Xiaomi's Redmi Note 8 series is now official, and there's a lot to like. Both phones have quad cameras at the back, fresh new designs, and offer great value for what they cost. The Redmi Note 8 Pro in particular stands out due to its 64MP camera — a first for the manufacturer — and the Helio G90T platform. The Redmi Note 8, meanwhile, is powered by the Snapdragon 665 and has a 48MP shooter at the back.
There are a few standout features: the Note 8 Pro has IP52 rating for protection against rain and sweat, and 18W fast charging is standard on both devices. Here's a look at all the hardware powering Xiaomi's latest phones:
| Category | Redmi Note 8 | Redmi Note 8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 9.0 PieMIUI 10 | Android 9.0 PieMIUI 10 |
| Display | 6.3-inch IPS LCD2340x1080 (19.5:9)Gorilla Glass 5 | 6.53-inch IPS LCD2340x1080 (19.5:9)Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 6654 x 2.0GHz Kryo 2604 x 1.8GHz Kryo 260Adreno 61011nm | Helio G90T2 x 2.27GHz Cortex A766 x 1.7GHz Cortex A55Mali G7612nm |
| RAM | 4GB/6GB | 6GB/8GB |
| Storage | 64GB/128GB | 64GB/128GB |
| MicroSD slot | Yes | Yes |
| Rear camera 1 | 48MP, f/1.8,0.8umDual Pixel PDAF | 64MP, f/1.8, 0.8umDual Pixel PDAF |
| Rear camera 2 | 8MP, f/2.2, 1.12umWide-angle | 8MP, f/2.2, 1.12umWide-angle |
| Rear camera 3 | 2MP, f/2.4, 1.75umMacro lens | 2MP, f/2.4, 1.75umMacro lens |
| Rear camera 4 | 2MP, f/2.4, 1.75umPortrait lens | 2MP, f/2.4, 1.75umPortrait lens |
| Front camera 1 | 13MP, f/2.2HDR | 20MP, f/2.2HDR |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi ac 2x2 MIMOBluetooth 5.0AptX HD, LDAC, A-GPS | Wi-Fi ac 2x2 MIMO, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0AptX HD, LDAC, A-GPS |
| Audio | 3.5mm jackSingle speaker | 3.5mm jackSingle speaker |
| Battery | 4000mAhNon-removable | 4500mAhNon-removable |
| Charging | USB-C 2.018W | USB-C 2.018W |
| Water resistance | No | IP52 |
| Security | Rear fingerprint | Rear fingerprint |
| Dimensions | 161.3 x 76.4 x 8.4mm190g | 161.3 x 76.4 x 8.8mm199g |
| Colors | Mineral Grey, Pearl White, Forest Green | Mineral Grey, Pearl White, Forest Green |
The Redmi Note 8 series has plenty to offer, and it'll be interesting to see how much either device will cost in global markets. Hit the link below to know more about Xiaomi's latest budget phones.
Redmi Note 8 and Note 8 Pro are now official, and we have all the details
