Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 with 48MP camera launched: Details here
As part of its brand new "Redmi" sub-brand, Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Note 7 in China today. The key highlights of the phone are its full-HD+ waterdrop notched display, gradient back panel, mid-level specs, and a mighty 48MP rear camera. In China, the Redmi Note 7 starts at CNY 999 which is roughly Rs. 10,300 in India. Here's our roundup.
Redmi Note 7: At a glance
Up front, the Redmi Note 7 sports an edge-to-edge display with a waterdrop notch on the top and a sizeable bottom bezel. On the back, it has a glass-like chassis with gradient design, dual camera setup and a fingerprint scanner. Further, the phone features a 6.3-inch full-HD+ notched display with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio, 450 nits brightness, and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
The phone packs a lot of pixels for the pennies
The Redmi Note 7 comes with a dual rear camera setup comprising a 48MP Sony IMX586 sensor with f/1.8 aperture, paired with a 5MP depth sensor and LED flash. Up front, the phone offers a 13MP selfie camera. Moreover, we expect both the cameras to offer several AI-based features such as smart HDR and Portrait mode.
Under the hood
The Redmi Note 7 is powered by a 2.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor, paired with 3GB/4GB/6GB of RAM and 32GB/64GB of internal storage. The phone runs Android Oreo-based MIUI 9 and packs a 4,000mAh battery with Quick Charge 4 support. Further, it supports all the standard sensors and connectivity options including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB Type-C port, headphone jack, dual-SIMs, and 4G VoLTE.
Redmi Note 7 starts at around Rs. 10,000
In China, Redmi Note 7 costs CNY 999 (approx. Rs. 10,300) for the entry-level 3GB RAM/32GB storage model, CNY 1,199 (approx. Rs. 12,400) for the mid-end 4GB RAM/64GB storage variant, and CNY 1,399 (approx. Rs. 14,500) for the top-end 6GB RAM/64GB storage option. Available in Twilight Gold, Fantasy Blue, and Bright Black color options, the phone will hit the local markets starting January 15.
