Replacement of the screen on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T: prices 2026, where cheaper and how not to run into fraud

Why the Redmi Note 8T screen breaks more often than others and how much it costs to fix

Xiaomi Redmi Note Smartphone 8T came out 2019 It's still one of the most popular budget devices in the aftermarket, and its main advantage is the price-performance ratio: 6.3-inch IPS-resolution-screen 2340×1080, Snapdragon processor 665 and a capacious battery 4000 But the model has a weak spot, a fragile display that cracks even from minor impacts. According to service centers, one in three Redmi Notes is a slim display. 8T It comes for repairs because of a broken screen.

If you're reading this, your smartphone is probably already affected, and the big question is how much it will cost to replace the screen and where to do it. Prices range from 3,000 to 12,000 rubles depending on the type of display, region and status of the workshop. In this article, we'll look at all the nuances, from the differences between the original and Chinese screens to how to check the quality of the repair after the replacement.

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When replacing the screen, you will be offered a choice of three types of displays:

• 🔹 Original (OEM) — It's made in the same factory as the screen on your smartphone, and it's 100% compatible, but it costs the most.
• 🔹 High quality analogue (A)+) — Chinese displays from proven manufacturers (e.g. Tianma or Tianma) BOE). Quality is close to the original, but the price is lower by 30-50%.
• 🔹 The low-cost counterpart (Copy) is cheap, simplified-build displays that can have color, sensor, or backlight problems.

Which one to choose? It depends on the budget and the requirements.

Tip: if you plan to use a smartphone for another 1-2 years, take an analogue of A+. It will justify the investment. If the phone is "to throw away" - you can save on the budget option, but be prepared to compromise.

The cost of replacing the screen in 2026: a comparison of prices by region

Repair prices depend not only on the type of screen, but also on where you live: in Moscow and St. Petersburg, the service is more expensive by 20-30% than in the regions.

• 📍 Moscow and MO: 5,000 - 11,000 ₽ (original ₽)
• 📍 St. Petersburg: 4,800 – 10,500 ₽
• 📍 Regions (millions): 4,000 – 9,000 ₽
• 📍 Small towns: 3,500 – 7,500 ₽ (The risk of poor quality service is higher)

Note: Xiaomi officially replaces screen in the capital service centers for 9,900 – 11,900 ₽ (In private workshops the price is lower, but the warranty is usually 1-3 months.

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Before repairing, check if your Redmi Note 8T has an extended bank warranty (if you bought on credit).

Where to change the screen: service center vs private workshop

The choice between official service and a garage master is always a compromise between price, speed and quality, and let's look at the pros and cons of each option:

🔧 Official Xiaomi Service Center

• ✅ Work and parts warranty (usually 6 months)
• ✅ Original components
• ✅ Diagnosis before repair (check if the fee is damaged)

Cons: high price, long wait (3 to 7 days), sometimes refuse to take phones with severe deformation of the case.

🔧 Private workshop

• ✅ Price down 20 to 40%
• ✅ Quick repairs (1–2 hours)
• ✅ You can negotiate a discount or bonus (for example, a free replacement of the glass on the camera)

Cons: the risk of running into a poor-quality screen or an unscrupulous master, the warranty is short (or there is no warranty at all).

If you choose a private workshop, avoid those who:

• 🚩 Refusing to show the spare part before installation
• 🚩 He says, "We only guarantee work, not screen time"
• 🚩 Offers a price much lower than the market (probably the cheapest Copy screen ever sold)

How long does it take to replace the screen on the Redmi Note 8T?

The repair period depends on the type of workshop and the availability of spare parts:

• ⏱️ Private workshop: 1-3 hours (if screen is available) If you need to order a spare part - 1-2 days.
• ⏱️ Xiaomi official service: 3-7 days (due to queues and bureaucracy) In some cities there is a quick repair in 1 day, but it is more expensive.
• ⏱️ Self-substitution: 2-4 hours (if you have the experience and tools) without skills, you can spend a whole day and ruin the plumes.

Important: if the repairman says it will take more than 3 days (in a private workshop) or 10 days (in official service), this is a reason to be wary.

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The fastest option is a private workshop with a screen in stock, but if you're interested in a warranty, you'd better wait and give the phone to the official service.

Can I replace the screen with the Redmi Note 8T?

Technically, yes, but it's risky.

1. Buy a new display (price from 2,500) ₽ Copy to 7,000 ₽ A+).
2. Buy tools: plastic blades, sucker, screwdriver T3, dryer for softening glue.
3. Remove the old screen, disconnect the plumes, install a new one and glue it to a double-sided tape or B-7000 glue.

The difficulties you will face:

• 🔧 Risk of damaging battery or camera plumes (they are very fragile).
• 🔧 New screen may not work due to poor plume contact.
• 🔧 After replacement, there may be “dead zones” on the sensor or problems with autobrightness.

New display (check compatibility with the M1908C3XG)

A set of plastic shoulder blades and a suction cup

T3 screwdriver and tweezers

Dryer for softening glue (or a special station)

Double-sided Scotch or B-7000 glue

Alcoholic wipes for cleaning the body

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If you're doing it yourself, check out YouTube video guides (like the Repair Universe channel), but remember that 70 percent of the time, after a handicraft screen change, Redmi Note 8T owners turn to the service to fix the consequences.

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If you've never disassembled smartphones, practice on an old, unnecessary phone.The Redmi Note 8T has a brittle design - one bug can cause the motherboard to break.

What to do after changing the screen: check and set up

After the repair, do not rush out of the workshop.

1. Sensor performance: Walk your finger across the screen, check the touch (for example, in a game or sensor test in Settings → About Phone → All settings → Test).
2. Color rendering: Compare it to another phone (no yellow or greenish tint).
3. Brightness and autobrightness: Turn on adaptive backlighting and check if the screen is responsive to changing lighting.
4. Camera and speakers: sometimes when changing the screen, the wizard is touched by the plumes, which stops working front camera or lower speaker.

If you notice problems, demand a free repair warranty. Xiaomi official service gives you 6 months to do this, in private workshops - usually 1-3 months.

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After changing the screen, reset the color calibration settings: go to Settings → Display → Colors and select the default mode.

FAQ: Frequent questions about screen replacement on Redmi Note 8T