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Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro
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Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro

Released: 2018, SeptemberPrice: About 510 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), planned upgrade to Android 10, MIUI 12
CPUOcta-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
NFCYes
SAR0.97 W/kg (head) 1.53 W/kg (body)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C
Dual12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, 4-axis OIS, 12 MP, f/2.4, 1/3.4", 1.0µm, AF, 2x optical zoom
Size6.21 inches, 97.1 cm, 2, (~83.8% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeSuper AMOLED, HDR10
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
BrandXiaomi
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, aluminum frame (7000 series)
ModelXiaomi Mi 8 Pro
PriceAbout 510 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsTransparent Black, Meteorite Black, Twilight Gold
ModelsM1807E8A
Single20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3", 0.9µm
StatusAvailable. Released 2018, September
Weight177 g (6.24 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
SensorsInfrared Face ID, fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
Charging18W wired, QC4
FeaturesHDR
Internal128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Released2018, September
Announced2018, September
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Card slotNo
3.5mm jackNo
Dimensions154.9 x 74.8 x 7.6 mm (6.10 x 2.94 x 0.30 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution1080 x 2248 pixels (~402 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)

Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro Overview

About Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro is another flagship from Xiaomi's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2018. Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro has a wide variety of great specifications such as 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM with Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 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 Pro 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 Pro?

The Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro 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 Pro run?

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