Xiaomi Mi 8 Reviews, Specs & Price Compare

8.9/10

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The Xiaomi Mi 8 currently has an Informr score of 8.9 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 3 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.

Android

Operating system

Android

2.8 GHz

Processor

2.8 GHz

6.2"

Screen Size

6.2"

12+ MP

Camera

12+ MP

3400 mAh

Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

Astonishing value, insane performance, awesome photography, a larger than ever 18.7:9 AMOLED display and a cool new 3D Face recognition feature are all reasons why you should rush out and buy the Mi 8.
- Marie Black, Tech Advisor

If you can't survive without an OLED display because of the habit of the colors offered or the AOD and you're willing to live with a notch, Xiaomi Mi 8 will not disappoint you. Personally, I prefer the quality of the display of Mi 8 even if it is only slightly better than MIX 2S, though the MIX rema...
- Luca Zaninello, AndroidPIT

What better way, indeed, could there be to celebrate the company's 8-year anniversary than to come out with an excellent high-end phone. Well, with the Mi 8 it appears Xiaomi has done just that. The Xiaomi Mi 8 is a solid phone, which is easy to recommend. An international version can't come soon en...
- GSMArena

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Common Questions

When is the release date?

Xiaomi released the Mi 8 on June 5, 2018.

How long is the warranty period?

Xiaomi backs up the Mi 8 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

I have Mi 8 problems. Where can should I go for support, replacement or repairs?

If your Mi 8 has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Xiaomi support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Xiaomi's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.

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Screen Size

6.2"

The Xiaomi Mi 8's screen size is 6.2 inches with 1080 x 2248 pixels resolution.

Processor

2.8 GHz

There is a Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 Octa core 2.8 GHz processor (CPU).

The phone runs on the Android 8.0 Oreo operating system (OS).

Camera

12+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 12+ megapixel camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 20+ megapixels resolution.

Storage

64/128/256 GB

Internal memory is 64/128/ 256 GB. No external card slot is available for expansion.

Battery

3400mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol), 3400 mAh battery.

