Launch report · Xiaomi

Xiaomi Mi 8: A 2018 flagship-killer with dual-camera and a notch.

SpecEagle Editorial·Jun 2018·$420·Score 70/100

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.

Key specs at launch

Display
6.21" AMOLED 60 Hz
Chipset
SD 845
Memory
6 GB · 64 GB
Main cam
12 MP · f/1.8
Battery
3,400 mAh
Weight
175 g
What stands out
  • Flagship Snapdragon 845 at a sharp price.
  • Dual camera with 2× optical zoom.
  • Bright AMOLED display.
  • Strong value for 2018.
What to watch
  • No IP rating; mono speaker; no wireless charging.
  • Large display notch.
  • No 5G; software ended at Android 10.
  • Discontinued.
The phone it has to beat
Galaxy Note 10+
$1099 · score 90/100