Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer
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OS: Android 10
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Display: Super AMOLED
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CPU: Octa-core 2.8 GHz
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Camera: 12 MP
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Memory: 8GB, 128GB
Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition — The Transparent Flagship That Broke the Mold
The Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition is one of the most unique and eye-catching flagship smartphones ever released by Xiaomi, launched in May 2018. Famous for its stunning transparent back panel that reveals the internal components, it instantly stood out from every other smartphone on the market and became a collector’s favorite for tech enthusiasts worldwide.
Under the hood, the Mi 8 Explorer Edition is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of built-in storage, delivering smooth and powerful performance for gaming, multitasking, and everyday use. It runs on MIUI 9.5 based on Android 8.1 Oreo, offering a feature-rich and customizable software experience.
The 6.21-inch Super AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution of 2248 x 1080 pixels produces vivid, sharp, and vibrant visuals that are a pleasure to look at. One of the most impressive features is the in-display fingerprint scanner — a first for any Xiaomi smartphone — combined with an advanced facial recognition system for fast and secure biometric unlocking.
The dual rear camera system features two 12MP sensors with 4-axis optical image stabilization, optical zoom, and 4K video recording capability, while the 20MP front camera handles selfies and video calls with impressive clarity. The 3000mAh battery supports Qualcomm Quick Charge 4+ for speedy top-ups when you are running low.
Priced at around $530 at launch, the Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition remains one of the most visually distinctive flagship smartphones ever made — a true celebration of engineering and design that any tech lover will appreciate.
Specs
Release Date
| Announced | 2018, May. Released 2018, July |
| Market Availability | Discontinued |
Network
| Network Technologies | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
| Network Technology 2G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA |
| Network Technology 3G | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| Network Technology 4G | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps |
Body
| Dimensions | 154.9 x 74.8 x 7.6 mm (6.10 x 2.94 x 0.30 in) |
| Weight | 177 g (6.24 oz) |
| Materials | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, aluminum frame (7000 series) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Colors | Black (transparent back) |
Display
| Type | Super AMOLED, HDR10 |
| size | 6.21 inches, 97.1 cm2 (~83.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Screen Resolution | 1080 x 2248 pixels (~402 ppi density) |
| Screen protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
Performance
| Operating System | Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 12 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm) |
| CPU Speed | Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 385 Silver) |
| Gpu graphics processor | Adreno 630 |
Memory
| Card slot | No Internal |
| RAM | 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB |
Camera
| Rear camera | Dual 12 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 |
| Camera Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@60fps, 1080p@30/240fps, 720p@960fps |
| Camera Selfie | Single 20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3", 0.9µm TOF 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Video camera Selfie | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
| Capacity | Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable |
| Fast battery charging | 18W wired, QC4 |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi Technology | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| GPS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Radio | No |
| Sensors | Face ID, fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
Phone Price
| Mobile price in Europe (€) | About 400 EUR |
