Overall Score
59.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#1345)59.7
Performance(#1126)88.2
Camera(#737)86.7
Display(#1533)81.7
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#723)81.2
Connectivity(#1659)72.0
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer features a sleek design with a glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, weighing 177g.
- Its 6.21-inch Super AMOLED display supports HDR10, offering a resolution of 1080 x 2248 pixels with a pixel density of approximately 402 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset and an octa-core CPU, it delivers strong performance with 8GB of RAM.
- The dual rear camera setup includes a 12 MP main sensor with f/1.8 aperture and optical image stabilization, capable of recording 4K video at 60fps, while the 20 MP front camera excels in selfies.
- The 3000mAh battery supports 18W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.1 with MIUI 12, it is upgradable to Android 10, providing a smooth user experience.
- Notably, it includes NFC for contactless payments and Bluetooth 5.0 for enhanced connectivity.
- The phone does not feature a headphone jack or stereo speakers.
- Overall, it combines premium materials with solid performance and camera capabilities.
- The transparent back adds a unique aesthetic touch.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionFor China
Display
Size6.21"
TypeSuper AMOLED, HDR10
Resolution1080 x 2248 pixels (~402 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
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
Memory128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, 4-axis OIS12 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF, 2x optical zoom
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3", 0.9µmTOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@60fps, 1080p@30/240fps, 720p@960fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC4
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions154.9 x 74.8 x 7.6 mm (6.10 x 2.94 x 0.30 in)
Weight177 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, aluminum frame (7000 series)
ColorsBlack (transparent back)
Foldable✗
SARN/A
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)
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 12
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✓
SensorsFace ID, fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass