Xiaomi Redmi 8A Firmware Flash File Download [Stock Rom]

• Device: Xiaomi Redmi 8A
• Firmware: V12.5.3.0.QCPCNXM
• Region: China
• Android: Android 10

Changelog:

Redmi 8A (olivelite) Firmware Changelog & Flashing Expert Notes

This page compiles concise changelog highlights and practical flashing insights for the listed Redmi 8A (codename: olivelite) firmware files. References are collected at the bottom.

🇨🇳 China — olivelite_images_V12.5.3.0.QCPCNXM_20211105.0000.00_10.0_cn_11862639cb.tgz

• • • Version: V12.5.3.0.QCPCNXM
    • Date: 2021-11-05 (fastboot build date in filename)
    • Android: 10
    • Region: China (CN)

Changelog Highlights

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

Flashing Expert Notes & Insights

• • • Official CN build; Google apps are not included—install GApps manually if needed.
    • Stable daily-driver option on MIUI 12.5 for Redmi 8A.
    • Switching from Global/EU to CN may affect OTA eligibility.

🌍 Global — olivelite_global_images_V12.5.2.0.QCPMIXM_20211025.0000.00_10.0_global_213ef1784d.tgz

• • • Version: V12.5.2.0.QCPMIXM
    • Date: 2021-10-25
    • Android: 10
    • Region: Global (MI)

Changelog Highlights

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

Flashing Expert Notes & Insights

• • • Includes Google services and wide language support—best for international use.
    • Flashing official Global over Global preserves OTA updates.
    • Good balance of stability and compatibility.

🇮🇩 Indonesia — olivelite_id_global_images_V12.5.3.0.QCPIDXM_20220804.0000.00_10.0_global_f6f399902a.tgz

• • • Version: V12.5.3.0.QCPIDXM
    • Date: 2022-08-04
    • Android: 10
    • Region: Indonesia (ID)

Changelog Highlights

• • • Android security patch updated to August 2022
    • Enhanced system security and stability

Flashing Expert Notes & Insights

• • • Newest build among those listed—best security posture while staying on Android 10.
    • Flashing across regions may disable OTA for your current region channel.
    • Recommended if you prioritize security patches over feature changes.

🇮🇳 India — olivelite_in_global_images_V12.5.2.0.QCPINXM_20211010.0000.00_10.0_in_2070760cb5.tgz

• • • Version: V12.5.2.0.QCPINXM
    • Date: 2021-10-10
    • Android: 10
    • Region: India (IN)

Changelog Highlights

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

Flashing Expert Notes & Insights

• • • Includes Google services and India-specific configs.
    • OTAs remain on the India track when flashed over an Indian build.
    • Solid stable choice for localized use cases.

🇪🇺 EU (Custom) — xiaomi.eu_multi_HM8A_V11.0.10.0.PCPCNXM_v11-9.zip

• • • Version: V11.0.10.0.PCPCNXM (xiaomi.eu)
    • Date: Not embedded in filename (xiaomi.eu builds vary)
    • Android: 9 (Pie)
    • Region: EU community build (based on CN)

Changelog Highlights

• • • Debloated and optimized community build
    • Integrated Google services and multilingual support
    • Extra customization features vs official MIUI

Flashing Expert Notes & Insights

• • • Requires custom recovery (TWRP); cannot be flashed via fastboot.
    • Unofficial—no OTAs from Xiaomi; updates via recovery flash.
    • Android 9 is a downgrade from Android 10; back up and consider ARB implications.

Safety & ARB Notice

• • • • Always back up and verify bootloader status before flashing.
      • Check Anti-Rollback (ARB) index; flashing below your device’s ARB can hard brick.
      • Cross-region flashing can disable regional OTA updates.