Haier G8

NETWORK
Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands HSDPA 900 / 2100
HSDPA 850 / 1900
4G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 40
2, 4, 5, 7, 17, 28
Speed HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
LAUNCH
Announced Not announced yet
Status Available. Released 2018, April
BODY
Dimensions 142.8 x 70.7 x 8.5 mm (5.62 x 2.78 x 0.33 in)
Weight 135 g (4.76 oz)
SIM Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
DISPLAY
Type IPS LCD
Size 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~68.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
Protection Asahi Dragontrail Glass
PLATFORM
OS Android 7.0 (Nougat)
Chipset Mediatek MT6737 (28 nm)
CPU Quad-core 1.25 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU Mali-T720MP1
MEMORY
Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 16GB 1GB RAM
eMMC 5.0
MAIN CAMERA
Single 8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0″, 1.12µm, AF
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 720p@30fps
SELFIE CAMERA
Single 8 MP, f/2.0, 1/4″, 1.12µm
Features LED flash
Video
ADVERTISEMENT
SOUND
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
COMMS
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS
NFC No
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0
FEATURES
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity
BATTERY
Type Li-Ion 2500 mAh, removable
MISC
Colors Black, White, Blue

Haier G8 Overall Review

The Haier G8 is an entry-level Android smartphone that combines modest hardware with the essential functionalities expected from a modern device. Featuring a 5.0-inch display, the G8 caters to users looking for a device that balances screen real estate with ease of handling. The display is protected by Asahi Dragontrail Glass, offering increased resistance to scratches and minor impacts.

Under the hood, the Haier G8 is powered by the MT6737 chipset, a quad-core processor that provides a satisfactory balance between performance and power efficiency for basic tasks and light multitasking. With 1GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage, the device is geared towards light users, with the option to expand storage via microSD for additional space.

Photography on the G8 is handled by 8MP cameras on both the front and back, offering decent image quality for casual photography and video calls. A 2500mAh battery supplies the device, ensuring a battery life that can comfortably last through a day of moderate use.

Haier G8 Pros and Cons

Pros:

  • Compact and durable design with Asahi Dragontrail Glass protection.
  • Decent camera setup for basic photography and selfies.
  • Supports expandable storage, allowing more space for media and apps.
  • Adequate battery life for day-to-day usage.

Cons:

  • Limited performance capabilities due to 1GB of RAM and a basic quad-core processor.
  • The screen size and resolution may not satisfy users accustomed to larger, sharper displays.
  • Lacks the features and specifications of higher-end smartphones, such as fast charging or advanced camera functionalities.