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Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.88 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 2 MP

Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB)
5.7/10

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

90%

5.4

Technical score

10%

8.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 87% of smartphones
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 78%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

25%

4.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.3

Camera

15%

4.6

Display

15%

5.4

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

6.5

Connectivity

4%

4.1

Audio

3%

5.5

Design

â–¼Worse than 91%
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

8.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 79%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

25%

4.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.3

Camera

15%

4.6

Display

15%

5.4

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

6.5

Connectivity

4%

4.1

Audio

3%

5.5

Design

5.4
User score
User score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

8.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
8.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 85% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8.9 points, which is higher than 84.9% of smartphones.
8.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.0
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra processor model which is slower than processors in 91.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 84.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 57.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 57.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
20.5 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 20.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 76.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.88 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.88 inches which is larger than the screens of 92.4% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.3% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1640 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1640 px which is lower than that of 77.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.6% of smartphones.
Pixel density
260 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 260 ppi which is lower than that of 93.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,160 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,160 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 62.8% of smartphones and equal to those in 1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
134 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 134 min which is slower than 92.6% of smartphones and equal to the time of 0.6% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
171.9 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 171.9 mm which is taller than 90.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Width
77.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 77.8 mm which is wider than 81.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.3% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.2 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.2 mm which is thinner than 51.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
211 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 211 g which is heavier than 74% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1% of smartphones.
Device volume
105,336 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 105,336 cm³ which is larger than 78.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 0.21 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.88 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 3.2% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5160 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,160 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 5.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Xiaomi Redmi 14C
    the average smartphone
    Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.45 vs 8.000).
    8.45 vs 8
  • 63.3% more popular
    Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.88 vs 5.4).
    8.88 vs 5.44
  • 2x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • 0.21 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.88 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 3.2% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5160 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,160 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 34.2% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (260 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    260 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 4.8% worse value for money
    Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7 vs 7.3).
    7 vs 7.34
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • 56.8% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (407 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    407 vs 942
  • 75% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (1024 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    1,024 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.7% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.0 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 46.6% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (5500 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    5,500 million vs 10,300 million
  • 34.5% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1800 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 88.8% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (68 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    68 vs 608
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 45.1% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,391 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    average score for the processor
    1,391 vs 2,533
  • 47.6% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (13.4 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    13.41 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 81.3% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (48 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    48 vs 256
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2 GHz & 6x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2 GHz & 6x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 35.9% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    20.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    50 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (13 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    13 MP vs 16 MP
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No gyroscope
    This smartphone does not have a gyroscope, the average smartphone does. 84.4% of smartphones feature a gyroscope.
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 34.2% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (260 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    260 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 31.8% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (450 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    450 nits vs 660 nits
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1640 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1640 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a lower contrast ratio than the average smartphone (1500:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 400 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (600 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    600 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 72 min slower full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a slower full wired charge time than the average smartphone (134 min vs 62 min). The average smartphone takes 62 min to charge.
    134 min vs 62 min
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP52 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP52 vs IP67
  • 8.3 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (171.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    171.9 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 7.5% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (211 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    211 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.8 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (77.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    77.8 mm vs 76 mm

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20/10/2024
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27/03/2025
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27/01/2026
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB)

  • Large 6.88-inch display with 120Hz refresh rate.
  • 5,160 mAh battery providing long life.
  • Offers good value for the cost.
  • Runs Android 14 and HyperOS.
  • Expandable storage up to 1TB via microSD.
  • 50MP main camera capable of decent photos in good light.
  • Features a side fingerprint sensor and AI face unlock.
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and FM radio.
  • Modern, lightweight design.

What we don't like about Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB)

  • HD+ resolution on the 6.88-inch screen.
  • Basic performance with MediaTek Helio G81-Ultra.
  • Slow storage using eMMC 5.1 technology.
  • Poor low-light camera performance.
  • Basic mono speaker.
  • HyperOS includes bloatware.
  • No official water or dust resistance rating.
  • Below-average battery efficiency despite large capacity.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Redmi 14C (8GB + 256GB variant) is a budget-friendly 4G smartphone, released in August 2024, featuring a 6.88-inch IPS LCD display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and a large 5,160mAh battery. It is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G81-Ultra processor and runs on Android 14 with Xiaomi's HyperOS. A key selling point is the substantial 8GB of RAM (with memory extension capability) and 256GB of eMMC 5.1 internal storage, which is expandable up to 1TB via a dedicated microSDXC slot. Photography is handled by a 50MP main rear camera and a 13MP front camera, offering features like HDR and Night mode. Pros include its modern, premium-feeling design, the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and good value for everyday tasks. Cons include the display's HD+ resolution which results in a less sharp image on a large screen, the use of older, slower eMMC 5.1 storage, a mono speaker setup, and the fact that a fast charger is not included in the box for the supported 18W charging speed in all regions.

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