The Redmi Note 8T should not exist but it does. Unlike other manufacturers that have adopted the “T” (OnePlus) or even “S” suffix for refreshed models, Redmi’s latest phone doesn’t bring much when compared to its non-T variant. Actually, the only difference is the addition of NFC support. Yes, NFC. That is the only thing that distinguishes the Redmi Note 8 from the Redmi Note 8T.
We have been able to get our hands on live photos of retail units as further proof that the phone exists. Popular leaker, Sudhanshu Ambhore, has also posted live photos of the device which reveal more specs.
The Redmi Note 8T will come in a white box that has a picture of the device in all the available color variants on the front. The name of the phone is written at the bottom as well as on the sides. On the back, the retail box reveals the color of the variant inside is Moonshadow Grey and it has 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.
Sudhanshu’s photos are of the blue variant and give us a look at the device itself. The Redmi Note 8T has a 6.3-inch Dot Drop Display with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on both sides. It has 48MP AI quad cameras which include ultra wide-angle and macro lenses.
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The sticker on the front of the phone also mentions the phone has a 4000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charge via a USB Type-C port. It also supports multifunctional NFC and is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 AIE processor.
The live photo shows the bottom of the phone is home to an audio jack, a microphone, the USB port, and the speaker grille. The phone will come with a transparent soft case and a white Type-C cable and charger.
The Redmi Note 8T is going to be available in markets outside China. While Xiaomi has not yet revealed which markets will be getting it, we have a few guesses. The Redmi Note 8 should be available in Europe in countries such as Spain and Italy where the Redmi Note 8 isn’t sold. NFC payment is widely used in the aforementioned countries, so it makes sense that Xiaomi will sell the devices there.
The device is already available for pre-order on Giztop for $199 but you can get $20 off with a coupon.
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