Launch report · Xiaomi
Redmi Note 8: One of the best-selling smartphones of all time.
SpecEagle Editorial·Aug 2019·$179·Score 64/100
Redmi Note 8 became one of the best-selling smartphones of all time — tens of millions sold on the strength of Gorilla Glass build, a 48 MP quad cam and FHD+ display at $179. The Note line's definitive volume hit.
Key specs at launch
Display
6.3" FHD+ IPS
Chipset
Snapdragon 665
RAM
3/4/6 GB
Storage
32/64/128 GB + microSD
Battery
4000 mAh, 18W
Main camera
48 MP + 8 MP UW + 2 MP macro + 2 MP depth
Weight
188 g
What stands out
- Gorilla Glass build at $179
- 48 MP quad cam and FHD+
- Sold over 30 million units — proven value
What to watch
- Snapdragon 665 modest
- 2 MP filler lenses
- Mono speaker
The phone it has to beat
Huawei Y9 Prime (2019)
$240 · score 68/100