Xiaomi Redmi Note 10: the new best budget to mid-range smartphone
Xiaomi is once again in the spotlight with the recent release of the Redmi Note 10 series. Xiaomi was just recently in the spotlight with the launch of the Mi 11.
The Mi 11 is arguably the best value-for-money flagship phone in the market currently. But Xiaomi isn’t stopping just yet! The Redmi Note 10 series is set to dominate the lower-mid tier range by offering impressive specs at highly affordable prices.
For anyone looking for an affordable phone between RM600 – RM1100, the Redmi Note 10 is probably the best go-to. Don’t believe us? Let the specification speak for its own.
Redmi Note 10 Specifications:
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 12 |
| Display | 6.43” AMOLED DotDisplay |
| Processor | Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 678, Qualcomm® Adreno™ 612 |
| Memory & Storage | 4GB+64GB | 4GB+128GB｜6GB+128GB |
| Camera | Rear 48MP Wide Camera 8MP Ultra-wide Camera 2MP Depth Sensor 2MP Macro Camera Front 13MP Selfie Camera |
| Battery | 5000 mAh, 33W Charging |
| Price | MYR 639 – 799 |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 12 |
| Display | 6.67″AMOLED DotDisplay, FHD+, 120Hz |
| Processor | Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 732G, Qualcomm® Adreno™ 618 GPU |
| Memory & Storage | 6GB+64GB | 6GB+128GB | 8GB+128GB |
| Camera | Rear 108MP Wide Camera 8MP Ultra-wide Camera 5MP Depth Sensor 2MP Macro Camera Front 16MP Selfie Camera |
| Battery | 5020 mAh, 33W Charging |
| Price | MYR 899 – MYR 1,099 |
What’s Great about the Redmi Note 10 series?
The Redmi Note 10 series offers a variety of options to choose from for a lower-midrange budget.
Regardless of whether you opt for the Note 10 or Note 10 Pro, you can rest assured that you’ll be getting your money’s worth.
Key Difference between the Redmi Note 10 and Note 10 Pro
It is important to note the key differences between the Note 10 and Note 10 Pro to better decide which device you should opt for.
1. The Processor and Memory
Snapdragon 678 vs 732G. Based on Nanoreview‘s ranking, the Snapdragon 678 is ranked #50 while the 732G sits at #37. The 732G outperforms the 678 in all areas including battery life, CPU performance and single-core performance.
In terms of ram, the Note 10 has offers 4GB / 6GB while the Note 10 Pro offers 6GB / 8GB. Gamers can definitely tap on the extra ram for a boost in overall phone performance.
2. Camera Set
Another area of significant difference is the built-in camera set. For avid photographers and videographers, this is probably a no brainer as the Note 10 Pro offers a much stronger camera set.
For casual users, do not worry! the 48MP main camera and 13MP selfie camera offered on the Redmi Note 10 is still a decent camera set that will still allow you to capture beautiful photos.
3. Display
Lastly, the Note 10 Pro offers a slightly larger display of 6.67″ vs 6.43″ with a display to body ratio of ~85.6% vs ~83.5%.
The more significant difference in the display is in its refresh rates. The Note 10 only offers a conventional 60Hz refresh rate while Note 10 Pro users will enjoy a much smoother experience with refresh rates of 120Hz.
In terms of touch sampling, the Note 10 caps out at 180Hz while the Note 10 Pro offers an improved 240Hz.
Final Thoughts:
Overall, we reckon that the Redmi Note 10 series effectively competes in 2 separate categories altogether. The Note 10 is a strong contender against budget devices like the POCO M3.
On the other hand, the Note 10 Pro is a strong contender in the mid-tier category against devices like the Poco X3 and Realme 7.
At current, it seems that Xiaomi has dominated all three segments of the smartphone market with great offerings that spread across the low to high tier smartphones.
