Redmi Note 8 - ROMs China Stable Version List

V12.5.5.0.RCOCNXM (Latest)

OS: MIUI 12.5

Android: 11.0

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  • System
    • Updated Android Security Patch to July 2022. Increased system security.

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V12.5.5.0.RCOCNXM_e8efe0e9bf_11.0.zip
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V12.5.4.0.RCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 12.5

Android: 11.0

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  • Other
    • Optimized system performance
    • Improved system security and stability

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V12.5.4.0.RCOCNXM_7b06ce4b4d_11.0.zip
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V12.5.3.0.RCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 12.5

Android: 11.0

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  • MIUI12.5 Enhanced
    • Swift performance. More life between the charges.
    • Focused algorithms: Our new algorithms will dynamically allocate system resources based on specific scenes, ensuring smooth experience on all models.
    • Atomized memory: Ultra-fine memory management mechanism will make RAM usage more efficient.
    • Liquid storage: New sensitive storage mechanisms will keep your system vibrant and responsive as time goes by.
  • Lock screen
    • New: New fingerprint options
    • Fix: Memory usage issues when charging animation was displayed
    • Fix: Using Face unlock and Fingerprint unlock simultaneously led to crashes in some cases

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V12.5.3.0.RCOCNXM_1dd31985ed_11.0.zip
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V12.5.2.0.RCOCNXM(Rolled back)

OS: MIUI 12.5

Android: 11.0

Change log: Expand
  • MIUI12.5 Enhanced
    • Swift performance. More life between the charges.
    • Focused algorithms: Our new algorithms will dynamically allocate system resources based on specific scenes, ensuring smooth experience on all models.
    • Atomized memory: Ultra-fine memory management mechanism will make RAM usage more efficient.
    • Liquid storage: New sensitive storage mechanisms will keep your system vibrant and responsive as time goes by.
    • Smart balance: Core system improvements allow your device to make the best of the flagship hardware specs.
  • Lock screen
    • New: New fingerprint options
    • Fix: Memory usage issues when charging animation was displayed
    • Fix: Using Face unlock and Fingerprint unlock simultaneously led to crashes in some cases

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V12.5.2.0.RCOCNXM_edb5a5dca4_11.0.zip
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V12.5.1.0.RCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 12.5

Android: 11.0

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  • Highlights
    • MIUI 12.5. Yours alone.
  • System
    • New: Response to gestures is now instant.
    • New: With 20 times more rendering power, there are now few limits to what you can see on your screen.
    • New: With custom device model adjustments, any phone becomes faster after the upgrade.
    • Optimization: MIUI became lighter, faster, and more durable.
    • Optimization: Updated Android Security Patch to July 2021. Increased system security.
  • System sounds
    • New: Nature mix is a new exciting way of creating your own notification sound system.
    • New: Hundreds of system sounds that represent animals from all around the world.
  • System animations
    • New: A new animation framework renders movement more realistically.
    • New: New UI design is focused on visualization and making your interaction with the device more lifelike.
  • Notes
    • New: Compose mind maps with complex structures.
    • New: New tools for doodling and sketching.
    • New: Press and hold a sketch to adjust the strokes automatically.
    • New: A gesture shortcut now allows you to create notes, tasks, and excerpts anywhere.
    • New: Excerpts save text, URLs, and images to Notes in a few simple taps.
    • New: Dynamic layouts bring the typography in Notes to a new level.
    • All-new Notes.
  • Privacy protection
    • New: The behavior of web pages is also tracked now, which helps you to block unwanted and malicious actions.
    • New: Now it's up to you who and when can track your online behavior.
    • New: All apps now come with a security statement from GetApps.
    • New: Privacy risk scanner.
    • New: Control which apps access and delete items from your Gallery.
    • New: A comprehensive overview of all sensitive permissions.
    • New: You'll be notified whenever high-risk permissions are used and will be able to block the corresponding actions.
    • New: Now you can see what apps access your clipboard and control access.
    • New: Using approximate location adds up points to privacy protection.
    • New: You can now manage sensitive permissions and related app behavior independently.
    • Optimization: An all-new privacy protection page.
  • Floating windows
    • New: Instant messengers now support floating windows.
    • New: Floating windows can be quickly replaced with fullscreen versions of the apps.
    • New: App flashcards Show key info when apps are displayed as floating windows.
    • *Learn more about new features in "Special features".
  • Xiaomi Cloud
    • New: Convert images to PDF.
    • New: Password manager allows you to store passwords in the cloud.
    • New: You can share device location with other people in your family sharing group.
    • New: Location information can be recorded automatically before the device powers off.
  • IME
    • New: A more convenient way to move a cursor using the scrollbar.
    • New: Function buttons support switching between languages and keyboards.
    • New: You can press and hold the function buttons to access more features.
    • New: Custom themes for keyboards.
  • Themes
    • New: Font weight adjustment options for third party fonts.
    • Optimization: Personalization features for system wallpapers, animations, and sounds.
  • Browser
    • New: Wallpaper customization in the lite mode.
    • Optimization: Redesigned Incognito mode.
    • Optimization: Pages load much faster now.

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V12.5.1.0.RCOCNXM_474fdd5c54_11.0.zip
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V12.0.3.0.RCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 12

Android: 11.0

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  • System
    • Stable MIUI based on Android 11

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V12.0.3.0.RCOCNXM_dea616152f_11.0.zip
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File Name ginkgo_images_V12.0.3.0.RCOCNXM_20210524.0000.00_11.0_cn_eda1fc3541.tgz
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V12.0.1.0.RCOCNXM(Rolled back)

OS: MIUI 12

Android: 11.0

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  • System
    • Stable MIUI based on Android 11

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V12.0.1.0.RCOCNXM_d885534244_11.0.zip
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V12.0.3.0.QCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 12

Android: 10.0

Change log: Expand
  • Control center
    • Optimization: Control center layout in landscape mode
  • System
    • Fix: Noise could be heard when the screen was turned off in some cases
    • Updated Android Security Patch to November 2020. Increased system security.

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V12.0.3.0.QCOCNXM_e41fdaaac9_10.0.zip
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V12.0.2.0.QCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 12

Android: 10.0

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  • Highlights
    • MIUI 12. Yours alone.
  • System animations
    • New: All-new physically based animation engine with advanced architecture will refresh your device's look.
    • New: Dynamic window technology takes switching screen orientation to a new level.
  • System visuals
    • Brand new visual design works for all types of content and languages.
    • Magazine-level layouts bring important things into the spotlight and make content structure clear.
  • Privacy protection
    • New: MIUI 12 is the first Android-based mobile OS that went through the rigorous enhanced privacy protection testing.
    • New: Reset your device ID and control how it's used based on virtual ID technology.
    • New: Grant permissions that will be used only while you're using an app.
    • New: You can also grant permissions just once, and decide again next time a permission is required.
    • New: Restrict access to telephony to third party apps.
    • New: Return blank messages to the apps that require personal information.
    • New: Receive notifications whenever apps record audio, use camera, or access your location.
    • New: Use secure sharing to control what additional data is sent along with shared items.
    • New: Get comprehensive stats on how apps use permissions in app behavior history.
    • New: Visit privacy.miui.com to learn how MIUI protects your privacy.
    • Optimization: Apps aren't allowed to launch other apps in the background now.
  • AI Call Assistant
    • New: Mi AI can answer your calls now!
    • New: You can record a customized greeting that will be played to the other person during AI calls.
    • New: Customized greetings are also supported for outgoing calls.
  • Xiaomi Health
    • New: All-new Xiaomi Health gives you more options and makes your health stats more accurate.
    • New: Put your device next to you before falling asleep to analyze your sleep cycle and record talking and snoring.
    • New: You can sync data with supported wearable and smart home devices.
    • New: Xiaomi Health can remind you to stand up and move when it detects that you've been sitting down for too long.
    • New: The app also analyzes your stats and gives you simple health advice.
  • Control center
    • New: Swipe down from the upper right corner of your screen to open Control center.
    • New: Animated icons are a joy to look at!
  • Accessibility
    • New: Mi Ditto combines dictation and speech output, making mobile devices more convenient for people who have difficulties using conventionally designed smartphones.
  • Trips
    • New: Traffic and suggested routes to airports and train stations.
    • New: You can track your previous trips now.
    • New: Checklists for trips.
    • New: Alarms for train arrivals.
  • Mi Carrier Services
    • New: View your SIM balance and mobile data usage stats.
    • New: Save frequently used phone numbers to top up balance and buy mobile data later.
    • New: Buy SIM cards and services.
  • System
    • Stable MIUI based on Android 10
  • Messaging
    • New: Promotional messages are grouped according to their content now.
  • Status bar, Notification shade
    • New: All-new design.
  • Weather
    • New: New animations bring the weather from outside directly to your screen.
  • Settings
    • New: Security introduces new comprehensive privacy protection mechanisms.
    • New: Lite mode simplifies your device and brings essential features up front.
  • File Manager
    • New: Use the floating shortcut to filter and sort items, as well as switch view.
  • Calendar
    • New: New layout tailored for landscape orientation is available now.
    • New: We added lots of fresh animations that will accompany your actions.
    • New: Calendar cards will remind you about important events and anniversaries.
  • Notes
    • New: You can create folders with notes now.
    • New: New dynamic backgrounds look gorgeous!
    • New: Tasks are completed with a satisfying animation now.
    • New: Checklists of subtasks make managing your agenda much simpler.
  • Security
    • New: New animations feel natural and refreshing.
    • New: Keep your home safe with smart home device alerts.
    • New: Binging your favorite shows will be more convenient with our new video toolbox.
  • Xiaomi Cloud
    • New: Shared family storage plan is available now.
  • Other
    • Some features might not be available on this device. Visit www.miui.com to learn more about MIUI 12.

