Xiaomi Redmi Notes 4: complete review
The Redmi series has always been a success among users and so after the Redmi Note 3 sales champion, Xiaomi tries to cuddle with a worthy successor, which brings important innovations at a price that is still contained. We thank the store online HonorBuy.it for sending the sample. But we do not waste any more time and we find out Redmi Note 4 in our complete review.
CONFEZIONE
The sales package is very good simple though cured bringing the iconography of the model on both sides while on the front we find the image of the Redmi Note 4 in the three available colors, gold, silver and gray (the color from us in the test). Inside, the endowment is the classic that Xiaomi has used to provide us with the device, including the micro USB cable, battery charger with 5V / 2A output with a Chinese socket (you will need to use an adapter) and brooch for SIM carriage extraction.
DESIGN AND MATERIALS
Xiaomi Redmi Notes 4 has a metal monocoque body brushed, almost entirely reproduced by the Redmi Pro, except for a top band and a plastic bottom to favor the reception of the integrated antenna. On the whole frame we have one double glossy milling, which is more accentuated to the four corners more rounded, and enhances grip by enhancing its premium appearance.
On the back we find the 13 megapixel camera positioned perpendicular to the fingerprint sensor slightly recessed to the body and the double flash led, both elements also enjoy the glossy milling mentioned above. The left side houses the carriage of the two SIMs, one in micro format and one in dwarf format, or you can extend the internal memory with a micro SD card up to 128 GB losing dual SIM functionality. On the right side there is both the power on / off button and the metal volume balance.
At the bottom we find the input for recharging in standard micro USB with OTG support, and two symmetric grids that house the system speaker (right) and the main microphone (left). The top is dedicated to the entrance to the earphones, IR transmitter to control Tv and Set Top Box etc. as well as the second microphone for noise reduction. On the front of the smartphone we find the secondary camera with 5 megapixel resolution, a little notification led multicolor, headset capsule and various sensors of brightness, proximity, etc .. as well as a spectacular display from 5.5 inch Full HD resolution with 2.5D type fencing.
Finally, the touch buttons are drawn on the body but are nicely backlit returning a good vibration feed. The overall weight of the device is equal to 175 grams, although not small, does not create problems in daily portability. The finishes have been made with almost maniacal attention and the design quality make the Redmi Note 4 a solid and robust device.
DISPLAY
The display is one of the strengths of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4. A panel from 5.5 inches with FHD resolution 1920 × 1080 pixel 403 IPS matrix PPI which pleases in every context. The chromatic fidelity is really impeccable as well as the brightness is very good, although I personally have found a bit lazy automatic adjustment to light conditions. The colors appear brilliant and well balanced and even the blacks are deep enough, as the direct visibility under the sunlight is very good, with the ability to calibrate colors and their saturation through software even though I have never felt the need to to do it.
The touch is perfect and sensible confirmed by the support a 10 touches at the same time. Scarcely the oleophobic treatment is, keeping the fingerprints and dirt in general. There is the ability to turn on the screen with one double tap, but not to replicate it in the same way. At the software level, there is the useful reading function for the night as the view tends to be less fatigued.
HARDWARE
To move the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 thinks about the processor MediaTek MT6797, Better known as Helio X20, decadent architecture with 64 bit tri-cluster so divided: Dual-core 2.1 GHz Cortex-A72 + Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 + Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53. Support is also found 3 GB of LPDDR3 RAM at 933 MHz which guarantee stability on many occasions. 64 GB is the internal memory available type eMMC 5.1 moreover expandable via micro SD to 128 GB, As well as the support for OGG will make the Redmi Note 4 as a device from infinite memory in which to guard movies, music, videos and anything else you want.
Even in more stressful activities such as gaming, the smartphone does not show signs of failure or difficulty thanks to the GPU Mali T880 MP4 to 700 MHz which guarantees a good framerate even though the device does not suffer from special overheating. Xiaomi Redmi Notes 4 also enjoys connectivity LTE up to 150 Mbps , Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n / ac dual band (2.4 / 5 GHz) with very fast hook and good signal coverage, Bluetooth 4.2 with A2DP / LE. There is a lack of NFC sensor and 20 bandwidth in LTE (that is, 800 MHz), thus limiting connections to 4G especially for those who have the Wind operator.
The geolocation is entrusted to the module GPS of type A-GPS / GLONASS / BeiDou always ready with fast fixes and excellent signal management. The fingerprint reader The back side is fast and accurate in unlocking and can be used to block access to applications from prying eyes and take pictures / videos. Finally the IR transmitter, often overlooked in reviews, will allow you to control multiple devices including TVs, DVD players and even cameras allowing you to have all home remotes in one device.
AUDIO AND RECEPTION
The Redmi Note 4 has a slot hosting it two SIM cards of which one in micro format and one in dwarf format with the possibility of memory expansion, provided that dual SIM is given, which in return for the possibility of using the network 4G LTE on both slots. The management of the two SIMs is in classic MIUI style, so there is the the ability to differentiate ringtones or notifications for single SIM, set whether or not a default card for calls or sms.
The sound in both receiving and sending is clean and balanced. The mono speaker located at the bottom of the body when used as a hands-free speaker is slightly subdued while doing its work extensively, ensuring a good volume when used for listening to music or playing video. As always Headphone listening is of high standards thanks also to the ability to optimize the sound via software based on the earphones used. The SAR value of the Redmi Note 4 is equal to 0.56W / KG.
SOFTWARE
MIUI 8.1 on a base Android 6.0 Marshmallow is the ROM that lives in Redmi Note 4. The version with which the sample came is the stable 8.1.2.0 that has never given any problems but after a few days of use there has been a system update to the version 8.1.4.0 Stable currently in use. The interface does not integrate an app drawer but offers many unique and unique functions such as Dual App, to duplicate any application you want, or the Second Space to have two personal spaces available, maybe one dedicated to private life and the other to work. At the graphic level you can completely customize the system thanks to themes downloadable from the MIUI store.
Present the baby mode to restrict the use of your smartphone only to selected apps and features, or the simplified mode so you can use the smartphone even to older people or less practical. Also useful is the function Anti-jamming, to silence notifications during scheduled times (which can also be activated via Mi Band), as well as you can by swipe, starting from the Home button to the right / left, reduce the screen for single-handed use.
It is possible to activate the QuickBall, a small floating sphere that, in addition to the classic key functions, allows you to associate options as well as make screenshots etc .. Media players support MKV files but without audio codecs, streamed and audio files in UHD, while the 4K file does not play the video but only the audio track. The ROM we have tested has already been cleansed by any basic present Chinese, perhaps a fortune as we already find pre-installed the Play Store with the various out-of-the-box and fully functional Google services. Also, I have never encountered reception notification problems from any of the installed applications. The software therefore allows the Redmi Note 4 adaptability to every type of user, from the least experienced to the less experienced.
BENCHMARK
CAMERA
The main camera is a drive from 13 Megapixel with aperture ffinal match. with autofocus PDAF, digital stabilizer and dual flash dual tone LED. Frontally we find a camera from 5 Megapixel with aperture ffinal match.. In good brightness conditions the shots are good but with the light decay the final quality drops abruptly, giving back photos with strong background noise and unbalanced colors, unfortunately not negligible in view of the entity.
Even the use of the flash tends to burn details of the subjects being taken. At software level, the interface has the function of Automatic HDR which is a great help in some conditions, the application of multiple filters in real time and some shooting modes, including the manual mode, which only provides white balance control and ISO values. It is possible to enter camera mode pressing the Volume button twice quickly -, so you can take photos on the fly.
Unfortunately, the poor quality of the photos also reappears with the frontal room that can only give away selfie from social and nothing more. Videos can be recorded at resolution up to 1080p is 30 fps and although the digital stabilizer is present, this still seems to make no difference. The software offers the ability to shoot video in slow motion or time lapsand in any case even the final video output is not really excellent though better than the photos. The zoom moves to a 4X while the focus, though not very fast, seems to work well.
BATTERY
The Redmi Note 4 battery has a capacity of 4100 mAh not removable which guarantees poco less than 1 day and 10 hours of autonomy with daily stress, autonomy that can be further increased thanks to the presence of energy savings integrated into the stable ROM which is already optimized for one hundred percent.
Even under stress, as in gaming situations, the battery does not seem to be particularly affected. By way of example I managed to get 7 Hours and 19 Minute Screen On still having a residual charge equal to 13%. It's a shame there is no quick charging support, as it takes about half an hour and a half to charge the smartphone completely.
PRICE
Xiaomi Redmi Notes 4 is a smartphone that has nothing to envy to the most famous models, and while joining the mid range of the market the performance it offers makes it comparable to some top of the range. Value for money is therefore interesting for most users looking for smartphone reliability, performance and solidity.
PROJECTED IMPACT
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 is a smartphone that is complete and reliable in all situations, revealing a point of reference for users looking for a product in the market place where they are located. Autonomy and performance are convincing, as well as high-quality construction robustness. Perhaps a more powerful camera would have given that extra plus to the phone, but at any rate the offered price is a very good purchase.
You can find the Xiaomi Redmi Notes 4 on HonorBuy.it at the price of 214,99 € for the 3 GB version of RAM and 64 GB of internal memory by clicking on the box below. Also available is the 3 GB version of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage or 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of storage. Always at the store HonorBuy.it you will also find TPU cover, Leather Case, Smart Cover and tempered glass cover. Often, some online stores send out late, or declare on stock phones that are not in stock, send devices with ROMs to make-ups: absolutely not the case HonorBuy.it which instead shipped from Italy within a maximum of 72 hours from receipt of the order, also accepting PayPal as a payment method for greater protection, offering an Italian guarantee of well 2 years and full Italian assistance. But do not forget to use our discount code XT5OFF.
