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Xiaomi Redmi K70 (16GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£410RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

Xiaomi Redmi K70 (16GB + 1TB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.2

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 10
✕
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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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

90%

8.2

Technical score

10%

?

User score

★Better than 90% of smartphones
8.2

Technical score

Technical score
8.2/ 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
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

25%

8.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

8.8

Display

15%

7.5

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

7.2

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

★Better than 90% of smartphones
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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%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £410

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Redmi K70 (16GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.2/ 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
★ Better than 90% of models
Score components:

25%

8.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

8.8

Display

15%

7.5

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

7.2

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

8.2
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
✕
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 K70 (16GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

60%

8.2

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

8.2
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
â–² Better than 87% of models
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor which is faster than processors in 86.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
RAM capacity
16 GB
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
1 GB
Internal storage
1 GB
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 1 TB which is larger than the storage of 94.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.6% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
â–² Better than 49% of models
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
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 52.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.6
Main camera aperture
f/1.6
★ Better than 91% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.6 which is wider than that of 90.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
â–² Better than 65% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
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
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.67 inches
Screen size
6.67 inches
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
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
1440x 3200 px
Screen resolution
1440x 3200 px
★ Better than 96% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x3200 px which is higher than that of 96% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
526 ppi
Pixel density
526 ppi
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 526 ppi which is higher than that of 97.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Refresh rate
120 Hz
â–² Better than 35% of models
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
5,000 mAh
Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
120 W
Charging speed
120 W
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 120 W which is faster than in 94.4% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
Wireless charging
yes
â–² Better than 75% of models
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
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
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
?
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Height
160.9 mm
Height
160.9 mm
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 160.9 mm which is shorter than 76.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
75 mm
Width
75 mm
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75 mm which is narrower than 68.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.2 mm
Thickness
8.2 mm
â–² Better than 52% of models
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
209 g
Weight
209 g
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 209 g which is heavier than 71.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1% of smartphones.
Device volume
96,000 cm³
Device volume
96,000 cm³
â–² Better than 57% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 96,000 cm³ which is smaller than 57.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi Redmi K70 (16GB + 1TB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    1 TB GB
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    120 W
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1440 x 3200 px
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 4x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    12,452
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (12,452 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    12,452 vs 3,115
  • 33.2% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    526 ppi
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (526 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    526 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 12.2% better value for money
    Xiaomi Redmi K70 (16GB + 1TB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.23 vs 7.3).
    8.23 vs 7.34
  • 8 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    1 TB GB
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (1 TB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    1 TB vs 256 GB
  • 4x higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    12,452
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (12,452 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    12,452 vs 3,115
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.2 GHz
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 6x more shader units
    N. of shading units
    1,536
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    1 x 3.2 GHz & 4 x 2.8 GHz & 3 x 2 GHz
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 3.49x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    13,364
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <975 – >12.4k
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (13,364 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    13,364 vs 3,825
  • 2.5x higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    64 GB/s
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Better processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2.03x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    5,152
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (5,152 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    5,152 vs 2,533
  • 2.93x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3,597
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <313 – >4.7k
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (3,597 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    3,597 vs 1,226
  • 2x more L3 cache
    L3 cache
    8,192 KB
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <1k KB – >8.2k KB
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2 more memory channels
    Memory channels
    4
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <2 – >4
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 52.7% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    4,200 MHz
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    OpenGL version
    3.3
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    Maximum RAM
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    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
  • 2.1% faster GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    970 MHz
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (970 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    970 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 64.8% higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    1,002
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <133 – >2.4k
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (1,002 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    1,002 vs 608
  • 5% lower TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    6.3 W
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (6.3 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    6.3 W vs 6 W
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Writing, AI Image Search, AI Subtitles, AI Portrait, Circle to Search(?
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    50 mm²
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    4320 x 24 fps
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    Dolby Vision video recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    Manual shutter speed
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.6
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.6 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.6 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    2
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    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
    HDR10 video recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    Dual-tone LED flash
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    1.0 µm
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 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 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), 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
    Infrared sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    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
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1440 x 3200 px
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x3200 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 33.2% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    526 ppi
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (526 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    526 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 2x higher touch sampling rate
    Touch sampling rate
    480 Hz
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <120 Hz – >480 Hz
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (480 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    480 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    Dolby Vision support
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    HDR10+ support
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    5000000:1
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Better display glass type
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    120 W
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2.7 mm shorter
    Height
    160.9 mm
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (160.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    160.9 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 mm narrower
    Width
    75 mm
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (75 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    75 mm vs 76 mm
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 27.1% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    573 min
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <487 min – >1.3k min
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (573 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    573 min vs 786 min
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi Redmi K70 (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 6.5% heavier
    Weight
    209 g
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (209 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    209 g vs 196.2 g
  • 57.7% more expensive
    Xiaomi Redmi K70 (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£410 vs £260).
    £410 vs £260
  • 1 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2023
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    November 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi Redmi K70 (16GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 57.7% more expensive
    Xiaomi Redmi K70 (16GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£410 vs £260).
    £410 vs £260
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 27.1% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    573 min
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <487 min – >1.3k min
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (573 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    573 min vs 786 min
  • 6.5% heavier
    Weight
    209 g
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (209 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    209 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2023
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    November 2023
    2023 vs 2024

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gizmochina.com
30/11/2023
Summary of the review
Redmi K70 Series Unboxing & Hands-on: Hmm... Can I still call it the flagship killer?
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china-gadgets.de
01/12/2023
Summary of the review
Xiaomi Redmi K70 Pro: This smartphone is a total beast
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What we like about Xiaomi Redmi K70 (16GB + 1TB)

  • Excellent performance thanks to a flagship-level Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, handling demanding apps and games smoothly and without lag.
  • High-quality, bright 2K/3K OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, praised for good colors, high brightness (up to 4000 nits peak), and eye comfort for long usage.
  • Very fast 120W wired charging that can charge the battery from 0% to 100% in a short time, often around 20-30 minutes.
  • Solid build quality with a premium feel, featuring a metal frame and frosted glass back, an improvement over previous generations' plastic builds.
  • Good battery life, generally lasting almost a full day even with intensive use.
  • Connectivity is a strong point, with support for 5G, Wi-Fi 6/7, Bluetooth 5.3/5.4, and NFC for contactless payments.
  • Includes useful accessories in the box like a 120W charger, USB cable, and protective case.
  • The device offers great value for its price point, providing flagship specifications at a mid-range price.
  • Fast and reliable fingerprint scanner that works consistently.

What we don't like about Xiaomi Redmi K70 (16GB + 1TB)

  • The camera performance is generally considered average or "mid", with the main camera taking decent photos but lacking the mind-blowing quality or color accuracy of higher-end flagships.
  • The ultra-wide and macro cameras are often described as underwhelming or mostly useless, especially in low-light conditions.
  • Users with the Chinese ROM face software issues when using the phone internationally, such as problems with Google Assistant, unremovable Chinese web browsers, and potential app crashes with specific regional apps.
  • Absence of an official IP rating for water and dust resistance to minimize costs, though some sealing is present.
  • No wireless charging support, which is a feature available on some competing phones.
  • Lack of 4K video recording option on the front (selfie) camera.
  • Some users reported that the device can overheat during intensive tasks like gaming or video calls, and charging simultaneously exacerbates the issue.
  • The USB-C port is only USB 2.0 standard, meaning wired image output is not possible.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Redmi K70 16GB + 1TB is a performance-focused flagship device featuring the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, paired with a massive 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage for lightning-fast speeds. It sports a vivid 6.67-inch OLED screen with a 1440 x 3200 resolution, a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, and an impressive 4000 nits of peak brightness. The device includes a triple camera system with a 50MP main sensor featuring Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), a 5000mAh battery, and 120W wired fast charging that reaches 100% in around 18 minutes. Key strengths include top-tier performance, a stellar display, and extremely fast charging, while drawbacks often cited are the poor performance of its secondary cameras and the potential software limitations and lack of wireless charging on the China-only version.

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