Overall Score
62.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#1962)62.3
Performance(#2293)64.8
Camera(#1029)49.9
Display(#1427)79.5
Battery(#6938)43.5
Build(#344)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro features a sleek design with a glass front and back, supported by an aluminum frame, making it lightweight at 177g.
- Its 6.21-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2248 pixels with HDR10 support, providing vibrant colors and deep blacks.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, it delivers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 6GB or 8GB of RAM.
- The dual rear camera setup includes a 12 MP main sensor with f/1.8 aperture and 4-axis OIS, capable of recording 4K video at 60fps, while the 20 MP front camera excels in selfies.
- The 3000mAh battery supports 18W fast charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.1 with MIUI, it is upgradable to Android 10, ensuring a modern software experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The phone is available in Transparent Black, Meteorite Black, and Twilight Gold colors.
- Notably, it lacks a headphone jack and stereo speakers.
- Overall, the Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro combines solid performance, a high-quality display, and a capable camera system.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionFor Global market
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
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB 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, 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@60fps, 1080p@30/240fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3000 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)
Weight177 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, aluminum frame (7000 series)
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsTransparent Black, Meteorite Black, Twilight Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / 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
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✓
SensorsInfrared Face ID, fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo