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Fimi X8 SE 2020 Review | 97 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260Max flight time:35 minVideo resolution:4K/30 fpsMax transmission distance:8 km

Fimi X8 SE 2020 Review: Compare 97 technical specifications and 20 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Drones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.4

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the drone's quality, based on technical analyses and grades from independent expert reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best drones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 72% of models
Score components

85%

7.2

Technical score

15%

8.5

Review score ( 4 · 16)

Review score 15% · 8.5 · based on 20 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 15%, technical score 85%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades.
â–²Better than 72% of drones
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components

26%

8.1

Flight

24%

7.0

Camera

20%

6.7

Safety

16%

6.0

Connectivity

14%

7.8

Battery & Design

â–²Better than 69% of drones
8.5

Review score

Review score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Grades by review (20)
4 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 16 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 1
✓ explicit
1

9.4%

8.4

notenoughtech.com

Video reviews 8

4.7%

9.0

NotEnoughTECH

4.7%

9.0

Open Circuit RC & Tech

4.7%

9.0

Dustin Dunnill

4.7%

9.0

Drone Camps RC

4.7%

9.0

Bill The Drone Reviewer

4.7%

8.0

Xavier Arthur

2.4%

9.0

FlyZone FPV

2.4%

9.0

Air Photography

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 78% of drones
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Technical Specifications of drone Fimi X8 SE 2020

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the drone's technical performance, covering key areas such as flight performance, camera quality, transmission, safety features, battery life, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare drones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components:

26%

8.1

Flight

24%

7.0

Camera

20%

6.7

Safety

16%

6.0

Connectivity

14%

7.8

Battery & Design

7.2
Review score
Review score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 15% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 4 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Grades by review (20)
4 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 16 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 15%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 1
✓ explicit
1

9.4%

8.4

notenoughtech.com

Video reviews 8

4.7%

9.0

NotEnoughTECH

4.7%

9.0

Open Circuit RC & Tech

4.7%

9.0

Dustin Dunnill

4.7%

9.0

Drone Camps RC

4.7%

9.0

Bill The Drone Reviewer

4.7%

8.0

Xavier Arthur

2.4%

9.0

FlyZone FPV

2.4%

9.0

Air Photography

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
5.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the drone.
When it matters
When you prefer to choose a drone reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Popularity:
Fimi X8 SE 2020 has a popularity score of 5.1 points, which is lower than that of 59.4% of products in this category.
5.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the drone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a drone with a good balance between flight quality, camera features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components:

