Smartphone Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 - advantages and disadvantages

Smartphones from the Chinese manufacturer Xiaomi enjoy quite a worthy reputation. Models from this company belong to the middle price category, which also captivates some users. Today, Xiaomi is in the top ten in terms of sales and annual releases only support their success.

Specifications of Xiaomi Redmi Note 8

At the presentation of its new products, Xiaomi introduced two models, Redmi Note 8 Pro and Redmi Note 8. The Pro series has higher performance and is considered a gaming version. It is already available for pre-order, and entered the market on September 3rd.

The regular version is expected to be open for pre-order from September 10, and for sales on September 17.Despite this, the technical specifications are already available to anyone and it will not be difficult to make a further forecast for the work of Redmi Note 8.

When you first get acquainted with its technical characteristics, you can definitely say that it corresponds to the trends of 2019:

• large battery capacity;
• simultaneous use of several cameras;
• very spacious storage
• fingerprint scanner.

Of course, these are not all trends, but the main ones that ensure competitiveness in the market.

Manufacturers have not forgotten about the "zest". Surprising is the addition of an IR port to the Redmi Note 8 by the developers. But more on that later. In general, the technical capabilities promise a decent model with high performance and pleasant accompanying characteristics.

At the start of sales, this model will cost from $140 to $196, depending on the amount of memory.

Advantages of Xiaomi Redmi Note 8

Like any smartphone (and not only) Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 has its own advantages. It is able to satisfy the needs and desires of every third customer. It also has its own unique features that make it absolutely special in the market.

When listing the advantages, it is worth remembering that they are not indisputable and, perhaps, in reality they will partially meet expectations. However, this happens quite often.

Camera

One of the features of Redmi Note 8 is a 4-camera photo module, which is installed on the rear panel. It has the following technical specifications: 48 MP, 8 MP, 2 MP and 2 MP. The camera is equipped with widescreen and macro shooting. An additional advantage that the developers promise is a 25x ZOOM while maintaining image quality.

The front camera also deserves special praise. Its matrix resolution is 13 MP. Selfie lovers will appreciate the additional modes and shooting options that are located in the camera menu.

Battery and its charging

Of course, 4000 mAh for smartphones in 2019 is not a big achievement, and now many models have such a figure. But still, such a battery size deserves to be on the list of advantages.

At the presentation of Redmi Note 8, special attention was paid to get acquainted with 18W charging. This means that the novelty is equipped with a fast charging function.

Memory

One of the trends among mobile device manufacturers has been the production of several modifications with different amounts of memory. So Redmi Note 8 has 3 variations:

• 64 GB and 4 GB;
• 64 GB and 6 GB;
• 128 GB and 6 GB.

These are quite decent indicators and even the simplest option has an impressive storage. But if this is not enough, the user will be able to use an external microSD drive up to 256 GB.

Performance

Compared to the previous model, Redmi Note 8 has a more powerful Snapdragon 665 processor and an Adreno 610 video accelerator. Additionally, the processor has passive cooling, which directly affects the increase in autonomy and decrease in heat. For the declared price segment, such performance is a unique and more than worthy phenomenon.

Screen

Regarding the characteristics of the screen and picture quality, the following indicators are declared:

• screen type - IPS LCD, 16M colors;
• area - 97.4 cm 2, which is 81% in relation to the front panel;
• the ratio is 1080 x 2340 pixels.

Frankly impressive decisions are not expected in this case. Quite relevant indicators that will contribute to rich color reproduction and high-quality picture.

Equipment

Unfortunately, today, even among popular manufacturers, there is a tendency to save on packaging for a smartphone. For example, some models lie alone in a box without a charger. But Redmi Note 8 avoided such a fate. Buying a novelty, the user receives a simple silicone case and a charger.

Appearance and body

Despite the saying “don't judge a book by its cover”, every buyer pays attention to the design of the device in one way or another. Moreover, it significantly affects the level of sales, and a competent manufacturer always pays great attention to this issue.

