Redmi 15R Launched With 90Hz Display, 33W Fast Charging in China: (Source: 91mobiles.com) Redmi 15R has been officially launched in China as a re-branded version of the recently unveiled Redmi 15 5G. The Redmi 15R becomes the latest addition to the company’s budget-focused Redmi number series and offers a good compromise between performance, battery life, and price.
Available in India from August 28, the Redmi 15R will be sold in this market under the name Redmi 15 5G, just like the others in the series the smartphone is priced: INR 14,999 for the 6GB + 128GB variant, INR 15,999 for the 8GB + 128GB version, and INR 16,999 for the 8GB + 256GB version. In China, this same phone gets launched as the Redmi 15R.
Redmi 15R specifications and features
As the Redmi 15R is simply a rebranded Redmi 15 5G, specifications are identical. The device boast a massive 6.9-inch FHD+ LCD display with a 144Hz refresh rate – although the bezels of the phone are thinner than some rivals. The Redmi 15R is said to be fueled by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 SoC and Xiaomi’s newest HyperOS 2 software.
The Redmi 15R gets the guarantee of two years of OS updates, and four years of security patches pledged by Xiaomi, so it should serve you well for the long run. One of the highlight features of the device is that it is fuelled by a huge 7,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. The Redmi 15R also gets 18W reverse wired charging making it a power bank when required for other devices from Xiaomi.
The company further mentions that the Redmi 15R is the only phone in this price segment to feature a silicon-carbon battery. According to Xiaomi, the battery can keep more than 80% of its original capacity in four years of use, ranking as one of the most durable battery technologies in budget 5G phones.
Camera and durability
Redmi 15R comes with a 50MP primary rear camera to help you take great photos every day. In the ruggedness arena, the phone is rated at IP64 for dust and splash protection. Dolby audios Dolby certified for enhanced entertainment.
Redmi 15R pricing in China
The Redmi 15R is launching exclusively in China with aggressive price tags. The base 8GB + 256GB version sells for CNY 1,499 ($210), the 12GB + 256GB version is CNY 1,899 ($265), and the 12GB + 512GB option is listed for CNY 2,199 (~$305). At such a compelling price point, the Redmi 15R makes for one of the most pocket-friendly, feature-rich 5G smartphones around.
Conclusion
With the Redmi 15R, Xiaomi has yet again proven its supremacy in the sector of feature-equipped smartphones at affordable prices. With a huge 7,000mAh battery, Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 performance and long-term software updates, the Redmi 15R is shaping up to be a great option for buyers in China, and Indian shoppers should be able to get the same device but under the Redmi 15 5G name.
FAQ
The Redmi 15R is not a Redmi Note 11 in disguise; it is actually the Redmi 15 5G with the same specs.
The Redmi 15R is backed by a 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery that is said to retain 80% capacity even after 4 years and supports 33W fast charging.
Its price begins from CNY 1,499 ($210) for the 8GB + 256GB variant and extends to CNY 2,199 ($305) for its 12GB + 512GB variant.
In India, the phone will be released as the Redmi 15 5G on August 28th.
