Review of the Redmi 11 Prime 5G to check if this is the right phone for you

Redmi 11 Prime 5G series like Redmi Note, which starts under 15,000 Rs, 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.

This is a 5G-ready device at someone looking for a phone under Rs 15,000 which will be future-proof as well. So far, Redmi is just one other 5G portfolio in the under Rs 20,000  Redmi Note 11T 5G. The Redmi 11 Prime 5G appears to be an attempt to correct this gap.

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

- 22.5W fast charger

- MIUI 13 with Android 12

Price:

Rs 13,999 for 4GB option,

Rs 15,999 for 6GB RAM

Pros

The camera module at the back is rather prominent and includes two cameras, a 50MP main camera and a 2MP depth camera. 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 phone continues with a headphone jack and has a fingerprint scanner as part of the power button. This 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 display is a capable one and remains legible in bright sunlight as well.

The performance is a good enough daily users. But yes, this is not a phone where you expect top-notch performance because the focus here is on something else. On the 5G connectivity front, this supports both Standalone (SA) and Non-Standalone (NSA) 5G.  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.

Cons

The Redmi 11 Prime 5G camera gives acceptable results when you are out shooting in bright. 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.
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