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Xiaomi Redmi 8

Xiaomi Redmi 8

৳13,999.00
Brand: Xiaomi
Category: Smartphones
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Released: 2019, October 12
OS: Android 9.0; MIUI 9
Display: 6.22" 720x1520 pixels
Camera: 12MP 1080p
RAM: 3/4GB RAM Snapdragon 439
Battery: 5000mAh Li-Po

Full Specifications and Price in Bangladesh

General Info

Announced	2019, October 09
Status	Available
Brand	Xiaomi
Model	Xiaomi Redmi 8
Color	Onyx Black, Ruby Red, Sapphire Blue
Made by	China
Price	BDT. 13,999

Network

Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G Bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - India
4G Bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40 - Global 1, 3, 5, 8, 40, 41 - India
5G Bands	N/A
Speed	HSPA, LTE
GPRS GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication system's global system for mobile communications (GSM), Generally, GPRS is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection.
EDGE EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) is a wireless network technology generally considered the next step in the 2G network offers data transfer rates up to four times faster than ordinary GSM networks, Generally, EDGE is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection.

Body

Dimensions	156.5 x 75.4 x 9.4 mm (6.16 x 2.97 x 0.37 in)
Weight	188 g (6.63 oz)
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame
SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages.	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

Display

Type Design Type called form factor refers to a mobile phone's size, shape, and style as well as the layout and position of major components of phone. There are three major form factors seen in mobile phones => bar phones, folding phones and sliding phones.	IPS LCD, 400 nits (typ)
Size	6.22 inches, 96.6 cm2 (~81.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution	720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
Refresh Rate	60Hz
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality.	270 ppi density
Multitouch
Features	- SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM - XviD/MP4/H.265 player - MP3/WAV/eAAC+/Flac player - Photo/video editor - Document viewer

Platform

Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device.	Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 12
Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming.	Qualcomm SDM439 Snapdragon 439 (12 nm)
CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone.	Octa-core (4x1.95 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.45 GHz Cortex A53)
GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion.	Adreno 505

Memory

Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras.	Micro SDXC (dedicated slot)
RAM RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices.	3/4 GB
Internal Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored.	32/64 GB eMMC 5.1

Main Camera

Camera Resolution	12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF 2 MP, (depth)
Camera Features	LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video Resolution	1080p@30fps

Selfie Camera

Camera Resolution	8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Camera Features	HDR
Video Resolution	1080p@30fps

Sound

Alert Types	Vibration, MP3, WAV ringtones
Loudspeaker	Yes
Audio Jack

Connectivity

WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices.	4.2, A2DP, LE
GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky.	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches.
Infrared port
FM Radio
USB	2.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector, USB On-The-Go

Features

Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device.	Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Messaging	SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, IM
Browser Web Browser => a web browser is a software application used to locate, retrieve and display content on the World Wide Web, including Web pages, images, video and other files, The primary function of a web browser is to render HTML, the code used to design or markup webpages.	HTML5
Java

Battery

Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium.	Non-removable Li-Po
Battery Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions.	5000 mAh
Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device.	Fast battery charging 18W
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

7.9

Design 10 / 10
Display 6 / 10
Camera 5 / 10
Connectivity 8 / 10
Features 10 / 10
Performance 5 / 10
Battery 10 / 10
Usability 9 / 10

Xiaomi Redmi 8: Overview

The Xiaomi Redmi 8 is a budget-friendly smartphone offering a large battery and decent performance for everyday use. It’s powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 processor, which handles basic tasks like web browsing, social media, and light gaming efficiently. The phone features a 6.22-inch HD+ display, providing clear visuals, and is equipped with a dual-camera setup, including a 12MP primary camera. One of its standout features is the massive 5000mAh battery, which provides excellent battery life. The Redmi 8 also supports 18W fast charging, making it a reliable companion for long-term usage without frequent charging.

Price in Bangladesh: The Xiaomi Redmi 8 is priced around BDT 13,999 to BDT 15,000, making it an affordable option for budget-conscious users.

Pro and Cons

Pros:

Long Battery Life: The 5000mAh battery provides up to two days of moderate usage.
Affordable Price: Very budget-friendly, offering good value for its price.
Decent Camera for the Price: The 12MP dual-camera system captures acceptable photos in good lighting.
Fast Charging Support: It supports 18W fast charging, which is rare in this price range.
Splash-Resistant Design: The phone has a P2i coating that provides essential protection from accidental splashes.

Cons:

Average Performance: The Snapdragon 439 chipset handles basic tasks but may struggle with heavy apps or games.
Low-Resolution Display: The 720p resolution is not as sharp as that of higher-end phones, but it’s acceptable for the price.
No NFC: Lacks NFC support for contactless payments.
Plastic Build: While durable, the plastic body feels less premium compared to more expensive models.

FAQs

Does the Xiaomi Redmi 8 support 5G? No, the Redmi 8 supports 4G LTE but not 5G.
What is the battery capacity of the Redmi 8? The phone comes with a 5000mAh battery, providing long battery life.
Does it support fast charging? Yes, it supports 18W fast charging, though the included charger is 10W.
What is the display size and resolution? The Redmi 8 features a 6.22-inch HD+ (720p) display.
What camera setup does the Redmi 8 have? It features a dual-camera setup with a 12MP primary sensor and a 2MP depth sensor.
Can the storage be expanded? Yes, the Redmi 8 has a dedicated microSD card slot that supports expansion up to 512GB.
Is the Redmi 8 waterproof? No, but it does have a P2i splash-resistant coating for essential water protection.

Reason to Buy

The Xiaomi Redmi 8 is an excellent choice for budget-conscious users who need a reliable phone with a long-lasting battery. Its 5000mAh battery, paired with 18W fast charging support, ensures you can use the phone extensively without worrying about running out of power. The dual-camera setup, splash-resistant design, and affordable price make it a solid option for those looking for a basic smartphone that handles everyday tasks efficiently. While it may not offer the most powerful performance, it excels in delivering essential features at a highly competitive price.