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Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB Review

Created date: 2018-09-30 22:50:34, Updated date: 2020-04-16 20:10:08

Detailed review of Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB's features

Read a detailed review about how easy the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB can be carried and used, if the CPU is high and whether it is suited for multitasking. Over 2000 models can be easily compared and ranked.

Summary of Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB performance and functions

The size and weight of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB

The body of the "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" is 78.7mm wide, 154.0mm long, and 9.5mm thick. Also, the screen size is 5.5inch, and it weighs 199.0g. Its size is large compared to normal smart phones. While it may be slightly difficult to use with one hand, the screen is large and easy to see. I think this is a nice balance. It is recommended for those who want large screens instead of operating with one hand. It is quite heavy and not really suitable for operating with one hand.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB
Xiaomi Mi 4 (2014) 64GB
Xiaomi Redmi Note 4G 8GB
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GBXiaomi Mi 4 (2014) 64GBXiaomi Redmi Note 4G 8GB
ColorBlack/WhiteBlack/WhiteBlack+White
Dimensions (width x height x thickness)78.7mm x 154.0mm x 9.5mm68.5mm x 139.2mm x 8.9mm78.7mm x 154.0mm x 9.5mm
Weight199.0g149.0g185.0g
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Display of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB

The "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" has a IPS LCD screen with a resolution of 720 x 1280. Compared to the average smart phone, the screen is relatively beautiful.

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Xiaomi Mi 4 (2014) 64GB
Xiaomi Redmi Note 4G 8GB
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GBXiaomi Mi 4 (2014) 64GBXiaomi Redmi Note 4G 8GB
Display size5.5inch5.0inch5.5inch
Display typeIPS LCDIPS LCDIPS LCD
Screen resolution (width x height)720 x 12801080 x 1920720 x 1280
Pixel density267ppi440ppi267ppi
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The battery life of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB

The "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" has a battery capacity of 3100.0mAh. The battery's capacity is slightly larger than standard smart phones.

The processing capability of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB

The "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" uses the Mediatek MT6592 CPU with 1.7GHz×8(8.0-cores). The memory capacity is 2.0GB. The CPU processing performance is average. This level of processing is perfectly fine for games and Internet searches. It is slightly lacking in terms of high-capacity processing such as 3D games, but there are no real issues for normal usage. It has the memory capacity of a standard smartphone. Having more capacity would make apps less likely to crash and make it easier to use, but the performance is fine for the Internet and emailing. For gaming, you would want the next level up in performance.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB
Xiaomi Mi 4 (2014) 64GB
Xiaomi Redmi Note 4G 8GB
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GBXiaomi Mi 4 (2014) 64GBXiaomi Redmi Note 4G 8GB
ChipsetMediatek MT6592Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801Qualcomm MSM8928 Snapdragon 400
CPU specs1.7GHz×8(8.0-cores)2.5GHz×4(4.0-cores)1.6GHz×4(4.0-cores)
RAM size2.0GB3.0GB2.0GB
Storage size8.0GB64.0GB8.0GB
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The camera of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB

The "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" has a back camera with 13.0MP. The front camera has 5.0MP. Its rear camera has slightly better performance compared to normal smart phones. While there are times when I feel it is lacking, it is able to take pictures with satisfactory quality almost all the time. The front camera performance is also roughly the same as a standard smartphone. The image quality for longer distance photography is less than satisfactory, but on the whole, there are no issues with short distance photos.

Review of the product design of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB

Rating of the ease of carrying it around and getting it in and out of bags or pockets

When deciding whether to buy an Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB, the first important factor is its size. Smartphones are used daily, and so it is important how easily they can be carried around and pulled out of bags or pockets. This review assesses how easy it is to carry the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB around and put it away.

Ease of grasping it in your hand to carry around

The "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" is easily held with one hand, and its size allows it to be firmly held. It is small enough to be held in one hand together with things like a wallet, but this may be a bit difficult for ladies with small hands.

Ease of carrying it around when placing it in your pocket

It doesn't feel strange even when you put the "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" in a pocket. In addition, when sitting on a chair with the phone in a pocket, it can be kept comfortably as it doesn't get caught on one's clothes or body.

