Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Price in Singapore & Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions about the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8

How much is Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 in Singapore?

In June 2020, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 price in Singapore ranges from S$188.32 to S$219.99. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 is available in 64GB whose price starts at S$219.99. It comes in five colours – Neptune Blue, Moonlight White, Space Black, Nebula Purple, Cosmic Purple. You can get the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 from leading online marketplaces in Singapore like Shopee and Lazada.

Is Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 a good phone?

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 may have some flaws but its screen is excellent, operation is lag-free, and cameras are impressive. Today, the official price of Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 in Singapore is S$265.00 with a drop in price to S$239.90 in September 2020. This phone comes in Neptune Blue, Moonlight White, Space Black, Nebula Purple, and Cosmic Purple. It is available on Lazada and Shopee. As for its release date, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 was launched in October 2019, with a suggested retail price of S$265.00 for the 64GB model.

What are Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 specs?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Specs and Price Singapore:

Is Redmi Note 8 waterproof?

Unfortunately, Redmi Note 8 is not officially water-resistant as it is not given any IP rating. Nevertheless, the device is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 that provides very mild resistance to water. Accidental water splashes or spills onto the screen won’t necessarily damage the device quality if the screen is wiped dry immediately.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Review

Pros:

• Vibrant 6.3-inch display
• Impressive rear camera shots
• All-day battery life with mixed casual use
• Handles light and moderate smartphone tasks with ease

Cons:

• Runs slow when running GPU-intensive games
• Mediocre selfie shots

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 features a 6.3-inch display, 48 MP wide f/1.8 + 8 MP ultrawide f/2.2 + 2 MP macro f/2.4 + 2 MP depth f/2.4 rear cameras, at least 3GB of RAM, and a 4,000mAh battery capacity. Could these specs make the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 a fitting competition over the likes of Huawei P10? Let's find out in our review below.

Performance

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 chipset that pairs with 3GB of RAM and Adreno 610 GPU. As such, you can expect that the device will handle both light and moderate smartphone tasks with ease. As for storage memory, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 comes with 64GB and 128GB of internal storage.

When it comes to the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8’s custom Android skin - MIUI 11, it offers great UI features including the following:

• Improved File Manager
• Force Dark Mode
• Mi Share
• Minimalist UI Design
• Tasks in Notes
• Mimoji in Camera
• Ultra Battery Saver
• Ambient Display Customization

Battery Life

In the battery department, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 is fitted with a 4000 mAh cell that allows the device to last all day with mixed casual use, including social media, online streaming, GPS, and watching YouTube videos, as well as playing low-and-mid-spec mobile games.

Camera

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 is technically impressive, as it is fitted with four rear sensors. You'll get 48 MP wide f/1.8, 8 MP ultrawide f/2.2, 2 MP macro f/2.4, and 2 MP depth f/2.4 sensors that will step up your photography game. You can also expect vibrant and crisp selfies, as the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 comes with a 13 MP wide f/2.0 selfie camera.

Display

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 sports a 6.3-inch IPS LCD (1080 x 2340px) display which boasts good visuals and a balanced contrast. With this display quality, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 delivers great viewing and gaming experience, making it a good device for media binging.

Design

In terms of the build, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 comes with a glass front and back (protected by Gorilla Glass 5), and plastic frame. On the front, the device features a 6.3-inch display and a 13 MP selfie camera. Its back panel is equipped with four rear cameras. Besides that, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 comes with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and is available in five colours: Neptune Blue, Moonlight White, Space Black, Nebula Purple, and Cosmic Purple.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Price Singapore

Today, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 price in Singapore is S$219.99, but you can buy it for as low as S$188.32 on leading online marketplaces like Lazada and Shopee. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 comes in five colours – Neptune Blue, Moonlight White, Space Black, Nebula Purple, and Cosmic Purple. Besides the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8, check out other devices from Singapore Xiaomi including Xiaomi Redmi Note 7, Xiaomi Mi 9T, Xiaomi Mi 9, Xiaomi Pocophone F1, Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro, Xiaomi Mi A3, and Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro.

Which phone is the best: Redmi Note 8 or Redmi Note 8 Pro?

As suggested by many smartphone experts, the Pro edition generally comes with better specifications and features than the regular edition. In terms of display size, Redmi Note 8 Pro is slightly bigger than the Note 8 by 0.23 inches, offering a more immersive viewing experience. Comparing both phones’ camera department, the Note 8 Pro is the winner as it comes with a 64MP f/1.9 wide camera and 20MP selfie camera while the Note 8 features a 48MP f/1.8 wide camera and a 13MP selfie camera.

It all boils down to your personal preference and budget when it comes to making a purchase decision. For more details, below is a specs comparison between two Redmi phones: