Redmi 11 Prime 5G: a no-nonsense phone. Redmi 11 prime 5G

There is support for seven important 5G bands; more importantly, there are enough features beyond 5G to keep you happy

Redmi 11 Prime 5G has all the basic features you can ask from a smartphone and then some more in the form of 5G.

Phone have gone up in the last couple of years and getting a decent phone means you have to spend upwards of Rs 15,000. Enter Redmi. once again. The brand has been a disruptor in many ways and it continues to live up to its reputation with Redmi 11 Prime 5G. It’s not only an affordable phone, it’s a future-ready device, especially if you are keen on 5G.

I am sure many people are keen on having 5G connections but that doesn’t mean you need to take the step right away. When 5G arrives — hopefully it won’t see more delays — it won’t be available all over the country; we will have to wait at least two-three years for decent 5G penetration but if you think, you may have access to the technology in its initial days, this is perhaps the best phone to consider. There is support for seven important 5G bands; more importantly, there are enough features beyond 5G to keep you happy. In case you are wondering, there is support for both Standalone (SA) and Non-Standalone (NSA) 5G. The bands supported are n1 n3 n40 n78 for NSA while it’s n1 n3 n5 n8 n28 n40 n78 for SA.

Overall satisfaction

I didn’t expect anything earth-shattering about the design but came away quite happy with the overall feel of the device. The textured design ensures there are no smudges and despite having a large screen, it’s easily accessible. importantly, it offers what most users need.

The 6.58-inch FHD AdaptiveSync display is of a decent quality, allowing you enough eye comfort while watching YouTube or Netflix. The colours are natural while Widevine L1 certification ensures you can enjoy video Netflix and Prime Video in full resolution. For those who like colours to be punchy, dive into display settings and turn on vivid mode. There is also 90Hz refresh rate though by default 60Hz is enabled to save battery. The higher refresh rate allows smoother scrolling on news feeds.

Let’s move to the camera. The selfie shooter is 8MP while on the rear are two cameras — 50MP main and 2MP portrait. In broad daylight, pictures have enough details. Personally, I do miss an ultra-wide camera but it’s good that Redmi left it out because at these price points accommodating such an option means making big compromises. Colours are slightly punchy but I guess that works for social media. Night photography is acceptable under decent lighting but will pose some challenges — even with Night Mode turned on — when there is uneven lighting. Portrait shots appear presentable while selfies too have enough details. Videos are restricted to 1080p but the output is quite good.

Running the show is MediaTek Dimensity 700 with 5G. It’s a processor that won’t let you down with daily tasks or even basic gaming as long as settings are toned down. This is not a gaming phone but you can still play enough titles. I didn’t have any issues browsing or keeping a few apps open int he background. While gaming, you can enjoy 240Hz touch sampling rate. Out of the box you get Android 12 and MIUI 13.

It’s good that Redmi has left in the 3.5mm headphone jack, which is helpful if you want to listen to FM and play games. There is a single downward-firing speaker which is loud but to get the best out of the device, get the old wired headphone out of the cabinet.

The 50MP camera is snappy and does a good job in well-lit areas

Should you buy it?

My only issue with the phone is the charging brick. Though the phone comes with a substantial battery of 5000mAH, you can charge it at 18W even though the charging brick supports 22.5W. So it will take a couple of hours to get a full charge. Another quibble: Bloatware though most of it can be deleted. In case you are looking for an inexpensive phone at the moment, this is a good option. Redmi 11 Prime 5G is a no-nonsense phone for the sensible customer; a perfect festive season choice.

At a glance

Price: Upwards of Rs 13, 999

Muffled notes

u 18W fast-charging though the charging brick in the box supports 22.5W fast-charging

Read our full review of the Redmi 11 Prime 5G to find out if it is the right phone for you.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G supports both Standalone (SA) and Non-Standalone (NSA) 5G. (Image credit: Shruti Dhapola / Express Photo)

As a tech journalist, I test out a fairly high number of devices every year, mostly smartphones. And if there’s one change I have noticed in the past few years is that I have been struggling to recommend a device in the under Rs 15,000 category. Notable series like Redmi Note, which earlier started at under Rs 15,000, have crossed this price point. For a user who wants a future-proof budget device in the price segment of Rs 10,000 to Rs 15,000, the choices might not seem very appetising these days.

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And this is what Redmi’s latest, Redmi 11 Prime 5G, is hoping to correct to some extent. This is a 5G-ready device aimed at someone looking for a phone under Rs 15,000 which will be future-proof as well. So far, Redmi has just one other 5G portfolio in the under Rs 20,000 segment—the Redmi Note 11T 5G.

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G appears to be an attempt to correct this gap. But does it achieve this purpose? Here’s my review.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G specifications: 6.58-inch Full HD LCD display, 90 Hz refresh rate | Mediatek Dimensity 700 chipset | 4GB or 6GB RAM 64GB or 128GB storage | 50MP depth sensor | 8MP front camera | 5000 mAh battery with 22.5W fast charger in the box | MIUI 13 with Android 12 |

Redmi 11 Prime 5G Price in India: Rs 13,999 for 4GB option, Rs 15,999 for 6GB RAM

Redmi 11 Prime 5G review: What’s good?

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G continues with a similar design pattern as other devices from the brand—though admittedly this is less premium compared to say the Redmi Note 11 Pro series. The polycarbonate back has a textured finish, which makes for a different touch and feel. The silver colour option that Redmi sent for review also stands apart and looks stylish and elegant. The camera module at the back is rather prominent and includes two cameras, a 50MP main camera and a 2MP depth camera. The phone continues with a headphone jack and has a fingerprint scanner as part of the power button.

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G’s polycarbonate back has a textured finish, which makes for a different touch and feel. (Image credit: Shruti Dhapola / Express Photo)

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G gets a 6.58-inch LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate. You can switch between 60 Hz or 90Hz from the settings, though by default it is set to 60 Hz, which is better for battery consumption. The Redmi 11 Prime’s display is a capable one and remains legible in bright sunlight as well. The big screen should keep most users happy and the Full HD display works well for consuming content be it just scrolling on or watching videos on YouTube or Netflix.

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G gets a 6.58-inch LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate. (Image credit: Shruti Dhapola / Express Photo)

When it comes to performance, I didn’t expect much from the Redmi 11 Prime 5G, but it is a good enough daily driver. Games like Asphalt 9 ran smoothly on this at standard settings without no problem or stuttering at all. For daily tasks such as switching between apps or multitasking, the Redmi 11 Prime 5G is good enough. But yes, this is not a phone where you expect top-notch performance because the FOCUS here is on something else. And that’s about offering a 5G-ready device at a more reasonable price.

On the 5G connectivity front, Redmi 11 Prime 5G supports both Standalone (SA) and Non-Standalone (NSA) 5G. The list of bands supported is n1 n3 n40 n78 for NSA and ( n1 n3 n5 n8 n28 n40 n78 for SA. If you’re wondering what all of this means, Xiaomi states that the phone is ready to support 5G connectivity in most circles in India once the network starts rolling out.

The Redmi 11 Prime’s battery is 5000 mAh, which will easily last a day even with heavy-duty usage. However, the phone’s fast charging is limited and Xiaomi has put a 22.5W charger in the box. Prepare to put aside two hours at least to get this back to a full charge.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G: What’s not so good?

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G’s camera gives acceptable results when you are out shooting in bright, well-light outdoors with clear skies. The pictures are detailed, there’s good colour reproduction, and the image is pleasing. But indoors, I found the photos to be underwhelming and the colours oversaturated. The details could have been better for some of the pictures taken indoors. And as expected when you use this camera during evenings or in poor lighting, the image quality and details suffer. Yes, there is a night mode, but it doesn’t add much. The Portraits are also okay, though you need to ensure there is ample light when shooting.

And as expected when you use this camera during evenings or in poor lighting, the image quality and details suffer. (Image credit: Shruti Dhapola / Express Photo)

Redmi 11 Prime 5G: Camera samples

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G’s camera gives acceptable results when you are out shooting in bright, well-light outdoors with clear skies. (Image credit: Shruti Dhapola / Express Photo) The pictures are detailed, there’s good colour reproduction, and the image is pleasing. (Image credit: Shruti Dhapola / Express Photo) The details could have been better for some of the pictures taken indoors. (Image credit: Shruti Dhapola / Express Photo) And as expected when you use this camera during evenings or in poor lighting, the image quality and details suffer. (Image credit: Shruti Dhapola / Express Photo)

Redmi 11 Prime 5G: Should you buy it?

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G is meant for someone who wants a 5G-ready device, without breaking the bank. The phone has a large enough display, battery, and good performance. If you want to get an affordable 5G phone that you can perhaps use for the next two years, this is one such option on a rather limited list. The Redmi 11 Prime 5G’s camera is one of its weakest points, and you will also miss out on some extra features such as an ultra-wide angle camera. This is not to say the camera performance is very poor, it’s just nothing exceptional, though in line with the price segment. And, if you are unsure about your own interest in switching to 5G, then perhaps it might make sense to wait for a few months to see how companies strategise when it comes to 5G-ready devices across various price points.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G review: Should you buy this budget 5G smartphone on Diwali?

Redmi 11 Prime 5G comes with a big 6.58-inch FHD display with a screen refresh rate of up to 90Hz, resolution of 2408 x 1080 pixels and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. Redmi 11 Prime 5G is also equipped with AdaptiveSync tech.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G review: With the launch of 5G telecom services in India, all major smartphone brands are working hard to bring affordable 5G mobile phones in India. Industry experts have suggested that the country will see a big jump in demand for 5G mobile phones in the months to come. To meet the demands of budget 5G handsets, Redmi India, a sub-brand of Xiaomi, recently launched its affordable 5G smartphone.- Redmi 11 Prime 5G. This budget 5G phone can be a good option during this festive season. Here is why:

Redmi 11 Prime 5G Price

The affordable Redmi 11 Prime 5G comes in two storage variants. The 4GB 64GB variant is priced at Rs 13,999, while the 6GB 128GB variant is available at Rs 15,999. The smartphone comes in Meadow Green, Chrome Silver and Thunder Black colour options. We used Meadow Green option for almost 15 days. With this phone, Redmi India is likely planning to capture the budget 5G smartphone segment in the country by giving tough competition to brands like, Motorola, Realme, Infinix, Tecno and others. The Redmi 11 Prime 5G features a MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC. a popular chipset, 5,000mAh battery, 50-megapixel primary camera and more. The phone also supports seven 5G bands.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G Design

In terms of design, the Redmi 11 Prime 5G has a flat frame design. It has a plastic back with matte finish, which offers comfortable grip. Also, the smartphone is not prone to dust and fingerprint marks. The Redmi 11 Prime 5G feels light.you can easily hold this phone for long durations without any discomfort. When you compare it with other phones in similar price bracket. Samsung Galaxy M13 5G or iQOO Z6 5G, the Redmi 11 Prime 5G has the better looks and design. Overall, the Redmi 11 Prime 5G ticked most of the right boxes in terms of looks and build in the budget category.

The rear side of the Redmi 11 Prime 5G has rectangle shaped camera bump that houses the dual camera setup with the LED flash with the Redmi 5G logo below. On the right edge, the device houses the power button and a dedicated space for the volume rockers. The left edge of the Redmi 11 Prime 5G has a dedicated space for Nano-SIM Card Slot. At the top, you will get a 3.5mm audio jack and a microphone and at the bottom, the phone offers USB Type-C charging port and speakers. The performance of speakers was good. Connectivity options on Redmi 11 Prime 5G include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, GPS, Bluetooth v5.10, Infrared, USB OTG, USB Type-C, and FM radio with active 4G/5G on both SIM cards. Sensors on the phone include accelerometer, ambient light sensor, compass/ magnetometer, proximity sensor, and fingerprint sensor.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G Display

Redmi 11 Prime 5G comes with a big 6.58-inch FHD display with a screen refresh rate of up to 90Hz, resolution of 2408 x 1080 pixels and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. Redmi 11 Prime 5G is also equipped with AdaptiveSync tech that can automatically switch between 4 stages 30Hz, 50Hz, 60Hz, and 90Hz refresh rates based on on-screen content to balance. The screen is smooth It offers clean scrolling and delivers bright and sharp colours for content consumption. While watching movies and playing games, we did not face any issues. However, the display performance was average in bright light conditions. Do note that the overall experience while using the screen was smooth and lag-free.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G Camera

In terms of camera specifications, the Redmi 11 Prime 5G comes with dual camera setup on the rear side featuring a 50-megapixel primary camera, and a and a 2-megapixel depth senso. For selfies and video calls, it has a single front 8-megapixel camera. As far as the camera performance is concerned, the primary rear camera Redmi 11 Prime 5G takes average pictures but better than Samsung Galaxy M13 and Infinix phones in this price segment. The colours of the images from this phone came out good in bright light conditions but below average in low lights. The images we clicked on this phone lacked sharpness. The colours on images came out good and the performance in natural lights is also better than other smartphones available in Rs 15K segment. Also, selfies from the font camera was good. Overall, the Redmi 11 Prime 5G has a decent camera performance.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G Performance

In terms of performance, the Redmi 11 Prime 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset. The 7nm architecture chip is engineered to enhance power efficiency while maximising performance from the octa-core CPU, delivering clock speeds as high as 2.2GHz. The FOCUS on speed and performance is further enhanced with 6GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2, which enables quicker installation of apps and faster loading of games. For users who wish to maximise the performance, a RAM booster feature is also available to temporarily expand RAM by up to 2GB leveraging the ultra-fast storage.

On the software front, the smartphone runs on Android 12-based MIUI 13 out of the box for an ultra optimised and smooth user experience. The good thing is the MIUI is very easy to use and you may not face any issues. While playing light games on the Redmi 11 Prime 5G, we witnessed lag-free gaming here. The graphic quality was good in normal settings and average in HD. Overall, the smartphone offers fast and smooth experience in Rs 15K segment. Even while switching between the apps and using multiple social media applications, we did not face any issue. In terms of battery performance, the device is backed by a massive 5000mAh battery, and once fully charged, it can easily last a full day on normal usage. The device also comes with 18W fast charging and a 22.5W charger, taking very less time to reach from 0 to 100 per cent. However, during heavy gaming, we did witness minor heating issues as well.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G Verdict: Available at the starting price of 13,999, the Redmi 11 Prime 5G is a decent affordable 5G phone you can pick during this festive season. With the launch of 5G services, this budget 5G phone from Redmi has the potential to meet your demands. The device offers clean design and good features. For the cameras, there is a scope for improvement. Overall, the Redmi 11 Prime 5G has ticked many right boxes.

Xiaomi Redmi 11 Prime 5G, Redmi 11 Prime 4G, and Redmi A1 Holds Livestream Event in India

On Tuesday, Sept. 6, Xiaomi announced that it would launch its Redmi 11 Prime 5G, Redmi 11 Prime 4G, and Redmi A1 in India.

Ahead of the launch of the smartphones, the Chinese electronics giant has revealed several details about the devices and what fans can expect from them.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G Specs

According to YugaTech, the Redmi 11 Prime 5G is the most powerful smartphone out of the Redmi series. It has a Dimensity 700 chip and two memory options: 4/64 GB and 6/128 GB.

The smartphone has a 6.58″ LCD with Full HD resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The waterdrop notch houses a 5MP f/2.2 camera.

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G has a main 50MP camera at the back equipped with an f/1.8 lens and a 2MP depth sensor.

Redmi 11 Prime 5G will have MIUI 3 instead of Android 12. Its battery has a 5,000mAh capacity, and it supports 18W charging.

The other highlights include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, a tray meant for two SIM cards and a microSD card, an FM Radio, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G is available in Chrome Silver, Thunder Black, and Meadow Green colors. The sale schedule is on Sept. 9, and the device costs 160 for a 4/64 GB option, while the 6/128 GB option costs 185.

Redmi A1 Specs

According to GadgetsNow, Redmi AI will run on Android 12. It has a leathery finish on the back, and on the inside, it is equipped with an Helio A22 chipset, coupled with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage. There is also a MicroSD slot for 512GB storage.

The smartphone has a 6.52″ LCD with 720p resolution and a 20:9 ratio. The back of the smartphone has a dual-cam setup similar to the Xiaomi 12 flagship.

However, the main shooter has an 8MP sensor, while the 2MP depth sensor adds very little improvement to the shots. The selfie camera is equipped with a 5MP sensor.

The Redmi A1 has a 5,000 mAh battery, but it has a micro-USB part on the bottom, which can be challenging for charging.

Redmi A1 costs 80, its first flash sale is scheduled for Sept. 9, and it is available in Black, Blue, and Green colors.

Redmi 11 Prime 4G Specs

The Redmi 11 Prime 4G is the cheapest smartphone on the list, but it does have a powerful chipset, the Mediatek Helio G99 SoC. It also uses a 6nm fabrication process, according to TechRadar.

Other features that you can expect from the Redmi 11 Prime 4G are the same as that of the Redmi 11 Prime 5G, especially the back panel design.

The 4G also has the same camera setup, battery, and charging as the Redmi 11 Prime 5G.

Redmi 11 Prime 4G will cost 162, and its first flash sale is scheduled for Sept. 9.

How to Watch the Livestream Event

There are several links that you can choose from to watch Xiaomi’s Redmi smartphone launch in India. You can watch the event through Mi.com.

You can also watch the event via Xiaomi’s YouTube channel, page, or account at 12:00 PM India Standard Time or 2:30 AM Eastern Standard Time.

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Written by Sophie Webster