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Fimi X8 Tele Pro Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400Max flight time:38 minVideo resolution:4K/60 fpsMax transmission distance:10 km

Fimi X8 Tele Pro Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.2

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 85% of models
Score components

85%

8.4

Technical score

15%

7.0

Review score

Review score 15% · 7.0 · no independent reviews yet
Until reviews appear, its review part counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 15%, technical score 85%.
â–²Better than 85% of drones
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

26%

9.4

Flight

24%

7.8

Camera

20%

8.4

Safety

16%

7.9

Connectivity

14%

8.1

Battery & Design

★Better than 90% of drones
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Review score

Review score
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its review part counts as 7/10.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
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Best prices

    N/A~ £400

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Technical Specifications of drone Fimi X8 Tele Pro

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components:

26%

9.4

Flight

24%

7.8

Camera

20%

8.4

Safety

16%

7.9

Connectivity

14%

8.1

Battery & Design

8.4
Review score
Review score
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its review part counts as 7/10.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the drone.
When it matters
When you prefer to choose a drone reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Fimi X8 Tele Pro has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 74.3% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the drone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a drone with a good balance between flight quality, camera features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

60%

8.2

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

8.2
Max flight time
38 min
Max flight time
38 min
â–² Better than 85% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 38 min, longer than 85% of drones and equal to 2.5% of drones.
Higher max may require optional/Plus battery configuration.
Max flight distance
20 km
Max flight distance
20 km
â–² Better than 86% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 20 km, farther than 86.2% of drones and equal to 1.7% of drones.
Max flight speed
18 m/s
Max flight speed
18 m/s
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 18 m/s, faster than 68.4% of drones and equal to 8.2% of drones.
Max wind resistance
12 m/s
Max wind resistance
12 m/s
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 12 m/s, higher than 75.5% of drones and equal to 15.1% of drones.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
5,000 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
5,000 m
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 5,000 m, higher than 67.9% of drones and equal to 10.5% of drones.
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Video resolution
4K/60 fps
Video resolution
4K/60 fps
â–² Better than 79% of models
This drone records video at 4K/60 fps, higher than 79.2% of drones and equal to 6.4% of drones.
4K camera
yes
4K camera
yes
â–² Better than 46% of models
This drone supports 4K video. 46% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
1/2"
Sensor size
1/2"
â–² Better than 48% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/2", larger than 48.2% of drones and equal to 17.6% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
Main camera megapixels
48 MP
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP, higher than 76% of drones and equal to 18% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
100 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
100 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 100 Mbps, higher than 30.3% of drones and equal to 29% of drones.
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Obstacle detection
yes
Obstacle detection
yes
â–² Better than 70% of models
This drone supports obstacle detection. 69.5% of drones support obstacle detection.
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This drone supports Return-to-Home (RTH). 33% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 35% of models
This drone supports GPS. 35.3% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
â–² Better than 82% of models
This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 82.4% and the same as those of 17.6%.
Obstacle sensing directions
forward/backward/downward
Obstacle sensing directions
forward/backward/downward
â–² Better than 76% of models
This drone senses obstacles in forward/backward/downward directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 75.9% and the same as that of 5.5%.
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Max transmission distance
10 km
Max transmission distance
10 km
â–² Better than 76% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 10 km, farther than 75.5% of drones and equal to 9.2% of drones.
Transmission latency
120 ms
Transmission latency
120 ms
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 120 ms, lower than 59.2% of drones and equal to 28.2% of drones.
Video transmission system
RokLink
Video transmission system
RokLink
â–² Better than 83% of models
This drone uses RokLink for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 83.1% and the same as that used by 3.1%.
Live view quality
720p@30 fps
Live view quality
720p@30 fps
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 720p@30 fps, lower-quality than 56.8% of drones and equal to 22.9% of drones.
Remote control
yes
Remote control
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This drone has a handheld remote controller. 5% of drones offer this.
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Battery capacity
4,650 mAh
Battery capacity
4,650 mAh
â–² Better than 87% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 4,650 mAh, larger than 86.5% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Battery energy
53.7 Wh
Battery energy
53.7 Wh
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 53.7 Wh, higher than 80.6% of drones and equal to 0.6% of drones.
Charging time
110 min
Charging time
110 min
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 110 min, slower than 62.5% of drones and equal to 1.9% of drones.
Weight
780 g
Weight
780 g
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 780 g, heavier than 83.5% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This drone has a removable battery. 0.5% of drones have a removable battery.
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Fimi X8 Tele Pro vs the average drone

