The Xiaomi Redmi 8A succeeds the Redmi 7A and serves as a more affordable option to the standard Redmi 8. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 processor,an octa-core CPU clocked at 2.0 GHz, paired with the Adreno 505 GPU. The device targets budget-conscious users seeking basic android functionality.
The Redmi 8A features a 6.22-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels, resulting in an HD+ output. The screen includes a waterdrop notch that houses the front-facing camera.The device is available in two configurations: 2GB of RAM with 32GB of internal storage, and 3GB of RAM with 32GB of internal storage. Both variants support expandable storage via a microSD card slot, accommodating cards up to 1TB.
Camera capabilities include a single 12-megapixel rear sensor with an f/1.8 aperture and LED flash. The front camera is an 8-megapixel sensor located within the notch. The Redmi 8A does not include a fingerprint sensor; instead, it relies on facial recognition, PIN, password, or pattern lock for device security.
A notable feature is the 5000mAh battery, which supports 18W fast charging through a USB Type-C port.The device runs on Android 9.0 Pie out of the box and supports dual SIM functionality with 4G LTE connectivity on both SIM slots. Additional sensors include an accelerometer, proximity sensor, and ambient light sensor. The Redmi 8A lacks NFC and does not support wireless charging.
Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
2G Network Bands |
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA - China |
3G Network Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global |
4G Network Bands | LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 20(800), 34(2000), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500) - All Regions including the US, Canada and China |
5G Network Bands | Does not have support for 5G Network |
Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps |
Also Known As |
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Dimensions | 156.5 x 75.4 x 9.4 mm (6.16 x 2.97 x 0.37 in) |
Weight | 188 g (6.63 oz) |
Build | Front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic body |
SIM Type | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
Display Type | IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
Size | 6.2 inches, 95.9 cm2 (~81.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
Resolution | 720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~271 ppi density) |
Operating System | Android 9.0 (Pie); MIUI 10 |
Chipset | Qualcomm SDM439 Snapdragon 439 (12 nm) |
CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 6x1.45 GHz Cortex A53) |
GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 505 |
RAM + ROM | 2/3 GB |
Card Slot | microSD, up to 400 GB (uses SIM 2 slot) |
Camera Type | Single Lens |
Camera Sensor(s) | 12 MP main camera |
Camera Features |
Autofocus Continuous shooting Digital zoom Digital image stabilization Geotagging Panorama HDR Touch focus Face detection White balance settings ISO settings Exposure compensation Self-timer Scene mode Sensor size - 1/3.1" Pixel size - 1.0 μm Phase detection |
Video Resolution | 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS) |
Camera Type | Single Lens |
Camera Sensor(s) | 8-megapixel |
Camera Features |
Sensor size - 1/3.1" Pixel size - 1.12 μm Face unlock |
Video Resolution | 1080p@30fps |
Loudspeaker | Yes |
Speaker Location | Chin, below display |
Audio Jack Type | Yes, 3.5mm audio jack |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE |
NFC | |
GPS | Yes |
FM Radio | Yes, Digital FM |
Battery Capacity | Non-removable Li-Po 5000 mAh battery |
Wireless Charging | No |
Talk Time Talk Time is the longest time that a single battery charge will last when you are constantly talking on the phone under perfect conditions, Ambient temperature and highly dependent on the cellular network environment such as the distance to the closest cell network tower. | Up to 38 hours |
Stand-by | Up to 830 hours |
Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
Box Contents | Charging Brick / USB cable |
Note: Specifications may not be 100% accurate.