After the grand success of its Redmi Note 3, Xiaomi has launched its much awaited Redmi Note 4 here in India today just a while back from now. It will be available in three versions – 4 GB – 64 GB for Rs. 12,999, 3 GB – 32 GB for Rs. 10,999 and 3 GB – 32 GB for Rs. 9,999 and three colours – Gold, Space Grey and Matte Black. While it has got launched today, it will be placed on sale starting January 23 at 12 pm exclusively on Flipkart and Mi.com, and it seems no pre-registration would be required to buy it.
While Redmi Note 3 was priced at Rs. 11,999 for its 3 GB RAM, 32 GB ROM version, Xiaomi has decided to offer Redmi Note 4 at an even more attractive price of Rs. 10,999 for the same 3 GB – 32 GB model. That is something to cheer about for its prospective buyers.
Xiaomi has also decided to launch its new 4 GB – 64 GB version here in India and it will be priced at Rs. 12,999, while the base model of 2 GB – 32 GB will continue to be priced at Rs. 9,999. As these new models go on for sale starting next week, it seems Xiaomi has already stopped selling Redmi Note 3 through all its existing channels. However, its smaller versions – Redmi Note 3S and Redmi Note 3S Prime continue to be available at Rs. 6,999 and Rs. 8,999 respectively.
14nm Snapdragon 625 processor – Redmi Note 4 is equipped with 2 GHz Octa-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor, with 14nm FinFET technology. This processor is said to be more efficient than its earlier version of Snapdragon 650 processor, 28nm FinFET.
Adreno 506 GPU – The smartphone would come equipped with Adreno 506 GPU for graphics, as compared to Adreno 510 GPU Redmi Note 3 had.
5.5-Inch Full HD Display – As far as display is concerned, Redmi Note 4 has a 5.5-inch (13.9 cm) full HD display (1920×1080 pixels) with 2.5D arc glass design. This is the first time Xiaomi will have full 2.5D curved glass on the front.
4100 mAH Battery – 4050 mAH battery was one of the reasons behind the success of Redmi Note 3 and Xiaomi seems to be in no mood to disappoint its users on this front. Redmi Note 4 will carry 4,100 mAH battery and as per Xiaomi, its performance would be 25% better as compared to its predecessor.
13 MP Camera – The smartphone will have 13 megapixel primary camera and 5 megapixel front camera. The rear camera uses Sony CMOS sensor with 1.12 micron pixel size for better low-light performance. It also supports PDAF (Phase Detection Auto Focus), has a dual-tone LED flash and f/2.0 aperture.
Dual-Sim Slot – Like earlier, Redmi Note 4 will have a hybrid dual-SIM slot (micro + nano/microSD). Memory is also expandable to the extent of 128 GB with microSD slot included. But, as earlier you will be able to use either microSD card or your second sim.
Android Marshmallow and MIUI 8.0 – The smartphone will work on Android Marshmallow operating system along with the company’s own MIUI 8.0.
4G VoLTE Support – Redmi Note 4 will come with 4G LTE connectivity along with support for VoLTE (Voice over LTE). So, you will be able to use it with your Reliance Jio sim as well.
Fingerprint, Infrared Sensors – Like its predecessor, Redmi Note 4 will also have fingerprint sensor at the back and infrared sensor at the top of the handset.
Speakers at Bottom – Redmi Note 4 will carry its dual speakers at the bottom, rather than at the back its predecessor had. I think this is a good change they have made as it helps to hear your phone ringing if you are sitting in some other room.
Dimensions & Weight – Redmi Note 4 has some minor changes to its dimensions and weight as compared to Redmi Note 3. As against 150 X 76 X 8.65 mm, Redmi Note 4 will measure 151 X 76 X 8.35 mm and weigh just a gram more at 165 grams.
January 23 Launch on Flipkart & Mi.com at 12 PM
Since its July 2014 debut here in India, Xiaomi has been successful in creating a huge demand for almost all of its smartphones. As the phone is all set to go on sale on Flipkart and Mi India’s own site Mi.com from January 23, it is a given that the sale will not last even more than a few seconds before the phone gets out of stock. But, in the long run, will it be able to give Xiaomi the success it has tasted with Redmi Note 3? Let’s wait and watch.
Nice Post.Thanks for sharing
Dear Shiv,
As battery life is limited to 2-3 years, dont you think non-replaceable battery is a negative feature ?
Thanks
TCB
Hi TCB,
Probably it is a negative feature, but these days most big brands have non-removable batteries. Moreover, average life of a smartphone itself has gone down to 3-4 years these days, after which the cost of a new battery sometimes is more than the resale value of that smartphone. So, one would like to dump that phone rather than buy a new battery. So, it is not a big negative for me with a value for money smartphone.
Got this yesterday.First time I have bought a phone which is not a standard brand. And I have to say I am pleasantly surprised at the beautiful flat screen and excellent display.
Have to see if rest of things are upto standard. As for now very very impressed.
That’s great Harinee! Redmi Note 4 is a poor man’s iPhone 7 it seems.
does it have dollby digital
sound with amplifier
No Nitesh, I don’t think it has it.
Dear Shiv,
Is the battery detachable / replaceable or in-built ?
Thanks
TCB
Hi TCB,
Redmi Note 4 battery is non-removable.
Hi Shiv,
Just wanted to understand the purpose of this post on this Financial Blog.
Are we planning to broader the scope of this blog, may be to attract more traffic or anything else ?
Hi Rohit,
Just wanted to explore options, diversify and check whether we get any traffic for such posts or not.
I for one don’t mind the non-financial posts. Those who aren’t interested can skip reading, as the title of the post clearly tells what it is about.
I find nothing wrong in adding such topics. It is purely at the discretion of the blog manager, namely Shiv Kukreja. I am sure, he will some reasons for talking this subject, let us give him this freedom. Let us not forget, last year around this time, spate of Tax Free Bonds came out for subscription and Onemint provided us valuable data everyday. I am one of the many wisely invested in the TFBs. Just to add, Redmi Note 4 has become a hit model in the last 2 months.