
Overall Score
58.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#3482)58.4
Performance(#4407)60.3
Camera(#4135)42.4
Display(#4460)70.5
Battery(#3281)51.0
Build(#339)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X features a solid build with a glass front, aluminum back, and aluminum frame, measuring 151 x 76 x 8.5 mm and weighing 165 grams.
- Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 401 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset, paired with an octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and Adreno 506 GPU, ensuring smooth operation across various tasks.
- The camera setup includes a 13 MP rear camera with f/2.0 aperture and PDAF, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera caters to selfies.
- A robust 4100 mAh battery powers the device, although it does not support fast or wireless charging.
- The software runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, upgradable to 7.0 Nougat, with MIUI 10 providing a customized user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is available in several colors, including Platinum Silver and Champagne Gold.
- Notably, it retains a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Redmi Note 4X combines decent specifications with a reliable design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionFor China
Display
Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~401 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 506
Memory16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps
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
Dimensions151 x 76 x 8.5 mm (5.94 x 2.99 x 0.33 in)
Weight165 g
MaterialsGlass front, aluminum back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsPlatinum Silver, Champagne Gold, Matte Black, Hatsune Miku, Sakura Powder
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Micro-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), MIUI 10
OS VersionAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), MIUI 10
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes