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| Excellence Score |
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| Value for Money Score |
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| Price |
₹ 9,999 onwards
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₹ 7,987 onwards
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| Launch Date (India) |
Oct, 2019
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Sep, 2019
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| Expected Launch Date |
N/A
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N/A
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| Smartphone OS |
Android 9.0 Pie, Upgradeable to Android 10Low likelihood of getting updated to next Android version
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Android 9.0 Pie, Upgradeable to Android 10Low likelihood of getting updated to next Android version
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| Touchscreen |
Yes (Capacitive)
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Yes (Capacitive)
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| Screen Size |
6.22 inches
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6.22 inches
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| Screen Resolution |
720x1520 pixels (~ 270 pixels per inch)
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720x1520 pixels (~ 270 pixels per inch)
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| Tall Aspect Ratio / Minimal Bezels |
Yes
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Yes
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| Scratch Resistant Display |
Yes, Corning Gorilla Glass 5
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Yes, Corning Gorilla Glass 5
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| Display Type |
IPS LCD
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IPS LCD
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| Screen Refresh Rate |
60 HzStandard
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60 HzStandard
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| Display Features |
2.5D Curved Glass, Sunlight Mode, Reading mode, Color temperature adjustment, Standard mode
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2.5D Curved Glass, Sunlight mode, Night mode, Reading mode, Color Temperature Adjustment
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| Full Physical QWERTY Keypad |
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| Processor |
1.95 GHz
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2 GHz
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| Processor Type |
Octa Core
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Octa Core
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| Processor Name |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 439Ranked #89 in Mobile Processor Benchmarks
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 439Ranked #89 in Mobile Processor Benchmarks
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| GPU |
Adreno 505
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Adreno 505
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| RAM |
4 GB
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3 GB
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| 3G |
Yes
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Yes
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| 4G |
Yes
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Yes
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| 5G |
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| VoLTE |
Yes
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Yes
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| WiFi |
Yes
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Yes
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| VoWiFi/WiFi-Calling |
Yes
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Yes
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| GPS |
Yes
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Yes
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| Bluetooth |
Yes
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Yes
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| Connecting Port |
USB-C
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USB-C
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| Primary Camera |
12MP + 2MP
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12MP
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| Camera Auto-Focus |
Yes
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Yes
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| Camera Flash |
Yes
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Yes
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| HD Video Recording |
Yes (Full HD)
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Yes (Full HD)
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| Other Camera Features |
12MP: F/1.8 Aperture; 1.4um Pixel Size, 2MP: Depth Sensor, Dual-PDAF, AI Portrait mode, AI Scene detection
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F/1.9 Aperture, Sony IMX363 Sensor, 1.4um Pixel Size, Dual PDAF, 6P Lens
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| Secondary Camera |
8MP
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8MP
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| Secondary Camera Features |
F/2.0 Aperture, 1.12um Pixel Size, AI Beautify 4.0, Portrait mode, HDR, Screen Flash, Selfie timer, Face recognition, Palm shutter
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F/2.0 Aperture, 1.12um Pixel Size
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| Internal Memory |
64 GB
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32 GB
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| Expandable Memory Slot |
Yes, up to 512 GB
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Yes, up to 512 GB
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| Contacts Storage |
Unlimited
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Unlimited
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| SMS Storage |
Unlimited
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Unlimited
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| Music Player |
Yes
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Yes
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| FM Radio |
Yes (Wireless)
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Yes (Wireless)
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| Dual SIM |
GSM+GSM
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GSM+GSM
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| Thickness |
9.4 mmThick
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9.4 mmThick
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| Weight |
188 gmMedium
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188 gmMedium
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| Width |
75.4 mmOk for one-handed use
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75.4 mmOk for one-handed use
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| Audio Output |
3.5mm jack
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3.5mm jack
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| Water Resistant |
Yes, Splash resistant
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Yes, Splash Resistant (P2i Coating)
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| Battery Capacity |
5000 mAh
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5000 mAh
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| Battery Standby |
N/A
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N/A
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| Battery Standby (3G) |
N/A
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N/A
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| Battery Talktime |
N/A
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N/A
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| Battery Talktime (3G) |
N/A
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N/A
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| Fast Charging Support |
