Redmi 8 vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Redmi 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 leads — 16/100 vs 14/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi 8 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 207g).

The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 edges out the Redmi 8 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 8
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 65
Value for money 100
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 8 better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 207g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 8 vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 scores 2 points higher (16/100 vs 14/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Redmi 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (65/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 8: The Redmi 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 8 ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 193115
Geekbench Single 199
Geekbench Multi 795
Display 6.2" IPS LCD 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 1080x2408
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 12 MP 13 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 256GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC no no
Dimensions 156.5×75.4×9.4 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 188 g 207 g
Price $140
Camera comparison
Redmi 8
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 8
  • 6.2" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 8
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 8
$140
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 8 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (65/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 8 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 edges out the Redmi 8 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 8 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Redmi 8 has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 16/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 8 over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Redmi 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.