246810TotalFlightCameraSafetyConnectivityBattery & Design
  • 19 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    20 km
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (20 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    20 km vs 1 km
  • 18 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    38 min
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (38 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    Higher max may require optional/Plus battery configuration.
    38 min vs 20 min
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • 9 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    10 km
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (10 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    10 km vs 1 km
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 2,450 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,650 mAh
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (4650 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    4,650 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • Includes optical zoom
    Optical zoom camera
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone has an optical zoom camera, while the average drone does not. 6.9% of drones offer one.
  • 16.7% better value for money
    Fimi X8 Tele Pro has better value for money than the average drone (8.24 vs 7.1).
    8.24 vs 7.06
  • 19 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    20 km
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (20 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    20 km vs 1 km
  • 18 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    38 min
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (38 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    Higher max may require optional/Plus battery configuration.
    38 min vs 20 min
  • 1.3 m/s higher wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    12 m/s
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles stronger wind than the average drone (12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    12 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 3 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    18 m/s
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (18 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    18 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 1,500 m higher service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    5,000 m
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a higher max service ceiling than the average drone (5000 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    5,000 m vs 3,500 m
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Includes optical zoom
    Optical zoom camera
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone has an optical zoom camera, while the average drone does not. 6.9% of drones offer one.
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC vs H.264/AVC
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, F-Log, HDR
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This drone supports Normal, F-Log, HDR color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, F-Log, HDR vs Normal
  • Captures RAW photos
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    3-Axis Mechanical vs EIS (Digital)
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    full
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This drone offers full manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    full vs no
  • Wider aperture
    Aperture
    f/1.6
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    This drone has a wider aperture than the average drone (f/1.6 vs f/2). The average drone uses an aperture of f/2.
    f/1.6 vs f/2
  • 36 MP more camera resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    48 MP
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
    This drone has more main camera megapixels than the average drone (48 MP vs 12 MP). The average drone has 12 MP on the main camera.
    48 MP vs 12 MP
  • More capable focus system
    Focus system
    contrast AF (CDAF)
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This drone uses contrast AF (CDAF) for focusing, while the average drone uses fixed focus.
    contrast AF (CDAF) vs fixed focus
  • 19,200 ISO higher max ISO
    Max ISO
    25,600 ISO
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >25.6k ISO
    This drone reaches a higher max ISO than the average drone (25600 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average drone reaches 6400 ISO.
    25,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • Supports HDR mode
    HDR mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This drone supports HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Larger sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/2"
    â–² Better than 48% of models
    This drone has a larger sensor than the average drone (1/2" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/2" vs 1/2.3"
  • Higher photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    8064 x 6048 px
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    This drone offers higher photo resolution than the average drone (8064x6048 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    8064x6048 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • Supports burst mode
    Burst mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This drone supports burst mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports panorama mode
    Panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This drone supports panorama mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports obstacle detection
    Obstacle detection
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports obstacle detection, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • Weather-sealed design
    Weather sealing (splashproof)
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone is weather-sealed, while the average drone is not.
    Advertised as rain/snow-proof; no official IP rating.
  • Remote ID
    Remote ID
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This drone supports Remote ID, while the average drone does not.
    Available via firmware update.
  • 2 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    6
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (6 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    Tracking, Waypoint Flight, QuickShots, Hyperlapse, Course Lock, SAR
    6 vs 4
  • 3.01x lower takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    750 g
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (750 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    750 g vs 249 g
  • 9 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    10 km
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (10 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    10 km vs 1 km
  • 10 ms lower latency
    Transmission latency
    120 ms
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has lower transmission latency than the average drone (120 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    120 ms vs 130 ms
  • More polished companion app
    Companion app
    FIMI Navi 3.0
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This drone uses the FIMI Navi 3.0 companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    FIMI Navi 3.0 vs HS FPV
  • Supports 4G / LTE
    4G / LTE support
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This drone supports 4G / LTE connectivity, while the average drone does not.
    Requires optional module.
  • More capable transmission system
    Video transmission system
    RokLink
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This drone uses RokLink for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    RokLink vs SkyLink 2.0
  • 2,450 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,650 mAh
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (4650 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    4,650 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 36.52 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    53.7 Wh
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (53.7 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    53.7 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    USB-C
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This drone uses USB-C for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    Supports USB-C PD fast charging.
    USB-C vs micro-USB
  • 3.17x higher weight
    Weight
    780 g
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (780 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    780 g vs 246 g
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • Lower live view quality
    Live view quality
    720p@30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This drone has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • 93 mm wider width
    Width
    334 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (334 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    334 mm vs 241 mm
  • No wireless file transfer
    Wireless file transfer
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This drone does not support wireless file transfer, while the average drone does.
  • 20 min longer charging time
    Charging time
    110 min
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges more slowly than the average drone (110 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    110 min vs 90 min
  • 6.47x less popular
    Fimi X8 Tele Pro is less popular than the average drone (1 vs 6.5).
    1 vs 6.47
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • 6.47x less popular
    Fimi X8 Tele Pro is less popular than the average drone (1 vs 6.5).
    1 vs 6.47
  • 2x more expensive
    Fimi X8 Tele Pro is more expensive than the average drone (£400 vs £200).
    £400 vs £200
  • 11 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    79 °
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (79 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    79 ° vs 90 °
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/60 fps
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/60 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/60 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • Narrower tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -90 to 10 °
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This drone has a narrower tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 10 ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    -90 to 10 ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • Lower live view quality
    Live view quality
    720p@30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This drone has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • No wireless file transfer
    Wireless file transfer
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This drone does not support wireless file transfer, while the average drone does.
  • More basic controller
    Controller model
    YKQ05A8
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    This drone uses the YKQ05A8 controller, while the average drone uses LiteRadio 4 SE.
    YKQ5A8 vs LiteRadio 4 SE
  • 3.17x higher weight
    Weight
    780 g
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (780 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    780 g vs 246 g
  • 93 mm wider width
    Width
    334 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <114 mm – >387.5 mm
    This drone is wider than the average drone (334 mm vs 241 mm). The average drone width is 241 mm.
    334 mm vs 241 mm
  • 20 min longer charging time
    Charging time
    110 min
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges more slowly than the average drone (110 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    110 min vs 90 min
  • 10.1 mm taller body height
    Height
    72.6 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (72.6 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    Folded height listed as 72.6 mm.
    72.6 mm vs 62.5 mm