Yes, 18W Fast Charging
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Yes, 18W Fast Charging
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| Included Fast Charger |
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| Other Battery Parameters |
N/A
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N/A
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| Fingerprint sensor |
Yes
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| Other Features |
Noise Filtration
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Noise Filtration
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| 2-minute Review [Positives] |
- In recent times, Redmi has adopted some very premium and stylish design aesthetics, and the Redmi 8 continues that trend, with great design and build quality
- The ruby-red color variant especially looks stunning, and it is astonishing to see how far budget hardware has come
- The phone also feels premium to the touch
- The front is sharp and modern, with a dewdrop notch, and very similar to the Redmi 8A
- The location of the fingerprint scanner at the back is near perfect - and the scanner is very quick as well
- Decent 6.2-inch IPS display, the same as the one on the Redmi 8A - gets bright enough for outdoor use
- Packs Gorilla glass 5 protection, which is a big bonus in this price segment
- MIUI is one of the more refined and smooth Android skins around, and has a lot of customization/theming options - there’s ample features for power users - from gestures to the ability to switch around button layouts as well as a robust home screen customisation experience, you can really make the phone your own
- Decent day-to-day performance, with the same Snapdragon 439 as the Redmi 8A (it's not really meant for gaming though)
- Ok camera setup, at this price point
- Outdoor shots look good enough with Xiaomi’s AI enhancements kicking in to deliver punchy images
- The dedicated secondary camera enables portrait mode, and edge detection is decent
- USB-C at an entry-level price deserves kudos
- Phenomenal battery life with a 5000mAh cell paired with entry-level hardware - you will comfortably get 2 days of use
- 18W fast-charging support (though a standard 10W brick is included in the box)
- Overall, the Redmi 8 is another very good budget option from Xiaomi's camp, and along with the Realme C2/3i, will likely dominate the entry-level smartphone segment in India
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- Unlike earlier entry-level Xiaomi phones, this one packs a trendy thin-bezel, tear-drop notch design
- Excellent construction and tactile feedback
- The matte finish at the back feels reassuring in the hands, and gives a good grip to the phone
- Fairly manageable weight-wise at 188g, which is commendable since it packs a large 5000 mAh battery
- Splash resistant
- Good, vivid display - one of the better ones in the entry segment - watching movies is an enjoyable experience
- Packs Gorilla glass 5 protection, which is a huge bonus in this price segment
- MIUI is a pretty refined and feature packed Android skin - some of the key add-ons include dual apps, second space, in-built call recording and the option to tweak the app icons
- Dependable performance backed by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 octa core processor - daily use is pretty smooth (though of course this phone is not really meant for high-end PUBG sort of gaming)
- Pretty decent camera quality (front and back) for the price bracket
- Daylight shots come out reasonably well in bright conditions - AI & HDR help in other conditions
- Thanks to Dual PD auto focus, it can focus on objects quickly
- Macro shots are good with good amount of details
- Portrait mode is decent too
- The 8-megapixel front camera is ok too - portrait for front camera uses software-based blur, and the edge detection is decent
- Uses the modern USB-C standard, a first for this price segment
- Excellent battery life with a massive 5000mAH battery combined with a 720p display - you will comfortably get 2 days of use
- 18W fast charging support, which is again really commendable for this price point (though only a 10W charger is included in the box)
- Redmi 8A is another excellent entry-level phone from the Xiaomi camp - it will be an especially good option if battery life is very important to you
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| 2-minute Review [Negatives] |
- Of course the glossy hardware catches on fingerprints (Xiaomi has thankfully tossed in a TPU case in the box, though)
- Xiaomi has added a Redmi logo on the lower bezel and that feels like a bit of an overkill given there is Redmi already engraved on the back
- It still continues to pack a lot of bloat though - you get 20-something pre-installed applications with wide-ranging requirements for user permissions
- Limited dynamic range - the camera has a tendency to blow out highlights
- Despite support for dual-pixel autofocus, the camera often hunts to get a focus lock
- Images have some softness to them in anything less than perfect light - indoor images tend to be short on details
- Videos are again fine in daylight, but not so much in anything less than that
- Overall, the camera is not a particularly strong area for the Redmi 8
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- Xiaomi has added a Redmi logo on the lower bezel and that feels like a bit of an overkill given there is Redmi already engraved on the back
- Face unlock is a bit slow/inconsistent at times (and there is no fingerprint sensor)
- It's of course not as simple and clean as stock (or stock-like) Android phones - very few custom skins are - and like other recent Xiaomi phones, does have plenty of ads (you can disable them though)
- While the overall camera quality is decent, it's a notch behind its main competitor, the Realme C2, which packs a better dual rear camera setup
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| Expert Reviews |
Decent...but buyers considering this phone should take a close look at the Redmi 8A to see if there's anything they don't mind losing, since that could save them some money....And people who value performance might want to look at Redmi Note 8, which coul  in-depth Read Review »Budget all rounder  in-depth Read Review »Has plenty to offer if you are looking for a new phone in the segment  in-depth Read Review »The Redmi 8 is a good offering for its price....the only problem is that given similar specifications, many users might prefer the Redmi 8A which is cheaper, runs the same processor and offers something very similar  in-depth Read Review »A good phone, and a good daily driver, but one that's held back by its ad-supported UI  in-depth Read Review »A performer for its price, if you don't mind the processor  in-depth Read Review »Good phone, but the Redmi 8A (at a slightly lower price), or the Redmi Note 8 (at a slightly higher price) might make more sense, from a value for money perspective  in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review »
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If you want a budget smartphone or a low-cost secondary device, the Redmi 8A is a solid phone in-depth Read Review »Budget blockbuster in-depth Read Review »A reliable deal in-depth Read Review »Incredible value at an incredible price in-depth Read Review »A good option for those looking to get a stylish budget phone in-depth Read Review »Worth recommending  in-depth Read Review »Best phone in this price bracket, but only if you don't mind ads in-depth Read Review »The best phone in its segment. Period.  in-depth Read Review »If you are looking to upgrade from an older budget phone or are a first-time smartphone user, the Redmi 8A is totally worth it  in-depth Read Review »A great buy for the price in-depth Read Review »Very good value in-depth Read Review » hands-on Read Review »
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| User Reviews |
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| Official Website |
Official Website »
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Official Website »
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