Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB) has better RAM than Xiaomi Redmi A1. In terms of display resolution, Xiaomi Redmi A1 has better resolution of 1600 x 720 than Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB) which has resolution of 1520 x 720. Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB) has more internal memory than Xiaomi Redmi A1
| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB) | Xiaomi Redmi A1 |
| RAM | 4 GB | 2 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.22 in | 6.52 in |
| Internal Memory | 64 GB | 32 GB |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Camera | 12 MP + 2 MP Dual | 8 MP Dual |
| Price | Rs. 8399 | Rs. 5999 |
The launch Date of the first phone is October 9, 2019. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB) is Rs. 8399. The launch Date of the second phone is September 06. 2022. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi A1 is Rs. 5999.
Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB) has screen size of 6.22 inches which falls short to Xiaomi Redmi A1's 6.52 inch screen. There is IPS LCD Screen Type in both the phones. Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB) has display density of 271 PPI & Xiaomi Redmi A1 has only 269 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Xiaomi Redmi A1 has better screen to body ratio of ~ 88.89% than Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB)'s ~ 81.7%. Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB) has 19:9 aspect ratio where as Xiaomi Redmi A1 has 20:9 aspect ratio.
Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB)'s larger 4 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Xiaomi Redmi A1's lower 2 GB RAM. Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB) has more Internal Memory (64 GB) than Xiaomi Redmi A1 (32 GB).
Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB)'s 12 MP + 2 MP Dual Rear Camera outshines Xiaomi Redmi A1's 8 MP Dual Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB) will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 8 MP Front Camera in comparison to Xiaomi Redmi A1's 5 MP Front Camera.
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 9.0 and the second one on 12 version.
| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 8 (4GB RAM + 64GB) | Xiaomi Redmi A1 |
| General | ||
| Model | Redmi 8 | Redmi A1 |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | October 9, 2019 | September 06. 2022 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 75.4 x 156.3 x 9.4 mm | 76.75 x 164.9 x 9.09 mm |
| Weight | 188 g | 192 g |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color IPS LCD Screen (16M Colors) | Color IPS LCD Screen (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes, 120 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Size | 6.22 inches, 720 x 1520 pixels | 6.52 inches, 720 x 1600 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 19:9 | 20:9 |
| PPI | ~ 271 PPI | ~ 269 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 81.7% | ~ 88.89% |
| Features | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | 120Hz Touch , 400nits(typ.) Brightness |
| Notch | Yes, Water Drop Notch | Yes, Water Drop Notch |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 2 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB | 32 GB |
| Card Slot | Yes, upto 512 GB | Yes, upto 512 GB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | 802.11a/b/g/n | |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.2 | Yes, v5.0 |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 | Yes, USB-C |
| USB Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| IR Blaster | Yes | No |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | Yes, with A-GPS |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Rear | No |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass | Accelerometer, Virtual Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensor |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Splash Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 12 MP ƒ/1.8 (Main) 2 MP (Depth Sensor) | 8 MP ƒ/2.2 (Wide Angle) Ai lens |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | 6P Lens and Dual PD, Portrait, Bokeh, Panaroma | HDR, panorama |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 8 MP ƒ/2 (Main) | 5 MP |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v9.0 (Pie) | Android v12 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | MediaTek Helio A22 |
| CPU | 2 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2 GHz, Quad Core Processor |
| Core Details | 2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 6x1.45 GHz Cortex A53 | |
| GPU | Adreno 505 | IMG PowerVR |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes, supports HTML5 | Yes, supports HTML5 |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | Yes | MP3, AMR, FLAC, APE |
| Video | Yes | MP4, M4V. MKV, XVID |
| FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 18W Fast Charging Support | Yes, 10W Fast Charging |