Xiaomi Redmi K50 Universe Review: specs and features, camera quality test, gaming benchmark, user opinions and photos

Xiaomi Redmi K50 Universe - space flagship

The Chinese company Redmi (a sub-brand of Xiaomi) has been pleasing loyal fans for several years not only with smartphones of the low and medium price segment, but also with the highest cost category. But to this day, the developer has not released real flagship devices that can compete on equal terms with the best analogues from A-brands. The hero of today's review corrects this unfortunate omission.

The appearance of the novelty will definitely deserve the love of the audience. The manufacturer did not stint on high-quality assembly materials in the form of metal and durable tempered glass, the triple camera unit received an updated design, and the 6.67-inch AMOLED screen almost lost its frames around the entire perimeter. For the first time in Redmi smartphones, we meet an AMOLED display with a resolution of 3200x1440 pixels, due to which the clarity of the output image is higher than that of most alternatives at a similar price. Other advantages of the screen are the refresh rate of 120 hertz , an impressive margin of brightness and an accurate fingerprint scanner. It should be noted that even the protective film is endowed with an effective oleophobic layer.

The top performance of the phablet is achieved with the latest Mediatek Dimensity 9000 CPU, 8GB/12GB RAM and Mali G710MC10 GPU. The bundle is not inferior to competitors and is gaining more than a million points in the Antutu benchmark. Any modern game projects operate at maximum graphics settings without the slightest lag, while less demanding applications will also please you with instant launch and increased scrolling smoothness. The energy efficiency of the chipset is not a record, but it is sufficient for a 5000 mAh battery to consistently provide a day and a half of active work with a mobile assistant. The phone is deprived of wireless charging, but its wired version has a power of 120W . Staying at the outlet will take no more than 20-25 minutes. 128/256GB UFS 3.1 ROM is an excellent addition to all of the above.

The 50-, 8- and 2-megapixel main photomodules are headed by the Sony IMX766 technology sensor with optical stabilization, so the photo capabilities of the device are the best in the series. The absence of jerks in 4K video, decent detail and realistic color reproduction of both day and night shots will delight beginners and experienced photographers. The sound of the two speakers is rich and deep, NFC contactless payments, support for 5G networks and infrared increase the list of gadget advantages. Unfortunately, the company saved on moisture protection to reduce costs. But even without it, users will like the device due to its functionality, beauty and manufacturability.