Redmi A2 vs Redmi 8
Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.52", IPS LCD, 60Hz | 6.22", IPS LCD, 60Hz | ||
| Camera | 8MP/5MP (Front) | 12MP+2MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 10W | 5000mAh, 18W | ||
| RAM | 2GB | 3GB | ||
| Storage | 32GB | 32GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Battery and Gaming | Display, Multimedia, Battery, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera |
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General
| Colors | Classic Black, Aqua Blue, Sea Green | Sapphire Blue, Ruby Red, Onyx Black, Emerald Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | March 19, 2023 | October 09, 2019 | ||
| Availability | March 23, 2023 | October 12, 2019 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹5,999 | ₹7,999 |
Display
Winner:Redmi 8
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.52 inches | 6.22 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1600 pixels | 1520 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 19:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 269 ppi | 270 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 400 nits |
Body
Winner:Redmi 8
| Weight | 192 grams | 188 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | Gorilla Glass 5 | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | Plastic Material | ||
| Port | microUSB 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | - | Water-Repellent Coating | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Mono Speaker |
Processor
Winner:Redmi 8
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Qualcomm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Helio G36 | Snapdragon 439 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | IMG GE8320 | Adreno 505 |
Main Camera
Winner:Redmi 8
| Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 12 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | |||
| Features | Dual LED Flash, HDR | HDR | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video | ||||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Depth |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android Go | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Redmi MIUI | Redmi MIUI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | |||
| AI Features | AI Camera |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Redmi 8
| Front Camera Resolution | 5 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features | Portrait | |||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 720p@30fps | 1080p@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Type | Single |
Battery
Winner:Tie
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 10 W | 18 W |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 32 GB | 32 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 2 GB | 3 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR3 |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Redmi A2
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 4 802.11 a/b/g/n | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 4.2 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | BDS, GLONASS, GPS | ||
| NFC | - | - | ||
| Radio | FM Radio | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Rear Mounted | Rear Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, E-Compass, Proximity Sensor |
