Xiaomi's Redmi Note 8 2021 comes with the MediaTek Helio G85 chip!

To commemorate the 25 million units sold of the Redmi Note 8 in 2019, Xiaomi recently introduced its 2021 edition.

Xiaomi's Redmi Note 8 2021

Redmi Note 8 2021 is official

The Redmi Note 8 2021 basically has the same look as the original Redmi Note 8, but with a different chipset. Instead of the aging Snapdragon 665, it is now equipped with the newer and more powerful 2.0GHz 12nm MediaTek Helio G85 octa-core processor with PowerVR GE8320 (680MHz) GPU. It also runs with the newer Android 11 OS with MIUI 12.5 skin.

It is available in Moonlight White, Neptune Blue, and Space Black

The rest are identical, it is still using a 6.3-inch FHD+ notch display, 4GB RAM, 128GB expandable storage, and 4,000mAh battery with USB-C 18W fast charging (22.5W charger included in the package).

The handset also has a 48MP f/1.79 main cam + 8MP f/2.2 120-degree ultra-wide-angle + 2MP macro + 2MP depth quad-camera setup.

Redmi Note 8 2021 Specs

Display: 6.3-inch 2.5D curved Gorilla Glass 5 protected LCD (IPS) screen w/ FHD+ 2340 x 1080 resolution at 409 ppi

CPU: 2.0GHz 12nm MediaTek Helio G85 octa-core processor

GPU: Mali-G52 2EEMC2 (1000MHz)

RAM: 4GB LPDDR4X

ROM: 64GB/128GB eMMC 5.1 expandable via microSD card slot up to 256GB

Back Camera: 48MP f/1.79 w/ PDAF, EIS + 8MP f/2.2 120-degree ultra wide-angle + 2MP f/2.4 2cm macro + 2MP f/2.4 depth + LED flash

Selfie Camera: 13MP f/2.0 

Battery: 4,000mAh w/ 18W fast charging

OS: Android 11 w/ MIUI 12.5

Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz/5GHz), 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.2, FM Radio, GPS, GLONASS, dual SIM (hybrid)

Sensors: Accelerometer, light, orientation, proximity, gyroscope, sound, magnetic

Others: Fingerprint sensor, IR Blaster, 1217 super-linear speaker, USB-C, Colors: Moonlight White, Neptune Blue, Space Black

Dimensions: 158.3 x 75.3 x 8.35 mm

Weight: 190 g

Price: TBC

International price with direct to PHP conversion (no taxes and duties yet):

Redmi Note 8 2021 4GB/64GB - USD 169 (around PHP 8K)

Redmi Note 8 2021 4GB/128GB - USD 189 (around PHP 9K)

It is now available at Xiaomi's official sales channels. But, there's no word if it'll reach the Philippine shores yet.

Source: Xiaomi