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Xiaomi Redmi 14C (4GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.88 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 2 MP

Xiaomi Redmi 14C (4GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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 85% of models
Score components

90%

5.5

Technical score

10%

8.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 85% of smartphones
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 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 71% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 71%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 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 88% of models
Score components

25%

4.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

5.1

Display

15%

5.6

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

6.5

Connectivity

4%

1.9

Audio

3%

5.5

Design

â–¼Worse than 88%
8.5

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

8.9

Number of reviews

â–²Better than 79%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Redmi 14C (4GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 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 88% of models
Score components:

25%

4.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.2

Camera

15%

5.1

Display

15%

5.6

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

6.5

Connectivity

4%

1.9

Audio

3%

5.5

Design

5.5
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

8.9

Number of reviews

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 85% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi Redmi 14C (4GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 8.9 points, which is higher than 84.9% of smartphones.
8.9
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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 71% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.1
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
4 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% 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 & f/3.0
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.4 & f/3.0 which is narrower than that of 51.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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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
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone has 1 microphones, which is fewer than in 89.6% of smartphones and equal to the number in 10.4% 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 (4GB + 128GB) 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
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • 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 (4GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Xiaomi Redmi 14C (4GB + 128GB) 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 (4GB + 128GB) 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 (4GB + 128GB) 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
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • 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
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 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
  • 4% worse value for money
    Xiaomi Redmi 14C (4GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (7.05 vs 7.3).
    7.05 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
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 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
  • 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.
    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
  • 87.5% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (32 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    32 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 & f/3 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 & f/3.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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
  • 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 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.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 1 fewer microphone/s
    This smartphone has fewer microphones than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 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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What we like about Xiaomi Redmi 14C (4GB + 128GB)

  • 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 (4GB + 128GB)

  • 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 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 resolution of 720 x 1640 pixels. It is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra processor and runs Xiaomi's HyperOS based on Android 14. The phone comes with up to 8GB of RAM (expandable with virtual RAM) and 256GB of eMMC 5.1 internal storage, which can be further expanded via a dedicated microSDXC card slot. Key features include a 50MP main rear camera and a 13MP front camera, a large 5160mAh battery with 18W fast charging support (charger not included in the box), a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and NFC (market dependent). Pros include the high 120Hz refresh rate and large display for its price point, long battery life, and modern software with guaranteed updates. Cons often mentioned are the display's low HD+ resolution, basic performance from the older G81 Ultra chipset, slow eMMC 5.1 storage, and mono speaker audio quality.

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Graphic comparison of Xiaomi Redmi 14C (4GB + 128GB) and other smartphones

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