Haier L8
$120
Overview
Haier L8 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 5.99-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 450 chipset, 12 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
Priced at $120, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Haier L8
The display of Haier L8 measures 5.99 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2160 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Haier L8 features 2 rear cameras: 12 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Haier L8 has 4000mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Haier L8 is powered by the Snapdragon 450 chipset with ARM Mali-G72 MP3 700MHz 700MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 750 single-core and 2800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 132300.
The memory of Haier L8 offers 3GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM.
The connectivity of Haier L8 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of Haier L8 weighs 200g with Aluminum frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 160 x 76 x 8.4 mm.
The software of Haier L8 runs Android 7.1 (Nougat) with Stock Android. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Haier L8
Haier L8 has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Haier L8 with Snapdragon 450 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Haier L8 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Haier L8 has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Haier L8 at $120 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Haier L8 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Haier L8 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Haier L8 has a 5.99-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Haier L8 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.99"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
Snapdragon 450
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Upcoming |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $311.76 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 160 x 76 x 8.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 200 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "Gold", "Blue"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.99 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2160 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 540:1123 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 403 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 82 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Asahi Dragontrail Glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 7.1 (Nougat) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 450 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex A73 2.0 GHz + 4x Cortex A53 2.0 GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G72 MP3 700MHz 700MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X9 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 750 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 132300 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.5 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D Face Recognition |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB On-The-Go (OTG) |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 7.1 (Nougat) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | Basic Android privacy features |
| Accessibility | Standard Android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB Cable, SIM Ejector Tool, User Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!