Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ hands-on review

Introduction

The Redmi Note 14 Pro+ is the latest flagship model in Xiaomi's highly successful Redmi Note series of premium mid-range devices. While the device was initially launched exclusively in China, it is now also available in India, along with the cheaper Redmi Note 14 Pro and the Redmi Note 14 devices.

Replacing the previous generation Redmi Note 13 Pro+, the new model features a comprehensive suite of improvements. This includes a new design, an updated display, a newer chipset, larger battery, and the company's latest software with a host of AI features.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro+ specs at a glance:

• Body: 162.5x74.7x8.8mm, 205g; Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorrila Glass 7i) or silicone polymer back (eco leather); IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 2m for 24 hours), IP69K (market/region dependent).
• Display: 6.67" AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 3000 nits (peak), 1220x2712px resolution, 20.01:9 aspect ratio, 446ppi; Always-on display.
• Chipset: Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm): Octa-core (1x2.5 GHz Cortex-A720 & 3x2.4 GHz Cortex-A720 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A520); Adreno 710 (940 MHz).
• Memory: 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM; UFS 2.2 or UFS 3.1.
• OS/Software: Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades, HyperOS.
• Rear camera: Wide (main): 50 MP, f/1.6, 24mm, 1/1.55", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS; Telephoto: 50 MP, f/2.0, 60mm, 1/2.76", PDAF (50cm - ∞), 2.5x optical zoom; Ultra wide angle: 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 120˚, 1/4.0", 1.12µm.
• Front camera: 20 MP, f/2.2, 21mm (wide), 1/4.0", 0.7µm.
• Video capture: Rear camera: 4K@24/30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS, OIS; Front camera: 1080p@30/60fps.
• Battery: 6200mAh; 90W wired, PD.
• Connectivity: 5G; eSIM; Dual SIM; Wi-Fi 6; BT 5.4, LHDC; NFC; Infrared port.
• Misc: Fingerprint reader (under display, optical); stereo speakers.

In this preview, we will be taking a look at some of the aspects of the new model and see how it stacks up in the current market.

Unboxing

The Redmi Note 14 Pro+ comes in fairly standard packaging consisting of the phone, a 90W fast charger, a USB cable, a case, a good-quality rubber case, and some paperwork.