Overall Score
56.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#1639)56.4
Performance(#2476)77.9
Camera(#1019)68.5
Display(#2414)76.8
Battery(#2898)30.6
Build(#300)90.1
Connectivity(#2347)62.8
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro features a robust design with Gorilla Glass 5 on both the front and back, complemented by a plastic frame, and weighs 200g.
- Its 6.53-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels with HDR support and a typical brightness of 500 nits, providing clear visuals.
- Powered by the Mediatek Helio G90T chipset, it delivers solid performance through its octa-core CPU and Mali-G76 GPU, available with up to 256GB of storage and 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 64 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide, a 2 MP macro, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- The 20 MP front camera ensures high-quality selfies.
- It houses a 4500mAh battery with 18W charging, supporting extended usage without wireless charging.
- Running on Android 9.0, it is upgradable to Android 11 with MIUI 12.5, offering a smooth user experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC.
- The phone is available in multiple colors, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
- Overall, the Redmi Note 8 Pro combines solid build quality, impressive performance, and versatile camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019, September 24
Announced2019, August 29
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.53"
TypeIPS LCD, HDR, 500 nits (typ)
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6785V/CC Helio G90T (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.05 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G76 MC4
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera64 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.72", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3", 0.9µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR, panorama
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4500 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions161.4 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm (6.35 x 3.01 x 0.35 in)
Weight200 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame
ColorsBlack, Red, Blue, White, Deep Sea Blue, Midnight Blue, Electric Blue, Twilight Orange
Foldable✗
SAR1.15 W/kg (head) 1.18 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, MIUI 12.5
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass