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Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite
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Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite

Released: 2018, SeptemberPrice: About 360 EURStatus: Available. Released 2018, September

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 11
CPUOcta-core (4x2.2 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 512
NFCNo
SAR0.75 W/kg (head) 1.58 W/kg (body)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C
Dual12 MP, f/1.9, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, 5 MP, f/2.0, (depth)
Size6.26 inches, 97.8 cm, 2, (~82.5% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandXiaomi
BuildGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
ModelXiaomi Mi 8 Lite
PriceAbout 360 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsMidnight Black, Aurora Blue, Twilight Gold
ModelsM1808D2TG
Single24 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.9µm
StatusAvailable. Released 2018, September
Weight169 g (5.96 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm)
DisplayContrast ratio: 1453 (nominal), 2.862 (sunlight)
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40 - Global
Charging18W wired, QC3
FeaturesAuto HDR
Internal64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Released2018, September
Announced2018, September
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
3.5mm jackNo
Dimensions156.4 x 75.8 x 7.5 mm (6.16 x 2.98 x 0.30 in)
Resolution1080 x 2280 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerVoice 67dB / Noise 77dB / Ring 77dB
PerformanceAnTuTu: 143257 (v7), GeekBench: 5894 (v4.4), GFXBench: 8fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio qualityNoise -93.5dB / Crosstalk -35.4dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 77h

Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite Overview

About Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite is another flagship from Xiaomi's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2018. Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM with Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite?

The Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Xiaomi devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite.