Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer

OS: Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie); MIUI 10.1

CPU: Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)

Display: 6.21" inc

Camera: 12 MP, Dual

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Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer smartphone runs on Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie); MIUI 10.1 operating system. The phone is powered by Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 385 Silver) processor. It has 128 GB, 8 GB RAM. Internal storage options which can be extended with the help of No. The smartphone has a Super AMOLED providing, Screen-to-Body Ratio of 83.8%. The smartphone is fueled with a 3000 mAh, Non-removable Li-Po. The main camera of the smartphone consists of a 12 MP, Dual. The sensors include Face ID, fingerprint (under display), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass. Connectivity features in the smartphone include Bluetooth, dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, Wi-Fi, NFC and more. The Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer are available in various colors such as Black (transparent back). It measures 154.9 x 74.8 x 7.6 mm and weighs 177 g.

Hardware and OS Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer
Operating system:	Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie); MIUI 10.1
Processor:	Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
Chipset:	Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
GPU:	Adreno 630
Internal memory:	128 GB, 8 GB RAM
External memory:	No
Display Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer
Type:	Super AMOLED
Size:	6.21" inc
Resolution:	1080 x 2248 px
Protection:	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Touchscreen:	capacitive touchscreen
Screen-to-Body Ratio:	83.8%
Display area:	97.1 cm²
Colors:	16M
Other:	HDR10 -DCI-P3
Connectivity Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer
2G Network:	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G Network:	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G Network:	LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 17(700), 20(800), 34(2000), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500)
Wi-Fi:	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Network:	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
SIM card:	Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Bluetooth:	5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Edge:	Yes
GPRS:	Yes
GPS:	Yes, with dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
NFC:	Yes
Speed:	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
USB:	Type-C 1.0 reversible connector
Camera Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer
Main camera:	12 MP, Dual
Specs:	12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55', 1.4µm, 4-axis OIS, dual pixel PDAF -12 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.4', 1.0µm, AF, 2x optical zoom
Features:	Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video:	2160p@60fps, 1080p@30/240fps, 720p@960fps
Selfie camera:	20 MP, Single
Specs:	20 MP, f/2.0, 0.9µm
Video:	1080p@30fps
Multimedia Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer
3.5 mm Jack:	No
Radio:	No
Design Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer
Colors:	Black (transparent back)
Body build:	Front/back glass, aluminum frame (7000 series)
Dimensions:	154.9 x 74.8 x 7.6 mm
Weight:	177 g
Battery Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer
Battery capacity:	3000 mAh, Non-removable Li-Po
Other Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer
Release date:	2018, May
Sensors:	Face ID, fingerprint (under display), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass

Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Overview

The Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer is a high-end smartphone that offers a range of impressive features. Running on Android 8.1 (Oreo) with an upgradeable MIUI 10.1, the phone is powered by an Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor and Adreno 630 GPU, making it a powerful device suitable for gaming and multitasking. With 128GB of internal storage and 8GB of RAM, users have plenty of space to store their files and run multiple apps simultaneously.

The Mi 8 Explorer boasts a Super AMOLED display measuring 6.21 inches with a resolution of 1080 x 2248 pixels and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. The screen-to-body ratio is 83.8% and supports HDR10 and DCI-P3 color gamut, providing vibrant and sharp visuals.

In terms of connectivity, the phone supports 4G LTE networks, dual-band Wi-Fi, NFC, and Bluetooth 5.0. It also features a dual-camera setup with 12MP + 12MP lenses on the back and a 20MP front camera for selfies. The device lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack but comes with a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer.

The Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer has a sleek and stylish design with a transparent back, front/back glass panels, and an aluminum frame. It measures 154.9 x 74.8 x 7.6 mm and weighs 177g, making it comfortable to hold and use.

Pros:
- Powerful processor and GPU for smooth performance
- Large storage capacity and ample RAM
- High-quality Super AMOLED display with HDR support
- Dual-camera setup with advanced features
- Stylish design with a transparent back

Cons:
- Lack of external memory card slot
- Absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack
- Non-removable battery

Overall, the Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer is a premium smartphone that offers a range of advanced features and capabilities, making it a great choice for users looking for a high-performance device.