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V12.0.2.0.QCOCNXM_fad5afbf68_10.0.zip
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File Name ginkgo_images_V12.0.2.0.QCOCNXM_20200926.0000.00_10.0_cn_0f2a39dd8e.tgz
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V11.0.8.0.PCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 11

Android: 9.0

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  • Other
    • Optimized system performance
    • Improved system security and stability

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V11.0.8.0.PCOCNXM_40bbde64f6_9.0.zip
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File Name ginkgo_images_V11.0.8.0.PCOCNXM_20201014.0000.00_9.0_cn_2edac29a9d.tgz
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V11.0.7.0.PCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 11

Android: 9.0

Change log: Expand
  • System
    • Updated Android Security Patch to June 2020. Increased system security.

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V11.0.7.0.PCOCNXM_103aa0209f_9.0.zip
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File Name ginkgo_images_V11.0.7.0.PCOCNXM_20200612.0000.00_9.0_cn_e7e894ac9b.tgz
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V11.0.6.0.PCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 11

Android: 9.0

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  • System
    • Updated Android Security Patch to March 2020. Increased system security.
  • App lock
    • New: App lock is supported for all apps now
    • New: Revamped the start page and optimized some features

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V11.0.6.0.PCOCNXM_c0598800f6_9.0.zip
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File Name ginkgo_images_V11.0.6.0.PCOCNXM_20200314.0000.00_9.0_cn_3f5d7be94d.tgz
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V11.0.5.0.PCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 11

Android: 9.0

Change log: Expand
  • System
    • Updated Android Security Patch to January 2020. Increased system security.
  • Data usage
    • Fix: Data usage warning appeared multiple times

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V11.0.5.0.PCOCNXM_01cc753a51_9.0.zip
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File Name ginkgo_images_V11.0.5.0.PCOCNXM_20200213.0000.00_9.0_cn_f96f9de56c.tgz
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V11.0.4.0.PCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 11

Android: 9.0

Change log: Expand
  • System
    • Updated Android Security Patch to December 2019. Increased system security.
  • Lockscreen, status bar, Notification shade
    • Fix: Couldn't open notification settings in the Notification shade in Second space
    • Fix: Couldn't open the Notification shade in some cases
  • Data usage
    • Fix: Items related to exceptions weren't always displayed accurately
    • Fix: Searching for apps made the device slow down
    • Fix: Errors occurred after switching SIM cards
  • Other
    • Fix: Images overlapped in scrolling screenshots

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V11.0.4.0.PCOCNXM_7248ec69cc_9.0.zip
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File Name ginkgo_images_V11.0.4.0.PCOCNXM_20191227.0000.00_9.0_cn_6db8ae2174.tgz
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V11.0.3.0.PCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 11

Android: 9.0

Change log: Expand
  • Comprehensive design optimized for full screen display devices
    • Removing visual clutter, improving touch controls, and refining the use of color allowed us to create the system where nothing stands between you and the content
  • Sounds of nature
    • Notification sounds won't make you tired. Now, they keep changing dynamically, just like nature does.
  • Mi Share
    • Transfer files from phone to phone at breakneck speeds
  • Documents
    • Preview your documents before you open them
    • Stay productive and efficient with our all-new Mi Doc Viewer
  • Printing
    • Print photos and files directly from your phone without installing any additional apps
  • Game speed booster
    • New: Continuous swiping opens an additional menu in Game Turbo now
    • New: Floating windows for incoming calls during games
    • New: You can create a Home screen shortcut for Game Turbo now
    • Optimization: You can open the gaming toolbox by swiping from the top side of the screen
    • Fix: Hands-free call duration wasn't displayed correctly in Game Turbo
    • Refreshed start page of Game Turbo
    • Auto brightness, screenshot gestures, and Reading mode can be turned off automatically when Game Turbo is on
    • A major upgrade for the toolbox in Game Turbo: autoplay and switching between data SIM cards are available now

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V11.0.3.0.PCOCNXM_b07db156df_9.0.zip
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File Name ginkgo_images_V11.0.3.0.PCOCNXM_20191119.0000.00_9.0_cn_24aeb205ba.tgz
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V11.0.2.0.PCOCNXM(Rolled back)

OS: MIUI 11

Android: 9.0

Change log: Expand
  • Comprehensive design optimized for full screen display devices
    • Removing visual clutter, improving touch controls, and refining the use of color allowed us to create the system where nothing stands between you and the content
  • Sounds of nature
    • Notification sounds won't make you tired. Now, they keep changing dynamically, just like nature does.
  • Mi Share
    • Transfer files from phone to phone at breakneck speeds
  • Documents
    • Preview your documents before you open them
    • Stay productive and efficient with our all-new Mi Doc Viewer
  • Printing
    • Print photos and files directly from your phone without installing any additional apps

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V11.0.2.0.PCOCNXM_4f887a3f3e_9.0.zip
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V10.3.8.0.PCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 10

Android: 9.0

Change log: Expand
  • Other
    • Optimized system performance
    • Improved system security and stability

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V10.3.8.0.PCOCNXM_378cda9a0b_9.0.zip
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File Name ginkgo_images_V10.3.8.0.PCOCNXM_20191018.0000.00_9.0_cn_6f457d9004.tgz
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V10.3.6.0.PCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 10

Android: 9.0

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  • Other
    • Fix: Errors in the framework led to crashes

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V10.3.6.0.PCOCNXM_36a8a15d18_9.0.zip
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File Name ginkgo_images_V10.3.6.0.PCOCNXM_20190926.0000.00_9.0_cn_41ed71bc5f.tgz
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V10.3.5.0.PCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 10

Android: 9.0

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  • Other
    • Fix: Errors in the framework led to crashes

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V10.3.5.0.PCOCNXM_f0623abc24_9.0.zip
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File Name ginkgo_images_V10.3.5.0.PCOCNXM_20190924.0000.00_9.0_cn_7f0dd8045e.tgz
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V10.3.2.0.PCOCNXM

OS: MIUI 10

Android: 9.0

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  • Other
    • Optimized system performance
    • Improved system security and stability

Recovery ROM

File Name miui_GINKGO_V10.3.2.0.PCOCNXM_47241996dd_9.0.zip
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File Name ginkgo_images_V10.3.2.0.PCOCNXM_20190902.0000.00_9.0_cn_081d389897.tgz
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