Mi 8 Specs

Overview
Release date	June 5, 2018
Regions available	India
Networks	GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz CDMA: 800 MHz UMTS: 850/900/1700/1900 /2100 MHz LTE: 1700/1900/700/2100 /800/850/900/1800/2600/2300/2500 MHz Data: GPRS, EDGE, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
SIM card	Mini-SIM
Dual SIM	Yes
Operating System	Android 8.0 Oreo Compare Android Smartphones
Processor	Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 Octa core 2.8 GHz
Internal Flash Memory	64/128/ 256 GB
RAM	6 GB
ROM	No
GPS Type	A-GPS
Digital compass	Yes
Flightmode	Yes
Hearing Aid Compatible	Unknown
TTY/TDD	Unknown
Noise Cancellation	Yes
SAR	Unknown
Languages	English, Chinese
Manufacturer Warranty	1 Year
Accessories Included	USB Power Adapter, Manual, Data Cable
Power & battery
Type	Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Battery Capacity	3400 mAh
Removable Battery	No
Wireless Charging	No
Fast Charging	Yes
Video Playback Time	Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi)	Unknown
Internet Use (Celluar)	Unknown
Talk Time	Unknown
Standby Time	Unknown
Physical Characteristics
Design type	Bar
Multi-Use Smart Phone / PDA	Yes
Material	Aluminium
Colors	Black, Gold, Blue, White
Dimensions [H x W x D]	15.49 x 7.48 x 0.76 cm (6.1 x 2.9 x 0.3 in)
Weight	175 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof	No
Rugged design	No
IP Rating	No
Antenna Type	Internal
Changeable Faceplates	No
Display / Screen
Type	Color
Technology	AMOLED
Colors	16.7 million
Resolution	1080 x 2248 pixels
Pixel density	402 pixels
Size	6.2 inches
3D	No
Secondary Display	No
Sensors	Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Graphics	Yes
Themes	Yes
Backlit Illumination	Yes
Zoom / Magnification	Yes
Screen Orientation Lock	Yes
Multi-Touch	Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating	No
Additional Display Features	Capacitive touch screen, HDR, DCI-P3
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key	Yes
Home Key	No
Mute Key	No
Input Type	Touchscreen
Navigation Type	Touchscreen
Predictive Text Entry	Yes
Physical keyboard	No
Voicemail Key	No
Any Key Answer	No
Voice Commands	Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock	Yes
External Volume Control	Yes
External Media Playback Controls	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes
Call Management
Wi-Fi Calling	Yes
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)	Yes
Contact List Capacity	Depends on system memory
Multiple Numbers Per Contact	Email address, Other fields
Contact Groups	Yes
Auto Answer	No
Voice Activated Dialing	Yes
Photo Caller ID	Yes
Web / Email / Messaging
Web Browser	Yes
Email Client	Yes
Email Protocols	POP3, IMAP, Microsoft Exchange
Additional Email Features
Messaging	SMS, MMS, IM
Push-to-talk (PTT)	No
Connectivity
USB	USB Type-C
USB OTG Support	Yes
Infrared	No
Bluetooth	5.0
Bluetooth Profiles	A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
Bluetooth Audio Codecs	SBC, aptX, aptX HD
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n
WiFi Encryption	WEP/WPA/WPA2
Mobile Hotspot	Yes
WiMAX	No
Memory Expansion Slot	No
PC Synchronization	Yes
TV Out	No
DLNA Support	Yes
NFC	Yes
UMA Support	No
Data Tethering Compatibility	Yes
Java Applications	No
Brew Applications	No
ECML / Digital Wallet	Unknown
PictBridge	No
Camera
Main Camera
Aperture	ƒ/ 1.8
Resolution	12+ megapixels
Dual lens	Yes
Zoom	2x optical
Flash	Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info	Auto focus, Brightness control, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer, Dual camera feature (12 MP 2nd camera, f/2.4)
Video Recording Formats	MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters	Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution	20+ megapixels
Zoom	Yes
Additional Front Camera Info	HDR
Video Recording Parameters
Audio / Video
Audio Playback	Yes
Audio Formats	AAC, AAC+, AMR, AMR-NB, AMR-WB, eAAC+, MP3, MP4, M4A, WMA, WAV
Radio	Unknown
Video Playback	Yes
Video Playback Formats	3GP / 3GPP, H.264 / AVC, MKV, MPEG-4, WMV, XviD
Mobile TV	No
Streaming Video	Yes
External Speakers	Yes
Headset Jack	No
Custom Ringtones	Yes
Vibration Alert	Yes
Downloadable Ringtones	Yes
Ringtone Composer	No
Ringer ID	Yes
Haptic Feedback Vibration	Yes
Speakerphone	Yes
Apps
To-Do / Task List	Unknown
Calendar	Yes
World Clock	Yes
Alarm	Yes
Stop Watch	Yes
Timer	Yes
Calculator	Yes
Currency Converter	Unknown
Weather	Yes
Stocks	Unknown
Maps	Yes
NotePad	Unknown
Voice Memos / Recorder	Unknown
Games	Downloadable
Apps	Downloadable
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Critic Reviews

Amazing phone, highly recommended

Marie Black from Tech Advisor ( 15 Jul 2018 00:00 )

9/10

Astonishing value, insane performance, awesome photography, a larger than ever 18.7:9 AMOLED display and a cool new 3D Face recognition feature are all reasons why you should rush out and buy the Mi 8.

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9/10

Just a notch above the MIX 2S

Luca Zaninello from AndroidPIT ( 02 Jul 2018 00:00 )

If you can't survive without an OLED display because of the habit of the colors offered or the AOD and you're willing to live with a notch, Xiaomi Mi 8 will not disappoint you. Personally, I prefer the quality of the display of Mi 8 even if it is only slightly better than MIX 2S, though the MIX remains my favorite of the two overall.

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Pretty standard for a 2018 flagship

GSMArena ( 27 Jun 2018 00:00 )

8.8/10

What better way, indeed, could there be to celebrate the company's 8-year anniversary than to come out with an excellent high-end phone. Well, with the Mi 8 it appears Xiaomi has done just that. The Xiaomi Mi 8 is a solid phone, which is easy to recommend. An international version can't come soon enough.

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8.8/10