Xiaomi Redmi Note devices are reigning globally. Back in the times, Redmi used to launch just one or two Redmi Note phones. Now the brand is offering many Note devices throughout the year. Thus, making it a year-long event. The latest Xiaomi Redmi Note mobile phone launched under the Redmi Note 11 series. To recall, the latest Xiaomi Note 11 series succeeds the aging Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 series.
Last year, Redmi brought the all-new Redmi Note 11T 5G to this smartphone series. Now, the Chinese smartphone brand has just launched the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11S and the classic Redmi Note 11. Keep in mind that the classic Redmi Note always creates buzz all around. Let’s check out the recently launched Redmi Note 11 smartphone in detail.
EVOL Design on Redmi Note 11
Xiaomi calls the new design EVOL Design (LOVE spelled backwards) for its latest Redmi Note 11 series. The all-new vanilla Redmi Note 11 follows the same design pattern. This Redmi phone comes with a very similar design language. Also Read: Redmi Note 10 India launch date expected in third week of February
Like other Redmi Note camera units, the rear side of the Redmi Note 11 gets the rectangular camera module. This camera module is placed on the top-left corner. Also Read: Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Series launch event in India
Camera Module Design
In this camera unit, the camera sensors are divided into small units. Here, the largest lens accommodates the main 50-megapixel camera sensor. The other three camera sensors are placed in a rectangular space under the main camera sensor. Also Read: Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11 Pro, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G Global, Redmi Note 11S launched
These three camera sensors come in pairs with the flash. We received the Stardust White color unit. This handset is quite shiny and sparkly. In this model, the white color transits into the light blue color when the light falls on it.
Redmi Note 11 standard design
As for the design, the vanilla Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 comes with a curved back. Although the handset gets the flat sides. The curved back looks quite glossy. The back material is plasticky, although with glossy looks it appears to be glass. Also Read: GoPro Hero 10 Black with GP2 processor launched in India
This shiny back does not attract fingerprints that easily. The curved back may make the phone feel a little routine. However, the flat sides not only add some grip to the phone, but they also make it different from its predecessor. Also Read: Redmi Note 10 series key specifications revealed before the launch
The top edge of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 smartphone gets a speaker grille, an IR blaster, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. While the base of the smartphone carries another speaker grille and a USB Type-C port. Also Read: Redmi 9 Activ with dual rear cameras silently launched in India
The volume button and the power button are placed on the left side. This power button doubles up as the physical fingerprint scanner. Furthermore, the SIM card tray with dual SIM slots and a dedicated microSD card is placed on the right edge. As per our experience, connecting headphones can also be quite convenient.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 gets slim design
The front of the latest Xiaomi Note phone is quite impressive. It can easily sync with the price bracket. As for the display, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 gets the tall AMOLED display, which dominates the front. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S22, S22 Plus Camera specs tipped online; display details leaked
Furthermore, this Redmi Note phone gets the thin bezels all around it. Although the chin is relatively thick, not much. Keeping with the trend, the vanilla Redmi Note 11 gets the punch-hole notch. This punch hole will also accommodate the front-facing camera. Also Read: Redmi Smart TV features teased on Amazon ahead of India launch
Battery and other details
With a 5000mAh battery, this Redmi Note 11 phone weighs about 179 grams. Furthermore, this Redmi phone is actually quite slim, with 8.09mm. This makes it very easy for the user to grip the phone. As for the rest of the dimensions, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 is 159.9mm long and 73.9mm wide. Also Read: TCL at MWC 2022: five new smartphones; TCL Ultra Flex foldable phone unveiled
With such dimensions, the Redmi Note 11 is not the tallest handset but is relatively lighter in weight. It is one of the slimmest phones from the Chinese smartphone brand. Thus, it makes it easy for the users to hold the phone. As per our usage, it can be used even with one hand, provided that you must somewhat have a larger hand. Also Read: Realme V11, cheapest 5G smartphone launched
No Premium Feels on Xiaomi Redmi Note 11
As mentioned above, the Xiaomi Redmi Note phone feels quite plasticky. Although it is strong plastic. With such a body design, the phone does not feel cheap. Furthermore, it does not feel quite as premium as it should. We have already seen some of the premium Redmi Notes in the past. As for the design language, the smartphone follows a very regular design blueprint.
It gets a slightly curved back, the EVOL design, and a standard front. This makes it a smartphone with a safe design. The Redmi Note 11 is not a bad-looking phone. It actually gets a brilliant hand feel. Although it skips on certain wow factors. Also Read: Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 4G with triple rear cameras and MediaTek Helio G88 launched
Improved Specifications on new Xiaomi Redmi Note
The latest Note series device is less about design and more about the specs. The Chinese smartphone brand is offering an excellent set of specifications at a competitive price point. The Redmi smartphone comes with a 6.43-inch Full-HD+ AMOLED display. Also Read: Kia Motors to launch EV6, the first electric car in India, by June 2022
This display also gets a screen refresh rate of 90 Hz. To recall, this display size is the same as its predecessor. Although the refresh rate on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 is still less than the one on the Redmi Note 10 Pro and the Pro Max. Keep in mind that this Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro and the Pro Max come with a 120Hz refresh rate. The maximum brightness on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 is also slightly lower than that on the Redmi Note 10.
At the official launch event, Redmi claims that the Note 11 peak brightness can reach up to 1000 nits. White, the peak brightness of the Redmi Note 10 can reach up to 1100 nits. In terms of display protection, both the Redmi Note 10 and the Redmi Note 11 come with the same glass protection as Corning Gorilla Glass 3. Also Read: iPhone 13 lineup leaks hints at mmWave 5G support outside the US
Upgraded Processor
The all-new Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 mobile phone runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 processor. This is an upgrade over the Snapdragon 678 SoC. To recall, this Snapdragon 678 powers the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10. Also Read: BSNL Rs 197 prepaid plan launched, 4 prepaid plans discontinued
Moreover, the latest processor is powerful enough to handle the daily tasks with ease. Furthermore, it should be able to offer some gaming action. The Chinese smartphone brand is offering this latest Redmi Note in multiple RAM/storage options. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy M33 5G India launched; first impressions
The all-new Redmi Note 11 comes with the base variant of 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. Additionally, the other variant includes 6 GB/64 GB and 6 GB/128 GB storage options. Moreover, this storage is expandable via a microSD card. The storage can also be expanded by up to 1 TB.
Slightly bumped up cameras
The camera unit on the latest Redmi Note phone gets a slight bump up. The phone features a quad-rear camera setup. Here, a 50-megapixel main sensor is accompanied by an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens. The other two sensors are 2-megapixel each: the macro and the depth sensors. Also Read: Kia EV9 SUV electric car, the US launch confirmed
Furthermore, the camera arrangement is pretty much the same as the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10. Although the Redmi Note 10 has a 48-megapixel camera, the Redmi Note 11 comes with a 50-megapixel one. For selfies and video calls, the 13-megapixel camera on the Note 11 is the same as the one we saw on the Redmi Note 10. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy F62 smartphone specs leaked ahead of launch
MIUI 13 without Android 12
The Redmi Note 11 is one of the first Xiaomi phones to launch with the MIUI 13 out of the box. Although this upgrade is not the biggest, as Xiaomi did not deliver Android 12 on the latest Redmi Note device. This means that the MIUI 13 on the Redmi Note 11 is based on the Android 12 OS.
Furthermore, the all-new Redmi Note phone does not come with 5G support. It also comes with an IP53 rating, which makes it dust- and splash-proof. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy A82 could support flip-camera phone
Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 official price in India
In India, the Redmi Note 11 comes with a starting price tag of Rs 13499 for the base variant with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. The other variant with 6GB RAM and 64GB storage comes with a price tag of Rs 14999. Also Read: Samsung Galaxy M30s and M31s receive Android 11 update, despite Exynos 9611 chipset
Furthermore, the top-end variant with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage costs around Rs 16499. Keep in mind that this is an effective cost after an introductory Rs 1000 discount. Xiaomi is also providing this introductory discount offer on the Bank of Baroda credit and debit cards.
As for its availability, the Xiaomi Redmi Note device is available for purchase via the Mi India website, Mi Home, Amazon India, and other retail stores all across the country. With this much price value, the Redmi Note 11 does not seem to be a value-for-money device. Additionally, this smartphone does not bring any groundbreaking upgrades over its predecessor. Also Read: Motorola Ibiza India Launch Date and Specifics Leaked
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