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Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Global (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Global (12GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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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Score components

90%

7.3

Technical score

10%

6.2

User score

â–²Better than 66% of smartphones
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 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%

7.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

6.1

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

â–²Better than 70% of smartphones
6.2

User score

User score
6.2/ 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%

7.6

User ratings

30%

3.1

Number of reviews

Based on 6 buyer reviews from online shops.
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 98% of smartphones
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Global (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 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%

7.5

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.4

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.7

Connectivity

4%

6.1

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

7.3
User score
User score
6.2/ 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%

7.6

User ratings

30%

3.1

Number of reviews

Based on 6 buyer reviews from online shops.
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
6.2
Popularity
Popularity
3.1/ 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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Popularity:
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Global (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 3.1 points, which is lower than 61.4% of smartphones.
3.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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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Score components:

60%

7.2

Overall score

40%

9.2

Price

7.8
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra processor model which is slower than processors in 55.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
RAM capacity
12 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Internal storage
512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.5 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% 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
108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Main camera megapixels
108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 92.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 83.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
44.2 mm²
Main camera sensor area
44.2 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 44.2 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 60.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
1.92 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
1080x 2400 px
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
395 ppi
Pixel density
395 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi which is higher than that of 41.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.9% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Refresh rate
120 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
5,110 mAh
Battery capacity
5,110 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,110 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 61.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
45 W
Charging speed
45 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 45 W which is faster than in 57.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 6.6% 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
yes
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
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
yes
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
162.4 mm
Height
162.4 mm
This smartphone has a height of 162.4 mm which is shorter than 64.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Width
75.7 mm
Width
75.7 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.7 mm which is narrower than 56% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
8 mm
Thickness
8 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8 mm which is thinner than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.9% of smartphones.
Weight
190 g
Weight
190 g
This smartphone weighs 190 g which is lighter than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 4.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
97,200 cm³
Device volume
97,200 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 97,200 cm³ which is smaller than 52.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Global (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 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.
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 81.8% higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    1,200 nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 660 nits
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 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
  • 1,100 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    2100 nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (2100 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    2,100 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Supports HDR10 support
    HDR10 support
    yes
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 6.1% better value for money
    Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Global (12GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.78 vs 7.3).
    7.78 vs 7.34
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    12 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 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
  • 2 more memory channels
    Memory channels
    4
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    51.2 GB/s
    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
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    2 x 2.5 GHz & 6 x 2 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.5 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.5 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    Maximum RAM
    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
  • 2x more L1
    L1 cache
    64 KB
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (64 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    64 KB vs 32 KB
  • 4.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.5 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 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 Erase, AI Sky, 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.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 38.1% larger main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    44.2 mm²
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Wider main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 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/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.3
    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
  • 81.8% higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    1,200 nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1200 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,200 nits vs 660 nits
  • 1,100 nits higher peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    2100 nits
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (2100 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    2,100 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    5000000:1
    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
    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
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 274.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    GSMArena max display brightness
    1,168 nits
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1168 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,168 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 30.3% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    1,024 min
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1024 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,024 min vs 786 min
  • 2.2% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    5,110 mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5110 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,110 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 36.4% faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    45 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (45 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    45 W vs 33 W
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    3.5 mm headphone jack
    yes
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    FM radio
    yes
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 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.
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    Release date
    2025
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    November 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • 3.2% lighter
    Weight
    190 g
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (190 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    190 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.3 mm thinner
    Thickness
    8 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1.2 mm shorter
    Height
    162.4 mm
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (162.4 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    162.4 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 7,025 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1080 x 30 fps
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • 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 Wi-Fi password sharing
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • 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.
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    0.64 µm
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.92 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 93% fewer shader units
    N. of shading units
    18
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (18 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    18 vs 256
  • 28.1% lower user score
    User score
    6.2/ 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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    Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Global
    the average smartphone
    Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Global (12GB + 512GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (6.25 vs 8.000).
    6.25 vs 8
  • 76.3% less popular
    Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Global (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (3.08 vs 5.4).
    3.08 vs 5.44
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 7,025 Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 93% fewer shader units
    N. of shading units
    18
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (18 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    18 vs 256
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    900 MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 9.6% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    2,291
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,291 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    2,291 vs 2,533
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    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
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    App offloading
    no
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    Instant markup
    no
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Main camera video
    1080 x 30 fps
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    0.64 µm
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.92 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 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 aptX HD
    aptX HD
    no
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower IP rating
    IP rating
    IP64
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP64 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP64 vs IP67

Video reviews

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gadgetbytenepal.com
19/01/2025
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02/02/2026
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techadvisor.com
17/03/2025
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androidheadlines.com
27/01/2025
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mi.com
11/12/2025
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frandroid.com
05/04/2025
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capital.fr
27/03/2025
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lesnumeriques.com
18/02/2025
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frandroid.com
28/01/2026
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macitynet.it
15/01/2025
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consumentenbond.nl
2025
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global.techradar.com
21/02/2025
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Third-party reviews

Based on 6 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Global (12GB + 512GB)

  • Fantastic, bright 120Hz AMOLED display with high peak brightness (up to 2100 nits) and Gorilla Glass protection.
  • Great value for its price point, offering premium features often found in higher-end devices.
  • Good performance for daily tasks, with a smooth and responsive user interface.
  • Excellent battery life that can last a full day of heavy use, with fast 45W charging support.
  • Solid build quality and an attractive, slim design with an IP64 splash resistance rating.
  • Competent main camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) that captures detailed and vibrant shots in good lighting.
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack, stereo speakers with Hi-Res audio, and an IR blaster.
  • Offers comprehensive connectivity options, including 5G support and dual SIM functionality.

What we don't like about Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Global (12GB + 512GB)

  • Software experience (HyperOS) is often described as a major downside due to bloatware, a cluttered interface, and potential issues with push notifications.
  • Video recording is limited to 1080p resolution, which is disappointing for the price point in 2025.
  • UFS 2.2 storage is slower compared to UFS 3.x/4.0 found in some competitors.
  • The ultra-wide and macro cameras produce soft images and lack detail compared to the main sensor.
  • Only offers a hybrid SIM slot, meaning users must choose between dual SIM use or expandable storage via a microSD card.
  • Haptic feedback is described as vague and not as sharp as on the Pro models.
  • The phone can get warm during extended gaming sessions or fast charging.
  • Middling software update policy, generally offering only two years of OS updates.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Global (12GB + 512GB) is a mid-range smartphone featuring a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 2100 nits. It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7025-Ultra processor, coupled with a generous 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage for fluid multitasking and ample space. The camera system includes a 108MP main lens with OIS, an 8MP ultra-wide, and a 2MP macro camera, alongside a 20MP front-facing camera. Key advantages include its vibrant display, solid battery life from its 5110mAh cell with 45W fast charging, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, and a useful 3.5mm headphone jack. However, the phone's performance can be sluggish compared to competitors in the same price range, and its camera system is less impressive than its "Pro" counterparts.

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