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Redmi Note 8 vs Galaxy A20
Detailed specifications comparison between the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 and the Samsung Galaxy A20.
| Release Date | October 16, 2019 | April 2019 |
| Operating System | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, MIUI 12.5, Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, One UI Core 3.1 |
| Display Size | 6.3 inches | 6.4 inches |
| Display Type | IPS LCD | Super AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels | 720 x 1600 pixels |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 90Hz |
| Processor / Chipset | Qualcomm SDM665 Snapdragon 665 | Qualcomm SDM450 Snapdragon 450 |
| RAM | - | - |
| Internal Storage | - | - |
| Main Camera | 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF | 13 MP |
| Selfie Camera | 13 MP, f/2.0, (wide) | 13 MP / 8 MP |
| Battery Capacity | 4000 mAh | 4000 mAh |
| Charging Speed | 18W wired | 15W wired |
| 5G Support | ||
| NFC | ||
| 3.5mm Jack |
Key differences: Redmi Note 8 vs Galaxy A20
- Redmi Note 8 has the faster wired charging (18W vs 15W on the Galaxy A20).
- Redmi Note 8 has the higher refresh rate (120Hz vs 90Hz on the Galaxy A20).
- Galaxy A20 has the larger screen (6.4-inch vs 6.3-inch on the Redmi Note 8).
- Redmi Note 8 has the lower reference price (149 USD vs 180 USD on the Galaxy A20).
- Redmi Note 8 is the newer phone, released about 6 months later.
Generated from manufacturer specifications. Prices are reference launch prices in USD and vary by market.