Xiaomi Redmi 8 vs Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus
Quick Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has better RAM than Xiaomi Redmi 8. In terms of display resolution, Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has better resolution of 1600 x 720 than Xiaomi Redmi 8 which has resolution of 1520 x 720. Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has more internal memory than Xiaomi Redmi.
| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 8 | Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus |
| RAM | 3 GB | 4 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.22 in | 6.52 in |
| Internal Memory | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Camera | 12 MP + 2 MP Dual | 8 MP + 0.08 MP Dual |
| Price | Rs. 18149 | Rs. 7799 |
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Detailed Comparison
Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is October 9, 2019. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi 8 is Rs. 18149. The launch Date of the second phone is May 19, 2023. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus is Rs. 7799.
Display comparison
Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has larger screen size of 6.52 inches in comparison to Xiaomi Redmi 8's 6.22 inch screen. Xiaomi Redmi 8 has IPS LCD Screen type where as Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has IPS Screen type. Xiaomi Redmi 8 has display density of 271 PPI & Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has only 269 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Xiaomi Redmi 8 has better screen to body ratio of ~ 81.7% than Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus's ~ 81%. Xiaomi Redmi 8 has 19:9 aspect ratio where as Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has 20:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus's larger 4 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Xiaomi Redmi 8's lower 3 GB RAM. Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus has more Internal Memory (64 GB) than Xiaomi Redmi 8 (32 GB).
Camera comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 8's 12 MP + 2 MP Dual Rear Camera outclasses Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus's 8 MP + 0.08 MP Dual Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Xiaomi Redmi 8 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 A2 Plus's 5 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 9.0 and the second one on 13 version.
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| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 8 | Xiaomi Redmi A2 Plus |
| General | ||
| Model | Redmi 8 | Redmi A2 Plus |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | October 9, 2019 | May 19, 2023 |
| 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 |
| Colors | Aqua Blue, Sea Green, Classic Black | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color IPS LCD Screen (16M Colors) | Color IPS 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, 60 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 19:9 | 20:9 |
| PPI | ~ 271 PPI | ~ 269 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 81.7% | ~ 81% |
| Features | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | 400nits(typ.), Scratch resistant display |
| Notch | Yes, Water Drop Notch | Yes, Water Drop Notch |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 4 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 3 GB Extra Virtual RAM | |
| Storage | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| Card Slot | Yes, upto 512 GB | Yes, upto 1 TB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) | |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.2 | Yes, v5.0 |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 | Yes, microUSB v2.0 |
| 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 GPS, AGPS, Glonass, Beidou |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Rear | Yes, Rear |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass | accelerometer |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Splash Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Extra Features | Top firing loud speaker | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 12 MP ƒ/1.8 (Main) 2 MP (Depth Sensor) | 8 MP ƒ/2 (Wide Angle) 0.08 MP (Depth Sensor) |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | 6P Lens and Dual PD, Portrait, Bokeh, Panaroma | HDR |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, Dual LED |
| Front Camera | 8 MP ƒ/2 (Main) | 5 MP ƒ/2.2 |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v9.0 (Pie) | Android v13 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | Mediatek Helio G36 |
| CPU | 2 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 6x1.45 GHz Cortex A53 | 4x Cortex-A53@2.2 GHz & 4x Cortex-A53@1.7 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 505 | PowerVR GE8320 |
| 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 |