Mi 8
A 2018 flagship-killer with dual-camera and a notch.
The Xiaomi Mi 8 is a flagship Xiaomi smartphone released Jun 2018, with a launch price of $420. It pairs the SD 845 with a 6.21" AMOLED 60 Hz display, a 12 MP · f/1.8 main camera and a 3,400 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 70/100 — A 2018 value flagship — now strictly legacy. Standout strengths: flagship snapdragon 845 at a sharp price. and dual camera with 2× optical zoom. Main trade-off: no ip rating; mono speaker; no wireless charging.
A 2018 value flagship — now strictly legacy.
The Mi 8 delivered the Snapdragon 845 and a dual camera at a low price. No IP rating, no wireless charging and ended support place it in the past.
Read the full review- Flagship Snapdragon 845 at a sharp price.
- Dual camera with 2× optical zoom.
- Bright AMOLED display.
- Strong value for 2018.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Mi 8 compares
| Mi 8 | iPhone SE (3rd gen) | POCO X3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| Chipset | SD 845 | Apple A15 Bionic | Snapdragon 860 |
| Display | 6.21" AMOLED 60 Hz | 4.7" LCD 60 Hz | 6.67" LCD 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 12 MP · f/1.8 | 48 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 3,400 mAh | 2,018 mAh | 5,160 mAh |
| Launch price | $420 | $429 | $249 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Mi 8 released?
The Mi 8 was released in Jun 2018.
How much does the Mi 8 cost?
The Mi 8 launched at $420 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Mi 8 screen size and type?
The Mi 8 has a 6.21" AMOLED 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Mi 8 use?
The Mi 8 is powered by the SD 845 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Mi 8 have?
The Mi 8 ships with 6 GB · 64 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Mi 8 battery capacity?
The Mi 8 has a 3,400 mAh battery.
How fast does the Mi 8 charge?
The Mi 8 supports 18 W wired charging.
Does the Mi 8 have wireless charging?
The Mi 8 does not support wireless charging.
What is the Mi 8 main camera?
The Mi 8 has a 12 MP · f/1.8 main camera.
Does the Mi 8 have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Mi 8 includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 12 MP, f/2.4, 2× optical.
Does the Mi 8 have 5G?
The Mi 8 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the Mi 8 waterproof?
The Mi 8 has no official ingress-protection rating.
How much does the Mi 8 weigh?
The Mi 8 weighs 175 g.
What colours does the Mi 8 come in?
The Mi 8 is available in 4 colours: Black, Blue, White, Gold.
Is the Mi 8 worth buying?
The Mi 8 delivered the Snapdragon 845 and a dual camera at a low price. No IP rating, no wireless charging and ended support place it in the past. SpecEagle gives the Mi 8 an editorial score of 70/100.
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