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Xiaomi Redmi K50i (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£390RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.6 inchesMain camera megapixels:64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

Xiaomi Redmi K50i (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 K50i (8GB + 256GB)
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

90%

6.6

Technical score

10%

8.6

User score

â–²Better than 56% of smartphones
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

â–¼Worse than 56%
6.6

Technical score

Technical score
6.6/ 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–² Better than 51% of models
Score components

25%

6.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

6.7

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.9

Connectivity

4%

7.1

Audio

3%

6.0

Design

â–²Better than 51%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 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 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

9.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 83%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Redmi K50i (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.6/ 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–² Better than 51% of models
Score components:

25%

6.7

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

6.7

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.9

Connectivity

4%

7.1

Audio

3%

6.0

Design

6.6
User score
User score
8.6/ 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 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

9.4

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
9.4/ 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 89% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi Redmi K50i (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 9.4 points, which is higher than 88.9% of smartphones.
9.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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 56% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

7.3
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 8100
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 8100 processor which is faster than processors in 69.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% 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
2.85 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.85 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 73.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% 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
64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 78.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.8% 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
41 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 41 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 54.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% 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
6.6 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.6 inches which is smaller than the screens of 62.9% of smartphones and equal to those of 4.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2460 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2460 px which is higher than that of 65.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
407 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 407 ppi which is higher than that of 66.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,080 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,080 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 59.1% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
67 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 67 W which is faster than in 72.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.1% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes 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
no
This smartphone does not include 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
163.6 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm which is shorter than 48.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.3% of smartphones.
Width
74.3 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.3 mm which is narrower than 79% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.9 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.9 mm which is thicker than 75.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Weight
200 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 200 g which is heavier than 58.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
96,496 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 96,496 cm³ which is smaller than 55.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi Redmi K50i (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 2.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (67 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    67 W vs 33 W
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6400 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 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.
  • 8% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 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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    the average smartphone
    Xiaomi Redmi K50i (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.64 vs 8.000).
    8.64 vs 8
  • 72.3% more popular
    Xiaomi Redmi K50i (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.37 vs 5.4).
    9.37 vs 5.44
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6400 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 18.8% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.85 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.85 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.85 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 86.7% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (5,816 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    5,816 vs 3,115
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • 32.9% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,367 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,367 vs 2,533
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 49.9% higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (5,734 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    5,734 vs 3,825
  • 11.9% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,054 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,054 vs 942
  • 50% more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (384 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    384 vs 256
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 8100 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 8,100 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    64 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 28.1% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (41 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    41 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2460 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2460 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 3% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (407 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    407 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 12.5% higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (270 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    270 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 2.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (67 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    67 W vs 33 W
  • 1.6% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5080 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,080 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.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.7 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • 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
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • 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 focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP53 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP53 vs IP67
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 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.
  • 50% more expensive
    Xiaomi Redmi K50i (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£390 vs £260).
    £390 vs £260
  • 9.5% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (860 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    860 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    3.1 vs 3.2
  • 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 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.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 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
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a lower contrast ratio than the average smartphone (1400:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1.
    1,400:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 350 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (650 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    650 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 0.07 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP53 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP53 vs IP67
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    July 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 0.6 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1.9% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (200 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    200 g vs 196.2 g

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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financialexpress.com
20/07/2022
Summary of the review
Financial Express - Redmi K50i review: Redefining value, yet again
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gadgetsnow.indiatimes.com
03/10/2023
Summary of the review
Xiaomi Redmi K50i review: A reliable choice - Gadgets Now
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digit.in
01/08/2023
Summary of the review
Redmi K50i Review: Performance Without Panache - Digit
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iris.ma
01/07/2022
Summary of the review
Xiaomi Redmi K50i price in Morocco - iris.ma
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Xiaomi Redmi K50i (8GB + 256GB)

  • Powerful MediaTek Dimensity 8100 chipset, ideal for gaming and heavy use.
  • Excellent price-to-performance ratio, offering flagship-level performance at a mid-range price.
  • Long battery life (5080mAh) that often lasts a full day, even with heavy use.
  • Fast 67W wired charging, with the charger included in the box.
  • Smooth and responsive 144Hz FFS LCD display with Dolby Vision and HDR10 support.
  • Presence of a 3.5mm headphone jack and an IR blaster, features often missing in competitors.
  • Good quality stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support.
  • The main 64MP camera captures detailed and vibrant photos in good daylight conditions.
  • Effective cooling system prevents overheating during intense tasks or gaming sessions.
  • Fast and reliable side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

What we don't like about Xiaomi Redmi K50i (8GB + 256GB)

  • The design is considered generic and the body is made entirely of plastic, which feels less premium than glass-back alternatives.
  • Uses an LCD panel instead of the more vibrant AMOLED displays found on some competing phones in the same price range, resulting in less deep blacks and poorer contrast.
  • Low-light camera performance is only passable and shows some noise.
  • The 2MP macro lens is generally considered a weak point and not very useful.
  • MIUI software comes with pre-installed third-party apps (bloatware), although most can be uninstalled.
  • Selfie camera can overexpose backgrounds in bright conditions.
  • Some users reported potential long-term software or battery issues, such as the battery percentage getting stuck.
  • Lack of OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) results in potentially jerky video footage, even with EIS.
  • No option for expandable storage via a microSD card slot.

Verdict

The Redmi K50i (8GB + 256GB) is a performance-focused mid-range smartphone featuring a powerful MediaTek Dimensity 8100 processor, 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and fast 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. It boasts a 6.6-inch FHD+ 144Hz Liquid FFS display protected by Gorilla Glass 5, a versatile triple-camera system with a 64MP main sensor, and a large 5080mAh battery with 67W fast charging. While its processing power, high refresh rate screen, fast charging, and strong battery life are major pros, some cons include the use of an LCD display instead of AMOLED and potentially mixed results from the camera in low-light conditions.

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