Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G Review: specs and features, camera quality test, gaming benchmark, user opinions and photos

Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G - pleasant changes

Smartphones from the Chinese company Xiaomi are improving with each generation, but sometimes the changes are not as dramatic as fans of the brand would like. But the hero of today's review is definitely better than its predecessor, and in general it feels like a phone of a different level. Let's figure out what makes the new product so attractive.

The appearance of the device is now more modern and technological. The display frame is slightly narrower, the photo module block has been updated, the shape of the monoblock is more ergonomic. The colors of the cases are also beautiful, the side fingerprint scanner is convenient. There is also moisture protection, but only according to IP64 standards. The 6.9-inch IPS screen is not the strongest side of the phablet, but it also has its advantages. The FullHD + resolution is almost enough for picture clarity with the selected diagonal, the 144 Hz refresh rate is impressive, the color rendition is slightly dim, but still not mediocre. But the brightness of 500 nits will not be enough for comfortable interaction with the device in direct sunlight.

The technical characteristics have noticeably increased in performance. The latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 processor is in fact an upgraded 695th chip, which with 4GB/8GB of RAM and the Adreno 619 video core is capable of scoring about 450 thousand points in the AnTuTu test. This is not a top-end, but a viable solution, with which lags in the HyperOS shell will be rare, and resource-intensive games will become available with low-medium graphics settings. The battery capacity has been increased to 7000 mAh, the autonomy is excellent. You can count on 12-15 hours of active screen time. There is fast charging, but 33W is far from records. ROM is allocated 128/256 GB with a slot for MicroSD cards. But it is strongly recommended to take the version with a larger amount of RAM and internal memory for greater comfort when working with a mobile assistant.

Photo capabilities have not undergone a significant upgrade. 50 and 2-megapixel cameras lack optical stabilization, so you should not expect perfect detail in photos and video files from them. Even in daylight, you can sometimes run into noise and blur in the pictures. There is no stereo sound, but you can enjoy your favorite music with wireless headphones. Support for 5G networks, NFC contactless payments, and an IR port improve the functionality of the gadget, which looks more than competitive and suitable for purchase.