Xiaomi Redmi 8 (32GB) vs Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB)
Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Redmi 8 vs Microsoft Surface 2 RT devices, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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What's the better device? Xiaomi Redmi 8 (32GB)
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LED flash |
Only digital zoom |
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus |
Full HD (1920x1080) |
(front) Full HD (1920x1080) |
Capacitive |
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Highlight differences Clear highlight📱 Model features | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
Model | Redmi 8 (32GB) | Surface 2 RT (32GB) |
Other model names | Xiaomi Redmi 8 (3GB RAM + 32GB) M1908C3IC, MZB8255IN | Microsoft Surface RT 2, Microsoft Surface 2 RT |
Country or region available | (Global, International) | feature not registered |
Brand | Xiaomi | Microsoft |
Release date | 10/1/2019 | 9/23/2013 |
Depth | 9.4 millimeters (0.37 inches) | 8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 75.4 x 156.5 millimeters (2.97 x 6.16 in) | 172.5 x 274.6 millimeters (6.79 x 10.81 in) |
Weight | 188 grams (6.58 ounces) | 676 grams (23.66 ounces) |
Build, materials | Plastic body, glass front | feature not registered |
Protection against water and others | P2i certified: water repellent nano-coating | Not supported |
📲 Display | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
Display type | TFT IPS LCD | TFT LCD |
Screen size | 6.22" inches | 10.6" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~81.8% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~65.4% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 720x1520 pixels | 1080x1920 pixels |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch | Capacitive Multitouch 5-points |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 270 PPI | 208 PPI |
Colors | 16 million | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Gorilla Glass 5 | Not supported |
Refresh rate | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Display features | feature not registered | feature not registered |
🤖 Operating System | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
System version | Android 9.0 Pie | Windows RT 8.1 |
Firmware update | feature not registered | feature not registered |
User Interface | feature not registered | feature not registered |
⚙️ Processor | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
Chipset | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 SDM439 (12nm) | 32bit: NVIDIA Tegra 4 Wayne (28nm) |
CPU | Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Dual-core) 6x 1.45GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Hexa-core) | Penta-core, 1 processor: 5x 1.7GHz ARM Cortex-A15 (Penta-core) |
GPU graphical controller | Qualcomm Adreno 505 650Mhz | NVIDIA GeForce ULP MP72 672Mhz |
Performance (benchmark) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
💽 Memory and storage | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
RAM memory | 3GB LPDDR3 | 2GB LPDDR3 |
Internal storage | 32GB (21GB available) eMMC 5.1 | 32GB (15GB available) |
External storage | Until 512GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) | Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
📶 Mobile networks | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
Dual-SIM | Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot) | Not supported |
SIM card | 2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) | Not supported |
Maximum Download / Upload | 150/50 Mbps | feature not registered |
Network technology | 2G, 3G, 4G | feature not registered |
Frequency, bands | Expand band details Collapse details | |
GSM MHz band | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 | Not supported |
Primary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | Not supported |
Primary 3G network | M1908C3IC version: UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 MZB8255IN version: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100 | Not supported |
Primary 4G network | LTE Cat4 VoLTE M1908C3IC version: LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20) TD-LTE (Bands 38, 40) MZB8255IN version: LTE (Bands 1, 3, 5, 8) TD-LTE (Bands 40, 41) | Not supported |
Primary 5G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE | Not supported |
Secondary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | Not supported |
Secondary 3G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary 4G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary data network | GPRS, EDGE | Not supported |
📷 Camera | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
Back camera (main camera) | (dual camera) 12 megapixels 2MP depth | 5 megapixels |
Main camera resolution | 4000x3000 pixels | 2592x1944 pixels |
Video recording (primary) | Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps | Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps |
Flash | LED flash | LED flash |
Focal aperture | f/1.8 (aperture) | feature not registered |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | 1/2.55" inches | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 1.4µm pixel | feature not registered |
Autofocus | PDAF: phase detection autofocus | Autofocus |
Touch focus | Supported | Not supported |
Image stabilization | EIS: Digital stabilization | feature not registered |
Zoom | Only digital zoom | Only digital zoom |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Face detection |
BSI sensor | Not supported | Not supported |
HDR | HDR photo on both cameras | Not supported |
Camera extras | feature not registered | feature not registered |
📸 Front camera | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 8 megapixels | 3.1 megapixels |
Front camera resolution | 3264x2448 pixels | 2048x1536 pixels |
Video recording (secondary) | Full HD (1920x1080) | Full HD (1920x1080) |
Front flash | Not supported | Not supported |
Focal aperture | f/2.0 (aperture) | feature not registered |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 1.12µm pixel | feature not registered |
🔉 Sound and multimedia | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
Loudspeaker | Supported | Supported |
Active noise cancellation | 2 microphones or more | 2 microphones or more |
Radio | FM | Not supported |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV | MP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMV |
Audio formats | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC |
🔌 Connectivity | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
USB | USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go | USB 3.0 |
Audio output | 3.5mm jack | 3.5mm jack |
TV output | Not supported | Micro HDMI Type D |
Bluetooth | 4.2 + A2DP | 4.0 + A2DP |
WiFi | 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot | 802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) |
DLNA | Not supported | Not supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou | Not supported |
NFC | Not supported | Not supported |
Infrared port | Supported | Not supported |
🧭 Sensors | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Proximity sensor | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
🔋 Battery | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
Battery type | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) |
Battery capacity | 5000 mAh | feature not registered |
Charger, watts | 18W Wired fast charging | Wired charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Talk time autonomy | 28 hours (1.2 days) | 10 hours |
Standby | feature not registered | feature not registered |
➕ Other features | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder | Not supported |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail | E-mail, Push mail |
Hands-free calling | Supported | Supported |
Video calling | Supported | Supported |
Ringtones | Polyphonic and customized | feature not registered |
Web browser | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 | HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash player |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Not supported | Dock with QWERTY keyboard |
Miscellaneous | • Colors: Onyx Black, Ruby Red, Sapphire Blue, Green • MIUI 9 | • Colors: Dark Titanium • Dual-position kickstand • Optional Touch Cover with keyboard • WiFi Direct • Microsoft Office 2013 RT • USB On-The-Go 1.3 • SkyDrive 200GB for 2 years • Skype free international calls and WiFi for 1 year |
☢️ Radiation rate | ||
Redmi 8 (32GB) | Microsoft Surface 2 RT (32GB) | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | feature not registered | feature not registered |