60%

7.4

Overall score

40%

9.2

Price

7.9
Max flight time
35 min
Max flight time
35 min
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <8 min – >40 min
This drone has a max flight time of 35 min, longer than 81% of drones and equal to 2% of drones.
Max flight distance
8 km
Max flight distance
8 km
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
This drone has a max flight distance of 8 km, farther than 70.2% of drones and equal to 1.1% of drones.
Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
Max flight speed
18 m/s
Max flight speed
18 m/s
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
This drone has a max flight speed of 18 m/s, faster than 68.4% of drones and equal to 8.2% of drones.
Max wind resistance
13.89 m/s
Max wind resistance
13.89 m/s
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
This drone has max wind resistance of 13.89 m/s, higher than 92.8% of drones.
Value may include conversion from Beaufort-scale rating to m/s.
Max service ceiling (ASL)
5,000 m
Max service ceiling (ASL)
5,000 m
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <120 m – >6k m
This drone has a max service ceiling of 5,000 m, higher than 67.9% of drones and equal to 10.5% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Video resolution
4K/30 fps
Video resolution
4K/30 fps
â–² Better than 58% of models
This drone records video at 4K/30 fps, higher than 58.4% of drones and equal to 20.3% of drones.
4K camera
yes
4K camera
yes
â–² Better than 46% of models
This drone supports 4K video. 46% of drones support 4K video.
Sensor size
1/2.6"
Sensor size
1/2.6"
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This drone has a sensor size of 1/2.6", smaller than 67.6% of drones and equal to 0.9% of drones.
Main camera megapixels
12 MP
Main camera megapixels
12 MP
â–¼ Worse than 42% of models
Market range: <2 MP – >48 MP
This drone has a main camera resolution of 12 MP, higher than 41.3% of drones and equal to 16.7% of drones.
Max movie bitrate
100 Mbps
Max movie bitrate
100 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <40 Mbps – >180 Mbps
This drone has a max movie bitrate of 100 Mbps, higher than 30.3% of drones and equal to 29% of drones.
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What reviewers say
Obstacle detection
no
Obstacle detection
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This drone does not support obstacle detection. 31% of drones support obstacle detection.
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
Return to Home (RTH)
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This drone supports Return-to-Home (RTH). 33% of drones support Return-to-Home (RTH).
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 35% of models
This drone supports GPS. 35.3% of drones support GPS.
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
GNSS systems supported
GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
â–² Better than 67% of models
This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou GNSS systems, which are more comprehensive than those of 67.3% and the same as those of 1%.
Obstacle sensing directions
downward
Obstacle sensing directions
downward
â–² Better than 57% of models
This drone senses obstacles in downward directions, which is more comprehensive than that of 57.3% and the same as that of 12.1%.
Only downward positioning/landing sensing is explicitly supported.
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What reviewers say
Max transmission distance
8 km
Max transmission distance
8 km
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
This drone has a max transmission distance of 8 km, farther than 70.4% of drones and equal to 1% of drones.
Transmission latency
220 ms
Transmission latency
220 ms
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
This drone has transmission latency of 220 ms, higher than 87.3% of drones and equal to 5.6% of drones.
Video transmission system
TDMA
Video transmission system
TDMA
â–² Better than 68% of models
This drone uses TDMA for video transmission, which is more advanced than the system used by 68.2%.
Live view quality
720p@30 fps
Live view quality
720p@30 fps
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
This drone offers live view quality of 720p@30 fps, lower-quality than 56.8% of drones and equal to 22.9% of drones.
Remote control
yes
Remote control
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This drone has a handheld remote controller. 5% of drones offer this.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
4,500 mAh
Battery capacity
4,500 mAh
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
This drone has a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh, larger than 84.5% of drones and equal to 1.6% of drones.
Battery energy
51.3 Wh
Battery energy
51.3 Wh
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
This drone has battery energy of 51.3 Wh, higher than 78.2% of drones and equal to 1.8% of drones.
Charging time
120 min
Charging time
120 min
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <55 min – >180 min
This drone charges in 120 min, slower than 65% of drones and equal to 11.3% of drones.
Weight
765 g
Weight
765 g
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Market range: <80 g – >920 g
This drone weighs 765 g, heavier than 82% of drones and equal to 0.5% of drones.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This drone has a removable battery. 0.5% of drones have a removable battery.
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Fimi X8 SE 2020 vs the average drone

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  • 15 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    35 min
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (35 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    35 min vs 20 min
  • 3.19 m/s higher wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    13.89 m/s
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles stronger wind than the average drone (13.9 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    Value may include conversion from Beaufort-scale rating to m/s.
    13.89 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, D-Log, F-Log, HLG, HDR
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    This drone supports Normal, D-Log, F-Log, HLG, HDR color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, D-Log, F-Log, HLG, HDR vs Normal
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • 2,300 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,500 mAh
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (4500 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 7 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    8 km
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (8 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
    8 km vs 1 km
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC vs H.264/AVC
  • 12.1% better value for money
    Fimi X8 SE 2020 has better value for money than the average drone (7.91 vs 7.1).
    7.91 vs 7.06
  • 15 min longer flight time
    Max flight time
    35 min
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <8 min – >40 min
    This drone offers longer max flight time than the average drone (35 min vs 20 min). The average drone offers 20 min of max flight time.
    35 min vs 20 min
  • 3.19 m/s higher wind resistance
    Max wind resistance
    13.89 m/s
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <3.3 m/s – >12 m/s
    This drone handles stronger wind than the average drone (13.9 m/s vs 10.7 m/s). The average drone handles wind up to 10.7 m/s.
    Value may include conversion from Beaufort-scale rating to m/s.
    13.89 m/s vs 10.7 m/s
  • 7 km longer flight distance
    Max flight distance
    8 km
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >24 km
    This drone has a longer max flight distance than the average drone (8 km vs 1 km). The average drone can fly up to 1 km.
    Maximum range varies by region (for example FCC vs CE).
    8 km vs 1 km
  • 3 m/s faster flight speed
    Max flight speed
    18 m/s
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <4 m/s – >21 m/s
    This drone reaches a higher max flight speed than the average drone (18 m/s vs 15 m/s). The average drone reaches 15 m/s.
    18 m/s vs 15 m/s
  • 1,500 m higher service ceiling
    Max service ceiling (ASL)
    5,000 m
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <120 m – >6k m
    This drone can fly at a higher max service ceiling than the average drone (5000 m vs 3500 m). The average drone reaches 3500 m.
    5,000 m vs 3,500 m
  • More color profile options
    Color profiles
    Normal, D-Log, F-Log, HLG, HDR
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    This drone supports Normal, D-Log, F-Log, HLG, HDR color profiles, while the average drone supports Normal.
    Normal, D-Log, F-Log, HLG, HDR vs Normal
  • 3 more gimbal axes
    Gimbal axes
    3
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0 – >3
    This drone has more gimbal axes than the average drone (3 vs 0). The average drone has 0 gimbal axes.
    3 vs 0
  • Supports low-light mode
    Low light mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This drone supports low-light mode, while the average drone does not.
  • More video codec options
    Video codecs supported
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This drone supports H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC video codecs, while the average drone supports H.264/AVC.
    H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC vs H.264/AVC
  • Captures RAW photos
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This drone can capture RAW photos, while the average drone cannot.
  • More advanced stabilization
    Image stabilization type
    3-Axis Mechanical
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This drone uses 3-Axis Mechanical image stabilization, while the average drone uses EIS (Digital).
    3-Axis Mechanical vs EIS (Digital)
  • Richer manual controls
    Manual camera controls
    full
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This drone offers full manual camera controls, while the average drone offers no.
    full vs no
  • Supports slow-motion mode
    Slow-motion mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This drone supports slow-motion mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports HDR mode
    HDR mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This drone supports HDR mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports burst mode
    Burst mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This drone supports burst mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports panorama mode
    Panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This drone supports panorama mode, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports waypoint flight
    Waypoint flight
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This drone supports waypoint flight, while the average drone does not.
  • Supports QuickShots
    QuickShots
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This drone supports QuickShots, while the average drone does not.
  • Weather-sealed design
    Weather sealing (splashproof)
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This drone is weather-sealed, while the average drone is not.
    Advertised as rain-resistant; no official IP rating.
  • 4 more flight modes
    N. of intelligent flight modes
    8
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <0 – >8
    This drone offers more intelligent flight modes than the average drone (8 vs 4). The average drone offers 4 intelligent flight modes.
    Tracking, Waypoint Flight, QuickShots, Hyperlapse, Panorama, Course Lock, Home Lock, SAR
    8 vs 4
  • 3.07x lower takeoff weight
    Max takeoff weight
    765 g
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >1.1k g
    This drone has a lower max takeoff weight than the average drone (765 g vs 249 g). The average drone has a max takeoff weight of 249 g.
    765 g vs 249 g
  • 7 km longer transmission range
    Max transmission distance
    8 km
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <0.05 km – >15 km
    This drone has a longer max transmission distance than the average drone (8 km vs 1 km). The average drone reaches 1 km of transmission distance.
    8 km vs 1 km
  • More polished companion app
    Companion app
    FIMI Navi 2020
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This drone uses the FIMI Navi 2020 companion app, while the average drone uses HS FPV.
    FIMI Navi 2,020 vs HS FPV
  • 2,300 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    4,500 mAh
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <550 mAh – >5k mAh
    This drone has a larger battery capacity than the average drone (4500 mAh vs 2200 mAh). The average drone battery has a capacity of 2200 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 2,200 mAh
  • 34.12 Wh more battery energy
    Battery energy
    51.3 Wh
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <3.7 Wh – >77 Wh
    This drone has higher battery energy than the average drone (51.3 Wh vs 17.18 Wh). The average drone battery has 17.18 Wh of energy.
    51.3 Wh vs 17.18 Wh
  • More modern charging port
    Charging interface
    proprietary
    â–¼ Worse than 42% of models
    This drone uses proprietary for charging, while the average drone uses micro-USB.
    proprietary vs micro-USB
  • 90 ms higher latency
    Transmission latency
    220 ms
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has higher transmission latency than the average drone (220 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    220 ms vs 130 ms
  • 1.2 m worse hover accuracy
    Hover accuracy (horizontal)
    1.5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <0.3 m – >1.4 m
    This drone has worse horizontal hover accuracy than the average drone (1.5 m vs 0.3 m). The average drone has horizontal hover accuracy of 0.3 m.
    1.5 m vs 0.3 m
  • 3.11x higher weight
    Weight
    765 g
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (765 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    765 g vs 246 g
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • Lower live view quality
    Live view quality
    720p@30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This drone has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • 30 min longer charging time
    Charging time
    120 min
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges more slowly than the average drone (120 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    120 min vs 90 min
  • 3 years older release date
    Release date
    2020
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This drone is older than the average drone (2020 vs 2023). The average drone was released in 2023.
    May 2020
    2020 vs 2023
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    4K/30 fps
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    This drone offers lower video resolution than the average drone (4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps). The average drone offers a video resolution of 4K/100 fps.
    4K/30 fps vs 4K/100 fps
  • Narrower tilt range
    Camera tilt range
    -90 to 0 °
    â–¼ Worse than 33% of models
    This drone has a narrower tilt range than the average drone (-90 to 0 ° vs -90 to 20 °).
    -90 to 0 ° vs -90 to 20 °
  • Smaller sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/2.6"
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This drone has a smaller sensor than the average drone (1/2.6" vs 1/2.3"). The average drone uses a sensor of 1/2.3".
    1/2.6" vs 1/2.3"
  • 10 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    80 °
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <79 ° – >130 °
    This drone has a narrower field of view than the average drone (80 ° vs 90 °). The average drone has a field of view of 90 °.
    80 ° vs 90 °
  • 3,200 ISO lower max ISO
    Max ISO
    3,200 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >25.6k ISO
    This drone reaches a lower max ISO than the average drone (3200 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average drone reaches 6400 ISO.
    3,200 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • Lower photo resolution
    Photo resolution
    4000 x 3000 px
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This drone offers lower photo resolution than the average drone (4000x3000 px vs 4096x3072 px). The average drone offers a photo resolution of 4096x3072 px.
    4000x3000 px vs 4096x3072 px
  • 1.2 m worse hover accuracy
    Hover accuracy (horizontal)
    1.5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <0.3 m – >1.4 m
    This drone has worse horizontal hover accuracy than the average drone (1.5 m vs 0.3 m). The average drone has horizontal hover accuracy of 0.3 m.
    1.5 m vs 0.3 m
  • No POI mode
    POI mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This drone does not support POI mode, while the average drone does.
  • Fewer GNSS systems
    GNSS systems supported
    GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This drone supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou GNSS systems, while the average drone supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou.
    GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou vs GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • No headless mode
    Headless mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This drone does not support headless mode, while the average drone does.
  • 90 ms higher latency
    Transmission latency
    220 ms
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <100 ms – >220 ms
    This drone has higher transmission latency than the average drone (220 ms vs 130 ms). The average drone has transmission latency of 130 ms.
    220 ms vs 130 ms
  • Lower live view quality
    Live view quality
    720p@30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This drone has worse live view quality than the average drone (720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps). The average drone offers live view quality of 1080p@25 fps.
    720p@30 fps vs 1080p@25 fps
  • More basic transmission system
    Video transmission system
    TDMA
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This drone uses TDMA for video transmission, while the average drone uses SkyLink 2.0.
    TDMA vs SkyLink 2.0
  • No wireless file transfer
    Wireless file transfer
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This drone does not support wireless file transfer, while the average drone does.
  • More basic controller
    Controller model
    YKQ02A5
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This drone uses the YKQ02A5 controller, while the average drone uses LiteRadio 4 SE.
    YKQ2A5 vs LiteRadio 4 SE
  • 3.11x higher weight
    Weight
    765 g
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <80 g – >920 g
    This drone is heavier than the average drone (765 g vs 246 g). The average drone weighs 246 g.
    765 g vs 246 g
  • 30 min longer charging time
    Charging time
    120 min
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <55 min – >180 min
    This drone charges more slowly than the average drone (120 min vs 90 min). The average drone charges in 90 min.
    120 min vs 90 min
  • 33.5 mm taller body height
    Height
    96 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <38 mm – >120 mm
    This drone is taller than the average drone (96 mm vs 62.5 mm). The average drone is 62.5 mm tall.
    96 mm vs 62.5 mm
  • Plainer color finish
    Color
    white, gray
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This drone comes in white, gray, while the average drone comes in gray.
    white, gray vs gray

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
NotEnoughTECH
≈ estimated
16/09/2021
Long-term review · six months of flying as a beginner
Verdict
Fimi X8 SE 2020 is a solid first drone for beginners, as long as you spend time learning the controls.
8.0
Xavier Arthur
≈ estimated
02/04/2021
Feature test · orbit and zoom modes in light rain
Verdict
Fimi X8 SE 2020 is fun and capable for the price, handles light rain well, but needs careful flying.
9.0
Open Circuit RC & Tech
≈ estimated
13/01/2021
Hands-on test · firmware update and precision landing
Verdict
Fimi X8 SE 2020 is a solid performer with precise return-to-home landings, though horizon tilt still occasionally shows.
9.0
Dustin Dunnill
≈ estimated
18/10/2020
Full flight test · tracking, battery and camera
Verdict
Fimi X8 SE 2020 is a worthwhile buy, with a much better camera than before, though tracking still has quirks.
9.0
Drone Camps RC
≈ estimated
07/10/2020
Full review · comparison with 2019 model and flights
Verdict
Fimi X8 SE 2020 is clearly worth buying over the 2019 model, with better colour, close-up detail and flight time.
9.0
Bill The Drone Reviewer
≈ estimated
23/07/2020
Detailed review · several flights, camera and firmware
Verdict
Fimi X8 SE 2020 is excellent value for a hobbyist drone with a great camera, though landing and smart modes need work.
9.0
FlyZone FPV
≈ estimated
18/10/2020
Setup tutorial · unboxing and app setup, no flights
Verdict
Fimi X8 SE 2020 impressed with its build quality and feels like a far pricier model.
9.0
Air Photography
≈ estimated
15/09/2020
First flight · first impressions and return-to-home test
Verdict
Fimi X8 SE 2020 flies and films impressively for the price, though the tilted horizon needs fixing.
Hands-on video, no verdict
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Based on 4 · 21

Easy controls, good images and a fair price earn praise, but no obstacle sensing and reliability doubts hold it back.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.4
notenoughtech.com
✓ explicit
16/09/2021
Review · Beginner-friendly drone
Verdict
Fimi X8 SE 2020 suits beginners with its Beginner mode and Return Home, but its 4K footage can look upscaled and it has no obstacle sensors.
9.0
drohnen.de
≈ estimated
12/02/2019
Overview · Foldable 4K camera drone
Verdict
Fimi X8 SE 2020 is a foldable 4K drone with 35-minute flights and a 10 km range, but it has no obstacle avoidance.
8.0
hubertaile-drones.fr
≈ estimated
09/08/2020
Review · Compact 4K camera drone
Verdict
Fimi X8 SE 2020 is a compact drone with a steady 3-axis gimbal and 35-minute flights, but it has no obstacle avoidance and its low-light footage is grainy.
7.0
dronezine.it
≈ estimated
31/01/2020
Review · Wind-resistant 4K drone
Verdict
Fimi X8 SE 2020 weighs 765g, flies for 35 minutes and resists strong wind, but it has no obstacle avoidance and reportedly loses focus in cold weather.

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What we like about Fimi X8 SE 2020

  • Competitive price point offering high-end features at a fraction of the cost of competitors
  • Strong flight performance with stability in winds and a top speed up to 65km/h
  • Impressive 8km (5-mile) transmission range for reliable live feeds
  • Comprehensive suite of intelligent flight modes, including smart tracking and waypoints
  • Excellent precision landing feature that uses a downward camera to lock onto launch pads
  • Versatile controller design that supports both smartphones and small tablets like the iPad Mini

What we don't like about Fimi X8 SE 2020

  • Complete lack of obstacle avoidance sensors, requiring cautious manual piloting
  • Actual flight time often falls short of the advertised 35 minutes, typically ranging from 25 to 28 minutes
  • Camera issues reported by some users, including fixed-focus lenses being out of focus from the factory
  • App quirks such as video quality settings resetting to medium every time the app is launched
  • Difficult micro SD card removal, often requiring tweezers for those with short nails
  • Customer support and RMA processes can be difficult, often requiring shipping back to China at the user's expense

Verdict

The Fimi X8 SE 2020 is a foldable 4K drone featuring a 1/2.6-inch Sony CMOS sensor capable of capturing 12MP HDR photos and 4K UHD video at 30fps with a 100Mbps bitrate. It boasts a maximum flight time of 35 minutes and an 8km transmission range, supported by a 3-axis mechanical gimbal for stable footage and a wind resistance of up to 50km/h. Key pros include its high portability, budget-friendly price point compared to rivals, and diverse intelligent flight modes like Cine Shot, smart tracking, and 3x digital zoom. However, main cons include the absence of obstacle avoidance sensors and a relatively heavy weight of 765g, which requires registration in many regions.

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