Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 Review in Quick – Specifications, Features, Availability

Xiaomi as expected on August 25 through an event in China has officially introduced Redmi Note 4 to the world. Through this article we will be going through its official specifications, features that it includes and price through which its available in countries like China, India, Hong Kong, Singapore, Asian, European and other countries as we go through Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 review in quick succession.Xiaomi Redmi Note 4

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4

The Redmi Note 4 is an updated version of the Redmi Note 3 and even though it doesn’t include drastic changes from its predecessor, the Redmi Note 4 will be a popular device until the first quarter of next year. Checkout Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 vs Redmi Note 3 comparison to know what has been changed.

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We got to give it to Xiaomi for pricing Redmi Note 4 aggressively. The 2 GB model with 16 GB built-in storage is priced at 135 USD [Rs 9999 in India] while the 3 GB model with 64 GB storage costs 180 USD.

Storage, Software & Features

With the above paragraph it’s clear that Xiaomi has adopted same technique just as it does with every other Mi phone – availability in two different variants. That’s actually good because apart from storage and RAM size every other specs remains same and with that it finds it place among the budget phone under $120 as well. For a people of budget $200, it will be a straight-forward pick with little or less competition.

From software front we have the latest MIUI 8 build which is customized version based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Fingers-crossed for the Android Nougat update on it.

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It terms of features we have the USB Type-C port replacing the traditional USB 2.0 for charging and data transfer. We also have a fingerprint sensor on the back just below the primary camera.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 Specifications

Display: 5.5 inch 1080 x 1920 pixels 2.5D Curved Glass display
SoC: 64 bit Deca Core Mediatek Helio X20 processor/ Snapdragon 625 in India
2 GB & 3 GB of RAM
GPU: Mali T880
Software:Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow based MIUI 8 OS
Dual SIM: Yes
Main Camera: 13 MP rear camera with LED Flash, Phase Detection, f/2.0 aperture
Front Camera: 5 MP front facing camera, f/2.0 aperture
Front LED Flash: No
Storage: 16 GB & 64 GB Internal + Micro SD card slot
Connectivity: 4G LTE, 3G HSPA+, Bluetooth v4.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, WiFi tether
Battery: 4100 mAh Li-Polymer battery
Dimensions, Weight: 151 mm x 76 mm x 8.35 mm, 175 grams
Features: aGPS, FM Radio, 3.5 mm audio jack, USB Type-C, USB OTG
Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, Gravity Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Light Sensor

Pros

  • Deca core processor promises faster speed
  • Very good battery backup
  • Advanced features

Cons

Battery is non-removable

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This smartphone will compete with following handsets already available in the market –

  • Samsung Galaxy J2 2016
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  • Motorola Moto G4 Plus

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 Price in India, Availability Info

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 is available in China right now at following pricing –

  • Standard Edition [2 GB with 16 GB storage] costs 899 Yuan
  • High-end Edition [3 GB with 64 GB storage] costs 1199 Yuan

Launch in India is available in India from January 2017 from Flipkart at following pricing models –

  • Redmi Note 4 2 GB with 32 GB model – Rs 9,999
  • Redmi Note 4 3 GB with 32 GB model – Rs 10,999
  • Redmi Note 4 4 GB with 64 GB model – Rs 12,999

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 Flash Sales

Sadly, this phone will be again sold in India in terms of flash sales happening every week. The first Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 flash sale is on January 23, at Flipkart.

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So are you looking forward to purchase the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 smartphone?

Preethi Khetani: Preethi Khetani is a well known women Blogger from India. Apart from her contribution here, she writes for NowIamupdated.com and Advices Academy as well.