Xiaomi Redmi Note 8
The Redmi Note 8 debuted with Snapdragon 665 SoC, which also features in the Mi CC9E but with an upgrade in the overall specs. Redmi Note 8 has a better screen resolution with support for TÜV Rheinland eye protection. The device has a Quad camera lens, a massive battery capacity, fingerprint identification scanner, and an affordable price tag.
Redmi Note 8 specs highlights
- Front and Back Glass design
- 6.39-inch display
- Snapdragon 665 SoC
- 128GB 6GB RAM
- 48MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP and 13MP lens
- 4000mAh battery
- Quick Charge 4+
- Fingerprint scanner
- Redmi Note 8 price: $139
Redmi Note 8 price in China
- 4GB + 64GB | CYN 999 ( INR 10,000 | $139)
- 6GB + 64GB | CYN 1199 ( INR 12,000 | $167)
- 8GB + 128GB | CYN 1399 ( INR 14,000 | $195)
Redmi Note 8 specs
Its a combination of high-quality craftsmanship and innovation that brought about the Redmi Note 8. The device features a 3D glasses in both front and back, giving it a splash resistance body with an IP52 rating.
At the back, we’ve seen that design in Note 7. The Quad camera lens is placed at the left side with the fingerprint scanner at the center, immediately after the camera column. The difference is that Redmi Note 8 has four camera lens, the LED flash sits beside the 48MP camera, while the Redmi Note 7 has two lenses and the LED light placed below the sensors.
Both devices have all the four edges curved, thin bezel and a notch for the selfie camera. However, the bezel on the Note 7 seems thick but cut into nearly half in Note 8.
Display
Redmi Note 8 has a 6.39-inch LCD screen (1080 x 2340p) Full HD+ resolution. According to Redmi, the device has a 90% body-to-screen ratio and is a 19.5:9 aspect ratio panel. It supports for the first time, TÜV Rheinland eye protection, and protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
Under the 2.5D curved glass, the device will offer mind-blowing experience by ensuring 100% color representation. Also, the Gorilla Glass has been proved to withstand some amount of pressure, meaning your device won’t break on each fall again.
Performance
Between the Snapdragon 660 that features in Redmi Note 7 and SD 665 that’s runs the Redmi Note 8, there’s only a little performance increase. Even the SD 660 has a higher frequency clock speed, only that the SD665 is built on 11nm process making it a more efficient processor.
For an individual that wants to buy the Redmi Note 8 to enjoy the high-speed performance, you’ll be disappointed because the difference between the two phones in terms of performance, won’t be noticed. Nevertheless, the device is an upgrade from the predecessor when you look at its general performance.
Camera
Most individuals consider camera performance before choosing a smartphone. Redmi knowing fully well has equipped the Redmi Note 8 with the best camera that can be on a mid-range device.
The device has a 48MP camera, which is accompanied by 8MP ultrawide wide-angle lens, 2MP depth sensor, and 2MP macro lens. There’s a 13MP selfie lens at the front notch, fully equipped with all AI enchantments for a better selfie shoot.
And yes, you can record slo-mo videos at 720p@960fps. Other formats include 2160p@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, while with the front camera you’ll enjoy 1080p@30fps videos.
Battery
If power is your priority for choosing a smartphone, then you might consider the Pro version with 4500mAh battery. The Redmi Note 8 has 4000mAh capacity that supports 18W Quick Charge via USB-C port. However, with an efficient processor, you’ll get enough power on a single charge, which can last for a whole day on a decent usage.
Security
There’s a fingerprint scanner placed at the back of the Redmi Note 8. It’s 30% smaller to the one than Note 7, but faster, secured and accurate. Apart from the scanner, you can also use pattern, face unlock, password to supplement.
Redmi Note 8 price and availability
The Redmi Note 8 price starts officially at $139 and is already available for purchase on AliExpress. There you’ll be offered the 64GB 4GB RAM option for $189. The increase in price is because the device is still on pre-sale, but if you can afford it, why not?
Redmi Note 8 specs have some improvements when compared with Note 7 features. Major improvement is on the camera department which now have four camera lens, unfortunately, the main module is 48MP and not 64MP.
We’ve already seen the same design on Redmi Note 7, only that the bezel has been shrunk and is now only 42mm thick. The processor would be considered an upgrade when you look at the numbers, while the performance is likely to be the same. Battery capacity is something that has remained permanent for the Note series. You won’t see us complain because is huge at 4000mAh.
