Should You Upgrade from the Reno7 5G to the Reno8?
A spec-by-spec look at what actually changes when you move from the Reno7 5G to the Reno8, 1 year apart.
Probably not — keep your Reno7 5G
The Reno8 is 1 year newer than the Reno7 5G, and the BeastScore rises from 80.5 to 81.1. The biggest improvements: display rated 12 points higher. Trade-offs to know: lower-resolution main camera (−13.700000000000003 mp), 6 g heavier.
What you gain with the Reno8
- +Display rated 12 points higher
What you give up
- −Lower-resolution main camera (−13.700000000000003 MP)
- −6 g heavier
| Spec | Reno7 5G | Reno8 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeastScore (overall) | 80.5 | 81.1 | No real change |
| Performance score | 90 | 90 | No real change |
| Camera score | 84 | 84 | No real change |
| Battery score | 78 | 80 | No real change |
| Display score | 62 | 74 | +12 (19%) |
| Battery capacity | 4,500 mAh | 4,500 mAh | No real change |
| Screen size | 6.4" | 6.4" | No real change |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50.3 MP | −13.7 MP (21%) |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB | No real change |
| Weight | 173 g | 179 g | +6 g (3%) |
Upgrade if…
- You use your phone outdoors a lot and want a brighter, smoother screen
Reno7 5G vs Reno8: Upgrade FAQ
Is it worth upgrading from the Reno7 5G to the Reno8?
Probably not — keep your Reno7 5G. The Reno8 is 1 year newer than the Reno7 5G, and the BeastScore rises from 80.5 to 81.1. The biggest improvements: display rated 12 points higher. Trade-offs to know: lower-resolution main camera (−13.700000000000003 mp), 6 g heavier.
What is the biggest difference between the Reno7 5G and Reno8?
Display rated 12 points higher: 62 on the Reno7 5G vs 74 on the Reno8.
Does the Reno8 have a bigger battery than the Reno7 5G?
No — both have about the same battery capacity (4,500 mAh vs 4,500 mAh).
Who should upgrade to the Reno8?
Upgrade if: You use your phone outdoors a lot and want a brighter, smoother screen.