Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) vs Samsung Galaxy A3 Core
Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Mi 8 vs Samsung Galaxy A3 Core phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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6.21"
AMOLED
AMOLED
1080x2248
12
MP
MP
20mp
6GB
RAM
RAM
Octa-core
3400
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
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5.3"
PLS
PLS
720x1480
8
MP
MP
5mp
1GB
RAM
RAM
Quad-core
3000
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
What's the better phone? Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB)
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14 Common items in both devices |
60Hz |
16 million |
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus |
(front) Full HD (1920x1080) |
4G LTE-A / 4G LTE |
Capacitive |
Multitouch |
+7 specs and more in the table below |
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Highlight differences Clear highlightđą Model features | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
Model | Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core |
Other model names | ĺ°çął8, Xiaomi Mi8 6GB RAM, Xiaomi Dipper | Galaxy A3 Core SM-A013G/DS (A01 Core) |
Country or region available | (Global, International), China, Hong Kong, Taiwan | South Africa, Algeria, Morocco, Nigeria, Senegal |
Brand | Xiaomi | Samsung |
Release date | 6/1/2018 | 8/6/2020, Announced: 7/21/2020 |
Depth | 7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches) | 8.6 millimeters (0.34 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 74.8 x 154.9 millimeters (2.94 x 6.1 in) | 67.5 x 141.7 millimeters (2.66 x 5.58 in) |
Weight | 175 grams (6.13 ounces) | 150 grams (5.25 ounces) |
Build, materials | Aluminum frame, glass front/back | Plastic body, glass front |
Protection against water and others | Not supported | Not supported |
đ˛ Display | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
Display type | Super AMOLED | TFT PLS |
Screen size | 6.21" inches | 5.3" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~83.8% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~74.5% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 1080x2248 pixels | 720x1480 pixels (18.5:9) |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch | Capacitive Multitouch |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 402 PPI | 311 PPI |
Colors | 16 million | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Gorilla Glass 5 | Not supported |
Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
Display features | 600nits[typ] HDR10 | Not supported |
đ¤ Operating System | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
System version | Android 8.1 Oreo | Android 10 |
Firmware update | Android 9.0 Pie | Android 11 |
User Interface | feature not registered | Android Go edition One UI 2.5 / 3.1 |
âď¸ Processor | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
Chipset | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 MSM8998 (10nm) | 64bit: MediaTek MT6739 (28nm) |
CPU | Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.8GHz Kryo 385 Gold (Quad-core) 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 385 Silver (Quad-core) | Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.5GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core) |
GPU graphical controller | Qualcomm Adreno 630 710Mhz | PowerVR GE8100 MP1 (570MHz) |
Performance (benchmark) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
đ˝ Memory and storage | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
RAM memory | 6GB LPDDR4X | 1GB LPDDR3 |
Internal storage | 128GB (110GB available) UFS 2.1 | 16GB (10GB available) eMMC 5.1 |
External storage | Not supported | Until 512GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
đś Mobile networks | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
Dual-SIM | Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card | Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot) |
SIM card | 2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) | 2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) |
Maximum Download / Upload | 1024/150 Mbps | 150/50 Mbps |
Network technology | 2G, 3G, 4G | 2G, 3G, 4G |
Frequency, bands | Expand band details Collapse details | |
GSM MHz band | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 |
Primary 2G network | CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 |
Primary 3G network | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 | UMTS 850/900/2100 |
Primary 4G network | LTE Cat16 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE | LTE Cat4 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) |
Primary 5G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE |
Secondary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 |
Secondary 3G network | Not supported | UMTS 850/900/2100 |
Secondary 4G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary data network | GPRS, EDGE | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+ |
đˇ Camera | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
Back camera (main camera) | (dual camera) 12 megapixels 12MP telephoto f/2.456mm1/3.4"1.0ÂľmAF2x-optical-zoom | 8 megapixels |
Main camera resolution | 4000x3000 pixels | 3264x2448 pixels |
Video recording (primary) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps | Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps |
Flash | Dual-LED flash | LED flash |
Focal aperture | f/1.8 (aperture) | f/2.2 (aperture) |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | 1/2.55" inches | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 1.4Âľm pixel | feature not registered |
Autofocus | PDAF: phase detection autofocus | Autofocus |
Touch focus | Supported | Supported |
Image stabilization | OIS (4-axis): Optical stabilization | EIS: Digital stabilization |
Zoom | Digital and optical zoom | Only digital zoom |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection |
BSI sensor | Not supported | Not supported |
HDR | HDR photo on both cameras | Not supported |
Camera extras | feature not registered | feature not registered |
đ¸ Front camera | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
Front camera (secondary) | 20 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Front camera resolution | 5184x3840 pixels | 2560x1920 pixels |
Video recording (secondary) | Full HD (1920x1080) | Full HD (1920x1080) |
Front flash | Not supported | Not supported |
Focal aperture | f/2.0 (aperture) | f/2.4 (aperture) |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | 1/3" inches | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 1.8Âľm pixel | feature not registered |
đ Sound and multimedia | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
Loudspeaker | Supported | Mono sound (not stereo) |
Active noise cancellation | 2 microphones or more | Not supported |
Radio | Not supported | FM |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV |
Audio formats | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC |
đ Connectivity | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
USB | USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go | MicroUSB 2.0 |
Audio output | Type-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter | 3.5mm jack |
TV output | USB Type-C (reversible) | Not supported |
Bluetooth | 5.0 + A2DP/LE | 5.0 + A2DP/LE |
WiFi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot | 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot |
DLNA | Supported | Not supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS |
NFC | Supported | Not supported |
Infrared port | Not supported | Not supported |
đ§ Sensors | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor | Accelerometer Virtual proximity sensor |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
đ Battery | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
Battery type | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) |
Battery capacity | 3400 mAh | 3000 mAh |
Charger, watts | 18W Wired fast charging Quick Charge 4+ | 5W (5V/1A) Wired charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | Not supported | Not supported |
Talk time autonomy | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Standby | feature not registered | feature not registered |
â Other features | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail |
Hands-free calling | Supported | Supported |
Video calling | Supported | Supported |
Ringtones | Polyphonic and customized | Polyphonic and customized |
Web browser | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Not supported | Not supported |
Miscellaneous | ⢠Colors: Black, Blue, White, Gold ⢠MIUI 9.5 ⢠Always-On Display ⢠WiFi display | ⢠Colors: Black, Blue, Red |
â˘ď¸ Radiation rate | ||
Xiaomi Mi 8 (128GB) | Galaxy A3 Core | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | feature not registered | 0.638W/kg (head), 1.18W/kg (body) |