Overall Score
61.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#2085)61.9
Performance(#3237)62.5
Camera(#812)50.9
Display(#1451)79.5
Battery(#6945)43.5
Build(#350)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Mi 8
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Mi 8 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, reinforced by Gorilla Glass 5, and an aluminum frame, weighing 175g.
- Its 6.21-inch Super AMOLED display supports HDR10 with a resolution of 1080 x 2248 pixels, providing vibrant colors and sharp visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, it delivers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 630 GPU, available in multiple RAM and storage configurations.
- The camera system includes a dual 12 MP rear setup with features like dual pixel PDAF, 4-axis OIS, and 2x optical zoom, capable of recording 4K video.
- A 20 MP front camera is included for selfies.
- The 3400mAh battery supports 18W fast charging but lacks wireless charging.
- Running on Android 8.1 with MIUI 12, it is upgradable to Android 10.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is available in several colors, including Black, Blue, White, and Gold.
- Overall, the Mi 8 combines solid performance, a high-quality display, and a versatile camera system in a premium build.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.21"
TypeSuper AMOLED, HDR10
Resolution1080 x 2248 pixels (~402 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, 4-axis OIS12 MP, f/2.4, 56mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF, 2x optical zoom
Front Camera20 MP
Front Camera Details20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3", 0.9µm
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/120/240fps, 720p@960fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3400 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3400 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC4
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions154.9 x 74.8 x 7.6 mm (6.10 x 2.94 x 0.30 in)
Weight175 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame (7000 series)
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue, White, Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 12
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 12
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✓
SensorsInfrared Face ID, fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo