system`s privacy and password features have been redesigned with a cleaner, fresher interface.
- Advanced data protection now uses post-quantum encryption to keep personal data even more secure.
Download previous Taiwanese firmware updates for POCO M8 5G:
HyperOS 25
HyperOS 2.0.203.0.VPQTWXMRecovery (4.69 GB)
2026-02-28Fastboot (6.00 GB)
2026-02-12OTA (307.67 MB)
for 2.0.202.0.VPQTWXM
2026-02-28Fastboot (6.00 GB)
2026-02-12OTA (307.67 MB)
for 2.0.202.0.VPQTWXM
HyperOS 2.0.202.0.VPQTWXMRecovery (4.69 GB)
2026-01-15Fastboot (6.05 GB)
2025-12-01
2026-01-15Fastboot (6.05 GB)
2025-12-01
The new HyperOS update is not necessarily the best. Before updating POCO M8 5G (kunzite), read reviews on 4PDA or XDA Developers. If installing a Flash File, full ROM, or the new OTA update caused issues, please let us know in the comments and mention the version number.