Ease of getting it in and out of your pocket

Sometimes taking the "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" out of your pocket doesn't go so well as it gets caught on fabric easily. It's safe to assume that some people will find it stressful that it is difficult to take it out smoothly.

Ease of getting it in and out of your bag

The "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" is a size that allows you to take it in and out of your bag and use it with ease. Also, since it is compact, even if your bag is small it won't get too bulky which is convenient.

Assessment of user-friendliness and ease of handling

It is important to consider the ease of using the phone in one hand. It can be said that it would be very useful if it is easier for you to send emails and instant messages or answer calls using one hand while cooking or using your computer. Here, we have reviewed the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB by focusing on the ease of using it in one hand and the ease of typing in letters.

Ease of grasping the phone in one hand

To many people, the "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" is of a size which allows it to be operated with one hand. Still, for people with small hands, it may be a bit difficult to do so. It becomes slightly larger when a case is added, and depending on the person, I think this may make it slightly harder to operate with one hand.

The weight you feel when using the phone with one hand

The "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" feels too heavy to operate with one hand, so the device wouldn't be a good choice even if you are just going to use it for a short period of time. We suggest that you hold it tightly with both hands as it may hurt your hands if you use it with just one hand for an extended period of time.

Ease of pushing the upper button on the screen using one hand

When using the "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" with just one hand, it is quite difficult to press the button on the screen edge. We suggest you operate the device with both your hands rather than pushing your luck with just one hand.

The size of the buttons on the App

The buttons displayed on the "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" are large, and therefore it is difficult to press the wrong ones. While some buttons may look small depending on the app, you probably won't feel that stressed when you actually use it.

Ease of typing in letters using the flick function

Inputting keys with one hand with the "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" can be done but this grip tends to feel unstable. Because of this sometimes you can drop it carelessly when trying to type quickly. If you take your time when typing though you will be unlikely to drop it.

Ease of typing in letters using the keybord funtion

I think it is easy to use the buttons on the "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" as they are displayed in large sizes. However, it is difficult not to make typos when typing at high speeds. I don't think you will feel it difficult to type if you are careful when typing.

Assessment of whether it is suitable for standard use

Assessment of whether it is suitable for standard use

For people who use their smartphone on a daily basis, high performance is a rather important factor. When the performance is not good enough, then, for example, applications don't work as they should or the screen is difficult to see, and this causes stress. This review looks at whether the performance of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB is suitable for making phone calls, messaging, or using SNS.

The size of the letters and the ease of operation

Because the display of the "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" is much larger than ordinary phones, characters are displayed quite large. Therefore, it is suitable for reading long bodies of text and exchanging long messages while doing research.

Ease of reading sentences

Since the "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" displays characters smoothly, it can display them beautifully. Even when viewing small characters, the jaggedness of the character outline is not at a level seen during normal viewing and is displayed very naturally. Because of this, it is difficult for your eyes to become tired and make the phone suitable for reading long bodies of text.

The beauty of the overal screen

The "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" can display photos and videos beautifully. While people with good eyes can see jagged outlines when they look at the display up close, it is not really something of concern.

Ease of writing sentences

For the "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB", the on-screen keyboard covers part of the screen when typing, but there is sufficient space for operation. Its size is suitable for entering long sentences, but I feel it may be a bit clumsy when editing office documents.

Does it have sufficient performance to make calls and send emails?

Whether it be a phone call, mail, or during a chat, the "Xiaomi Redmi Note 8GB" provides smooth performance. Even when using the phone in demanding situations, you can use the phone comfortably since there will usually be no lag.

Does it have sufficient performance to search for things and using Social Networks?

If it is just SNS such as Facebook and Instagram, and some internet searches, the performance is enough. As a result, you will hardly ever find yourself frustrated or annoyed when using this phone.

Does it have sufficient performance to do other tasks while searching for things and using Social Networks?

There isn't any sense of inadequate performance even when several apps are used at the same time and there is frequent switching between apps. In rare cases, it may feel slow and the display may lag, but I don't think one will feel stressed during practical use.

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