Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 2021

In global markets, Xiaomi has officially announced the Redmi Note 8 2021 version. The Redmi Note 8 2021 is the successor of the Redmi Note 8, which was released in India in 2019. This new special edition is built in the same way as the original Redmi Note 8 and has nearly identical features. The only significant difference is that the Redmi Note 8 2021 edition is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 processor. Check out all the details of this newly launched device for getting more insights before making any decision. 

Redmi Note 8 2021 Price in India 

The 4GB + 64GB storage variant of Redmi Note 8 2021 costs $169 (approximately Rs. 12,200) and the 4GB + 128GB storage variant costs $189 (approximately Rs. 13,700). Moonlight White, Neptune Blue, and Space Black are the three colour options available for the phone. It will be available for purchase through Xiaomi’s official sales channels throughout the world.

Redmi Note 8 2021 has a flat 6.3-inch display with minimum bezels around the edges. The screen has Gorilla Glass 5 and a waterdrop notch for the selfie camera. Gorilla Glass 5 is also used on the back panel. The Redmi Note 8 2021 is 8.4mm in thickness and weighs 190 grams. The new model’s design and functionality are mostly comparable to those of the old Redmi Note 8. The fingerprint sensor on the back is still visible.

The latest device Redmi Note 8 2021 packs in a 6.3-inch FHD+ Dot Drop Display that houses a 13MP front camera sensor as well. It has a 409 PPI density, 500 nits brightness and it is covered with a Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The 19.5:9 notch-less display offers an unobstructed view onto the screen that enhances the viewing experience. 

Redmi Note 8 2021 is equipped with a new high-performance MediaTek Helio G85 processor manufactured using a 12 nm node. It is tagged along with Mali-G52 MP2 GPU, 4GB RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. There’s a dedicated memory card slot to expand the storage.  The new chipset clocked at a whopping 2.0GHz offers a seamless gaming experience thanks to the improved cores. 

It runs on the latest Android 11-based MIUI 12.5 skin which brings the best features from Google’s Android 11 and Xiaomi’s MIUI 12.5.

The primary camera on the rear of the Redmi Note 8 2021 is 48 megapixels. An 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle camera, a 2-megapixel macro sensor, and a 2-megapixel depth camera supplement the primary sensor. A 13-megapixel camera is housed in the waterdrop notch above the screen and is used for selfies and video calls.

Redmi Note 8 2021  is packed with a 4000 mAh battery which is very less given the overall offerings from other brands in the same price category. Further, it has a powerful 22.5W fast charging tech on board for having a quick refill, you are being provided with a Type-C charging port for connecting the charger. 

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 2021 edition comes with a slew of modern features at a cheap price. You’ll be able to play hardcore games on the fly while getting a smooth performance. In addition, the company has included a fantastic set of cameras on both ends, allowing for unique shooting experiences. However, the missing features include a higher refresh rate and a large battery. If this is ok with you, you can go for this device.