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What we like about Fimi X8 Tele Pro

  • High value for money, offering premium features at a lower price point than DJI competitors.
  • Dual-camera system with a 48MP wide-angle and a 5x telephoto lens providing up to 30x hybrid zoom.
  • Excellent wind resistance (Level 7), remaining stable in gale-force or breezy conditions.
  • Impressive maximum flight time of up to 47 minutes with the Intelligent Flight Battery Plus.
  • Versatile expansion port supporting accessories like a megaphone or a release-and-drop mechanism.
  • Tri-directional obstacle avoidance (front, rear, and downward) for enhanced flight safety.

What we don't like about Fimi X8 Tele Pro

  • Software and app bugs, including issues with FPV connections and intensive processor requirements for older phones.
  • Poor after-sales service and high shipping costs for international returns/repairs.
  • Reported '5-minute clip limit' on video recordings that some users found frustrating.
  • Inconsistent range performance, with some users reporting signal loss well before the advertised distance.
  • Conflicting reports regarding Remote ID compliance and lack of official drone class certification in some regions.
  • Image quality is generally satisfactory but lacks the dynamic range and refinement of DJI's higher-end models.

Verdict

The FIMI X8 Tele Pro (often referred to as the FIMI X8 Tele or X8 Pro 2025) is a high-performance foldable drone featuring a dual-camera system with a 48MP 1/2-inch wide-angle lens and a 13MP 1/2.5-inch telephoto lens, enabling 4K/60fps video and a powerful 30x hybrid zoom. Key characteristics include an impressive 20km RokLink 5.0 transmission range, tri-directional obstacle avoidance, and weather-sealing for rain and snow resistance. Its main pros are the exceptional flight time of up to 47 minutes with the Intelligent Flight Battery Plus, AI Super Night Video for low-light clarity, and a versatile accessory port for megaphones or drop mechanisms. However, potential cons include its 750g–830g weight which requires registration in many regions, and some user reports of decreased image clarity when utilizing the telephoto lens at higher zoom levels.

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