Overall Score
54.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#5925)54.5
Performance(#7030)54.3
Camera(#5207)42.1
Display(#3428)70.5
Battery(#4728)43.5
Build(#3444)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Haier G8
Short Review
- The Haier G8 features a compact design with dimensions of 142.8 x 70.7 x 8.5 mm and a lightweight build at 135g, available in black, white, and blue.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6737 chipset with a quad-core 1.25 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 1GB of RAM, suitable for basic tasks but limited for intensive applications.
- The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera with f/2.0 aperture and autofocus, capable of recording video at 720p, alongside an 8 MP front-facing camera for selfies.
- The battery capacity stands at 2500 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 7.0 Nougat, the software experience is straightforward but may lack the latest features found in newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device also features a microUSB 2.0 port and a standard headphone jack.
- Overall, the Haier G8 is a basic smartphone with essential features, suitable for users with minimal demands.
- Its design and performance make it a practical choice for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release DateN/A
AnnouncedN/A
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionAsahi Dragontrail Glass
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6737 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.25 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720MP1
Memory16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.12µm, AF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2500 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions142.8 x 70.7 x 8.5 mm (5.62 x 2.78 x 0.33 in)
Weight135 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes