
In 2013, under the name Redmi, Xiaomi launched affordable smartphones with budget features. Since then, Redmi products have become so in demand that today it is a standalone company with its own phones.
Technically, the Redmi brand is still owned by Xiaomi and is a subsidiary, so for many, these names are indivisible. However, under the Redmi brand, independent devices with their own positioning come out, so it would be right to consider Xiaomi and Redmi phones separately. All smartphones of the company can be divided into three lines:
- Redmi is the entry level.
- Redmi Note is middle class.
- Redmi K – flagships.
The Redmi K line is not presented on the official website of the company in Russia, but you can still buy them without much effort. In this roundup, we will highlight the best Redmi smartphones to choose in 2021.
- 1 Best budget models
- 1.1 Redmi 10
- 1.2 Redmi 7
- 1.3 Redmi 9C NFC
- 1.4 Redmi 9 NFC
- 1.5 Redmi Note 7
- 1.6 Redmi 9T NFC
- 1.7 Redmi Note 9
- 2 Best mid-range models
- 2.1 Redmi Note 10
- 2.2 Redmi Note 9T
- 2.3 Redmi Note 8 Pro
- 2.4 Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 2.5 Redmi Note 10 Pro
- 3 Best Expensive Smartphones
- 3.1 Redmi K20 Pro
- 3.2 Redmi K30 Ultra
- 3.3 Redmi K40 Pro
The best budget models
Redmi 10
- Display: 6.5 inch 2400*1080
- Processor: MediaTek Helio G88, up to 2 GHz
- Memory (RAM/ROM): 4/6 GB, 64/128 GB
- Camera (main/ frontal): 50+8+2+2 MP / 8 MP
- Battery: 5000 mAh
Redmi 10 is a novelty of the summer season 2021, which promises to win a leading position among budget smartphones for the next 12 months.
Equipped with best-in-class 50MP camera, 90Hz FHD+ screen, powerful processor and durable battery, as well as NFC and separate tray for memory cards. And all this at a price less than 15 thousand rubles!
The smartphone has practically no drawbacks - you can only find fault with the modest video recording capabilities. Otherwise, this offer is the best value for money.
Pros:
- Best in class camera.
- Nice design.
- Good autonomy.
- Separate tray for SIM and memory cards.
Weaknesses:
- Doesn't work very well with video.
Redmi 7
- Display: 6.26 inch, 1520*720
- Processor: Snapdragon 632, up to 1.8GHz
- Memory (RAM/ROM): 2/3/4 GB, 16/32/64 GB
- Camera (rear/front): 12+2 MP / 8 MP
- Battery: 4000mAh
Redmi 7 is a very popular model that was released at the beginning of 2019. It remains in demand among buyers today. However, for the same money you can buy more interesting devices, but still the phone is not bad.
It has a fairly powerful processor, good autonomy, good looks, and the body is splashproof. The display here is with HD resolution, it was covered with Gorilla Glass 5. The model offers several memory modifications, has a separate slot for a memory card, and it also takes good pictures, despite the fact that the cameras are modest in terms of numbers.
There is also a newer Redmi 8 on the market, it costs almost the same, has a more modest processor, but wins in battery capacity, pleases with the presence of Type-C and fast charging, And he has a beautiful pattern on the body.
Advantages:
- Good camera.
- Autonomy.
- Good looks.
- Performance.
- Non-combination tray.
Weaknesses:
- Low screen brightness.
- Overpriced for a rather old device.
REDMI 9C NFC
- Display: 6.53 inches, 1600 * 720
- Processor: Helio G35, up to 2.3 GHz
- Memory (RAM / ROM): 2/3 GB, 32/64 GB
- Chamber (Main / Frontal): 13 + 2 mp / 5 Mp
- Battery: 5000 mAh
Redmi 9C NFC - This is Budget smartphone, but for its price, the parameters for decent parameters. It has large screen with HD resolution and plastic housing in black, blue or orange.
inside the game processor initial levels and two combinations of memory is hidden. It is better to choose 3/64 GB, as the price difference is small, and more benefits. The drive can be sewed - the tray is uncombed. In addition, the model will delight a good chamber with AI and a capacious battery. A nice bonus will be NFC.
It is possible to complain to the absence of Wi-Fi 5 GHz, the old connector microUSB and a low resolution for a large matrix, but with regard to the price it cannot be considered shortcomings.
Advantages:
- Pretty shouter.
- You can use two SIM and MicroSD.
- Cable Battery.
- Cute colors.
- Contactless payments.
Disadvantages:
- No missing.
REDMI 9 NFC
- Display: 6.53 inches, 2340 * 1080
- Processor: Helio G80, up to 2.0 GHz
- Memory (RAM / ROM): 3/4/6 GB, 32/64/128 GB
- Camera (Basic / Frontal): 13 + 8 + 5 + 2 mp / 8 mp
- Battery: 5020 mAh
REDMI 9 - Example of a strong state employee. It is updated REDMI 7 and 8, but if the 8-ka has become worse than in performance on the background of 7-ki, then the 9-ka looks more interesting option in comparison with both predecessors.
It has a fairly powerful game processor and provides several memory modifications. In this case, the main memory is expanding without prejudice to the use of with two sim.
In addition to good performance, this device offers an FHD display, a plastic body with a textured surface that does not collect fingerprints. The smartphone also pleases with autonomy - even with active loads it lasts for 1.5 days of use, while charging fast 18 watts. Just keep in mind that the kit includes a 10 W power supply, so you will have to take care of buying a more powerful one.
The camera looks quite decent too - the pictures are good not only during the day, but also at night. The presence of NFC and USB-C completes the positive picture, but Wi-Fi still does not support 5 GHz.
Advantages:
- Excellent display quality.
- Case with non-marking surface.
- High performance.
- Non-combination tray.
- Fast charge.
- Large battery.
- Good camera.
Weaknesses:
- No Wi-Fi 5 GHz.
- 10 W power supply included.
Redmi Note 7
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- Display: 6.3 inch, 2340*1080
- Processor: Snapdragon 660, up to 2.2 GHz
- Memory (RAM/ROM): 3/4 GB, 32/64/128 GB
- Camera (Rear/Front): 48+5 MP / 13 MP
- Battery: 4000 mAh
Redmi Note 7 is another 2019 model that is selling well in 2021 even with strong competition.
The first thing that attracts attention in the phone is its appearance. Today, plastic is a common phenomenon even for devices with a price tag of under 30 thousand, here you can get a beautiful glass case, however, the frame is still plastic. The device is available in white, black, blue and red. Pleases in the phone and the screen. For a diagonal of 6.3 inches, FHD resolution is what you need. Few devices under 15 thousand rubles can boast the same.
The hardware is built on the old but still nimble Snapdragon 660 processor, and the memory is available in several modifications. The battery is average, but confidently lasts a day, and fast charging makes use more convenient. Charges Note 7 via USB-C. The camera does not have a huge set of sensors, but they take pictures with dignity.
Advantages:
- Beautiful glass case.
- Bright colors of design.
- Small sizes.
- Quality display.
- Good cameras.
- High autonomy and fast charging.
Disadvantages:
- No NFC.
- Combined tray.
REDMI 9T NFC
- Display: 6.53 inches, 2340 * 1080
- Processor: Snapdragon 662, up to 2.0 GHz
- Memory (RAM / ROM): 4 GB, 64/128 GB
- Chamber (Basic / Frontal): 48 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP / 8 MP
- Battery: 6000 mAh
REDMI 9T - the newest and grain version of the 9th. The model again received Qualcomm chipset, has a large supply of memory and it has a very capacious battery with 6000 mAh. It is charging through USB-C with a quick charge of 18 W. Improved in the device and camera. Now the main sensor is 48 megapixel, and the standard set of modules helps it - to assess the depth, wide-angle shooting and macro. The changes affected the block design - it is stylized under more expensive devices.
The hull itself is made of plastic, has a textured surface that makes the device less non-slip and eliminates the appearance of fingerprints. He moved a finger scanner - now it is located in the power button, which, according to many, is the most convenient place.
Among the pleasant moments - NFC (only in the version for the Russian Federation), stereo-speakers, protection against splashes, Wi-Fi 5 GHz.
Advantages:
- Good cameras.
- Very long work from the battery.
- Non-Combined Tray.
- Stereo sounds.
- Many bright decoration colors.
Disadvantages:
- Dark display.
REDMI NOTE 9
- Display: 6.53 inches, 2340 * 1080
- Processor: Helio G85, up to 2.0 GHz
- Memory (RAM / ROM): 3/4 GB, 64/128 GB
- Chamber (Basic / Frontal): 48 + 8 + 2 + 2 mp / 13 mp
- Battery: 5020 mAh
If there is a little money, but I want the game smartphone, then a good solution will be Note 9. It has a plastic case in four colors and Gorilla Glass 5 on the FHD display. The front camera here was placed in a neat opening in the corner of the screen, so the device visually looks modern.
The Helio G85 game processor is used as a filling, it is easier than Note 8 Pro, but still quite powerful, and for its price it looks great. Memory in two modifications, it is better to choose 4/128 GB, however, for a permanent drive extension MicroSD - separate slot.
There are decent cameras, NFC, fast charging for a capacious battery and spray protection. The model was released with a slogan "All you need" and given the fact that the price tag has decreased from the moment of release, it perfectly characterizes the possibilities of Note 9.
of advantages:
- Powerful.
- Good cameras.
- NFC.
- Changing battery with quick charging.
Disadvantages:
- Version 3/64 GB Very Pensive.
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REDMI NOTE 10
- Display: 6.43 inches, 2400 * 1080
- Processor: Snapdragon 678, up to 2.2 GHz
- Memory (RAM / ROM): 4/6 GB, 64/128 GB
- Chamber (basic / frontal): 48 + 8 + 2 + 2 mp / 13 Mp
- Battery: 5000 Mach
REDMI 10 line was marked at once with four models: 10, 10s, 10 Pro and 10 g, and there are two modifications within it: Own 10 Pro and 10 Pro Mah (almost identical to the international 10 Pro).
REDMI 10 is a very good update of the series. At a price lower than that of older devices of this line, the device is stylized under the flagship Xiaomi devices (it is about the design of the camera) and already attracts attention. The screen has decreased, and the dimensions in general have become more modest, and another matrix used AMOLED.
The novelty has a fresh Snapdragon 678 chipset, which is enough to start games. Memory starts from 4/64 GB, not a separate tray. The battery will delight 33 W charging, it looks good in the device in the device. And the phone has protection against splashes and stereo speakers.
Advantages:
- Excellent performance.
- Fast charging 33 W.
- Good cameras.
- stereo speakers.
- Quality AMOLED screen.
Disadvantages:
- No NFC.
REDMI NOTE 9T
- Display: 6.53 inches, 2340 * 1080
- Processor: Dimensity 800U, up to 2.4 GHz
- Memory (RAM / ROM): 4 GB, 64/128 GB
- Chamber (Basic / Frontal): 48 + 2 + 2 MP / 13 MP
- Battery: 5000 mAh
Note 9t was released later than all devices in this lineup and its main chip - support 5G, which is very cool for its cost. Unfortunately, in Russia these networks are developing extremely slow, but over time it will happen. However, even without this option, the phone is interesting.
He has no other devices in a series of design. The chamber is decorated with a round block and is located in the center. She is here, by the way, triple, but despite the "loss" of the wide-angle sensor removes no worse than the fellow on the line. Plastic case with spray protection and textured surface.
The screen IPS, with a hole for the camera and the closed Gorilla Glass 5. There is in the novel of NFC, USB-C, 3.5. MediaTek processor, differs not only to the support of the 5th generation networks, but also a good performance. The main drive can be expanded by MicroSD, it has a separate slot for it.
Advantages:
- Powerful processor.
- Support 5G.
- Excellent camera.
- Non-Combined Tray.
- Fast charging.
Weaknesses:
- No wide angle lens.
Redmi Note 8 Pro
- Display: 6.53 inch, 2340*1080
- Processor: Helio G90T, up to 2.0 GHz
- Memory (RAM/ROM): 6 GB, 64/128 GB
- Camera (main/ frontal): 64+8+2+2 MP / 20 MP
- Battery: 4500 mAh
Redmi Note 8 Pro was released in 2019 and, in fact, became the first gaming device in the average price tag. In 2021, it's a little behind the competition in that it only has a 60GHz screen, but otherwise it's still a powerful machine.
The model received a Helio G90T gaming processor, which still demonstrates excellent performance and outperforms many competitors in this price tag. There is also liquid cooling, however, the heating of the case during long gaming sessions is still felt. Powering the smartphone is not the most capacious battery by today's standards, but it will provide a day of use, in addition, it has 18W fast charging.
The body is glass, Gorilla Glass 5 front and back, and there are plenty of colors on sale, from boring blues and blacks to bright yellows or emerald greens. The screen here is IPS, although it does not boast of an increased frequency, it will provide an excellent picture. The cameras did not disappoint either, the main sensor is 64 megapixels from Samsung. Wireless modules are presented fully - Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5, NFC and infrared port.
Advantages:
- Powerful processor.
- Excellent cameras.
- Fast charge.
- Beautiful glass case with a streamlined shape.
Weaknesses:
- Heavy.
- Chassis heating in games.
REDMI NOTE 9 PRO
- Display: 6.67 inches, 2340 * 1080
- Processor: SNAPDRAGON 720G, up to 2.3 GHz
- Memory (RAM / ROM): 6 GB, 64/128 GB
- Chamber (main / frontal): 64 + 8 + 5 + 2 MP / 16 MP
- Battery: 5020 Mach
In the Note 9 lineup, four devices came out: directly note 9, 9s, 9 pro and 9t. The first device is the easiest and most inexpensive, but between 9s and 9 Pro differences are not so much. 9s is easier than the camera and the most important difference - no NFC. If this module is not important, then you can take it and will be quite well, but if you want everything right away, then you need to buy a version Pro.
Note 9 Pro received a Qualcomm game processor, a rather large supply of memory and a capacious battery with charging 30 W. It has excellent cameras, there is NFC, IR port, Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth. Unlike the youngest device in the series, the screen has increased here, the housing is glass in front and behind, and even here they added such a pleasant trifle as notification indicator.
Advantages:
- Glass Beautiful Case.
- Powerful chipset.
- Excellent cameras.
- noncombined slot.
- Fast charging of 30 W.
- Big juic display.
- There is an event indicator.
Disadvantages:
- Big and heavy.
REDMI NOTE 10 PRO
- Display: 6.67 inches, 2400 * 1080
- Processor: SNAPDRAGON 732G, up to 2.3 GHz
- Memory (RAM / ROM): 6/8 GB, 64/128 GB
- Chamber (Basic / Frontal): 108 + 8 + 5 + 2 MP / 16 MP
- Battery: 5020 mAh
Note 10 Pro has become more expensive than predecessors in this series, but also the stuffing is closer to the level of subflagmans, which is only worth AMOLED matrix 120 Hz and Camera 108 MP. Not every brand can boast the presence of a model with similar characteristics in the price tag to 30,000 rubles.
Note 10 Pro received a glass case mentioned AMOLED display with an increased update frequency and an improved response of 240 Hz, in addition, it provides support for HDR10. The model works on the Snapdragon 732G - the solution is quite powerful, but rather from the minimum options that could be worthy of looking against the background of other parameters. The reserve of memory is not the biggest, but in general is not bad. I am glad that the tray remained uncombed.
In addition, the device is equipped with stereo speakers, NFC (in the Russian version), quick charging 33 W and spray protection at the case. It looks great on numbers and cameras, but it is worth noting that the model only appeared on sale and users observe some bugs in its work, which will be solved with a lot of probability as updates.
Advantages:
- Screen 120 Hz.
- Good autonomy and fast charging.
- Stereo sound.
- Non-Combined Tray.
- Quite fast.
Disadvantages:
- There are crashes on the camera.
- The approximation sensor is mediaved.
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REDMI K20 Pro
- Display: 6.39 inches, 2340 * 1080
- Processor: SNAPDRAGON 855, up to 2.84 GHz
- Memory (RAM / ROM): 6/8 GB, 64 / 128/256 GB
- Camera (Basic / Frontal): 48 + 13 + 8 Mp / 20 Mp
- Battery: 4000 mAh
Redmi K20 Pro - This is the oldest premium level apparatus released in 2019. However, today its characteristics have enough for any use scenarios, and in view of the price, model and looks very attractive at all.
If we talk about attractiveness, then the device received beautiful colors of the case with patterns, as well as a retractable front, that is, the entire front panel is given under the display. It is here Amoled C FHD resolution and reduced flicker level.
Inside, too, everything is in order - still powerful Snapdragon 855, large memory reserves and branded cooling technology. The smartphone has not the most capacious battery, but it is charging with a quick charge of 27 W.
Advantages:
- Interesting bright appearance.
- Powerful processor.
- Many memory modifications.
- Good cameras.
- Display without cuts and holes.
Disadvantages:
- NFC does not work for everyone.
- No memory card support.
- No stereo speakers.
REDMI K30 ULTRA
- Display: 6.67 inches, 2400 * 1080
- Processor: Dimensity 1000+ 5G, up to 2.6 GHz
- Memory (RAM / ROM): 6/8 GB, 128/256/512 GB
- Camera (Basic / Frontal): 64 + 13 + 5 + 2 mp / 20 mp
- Battery: 4500 mAh
In the K30 line, four models were initially represented: K30, K30 5G, K30 Pro and K30 Pro Zoom Edition. However, speech about the fifth device, later, later and became the most discovered version on the background of previous ones.
This 5G smartphone C with a powerful processor, a large marker margin and an amoled display with a frequency of 120 Hz and low flicker. They took care of cooling here, setting a large heat sink plate, and another device stuffed with sensors that control the temperature. [570! Also, there were stereo speakers, module Wi-Fi 6 and IR port. The housing has a metal frame and glass on both sides.
Important moment! Redmi K30 ULTRA is designed to the Chinese market, so the firmware has only English and Chinese, and Google services are not installed on it. However, the reviews argue that in the presence of some skills, all these nuances are solved, but you still need to know about them.
Advantages:
- Premium design.
- High performance.
- Modern wireless communication modules.
- High-quality low PWM screen.
- Good chambers with optical stabilization.
- Fast charging.
Disadvantages:
- No NFC.
- No MicroSD support.
- The cooling system does not significantly save - in games tangible heating.
REDMI K40 Pro
- Display: 6.67 inches, 2400 * 1080
- Processor: Snapdragon 888, up to 2.84 GHz
- Memory (RAM / ROM): 6/8 GB, 128/256 GB
- Camera (main / frontal): 64 + 8 + 5 mp / 20 Mp
- Battery: 4500 mAh
K40 is the most freshest update of the line. At the moment, three models are presented: K40, K40 Pro and K40 Pro +. There are differences between senior devices in the chambers and the maximum amount of memory. K40 received Snapdragon 870 against 888, which, however, also demonstrates excellent performance results.
Thus, cheap and powerfully - this is the K40, the flagship without unnecessary bellows is K40 Pro, and if the camera is important, then it is important to consider Pro + with the main sensor of 108 megapixel.
Redmi K40 Pro got a design from the flagship series Xiaomi, has a very fast memory and the most powerful processor on the market at the moment. The display has an amoled with HDR10, the renewal frequency of 120 Hz and the sampling frequency 360 Hz. In general, there are many different improvements on the screen, so the brand calls it one of the best on the market. Everything is in order here with cameras, in addition, the smartphone will delight with a complete set of wireless modules and a quick charging 33 W. The sound from it takes stereo speakers with an amplifier.
The cost for the younger version of memory according to the manufacturer's statements will begin from $ 434, that is, about 35,000 rubles. For the declared iron, the proposal is attractive. The model will soon come on sale.
Advantages:
- High-speed memory.
- flagship chipset.
- stereo sound.
- Spray protection.
- Excellent display.
- Modern wireless modules.
Disadvantages:
- The smartphone did not go on sale, so not yet detected.