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Xiaomi Redmi K70 Ultra (24GB + 1TB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£640RAM capacity:24 GBInternal storage:1 TBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

Xiaomi Redmi K70 Ultra (24GB + 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.

8.1

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 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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Score components

90%

8.1

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 89% of smartphones
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 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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Score components

25%

9.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

8.6

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

6.0

Audio

3%

7.7

Design

â–²Better than 89% 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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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Redmi K70 Ultra (24GB + 1TB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 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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Score components:

25%

9.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

8.6

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

6.0

Audio

3%

7.7

Design

8.1
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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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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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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Popularity:
Xiaomi Redmi K70 Ultra (24GB + 1TB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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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Score components:

60%

8.1

Overall score

40%

7.1

Price

7.8
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus processor which is faster than processors in 94% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
24 GB
RAM capacity
24 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 24 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 96.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
Internal storage
1 GB
Internal storage
1 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
3.4 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
3.4 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 92.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
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
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
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
?
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Main camera sensor area
50 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
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.
0.8 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
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
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
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
Screen size
6.67 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
1220x 2712 px
Screen resolution
1220x 2712 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1220x2712 px which is higher than that of 77.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Pixel density
446 ppi
Pixel density
446 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 446 ppi which is higher than that of 78.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Refresh rate
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
5,500 mAh
Battery capacity
5,500 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,500 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 67.7% of smartphones and equal to those in 3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
120 W
Charging speed
120 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
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
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
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
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
160.4 mm
Height
160.4 mm
This smartphone has a height of 160.4 mm which is shorter than 78.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
75.1 mm
Width
75.1 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.1 mm which is narrower than 66.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.4 mm
Thickness
8.4 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.4 mm which is thicker than 55.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.6% of smartphones.
Weight
204 g
Weight
204 g
This smartphone weighs 204 g which is heavier than 64.2% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
96,000 cm³
Device volume
96,000 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 Ultra (24GB + 1TB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 16 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    24 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    24 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    1 TB 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
    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
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 41.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.4 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2.36x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    2,224
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2,224 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,224 vs 942
  • 2.42x higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    1,600 nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,600 nits vs 660 nits
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    4320 x 30 fps
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 6.6% better value for money
    Xiaomi Redmi K70 Ultra (24GB + 1TB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.82 vs 7.3).
    7.82 vs 7.34
  • 16 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    24 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    24 GB vs 8 GB
  • 4x more storage
    Internal storage
    1 TB 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
  • 41.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    3.4 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2.36x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    2,224
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2,224 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,224 vs 942
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    1 x 3.4 GHz & 3 x 2.85 GHz & 4 x 2 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.4 GHz & 3x2.85 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.4 GHz & 3x2.85 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Better processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 9,300 Plus vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 6x more shader units
    N. of shading units
    1,536
    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
  • 3x higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    76.8 GB/s
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (76.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    76.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 3.5x more L2 cache
    L2 cache
    3,584 KB
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (3584 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    3,584 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 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
  • 2.93x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    7,415
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (7,415 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    7,415 vs 2,533
  • 3.57x higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    13,665
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (13,665 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    13,665 vs 3,825
  • 36.8% faster GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    1,300 MHz
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1300 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,300 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 74.5% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    4,800 MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4800 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 2.2x more transistors
    Number of transistors
    22,700 million
    This smartphone has more transistors than the average smartphone (22700 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone includes 10300 million transistors.
    22,700 million vs 10,300 million
  • 71.4% higher maximum RAM
    Maximum RAM
    24 GB
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    24 GB vs 14 GB
  • 2x more L3 cache
    L3 cache
    8,192 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
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    productivity
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Notes, AI Translation, AI-powered wallpaper creation, AI face unlock
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Better main camera video
    Main camera video
    4320 x 30 fps
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    50 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
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    Dolby Vision video recording
    yes
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    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
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    1.0 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.
    0.8 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    20 MP
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (20 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    20 MP vs 16 MP
  • 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)
    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)
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.4
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Has an infrared sensor
    Infrared sensor
    yes
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 2.42x higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    1,600 nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,600 nits vs 660 nits
  • 2x higher touch sampling rate
    Touch sampling rate
    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
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    144 Hz
    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
    Dolby Vision support
    yes
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    HDR10+ support
    yes
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1220 x 2712 px
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1220x2712 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1220x2712 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 12.9% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    446 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (446 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    446 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 200.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    GSMArena max display brightness
    1,094 nits
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1094 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,094 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    120 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
  • 10% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    5,500 mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    aptX Lossless
    yes
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • Is designed for seniors
    Suitable for seniors
    yes
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 3.2 mm shorter
    Height
    160.4 mm
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (160.4 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    160.4 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Better IP rating
    IP rating
    IP68
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 0.9 mm narrower
    Width
    75.1 mm
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (75.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    75.1 mm vs 76 mm
  • Lacks multithreading support
    Multithreading
    no
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • No aptX HD
    aptX HD
    no
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • No reverse wired charging
    Reverse wired charging
    no
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 2.46x more expensive
    Xiaomi Redmi K70 Ultra (24GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£640 vs £260).
    £640 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi Redmi K70 Ultra (24GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 2.46x more expensive
    Xiaomi Redmi K70 Ultra (24GB + 1TB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£640 vs £260).
    £640 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi Redmi K70 Ultra (24GB + 1TB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • Lacks multithreading support
    Multithreading
    no
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.4
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • No reverse wired charging
    Reverse wired charging
    no
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    aptX HD
    no
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 4% heavier
    Weight
    204 g
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (204 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    204 g vs 196.2 g

