Redmi 9 vs Redmi 8: Price, Specifications Compared

The newly launched Redmi 9 comes with quad rear cameras while Redmi 8 has dual rear cameras.

By Abhik Sengupta | Updated: 11 June 2020 13:37 IST

Redmi 9 vs Redmi 8: Price, Specifications Compared

Redmi 9 and Redmi 8, both feature an 8-megapixel front camera

Highlights

Redmi 9 packs MediaTek Helio G80 SoC and 5,020mAh battery
Redmi 8 carries Snapdragon 439 G80 SoC and 5,000mAh battery
Redmi 9 is bigger and heavier than Redmi 8

Redmi 9 made its debut on Thursday as a successor to Redmi 8, introduced in 2019. The phone is powered by the MediaTek Helio G80 SoC and packs a 5,020mAh battery. The phone also has quad rear cameras instead of dual rear cameras on Redmi 8. Redmi 9 and Redmi 8, both carry an 8-megapixel front camera for selfies and video calling. So, in case you're wondering how the two phones by the Xiaomi sub-brand Redmi stack up against each other, at least on paper, here's a comparison.

Redmi 9 vs Redmi 8: Price compared

The Redmi 9 price has been set at EUR 149 (roughly Rs. 12,800) for the 3GB + 32GB storage option while its 4GB + 64GB storage option costs EUR 179 (roughly Rs. 15,300). The smartphone has been introduced in Spain and its India availability is yet to be disclosed by the company. The newly launched Redmi 9 comes in Carbon Gray, Ocean Green, and Sunset Purple colour options.

On the other hand, the 4GB + 64GB storage variant of Redmi 8 is available to purchase in India for Rs. 9,499. The phone is offered in Emerald Green, Onyx Black, Ruby Red, and Sapphire Blue colour options.

Redmi 9 vs Redmi 8: Specifications compared

The dual-SIM (Nano) Redmi 9 runs MIUI 11 based on Android 10. It features a 6.53-inch full-HD+ (1,080x2,340 pixels) display. The phone is powered by octa-core MediaTek Helio G80 SoC, coupled with up to 4GB of RAM. Whereas the Redmi 8 runs MIUI 11 based on Android 9 Pie, and sports a 6.22-inch HD+ (720x1,520 pixels) display. Under the hood, there is the octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 SoC, paired with up to 4GB of RAM. Both the phones come with up to 64GB inbuilt storage that is expandable via microSD card.

The newly launched Redmi 9 has a quad rear camera setup that includes a 13-megapixel main camera, an 8-megapixel secondary camera, a 5-megapixel tertiary camera, and lastly a 2-megapixel camera. The Redmi 8 carries a 12-megapixel main camera along with a 2-megapixel on the back. Redmi 9 and Redmi 8, both carry an 8-megapixel front camera for selfies and video calling.

Additionally, the Redmi 9 comes with a large 5,020mAh battery with 18W Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging support. The Redmi 8 also packs a large 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging. Both the phones retail with a 10W charger. The connectivity options on the Redmi 9 include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Direct, FM Radio, NFC, GPS, AGPS, 3.5mm audio jack, USB Type-C port. Its predecessor, Redmi 8 ships with similar connectivity options. Redmi 9 and Redmi 8 have a fingerprint sensor at the back.

Lastly, the Redmi 9 measures 163.32x77.01x9.01mm and weighs 198 grams. Redmi 8 is smaller and lighter than its successor. It measures 156.3x75.4x9.4mm and weighs 188 grams.

Is Redmi Note 9 Pro Max the best affordable camera phone in India? We discussed this on Orbital, our weekly technology podcast, which you can subscribe to via Apple Podcasts or RSS, download the episode, or just hit the play button below.

Xiaomi Redmi 9 (Global) vs Redmi 8 comparison

	Xiaomi Redmi 9 (Global)	Redmi 8
Key Specs
Display	6.53-inch	6.22-inch
Processor	MediaTek Helio G80	Qualcomm Snapdragon 439
Front Camera	8-megapixel	8-megapixel
Rear Camera	13-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel	12-megapixel + 2-megapixel
RAM	3GB	4GB
Storage	32GB	64GB
Battery Capacity	5020mAh	5000mAh
OS	Android	Android 9 Pie
Resolution	1080x2340 pixels	720x1520 pixels

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Xiaomi Redmi 9 (Global)

KEY SPECS
NEWS

Display 6.53-inch

Processor MediaTek Helio G80

Front Camera 8-megapixel

Rear Camera 13-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 5-megapixel + 2-megapixel

RAM 3GB

Storage 32GB

Battery Capacity 5020mAh

OS Android

Resolution 1080x2340 pixels

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Redmi 8

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Good looks and build quality
USB Type-C port, wireless FM radio
All-day battery life

Bad
Weak processor
Poor camera quality in low light
Bloatware and spammy notifications in MIUI

Read detailed Xiaomi Redmi 8 review

Display 6.22-inch

Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 439

Front Camera 8-megapixel

Rear Camera 12-megapixel + 2-megapixel

RAM 4GB

Storage 64GB

Battery Capacity 5000mAh

OS Android 9 Pie

Resolution 720x1520 pixels

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