Overall Score
68.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#691)68.8
Performance(#920)70.8
Camera(#1204)48.7
Display(#382)88.5
Battery(#671)67.5
Build(#2007)75.8
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Redmi K40 Gaming
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Redmi K40 Gaming features a robust design with Gorilla Glass 5 on both the front and back, weighing 205g and measuring 161.9 x 76.9 x 8.3 mm.
- Its 6.67-inch OLED display supports 1 billion colors, a 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+, delivering vibrant visuals at a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels.
- Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 1200 chipset, it offers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and options for up to 12GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 64MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro lens, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- The 5065mAh battery supports fast charging at 67W, ensuring quick power replenishment.
- Running on Android 11 with MIUI 12.5, the software experience is smooth and user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.
- The device also features stereo speakers for enhanced audio quality.
- Special features include a gaming-centric design and responsive touch controls.
- Overall, the Xiaomi Redmi K40 Gaming combines solid build quality with impressive display and performance capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, April 27
Announced2021, April 27
DescriptionAlso known as Xiaomi Redmi K40 Gaming Edition
Display
Size6.67"
TypeOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 1200 (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G77 MC9
Memory128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera64 MP
Main Camera Details64 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.7µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide)2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps, HDR
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5065 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5065 mAh
Charging Details67W wired, PD3.0, QC3, 100% in 42 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions161.9 x 76.9 x 8.3 mm (6.37 x 3.03 x 0.33 in)
Weight205 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5)
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Gray, Silver, Bruce Lee Yellow
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, MIUI 12.5
OS VersionAndroid 11, MIUI 12.5
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo