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Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G (6GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£210RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP

Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G (6GB + 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.

5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

90%

5.9

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 83% of smartphones
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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 84% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 84%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
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 78% of models
Score components

25%

5.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.1

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

5.7

Battery

10%

4.1

Software

10%

7.4

Connectivity

4%

5.1

Audio

3%

6.6

Design

â–¼Worse than 78%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £210
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
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 78% of models
Score components:

25%

5.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.1

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

5.7

Battery

10%

4.1

Software

10%

7.4

Connectivity

4%

5.1

Audio

3%

6.6

Design

5.9
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G (6GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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 84% of models
Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

9.4

Price

6.9
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G processor which is faster than processors in 51.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.6% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% 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
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 10
Android version
Android 10
This smartphone runs Android version Android 10 which is older than that found in 88.8% of smartphones and equal to that in 5.1% 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
48 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP which is lower than that of 79.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 83% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
30.7 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 30.7 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 binned
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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
yes
This smartphone supports 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
6.67 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches which is larger than the screens of 38.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 13.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
395 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi which is higher than that of 41.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.9% 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
4,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 78.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 5.9% of smartphones.
Charging speed
30 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 30 W which is slower than in 61.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
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
165.3 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 165.3 mm which is taller than 69.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Width
76.6 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.6 mm which is wider than 65.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.8 mm which is thicker than 71.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.7% of smartphones.
Weight
208 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 208 g which is heavier than 69.7% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
100,320 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 100,320 cm³ which is larger than 64.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.9% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G (6GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (8 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    8 W vs 6 W
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (8 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    8 W vs 6 W
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.4 GHz & 1x2.2 GHz & 6x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.4 GHz & 1x2.2 GHz & 6x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (20 MP & 2 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    20 MP & 2 MP vs 16 MP
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 & f/2.2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 & f/2.2 vs f/2.2
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 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.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 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
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & 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/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 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.
  • 21.1% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (750 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    750 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G (6GB + 128GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 6% worse value for money
    Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G (6GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.92 vs 7.3).
    6.92 vs 7.34
  • 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
  • 21.1% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (750 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    750 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • 50% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1,024 KB.
    512 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 33.6% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 46.1% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,678 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,678 vs 3,115
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 13.7% lower PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark score than the average smartphone (3,787 vs 4,389). The average smartphone scores 4,389 in PassMark.
    3,787 vs 4,389
  • 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.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 10 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 10 vs Android 14
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & 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/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 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 (48 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No manual focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a manual focus mode, the average smartphone does. 91.2% of smartphones offer manual focus.
  • 4.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No continuous autofocus in video
    This smartphone does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average smartphone does. 94.2% of smartphones have continuous AF.
  • No manual exposure control
    This smartphone does not offer manual exposure control, the average smartphone does. 94% of smartphones have manual exposure.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 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
  • 292 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (708 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    708 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 10% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 9.1% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (30 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    30 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.
  • 4 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2020 vs 2024). 4.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    May 2020
    2020 vs 2024
  • 6% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (208 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    208 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.5 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1.7 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (165.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    165.3 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 0.6 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (76.6 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.6 mm vs 76 mm

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What customers like about Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G (6GB + 128GB)

  • Extremely competitive price for the features offered (great value for money).
  • Smooth and responsive 6.67-inch IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
  • Good performance for the price, powered by the Snapdragon 765G processor, suitable for gaming and multitasking.
  • Long-lasting 4,500mAh battery with 30W fast charging support.
  • Solid build quality and attractive design, including Gorilla Glass 5 protection on the front.
  • Main 48MP camera takes detailed, contrasty, and color-accurate photos in good lighting conditions.
  • Includes a 3.5mm audio jack and expandable storage via a hybrid SIM slot.
  • Features 5G connectivity, NFC, and a fast, side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
  • Comes with a charger and silicone case in the box.

What customers don't like about Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G (6GB + 128GB)

  • Camera quality can be subpar in low-light conditions, with smearing and less detail.
  • MIUI software can be frustrating for users accustomed to stock Android, with occasional bugs and a steep learning curve for non-Chinese versions.
  • The IPS LCD screen lacks the deep blacks and contrast of AMOLED displays.
  • The phone can sometimes get warm or experience performance throttling during extended heavy gaming sessions (though this may be more prevalent on the K30 Ultra variant).
  • Some users dislike the large pill-shaped punch-hole cutout for the dual front cameras.
  • The Chinese version has limited LTE band support (e.g., lacks Band 20 and Band 28), which can affect connectivity outside of China.
  • Audio quality through the headphone jack and single bottom-firing speaker is considered just okay.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G is a mid-range smartphone featuring a 6.67-inch Full HD+ IPS LCD display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G 5G processor, paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.1 internal storage, delivering solid performance and next-generation connectivity. A primary 48MP quad-camera setup and a 4,500mAh battery with 30W fast charging support are also highlights. Pros include the high-refresh-rate display and powerful 5G-enabled chipset for the price point, along with a 3.5mm headphone jack and NFC support. Cons include the display being LCD instead of AMOLED, average low-light camera performance, and the lack of an official IP water resistance rating.

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