Overall Score
45.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#2926)45.1
Performance(#3680)65.6
Camera(#5401)28.4
Display(#3142)67.5
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#1655)73.0
Connectivity(#4103)50.8
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Redmi 8A Pro
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Redmi 8A Pro features a plastic build with a glass front protected by Gorilla Glass 5, measuring 156.5 x 75.4 x 9.4 mm and weighing 188 grams.
- Its 6.22-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels at a density of approximately 270 ppi, with a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and Adreno 505 GPU, providing adequate performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera system consists of a 13 MP main sensor with PDAF and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The device is equipped with a robust 5000 mAh battery, supporting 18W fast charging, but lacks wireless charging.
- Running on Android 9.0 with a planned upgrade to Android 10 and MIUI 12, it offers a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and USB Type-C 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is available in Sky White, Sea Blue, and Midnight Grey colors.
- It also retains a 3.5mm headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Redmi 8A Pro combines solid specifications in a practical design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, April 02
Announced2020, April 02
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.22"
TypeIPS LCD, 400 nits (typ)
Resolution720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM439 Snapdragon 439 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.95 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.45 GHz Cortex A53)
GPUAdreno 505
Memory32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details18W wired2.5W reverse wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions156.5 x 75.4 x 9.4 mm (6.16 x 2.97 x 0.37 in)
Weight188 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsSky White, Sea Blue, Midnight Grey
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), planned upgrade to Android 10, MIUI 12
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass