8K video is higher resolution video that can be best appreciated on the most advanced television, laptop, and smartphone screens. Samsung S23 is one of the Samsung phones that can record 8K video and I have been using one for a while now.
Only a few of the thousands of smartphone models on sale have the capability to record 8K video. To make things easier for you, I looked at the most recent models spanning 2022 and 2023, and drawn up three different lists of smartphones that can record 8K video – the very latest (released in 2023), the list of all models, and lastly, the budget list.
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2023 Phones That Can Record 8K Video
This list covers phones that can record 8K video that were released in 2023 only. They are the very latest. And you will find both premium flagship and budget models listed here. This list is for you if you want a model that was released this year.
- Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: this is the best phone for 8K video recording from Samsung, so if you are looking for the best option, just buy this.
- Samsung Galaxy S23+
- Samsung Galaxy S23 (read our S23 review)
- Samsung Galaxy Fold5
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- Xiaomi 14
- Xiaomi 14 Pro
- Xiaomi Poco F5 Pro
- Xiaomi Redmi K70
- Xiaomi Redmi K70 Pro
- Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- ZTE nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
- ZTE nubia Red Magic 9 Pro+
- vivo X100 Pro
- Meizu 21
All Phones That Can Record 8K Video
Now, if you want a premium flagship phone that can record 8k video, and you don’t mind whether it is this year’s model or last year’s or even from as far back as 2020, this list presents you with all the available options to pick from.
- Asus ZenFone 7
- Asus ZenFone 8
- Asus ZenFone 9
- Legion Duel 2
- LG V60 ThinQ
- Motorola Edge 30 Ultra
- Nubia Z20
- OnePlus 9
- OnePlus 10 Pro
- OnePlus 11
- Poco F5 Pro
- Redmi K30 Pro
- Redmi K40
- Redmi K60
- Redmi K70
- Redmi K70 Pro
- ROG Phone 3
- ROG Phone 5
- ROG Phone 6
- ROG Phone 7
- Samsung Galaxy Note 20
- Samsung Galaxy S20
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus
- Samsung Galaxy S21
- Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus
- Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy S22
- Samsung Galaxy S23
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Vivo X Fold
- Vivo X50
- Vivo X60
- Vivo X100 Pro
- Xiaomi 11T
- Xiaomi 12
- Xiaomi 13
- Xiaomi 14
- Xiaomi 14 Pro
- Xiaomi Mi 10
- Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra
- Xiaomi Mi 10T
- Xiaomi Mi 11
- Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
- Xiaomi MIX 4
Budget Phones That Can Record 8K Video
If you want a smartphone that can do 8K video recording without wanting to spend more than about five hundred dollars, you are currently out of luck as at November 2023. Why? They don’t exist yet. Only premium flagship smartphones have 8k video recording for now. Eventually, the technology will trickle down to the more budget-centric mid-range.
8K video recording: 24 fps vs 30 fps
The available frame rates for 8K video are:
- 24 fps: This is the standard frame rate for cinematic movies and some high-end smartphone cameras, such as the Samsung Galaxy S20 and S23 series.
- 25 fps: This is the standard frame rate for PAL television systems and some cameras.
- 30 fps: This is the standard frame rate for NTSC television systems and some cameras, such as the Samsung Galaxy S23 series and the Xiaomi Redmi K60 Pro.
- 15 fps: This is the lowest frame rate for 8K video and it is only supported by some gaming phones, such as the ZTE nubia Red Magic 3s.
However, not all 8K videos have the same quality, as there are other factors that affect the video performance, such as the bitrate, the color depth, the dynamic range, and the stabilization.
What was the first phone with 8K video recording?
The first smartphone with 8K video recording was the ZTE nubia Red Magic 3s, released in February 2019. It records at 8K@30fps.
Is 8K video the best quality?
8K video is the highest resolution currently available for smartphones, but it is not necessarily the best quality in all aspects. There are many factors that affect the quality of a video, such as the camera sensor, the lens, the color, the dynamic range, the bitrate, the frame rate, and the format. 8K video has the advantage of capturing more detail and allowing more flexibility in cropping and reframing, but it also has some drawbacks, such as:
- File size: 8K video requires a lot of storage space and processing power, which can limit the recording time and drain the battery faster.
- Compatibility: 8K video is not widely supported by most devices and platforms, which means you may need to downscale or convert it to a lower resolution for playback or sharing.
- Overheating: 8K video generates a lot of heat, which can cause some smartphones to overheat and shut down the camera or reduce the performance.
Therefore, 8K video is not always the best choice for every situation. Depending on your needs and preferences, you may find that 4K or even 1080p video can offer better quality and convenience for your smartphone videos. You can learn more about the pros and cons of 8K video from the web search results I found for you.
I hope this article has helped you understand 8K video recording better and also helped you with shopping for a 8k smartphone. All the best, and let me know if I can answer any questions you may have.