Xiaomi Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB) vs T-Mobile G1

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Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Redmi 8A vs T-Mobile G1 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

11/19/2019 7:59 PM, updated: 7/8/2020 9:02 PM

Compare T-Mobile G1 X Xiaomi Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB) 33Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.2"
IPS

720x1520

12
MP

8mp

3GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

02Points T-Mobile G1 Compare Xiaomi Redmi 8A X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.2"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP

192MB
RAM

Single-core

1150
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

33 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	vs	2 Advantages T-Mobile G1
+2GHz 64bit Octa-core6 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	528MHz 32bit Single-core
+3GB LPDDR315 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	192MB LPDDR
+32GB (21GB available)83 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	256MB
+Until 512GB microSD, microSDXC15 times More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
+9.4 millimeters (0.37 inches)82% Thinner	vs	17.1 millimeters (0.67 inches)
+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+16 million245 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos	vs	65 thousand
+720x1520 pixels6 times Higher resolution screen	vs	320x480 pixels
+271 PPI51% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	180 PPI
+6.2"94% Larger screen	vs	3.2"
+(back) 12MP3 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 3.1MP
+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(front) 8MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+Full HD (1920x1080)26 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	QVGA (320x240)
+Android 9.0 PieAdvantage Android 9.0 Pie is newer and safer	vs	Android 1.6 Donut
+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSUPA
+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps20 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+5000 mAh3 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1150 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores	vs	proprietary audio output
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
+802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage WiFi 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g [wifi3]
+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	2.0 + A2DP
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	Mini-USB 2.0 (Mini-B)
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML
+Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)Advantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
188 grams (6.58 ounces)	vs	+158 grams (5.53 ounces)19% Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily

11 Common items in both devices

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Compass

Hands-free calling

+4 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
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Model	Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
Other model names	Xiaomi Redmi 8A M1908C3KG, MZB8298IN, MZB8299IN, MZB8369IN	T-Mobile G1, HTC Hero T-Mobile, HTC Dream 100 DREA100
Country or region available	(Global, International), China, India	USA
Brand	Xiaomi	T-Mobile
Release date	9/1/2019	10/22/2008
Depth	9.4 millimeters (0.37 inches)	17.1 millimeters (0.67 inches)
Size (width x height)	75.4 x 156.3 millimeters (2.97 x 6.15 in)	55.7 x 117 millimeters (2.19 x 4.61 in)
Weight	188 grams (6.58 ounces)	158 grams (5.53 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)	Not supported
📲 Display
	Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
Display type	TFT IPS LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	6.2" inches	3.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~81.4% (screen-to-body ratio)	~46.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	720x1520 pixels (19:9)	320x480 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	271 PPI	180 PPI
Colors	16 million	65 thousand
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 5	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	400nits[typ]	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
System version	Android 9.0 Pie	Android 1.6 Donut
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 SDM439 (12nm)	32bit: Qualcomm MSM7201A
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Dual-core) 6x 1.45GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Hexa-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 528MHz ARM1136EJ-S (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 505 650Mhz	Qualcomm Adreno 130
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
RAM memory	3GB LPDDR3	192MB LPDDR
Internal storage	32GB (21GB available) eMMC 5.1	256MB
External storage	Until 512GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	150/50 Mbps	7.2/2 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G
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 (China), GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	Global, India version: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100 China version: CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1900/2100	UMTS 1700/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat4 VoLTE Global version: LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20) TD-LTE (Bands 38, 40) India version: LTE (Bands 1, 3, 5, 8) TD-LTE (Bands 40, 41) China version: LTE (Bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8) TD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41)	Not supported
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	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
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 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
Back camera (main camera)	12 megapixels	3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4000x3000 pixels	2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	QVGA (320x240) 15 fps
Flash	LED flash	Not supported
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	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
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 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
Front camera (secondary)	8 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Not supported
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	1/4" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	Not supported
Radio	FM	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, AAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	Mini-USB 2.0 (Mini-B)
Audio output	3.5mm jack	proprietary audio output
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.2 + A2DP	2.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou	A-GPS
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Compass
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	5000 mAh	1150 mAh
Charger, watts	18W (9V/2A) Wired fast charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	42 hours (1.8 days)	5.4 hours
Standby	feature not registered	406 hours (16.9 days)
➕ Other features
	Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Retractable QWERTY keyboard
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Midnight Black, Ocean Blue, Sunset Red • MIUI 11 • Sony IMX363 back camera sensor • Quick Charge 3.0	• Colors: Black, White, Brown • HTC Sense UI • Trackball • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Redmi 8A (32GB/3GB)	T-Mobile G1
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