
Overall Score
59.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#2949)59.5
Performance(#4405)60.3
Camera(#4133)42.4
Display(#4455)70.5
Battery(#2121)58.5
Build(#336)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Redmi 4 (4X)
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Redmi 4 (4X) features a compact design with dimensions of 139.2 x 70 x 8.7 mm and a weight of 150g, utilizing a glass front with Gorilla Glass, an aluminum back, and an aluminum frame.
- It sports a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 chipset, an octa-core CPU, and options for 2GB, 3GB, or 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP unit with an f/2.0 aperture capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The device is powered by a robust 4100 mAh battery, supporting extended usage without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- It runs on Android 6.0.1, upgradeable to 7.1.2, with MIUI 11 providing a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and microUSB 2.0, although it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The phone is available in Black and Gold colors, but does not offer water resistance.
- Overall, the Xiaomi Redmi 4 (4X) combines decent specifications for everyday tasks in a solid build.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionAlso known as Xiaomi Redmi 4X for China, Malaysia, Pakistan, Indonesia
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8940 Snapdragon 435 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4100 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions139.2 x 70 x 8.7 mm (5.48 x 2.76 x 0.34 in)
Weight150 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass), aluminum back, aluminum frame, plastic ends
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Micro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/100 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.1.2 (Nougat), MIUI 11
OS VersionAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.1.2 (Nougat), MIUI 11
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes