Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021)

Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021)

Build Quality : 85
Display : 90
Camera : 100
Performance : 90
Memory : 95
Network : 90
Connectivity : 90
Battery : 100
Sensor : 90
Audio : 95

Announced

Date

May 2021

Official announce date only and not date for market product release.

Model Detail

GTIN / MPN

M1908C3JGG

Product identifier detail, seems like unique serial number, build number or model id.

Platform

OS

Android 11

Type Operating System (OS), included with the OS version number.

Firmware

MIUI 12.5

Specific firmware name identity that used on the davices.

Mobile Network

Bands

2G / 3G / 4G

Available mobile network support options.

SIM

Dual SIM, Nano SIM

Type and support on Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) feature.

Connectivity

WLAN

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Dual Band

Available enabled features on Wireless internet network connection hardware.

Bluetooth

5.2, A2DP, LE

Verison and feature on Bluetooth hardware.

USB

USB Type-C

Type of Connectivity port hardware.

Body & Design

Dimension

158.3 x 75.3 x 8.4 mm

Metric using (Height x Width x Length) on milimeter.

Weight

190 g

Metric using (Gram) calculation unit.

Material

Plastic + Glass Case

Type of main body materials component and the extra feature if available.

Color Options

Black, White, Blue

Official available body color options.

Performance

Chipset

MediaTek Helio G85

Chipset (CPU) hardware name and series.

GPU

Mali-G52 MC2

Graphic (GPU) hardware name and series.

Memory

RAM

3GB / 4GB

Random Access Memory (RAM) Amount size capacity.

Internal

64GB / 128GB

Fully amount size Internal memory storage capacity.

External

MicroSDXC

Type of third party memory expansion feature, if available.

Display & Screen

Size

6.3"

Screen size on (Inch) calculation unit.

Panel

IPS LCD

Type of display panel hardware for visual.

Resolution

1080 x 2340 pixels

Screen resolution on (Pixel) calculation unit.

Other

19.5:9 ratio, (~409 ppi density), Corning Gorilla Glass 5

Extra display and screen features if available.

Battery

Type

Li-Po

Type of Battery model.

Capacity

4000 mAh

Battery capacity number using Milliampere-hour (mAh) calculation unit.

Charger Model

USB Type-C

Charging method and type of charger port model.

Other

Fast charging 18W

Extra features on power sector, if available.

Camera

Rear

Quad Setup

Total main / rear camera number.

+

(Main) 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF

Main camera unit.

+

(Ultrawide) 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 1/4.0", 1.12µm

Secondary camera unit, if available.

+

(Macro) 2 MP, f/2.4

Third camera unit, if available.

+

(Depth) 2 MP, f/2.4

Fourth camera unit, if available.

Front

Single Setup

Total front / selfie camera number, if available.

+

13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12µm

Main front camera unit, if available.

+

-

Secondary front camera unit, if available.

Features

Video Recording [email protected]

Available video recording support and features.

Audio & Sound

Type

Loudspeaker

Primary sound system type.

Extras

3.5mm jack

Extra sound system features.

Sensor

Biometric

Fingerprint (at the rear)

Biometric security hardware model, if available.

GPS

Yes, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO

Global Positioning System (GPS) hardware support and features.

NFC

-

Near Field Communication (NFC) function support.

Other

Infrared Blaster, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, Compass

Available sensor hardware type and function.

Price

USD

~ $171

Price on (USD) Dollar currency.

EUR

~ €160

Price on (EUR) Euro currency.

Advantage & Disadvantage

Pros :

Can't find any advantage features on this device

  • Great build quality material
  • Has multiple variety rear camera lenses
  • Using latest Bluetooth technology
  • Large internal memory
  • Has external memory card expansion
  • Has fast charging feature
  • Has dedicated biometric sensor

Cons :

Can't find any disadvantage features on this device

  • Does not support 5G network
  • Does not support NFC
  • RAM capacity relatively small
  • Average WLAN connection speed

Benchmark Score

Build Quality : 85
Display : 90
Camera : 100
Performance : 90
Memory : 95
Network : 90
Connectivity : 90
Battery : 100
Sensor : 90
Audio : 95

[*] Indicated there was multiple series number (GTIN / MPN) for an product.

Price are aggregate only and may not reflect the real price on the market and the product price may can be different on each country.

We can't guarantee the specifications data are 100% accurate, there may be misspresentating or wrong information because lack of source data or human error.

Introductions

Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) is the beautiful device that already officially announces at May 2021, this device adopting modern design with added multiple great features that can be use all their user directly.

The Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) also known as by the device model series M1908C3JGG this model series must be unique, so the user can easily find any other support from the internet, because when only using the main device name it may difficult for several user. Then next for Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) weight is 190 gram and the body dimension of Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) is 158.3 x 75.3 x 8.4 mm which is this the ideal physical body number dimension for modern devices today and the for the last introduction before we can do to the deeper things is the device also available on the Black, White, Blue color user options.

But, the color options availability itself may be different on the specific market country, some the device color option will only available for limited number such as because the specific event time, after the event ended the color option may be not available for the buyer.

Build Quality

The Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) using Plastic + Glass Case combination body material, which is good material for modern use, it looks very solid, elegant, comfortable on hand and also it will more protect the device such as from any damage risk, this body material will be more powerful than only just plastic material without any glass for the protect body material.

Screen & User Navigation

Display screen configuration is very important factor for the user experience, in this Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) the setup of display screen are ideal which is bring 1080 x 2340 pixels on the screen resolution combined with 6.3" screen size. Then the display screen also have several configuration that are 19.5:9 ratio, (~409 ppi density), Corning Gorilla Glass 5.

Other the important thing on the display screen is the display panel hardware, good display panel hardware will drive more best experience to the user. Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) using very common display panel hardware that is IPS LCD, it's good if used by entry-level to middle level devices. But, it should be minus when used by flagship device with higher prices product if there no any special screen technology innovation that implemented.

The physical button on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) is made very clear by it's own function, also for design and positioning of the physical button is ideal and can be easily used by user for navigating the device, such as for powering up device or adjusting the volume master.

CPU & GPU Performance

Processor is very vital hardware for processing any task on the device software, this is also included for the Graphic hardware that have main function for rendering graphic image on the device, the both of hardware is related each other every times, on the Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) we can see this device use MediaTek Helio G85 for CPU model and Mali-G52 MC2 for GPU model, are them good enough?

Yes, they are a good combination, this CPU and GPU setup can be use for handling multiple purpose on this device, such as for run some games, opening some apps, also have good performance when processing and rendering 3D image on the specific level that they can do at the maximal limit.

Memory

Besides CPU and GPU hardware, memory hardware is also very important sector for getting best experience for user when use that device for any multiple purpose, the memory sector itself are combination from the RAM capacity, internal memory storage and support for external expansion memory, then does Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) is good enough on term of memory performance?

When we see the memory combination specification we can see the Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) have 3GB / 4GB amount of RAM, then also have 64GB / 128GB internal memory storage capacity and the user can get more storage in this device, because Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) does support external memory expansion with using MicroSDXC type.

Thus, is Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) have a good memory performance? from the spec said Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) it's good for use to any purpose in the modern use, but it's also depending from the user perspective need.

Camera

Just like other modern smart devices that exist today, Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) also have camera feature for bringing best experience to their user, on the main / rear camera feature we can found Quad Setup camera configuration feature that exist on there.

The main / rear camera specification on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) are (Main) 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm, 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF for the main camera configuration setup. There was also available for secondary camera feature with spec (Ultrawide) 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 1/4.0", 1.12µm. The Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) still have third camera feature with spec detail (Macro) 2 MP, f/2.4. Lastly, there was fourth camera configuration setup on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) that have spec (Depth) 2 MP, f/2.4.

Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) have Single Setup for front / selfie camera feature. The main selfie camera spec on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) are 13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12µm.

Mobile Network

Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) fully support for using the mobile network broadband, Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) already supporting by Dual SIM, Nano SIM Card feature. The mobile network technology that using on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) are 2G / 3G / 4G, user can freely choose the mode of mobile network on this device, because they can switch easily every times when the user needed.

Connectivity features

Actually, the best device for the modern use it should have multiple connectivity features on it, on the basic perspective the Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) are already have complete connectivity features.

The wireless connectivity on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) that are already supporting by the Wi-Fi technology with the complete spec Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Dual Band and also supported by Bluetooth version 5.2, A2DP, LE. But sadly, there was no NFC feature on the Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021).

Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) also supported by using wired connectivity that use USB Type-C Port technology. So, this feature can be very useful to their user for connecting Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) to the other device such as Desktop Computer or other.

OS & Security

Because Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) designed for the modern user, that mean Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) should be operated by the smart Operating System, and the good thing is the Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) already use smart OS that known as Android 11. The vendor of this device also make some customization from the basic Android 11 firmware then known as MIUI 12.5 ROM, the goal of this thing will increasing more best experience for the user, because the more feature will be added on the MIUI 12.5 ROM, that may can't be found on the basic OS.

Now, how about the security technology on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021)? The Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) have a powerful security protection because this device using default security system from the software OS then combined with the Fingerprint (at the rear) security hardware technology, then it will give more secure from the stranger access.

Speaker & Sound

Speaker hardware on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) is very same as most other devices, there was a speaker hardware with using good loudspeaker quaility for calling and play some music and the other feature on this sector that are Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) fully supported by 3.5mm jack technology, which is very good by the way.

Battery

Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) comes with 4000 mAh battery capacity and have Li-Po battery model, this battery specification basically can be use for all long day use in normal term. But, take it easy if the device on the low battery state, because Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) already support Fast charging 18W technology, in the mean the charging time will go shortly depending on how big the (Watt) number on the fast charging feature, normally battery can be fully under 2 hours, 1 hours or 40 minutes.

This device also comes USB Type-C that it's very good because the USB Type-C is the universal charger Port that can be easy suitable for most charger cable on the most modern phone that exist today.

Common frequently asked questions

When the release date for the Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) ?

This device officialy unveiled at May 2021, so typically for the availability product at the market it should be around from the time announced.

What is model type / serial number on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) ?

The known model type / serial number on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) are M1908C3JGG.

Does Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) support 5G?

No, Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) does not support 5G mobile network.

How much Cameras that available on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) ?

On the rear camera sector Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) have Quad Setup camera, and for front / selfie camera Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) also have Single Setup camera .

What is CPU model on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) ?

Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) using MediaTek Helio G85 for hardware processor series.

What is GPU model on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) ?

Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) using Mali-G52 MC2 GPU model.

How much RAM on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) ?

The RAM capacity number on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) are 3GB / 4GB.

How big internal Memory size on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) ?

The internal Memory size on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) are 64GB / 128GB.

Does Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) support external Memory expansion ?

Yes, external Memory expansion is available on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) with using MicroSDXC type.

What the type of screen panel in Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) ?

Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) use IPS LCD screen panel type.

Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) screen size ?

The screen size is 6.3" (inch).

How big screen resolution in Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) ?

The Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) screen resolution is 1080 x 2340 pixels.

How big battery capacity on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) ?

The Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) comes with 4000 mAh battery capacity.

Does Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) support Fast Charging ?

Yes, Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) does support Fast charging 18W.

Does Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) support NFC ?

No, Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) does not have NFC feature.

Does Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) have biometric security hardware ?

Yes, Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) using Fingerprint (at the rear) for giving the extra security on this device.

What is Port model type on Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) ?

The Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021) using USB Type-C Port model type.

Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021)

Redmi Note 8 (ver. 2021)

Benchmark Score

Build Quality : 85
Display : 90
Camera : 100
Performance : 90
Memory : 95
Network : 90
Connectivity : 90
Battery : 100
Sensor : 90
Audio : 95