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Released: 2019, October 16

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8

Overall Score

58.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3440)58.5
Performance(#4410)60.3
Camera(#1455)47.9
Display(#4463)70.5
Battery(#6936)43.5
Build(#1252)77.8

Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Redmi Note 8

Short Review

  • The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 features a glass front and back with a plastic frame, providing a premium feel despite its weight of 190g and dimensions of 158.3 x 75.3 x 8.4 mm.
  • Its 6.3-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels, delivering sharp visuals at approximately 409 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
  • Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 chipset, it offers efficient performance with an octa-core CPU and options for RAM and storage configurations, ensuring smooth multitasking.
  • The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, a 2 MP macro, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, although it lacks optical image stabilization.
  • A 13 MP front camera is available for selfies.
  • The 4000 mAh battery supports 18W charging, providing decent longevity without wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 9.0 with MIUI 12.5, it is upgradable to Android 11, offering a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, and USB Type-C, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device is available in various colors, including Neptune Blue and Moonlight White.
  • Overall, the Redmi Note 8 combines solid design, competent performance, and versatile camera capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2019, October 16
Announced2019, August 29
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.3"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~409 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SDM665 Snapdragon 665 (11 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 610
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera13 MP
Front Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps; gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions158.3 x 75.3 x 8.4 mm (6.23 x 2.96 x 0.33 in)
Weight190 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsNeptune Blue, Moonlight White, Space Black, Nebula Purple, Cosmic Purple
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat12 600/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, MIUI 12.5
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, MIUI 12.5

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes