Overall Score
30.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#4866)30.6
Performance(#5492)49.5
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#6192)18.9
Build(#1779)71.7
Connectivity(#5962)36.1
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Xiaomi Redmi 1S features a compact design with dimensions of 137 x 69 x 9.9 mm and a weight of 158 grams, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
- Its 4.7-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 312 ppi.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, it delivers satisfactory performance for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera is an 8 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front-facing camera is 1.6 MP.
- The device is equipped with a 2000 mAh battery, which supports standard charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.3 with an upgrade option to 4.4.4 and MIUI 9.2, it offers a user-friendly interface and customization options.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is available in various colors, including black, red, and metallic gray.
- Overall, the Redmi 1S combines basic features with a solid build, making it a practical choice for users seeking essential smartphone functionality.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as Xiaomi Hongmi 1S
Display
Size4.7"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionAsahi Dragontrail Glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8228 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.2", 1.4µm, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front Camera1.6 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions137 x 69 x 9.9 mm (5.39 x 2.72 x 0.39 in)
Weight158 g
MaterialsGlass front (Asahi Dragontrail), plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, Chinese Red, Metallic Gray/ blue, green, yellow panels
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.4 (KitKat), MIUI 9.2
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass