Xiaomi Mi 8 SE
The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SDM710 Snapdragon 710 (10 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2018).
2018 · Mid-range · Android 8.1 (Oreo)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.88" · 147.3 x 73.1 x 7.5 mm (5.80 x 2.88 x 0.30 in)
ChipsetQualcomm SDM710 Snapdragon 710 (10 nm)
RAM4GB | 6GB
Storage128GB | 64GB
Main Camera12 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓Smooth Qualcomm SDM710 Snapdragon 710 (10 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓Sharp 423 PPI screen
✓5.88" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 164g — easy to carry
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,120 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2018, May. Released 2018, June
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM710 Snapdragon 710 (10 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz 360 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver)
OS
Android 8.1 (Oreo), MIUI 9.5
RAM
4GB | 6GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
423 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
Super AMOLED, HDR10
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30/120fps
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,120 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 3120 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
164g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
147.3 x 73.1 x 7.5 mm (5.80 x 2.88 x 0.30 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat15 800/150 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Xiaomi Mi 8 SE does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE.
No, the Xiaomi Mi 8 SE does not have NFC.
No, the Xiaomi Mi 8 SE charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC3).
No, the Xiaomi Mi 8 SE does not support a memory card.
The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
No, the Xiaomi Mi 8 SE does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE ships with Android 8.1 (Oreo), MIUI 9.5.
The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE uses USB Type-C.
The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
The Xiaomi Mi 8 SE has 5.0, A2DP, LE.