On Redmi Note 8, the design team did not work in vain - smooth and graceful lines will appeal to any aesthete. Each corner has a rounded shape, and the reflective back panel shimmers with different shades. By the way, this particular part is made of metal, not plastic, which deserves a separate plus.

The front part is almost completely trough the display. At the top, in a drop-shaped form, is the front camera. But the branded inscription in the bottom frame simplifies the whole appearance and looks somehow ridiculous.

Sound

In the presentation video of Redmi Note 8, the developers promise an amazing sound that can blow off a candle flame. In this case, they checked the work on the bugs in the previous model and decided to additionally win lovers of good sound. Will these promises come true? It is possible to find out about this only after the start of sales. At the moment, good sound is an indisputable advantage.

impact resistance

They just didn’t do anything with Redmi Note 8 to demonstrate its strength: they cut vegetables on it, threw it. But the smartphone did not succumb to tricks and passed the test with dignity. The manufacturer promises that the smartphone will not be terrible scratches and bumps. In fact, it is rather doubtful, with all its technical characteristics.

Price

As mentioned earlier, Redmi Note 8 has several variations with different amounts of memory, they also have a different starting price:

• 64 GB and 4 GB - $ 140, in rubles this is about 9,000;
• 64 GB and 6 GB - $ 168, approximately 11,000 rubles;
• 128 GB and 6 GB - $ 196, about 13,000 rubles.

With the declared technical features and promises, this is an incredibly budget price.

Disadvantages of Redmi Note 8

Compliance with the budget segment affected the presence of certain flaws or the absence of some functions. When buying an inexpensive device, you should decide on the necessary functions and upcoming tasks. Based on such conditions, make a choice, but according to the declared characteristics, Redmi Note 8 is almost an ideal smartphone. Whether he will show his ideality in practice remains to be seen. So far, only a few facts can be attributed to the shortcomings.

Missing NFC

NFC is a short-range wireless data transmission capability. Thanks to this technology, you can pay for purchases in a contactless way, just by bringing your smartphone to the terminal. It is difficult to imagine a mobile device in 2019 without such a function. Every year, NFC is gaining more demand and is it worth buying Redmi Note 8 if you plan to use it for a long time? Probably not.

color variation

Redmi Note 8 is presented in two color variations:

• crystal green;
• crystal blue.

Surprisingly, there are no classic, neutral colors. After all, the proposed option is not suitable for every buyer, which is fraught with a decline in sales.

Adaptation to the global market

The first sales will be launched in the Chinese market, then in the Indian one. There is still little accurate information about the global version of the model and a lot of rumors. According to the declared technical characteristics, Redmi Note 8 operates at the following frequencies:

• 2G - GSM 850/900/1800/1900 - SIM 1 and SIM 2;
• 3G - HSDPA 850/900/2100;
• 4G - LTE band 1 (2100), 3 (1800), 5 (850), 8 (900), 38 (2600), 40 (2300), 41 (2500).

Mobile operators in Russia operate at the following frequencies:

• GSM - 900, 1800;
• Band - 1, 3, 4, 7, 8.

By not tricky comparison, it is clear that the novelty will not support some frequencies in Russia. Although, the global version will appear on Chinese sites and its cost will be 1-2 thousand rubles more expensive.

Conclusion

Xiaomi has released a really good smartphone model for little money. The functionality and quality of work will appeal to any user. Redmi Note 8 has become a kind of intermediate option between Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 8 Pro. But these data are still only theoretical, the real level of work can only be known after long-term use.

Who is this new product for? Any buyer who is looking for a good model for little money. In this case, it is easier to determine who does not fit. Firstly, to the owners of the predecessor, namely Redmi Note 7. Innovations do not greatly distinguish the work of the two models.

Secondly, if the wallet allows, it is better to buy the Pro version.

Thirdly, given the situation with the global version, you should think several times before buying and consider options from other manufacturers for the same price.

When the wave of launch sales passes, an adapted version for European countries appears on the market, and the smartphone lives up to all the promises of the developers, buying Redmi Note 8 is highly recommended.