Xiaomi Redmi 6
#3733
Xiaomi Redmi Y1 Lite
#4018Category Breakdown
Xiaomi Redmi 6
Xiaomi Redmi Y1 Lite
Performance
62.754.1
Camera
19.119.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
24.225.3
Build
83.490.1
Connectivity
52.946.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
38.936.8
Summary
- The Xiaomi Redmi 6 features a 5.45-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, while the Xiaomi Redmi Y1 Lite has a slightly larger 5.5-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the Redmi 6 is powered by the Mediatek Helio P22 chipset with an octa-core CPU, offering better multitasking capabilities compared to the Y1 Lite's Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 with a quad-core CPU.
- The Redmi 6 has a dual-camera setup with a 12 MP main sensor, while the Y1 Lite has a single 13 MP rear camera, both capable of 1080p video recording.
- Battery capacity is slightly higher in the Y1 Lite at 3080 mAh compared to the Redmi 6's 3000 mAh, but both lack fast charging.
- The Redmi 6 runs on Android 8.1 with MIUI 12, while the Y1 Lite operates on Android 7.0 with MIUI 11, indicating a more updated software experience for the Redmi 6.
- Build quality differs as well, with the Redmi 6 utilizing a plastic back and frame, while the Y1 Lite features an aluminum back and frame, providing a more premium feel.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 6
Xiaomi Redmi Y1 Lite
General
Release Date
2018
2017
Announced
2018
2017
Description
N/A
Versions: Redmi Y1 Lite (India); Redmi Note 5A (China, Malaysia)
Display
Size
5.45"
5.5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~295 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
CPU
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core Cortex-A53
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
Adreno 308
Memory
32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
12 MP, f/2.2, 1.25 μm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.2, (depth)
13 MP, f/2.2, PDAF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
5 MP
5 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
3080 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 3080 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
147.5 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm (5.81 x 2.81 x 0.33 in)
153 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm (6.02 x 3.00 x 0.30 in)
Weight
146 g
150 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum back, aluminum frame
Colors
Black, Grey, Blue, Gold, Rose Gold
Gold, Dark Grey, Silver, Rose Gold
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.55 W/kg (head) 1.42 W/kg (body)
1.53 W/kg (head) 1.32 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE
HSPA, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP, LE
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 8.1 (Oreo), planned upgrade to Android 10, MIUI 12
Android 7.0 (Nougat), MIUI 11
Fingerprint
✓
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass