Redmi Note 11S now available for purchase in India
What's the story
Xiaomi's recently-launched Redmi 11S model is now available for purchase in India. Interested customers can buy the phone via Amazon and Mi.com.
The handset starts at Rs. 16,499 for the 6GB/64GB variant and is offered in Horizon Blue, Polar White, and Space Black color options.
It features a 90Hz AMOLED screen, a 108MP primary camera, a MediaTek Helio G96 chipset, and a 5,000mAh battery.
Context
Why does this story matter?
The Realme 11S was launched in India on February 9 alongside the Redmi Note 11 model, which had gone on sale on February 11. Now, the 11S has also become available for customers.
The handset raises competition in the sub-Rs. 20,000 segment by attracting customers with its modern design, a mid-tier chipset, a good main camera, a smooth display, and fast-charging support.
Design and display
The handset has a 90Hz AMOLED display
The Redmi Note 11S features a center-aligned punch-hole design with slim bezels and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for secure biometric authentication. At the back, the phone has a quad rear camera module.
It bears a 6.43-inch Full-HD+ (1080x2400 pixels) AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate.
The color options available are Horizon Blue, Polar White, and Space Black.
Information
It comes with a 108MP primary camera
The Redmi Note 11S sports a quad rear camera setup comprising a 108MP primary snapper, an 8MP ultra-wide shooter, a 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP depth camera. On the front, the handset has a 16MP selfie camera.
Internals
The smartphone boots Android 11
The Redmi Note 11S is fueled by a MediaTek Helio G96 processor, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage.
Under the hood, the handset boots Android 11-based MIUI 13 and packs a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast-charging support.
For connectivity, the handset offers support for 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and a Type-C port.
Pricing
Redmi Note 11S: Pricing and availability
In India, the Redmi Note 11S costs Rs. 16,499 for the 6GB/64GB model, Rs. 17,499 for the 6GB/128GB variant, and Rs. 18,499 for the 8GB/128GB configuration.
The handset is up for grabs via Amazon, Mi.com, and other authorized retailers.
Xiaomi and Amazon are also providing Rs. 1,000 discount on purchases via Bank of Baroda cards and EMI transactions.