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Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Plus 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£250RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:200 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Plus 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Plus 5G (8GB + 256GB)
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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%

7.6

Technical score

10%

9.2

User score

â–²Better than 79% of smartphones
8.2

Value for money

Value for money
8.2/ 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

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

★Better than 94%
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

6.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.8

Camera

15%

8.9

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

8.1

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

8.1

Audio

3%

7.8

Design

â–²Better than 76%
9.2

User score

User score
9.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

9.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 96%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Plus 5G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

6.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.8

Camera

15%

8.9

Display

15%

7.0

Battery

10%

8.1

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

8.1

Audio

3%

7.8

Design

7.6
User score
User score
9.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

9.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.2
Popularity
Popularity
9.9/ 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 Pro+ Plus 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 9.9 points, which is higher than 93.3% of smartphones.
9.9
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

8.2
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor which is faster than processors in 65.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 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
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
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
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
200 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 200 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 97.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.65 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.65 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
62.7 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 62.7 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 86% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.56 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.56 µm which is smaller than in 97.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 2.1% of smartphones.
2.24 binned
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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
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.67 inches
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
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
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
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
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
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
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
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
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
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
?
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Height
162.5 mm
This smartphone has a height of 162.5 mm which is shorter than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Width
74.7 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.7 mm which is narrower than 74.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.8 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.8 mm which is thicker than 71.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.7% of smartphones.
Weight
205 g
This smartphone weighs 205 g which is heavier than 65.7% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
95,904 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 95,904 cm³ which is smaller than 57.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Plus 5G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 95.9% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (62.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    62.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    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
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (200 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    200 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    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
  • 2x higher touch sampling rate
    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
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • 14.5% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
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    Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Plus 5G
    the average smartphone
    Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Plus 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (9.16 vs 8.000).
    9.16 vs 8
  • 81.5% more popular
    Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Plus 5G (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (9.87 vs 5.4).
    9.87 vs 5.44
  • 11.3% better value for money
    Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Plus 5G (8GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.17 vs 7.3).
    8.17 vs 7.34
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    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 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.5 GHz & 3x2.4 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.5 GHz & 3x2.4 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 20.9% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,139 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,139 vs 942
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 26.4% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,201 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,201 vs 2,533
  • 4.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    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
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Erase Pro, AI Image Expansion, AI Notes, AI subtitles, AI recorder, AI interpreter, Gemini, Circle to Search
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 95.9% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (62.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    62.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (200 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    200 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.65 & 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/1.65 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    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 Bluetooth version
    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
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 2x higher touch sampling rate
    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
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Higher screen resolution
    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
    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
  • Higher contrast ratio
    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
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    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
  • 2.2% larger battery capacity
    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
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 1.3 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.7 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.7 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    January 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 1.1 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (162.5 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    162.5 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 49.5% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (480 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    480 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.24 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    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.
    2.24 binned
    0.56 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 0.5 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 4.5% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (205 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    205 g vs 196.2 g
  • 14.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (1,049 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    1,049 vs 1,226
  • 49.5% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (480 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    480 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 14.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (1,049 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    1,049 vs 1,226
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 0.24 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    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.
    2.24 binned
    0.56 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.5 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 4.5% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (205 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    205 g vs 196.2 g

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What we like about Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Plus 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • Fantastic, bright 1.5K AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection, praised as excellent for media consumption.
  • Premium and sturdy design with an aluminum frame, curved display, and a high-level IP68 dust and water resistance rating.
  • Extremely fast 120W wired charging that can achieve a full charge in around 21-25 minutes.
  • Solid performance for daily use and multitasking, with some users finding it smooth and fast in non-demanding tasks and casual gaming.
  • Main 200MP camera (with OIS) performs well in good lighting and night shots, producing clean, detailed images.
  • Good battery life, typically lasting a full day under moderate-heavy use.
  • Includes features like an IR blaster, NFC, and dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support.
  • Good value for money, especially when purchased on sale or at a discount.
  • Generous base storage and RAM configurations (e.g., 8GB/256GB, 12GB/512GB).
  • Supports eSIM functionality.

What we don't like about Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ Plus 5G (8GB + 256GB)

  • The software experience, Xiaomi HyperOS, is often criticized for being bloated with pre-installed apps and ads, occasionally sluggish, and for aggressive background app management that can affect notifications.
  • Overall camera performance is inconsistent; while the main sensor can be good, the ultrawide and particularly the 2MP macro cameras are underwhelming and produce soft, low-quality images.
  • Ships with an older Android 14 operating system, meaning fewer major version updates in its lifecycle compared to some competitors.
  • Performance in demanding games and resource-intensive tasks can show occasional jitters and lag compared to other phones in the same price range.
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • Uses slower UFS 2.2 and LPDDR4x storage and RAM types in the global version, a downgrade compared to the Chinese model's UFS 3.1 and LPDDR5.
  • No expandable storage via microSD card slot.
  • Lacks support for 4K video recording at 60fps.
  • Can feel slightly heavy.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus 5G is a mid-range phone defined by a premium-feeling design with IP68 water and dust resistance, a fantastic 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and incredibly fast 120W HyperCharge for its 5110mAh battery. Key features include a 200MP main camera with OIS for excellent photos in good lighting, a capable Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset paired with 8GB RAM and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage, and a surprisingly good 20MP front-facing camera. While the main camera excels, the secondary 8MP ultrawide and 2MP macro cameras are underwhelming, and the phone ships with an outdated version of HyperOS based on Android 14, leading to bloatware and a slightly less fluid user experience compared to competitors.

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