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Redmi 8 vs Galaxy M20
Detailed specifications comparison between the Xiaomi Redmi 8 and the Samsung Galaxy M20.
| Release Date | October 12, 2019 | February 5, 2019 |
| Operating System | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 12, Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 12 | Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, One UI 2 |
| Display Size | 6.22 inches | 6.3 inches |
| Display Type | IPS LCD | PLS LCD |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels | 720 x 1600 pixels |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz |
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm SDM439 Snapdragon 439 | Exynos 7904 |
| RAM | - | - |
| Internal Storage | - | - |
| Main Camera | 12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, Dual Pixel PDAF | 13 MP, f/1.9, PDAF |
| Selfie Camera | 8 MP, f/2.0 | 13 MP / 8 MP |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging Speed | 18W wired | 15W wired |
| 5G Support | ||
| NFC | ||
| 3.5mm Jack |
Key differences: Redmi 8 vs Galaxy M20
- Redmi 8 has the faster wired charging (18W vs 15W on the Galaxy M20).
- Redmi 8 has the higher refresh rate (120Hz vs 60Hz on the Galaxy M20).
- Galaxy M20 has the larger screen (6.3-inch vs 6.22-inch on the Redmi 8).
- Redmi 8 has the lower reference price (130 USD vs 150 USD on the Galaxy M20).
- Redmi 8 is the newer phone, released about 8 months later.
Generated from manufacturer specifications. Prices are reference launch prices in USD and vary by market.