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What we like about Xiaomi Redmi K70 Ultra (24GB + 1TB)

  • Extremely high performance, especially in demanding mobile games, due to the powerful MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset and D1 display chip.
  • Excellent value for money and competitive pricing given its flagship-level hardware specifications.
  • Very fast 120W wired charging that can fully charge the 5500 mAh battery quickly (around half an hour).
  • High-quality display with a bright 4000 nits peak brightness, 1.5K resolution, 144Hz refresh rate, and high-frequency PWM dimming.
  • Premium feel and solid build quality, featuring a metal frame and glass back, with an IP68 dust and water resistance rating.
  • Good camera performance in daytime static photography, producing excellent photos with good dynamic range and saturation using the 50MP main sensor.
  • Modern and attractive design with narrow bezels and an appealing camera module design.
  • Generous memory configurations, with options up to 24GB RAM and 1TB storage.
  • Good thermal management for a high-end chipset according to some users.

What we don't like about Xiaomi Redmi K70 Ultra (24GB + 1TB)

  • Significant software optimization issues in the Chinese ROM (HyperOS), leading to app crashes for some users and problematic notifications (e.g., WhatsApp calls).
  • Limited language options (primarily English and Chinese) and potential network support limitations in global regions, as it is a Chinese version phone.
  • Difficulty or inability to unlock the bootloader on phones running the Chinese HyperOS, which limits custom ROM options.
  • Underwhelming camera performance in low-light/night conditions, with issues like overexposure around light sources and significant motion blur in moving shots.
  • The 2MP macro camera is considered mostly useless by reviewers.
  • Battery life can be short under heavy usage (less than 10 hours for some users).
  • Average video stabilization and a need for general camera improvements in areas like zoom and motion capture modes.
  • Can get warm with very demanding games or in hot weather, despite the cooling system.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Redmi K70 Ultra (24GB + 1TB) is a high-performance device featuring a MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor and a massive 24GB of LPDDR5X RAM with 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage for exceptional speed and multitasking. Key features include a vibrant 6.67-inch 144Hz OLED display with up to 4000 nits peak brightness, a 50MP triple-camera system, and a large 5,500mAh battery with 120W wired fast charging that reaches 100% in 24 minutes. Pros include flagship-level performance for gaming, a stunning and fast-refreshing display, and ultra-fast charging, though it lacks wireless charging and is typically sold with a China-specific ROM that requires manual installation of Google services and may have limited global language support.

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