Redmi 8 vs Redmi 8A: Price in India, Specifications Compared

Redmi 8 vs Redmi 8A Price in India, Specifications Compared

Redmi 8 released to date was in India on Wednesday as the latest Redmi phone. As the successor to this year's Redmi 7, the Redmi 8 launches with an upgraded primary camera and contains a larger, 5,000mAh battery. The smartphone also sports an all-new "Aura Mirror Design" that launches in multiple color options to attract customers. Moreover, the Redmi 8 has up to 64GB of inbuilt storage. All these make the new Redmi phone a strong contender in its price segment. But how is it different in comparison from the Redmi 8A that was launched in the country just a couple of weeks back?

If we here compare the price and specifications of the Redmi 8 with those of the Redmi 8A to highlight the key differences.

Xiaomi Redmi 8 Price In India

Xiaomi Redmi 8 price in India is expected to be Rs. 7,999. Xiaomi Redmi 8 Expected to be launched on Oct 12, 2019. This is 3 GB RAM / 32 GB internal storage base variant of Xiaomi Redmi 8 which is expected to available in Sapphire Blue, Ruby Red, Emerald Green, Onyx Black color.

Xiaomi Redmi 8A Price In India

The Redmi 8A price in India is set to be at Rs. 6,499 for the 2GB RAM and 32GB storage option and Rs. 6,999 for the 3GB RAM and 32GB storage SKU. Both models come in Midnight Black, Ocean Blue, and Sunset Red color options.

Redmi 8 vs Redmi 8A Spec, Features

These two variants Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A are dual-SIM (Nano) smartphones running Android 9 Pie with MIUI 10 on top. The phones launch with a 6.22-inch HD+ Dot Notch display that sports a Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. Similarly, both Redmi smartphones have the octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 SoC. The Redmi 8 has up to 4GB of RAM, while the Redmi 8A comes with up to 3GB of RAM.

The Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A both smartphones have a 12-megapixel Sony IMX363 primary sensor along with an f/1.8 lens. The Redmi 8 has a secondary 2-megapixel depth sensor, which is not included in the Redmi 8A.

For selfies and enabling video chats, the Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A both smartphones have an 8-megapixel camera sensor at the front side that launches with an F-2.0 lens.

In addition to storing content, the Redmi 8 has 32GB and 64GB of onboard storage options. The Redmi 8A, on the other hand, has alone a 32GB storage option. Both smartphones support storage expansion through microSD cards (up to 512GB) through a dedicated slot.

Connectivity options on both the Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A contain Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.2, wireless FM radio, 3.5mm headphone jack, and a USB Type-C port. The Redmi 8 has an infrared (IR) blaster and launched and equipped with a fingerprint sensor at the backside.

The Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A both include a 5,000mAh battery that supports up to 18W fast charging. The smartphones come bundled with a 10W charger, though.

On the other hand, the Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A have identical dimensions of 156.48x75.41x9.4mm and weight at 188 grams.

Redmi 8 Summary

Redmi 8 smartphone released date was on 9th October 2019. The smartphone launches with a 6.22-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 720x1520 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19:9.

Redmi 8 is equipped and powered by a 2GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 processor. It comes with 3GB of RAM.

The Redmi 8 equipped and also runs Android 9 Pie and is powered by a 5000mAh non-removable battery. The Redmi 8 supports proprietary fast charging.

According to the cameras are concerned the Redmi 8 on the rear packs include a 12-megapixel primary camera with an F-1.8 aperture and a secondary 2-megapixel camera. The rear camera setup has included autofocus. It has sported an 8-megapixel camera on the front for selfies.

The Redmi 8 equipped and runs MIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie and contains 32GB of inbuilt storage that can be expanded through microSD card up to 512GB with a dedicated slot. The Redmi 8 is a dual-SIM GSM and GSM smartphone that accepts Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM cards.

Connectivity options included on the Redmi 8 include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, GPS, Bluetooth v4.20, USB Type-C, FM radio, 3G, and 4G with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India with active 4G on dual SIM cards. Sensors on the smartphone include accelerometer, ambient light sensor, compass/ magnetometer, proximity sensor, and fingerprint sensor. The Redmi 8 supports face unlock.

The Redmi 8 measures 156.30 x 75.40 x 9.40mm (H x W x T) and weighs 188.00 grams. It has launched in Sapphire Blue, Ruby Red, and Onyx Black colors.

As of 11th October 2019, Redmi 8 price in India starts at Rs. 7,999.

Redmi 8A Summary

Redmi 8A smartphone released was on 25th September 2019. The smartphone launches with a 6.22-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 720x1520 pixels and an aspect ratio of 19:9.

Redmi 8A is equipped and also powered by a 2GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 processor. It comes with 2GB of RAM.

The Redmi 8A equipped and runs Android 9 Pie and is powered by a 5000mAh battery. The Redmi 8A supports proprietary fast charging.

According to the cameras are concerned, the Redmi 8A on the rear packs include a 12-megapixel camera with an F-1.8 aperture. The rear camera setup has phase detection included autofocus. It has sported an 8-megapixel camera on the front side for selfies.

The Redmi 8A equipped and runs MIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie and packs 32GB of inbuilt storage that can be expanded through microSD card (up to 512GB) with a dedicated slot. The Redmi 8A is a dual-SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that includes Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM cards.

On the other hand connectivity options on the Redmi 8A include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth v5.00, USB Type-C, FM radio, 3G, and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by few LTE networks in India). Sensors on the smartphone contain an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, and proximity sensor. The Redmi 8A supports face unlock.

The Redmi 8A measures 156.48 x 75.41 x 9.40mm (H x W x T) and weighs 190.00 grams. It has launched in Midnight Black, Sunset Red, and Ocean Blue colors.

As of 11th October 2019, Redmi 8A price in India starts at Rs. 6,999.

Redmi 8 Full Spec

General

Brand	Xiaomi
Model	Redmi 8
Release date	9th October 2019
Launched in India	Yes
Form factor	Touchscreen
Dimensions (mm)	156.30 x 75.40 x 9.40
Weight (g)	188.00
Battery capacity (mAh)	5000
Removable battery	No
Fast charging	Proprietary
Wireless charging	No
Colors	Sapphire Blue, Ruby Red, and Onyx Black

Display

Screen size (inches)	6.22
Touchscreen	Yes
Resolution	720x1520 pixels
Protection type	Gorilla Glass
Aspect ratio	19:9

Hardware

Processor	2GHz octa-core
Processor make	Qualcomm Snapdragon 439
RAM	3GB
Internal storage	32GB
Expandable storage	Yes
Expandable storage type	microSD
Expandable storage up to (GB)	512
Dedicated microSD slot	Yes

Camera

Rear camera	12-megapixel (f/1.8) + 2-megapixel
Rear autofocus	Yes
Rear flash	Yes
Front camera	8-megapixel
Front autofocus	No
Front flash	No

Software

Operating system	Android 9 Pie
Skin	MIUI 10

Connectivity

Wi-Fi	Yes
Wi-Fi standards supported	802.11 b/g/n
GPS	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes, v 4.20
USB Type-C	Yes
Headphones	3.5mm
FM	Yes
Number of SIMs	2
Active 4G on both SIM cards	Yes
SIM 1
SIM Type	Nano-SIM
GSM/CDMA	GSM
3G	Yes
4G/ LTE	Yes
Supports 4G in India (Band 40)	Yes
SIM 2
SIM Type	Nano-SIM
GSM/CDMA	GSM
3G	Yes
4G/ LTE	Yes
Supports 4G in India (Band 40)	Yes

Sensors

Face unlock	Yes
Fingerprint sensor	Yes
Compass/ Magnetometer	Yes
Proximity sensor	Yes
Accelerometer	Yes
Ambient light sensor	Yes

Redmi 8A Full Spec