Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Review – Best Value 5G Smartphone

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Review – Best Value 5G Smartphone

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G is a powerful electronics category smartphone designed for European users who want fast connectivity, smooth performance and excellent value for money. It is especially suitable for buyers looking for a reliable 5G phone at a competitive price.

 

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G Specifications

Category Specification
Network Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Launch Announced January 10, 2025
Release Status Available, Released January 16, 2025
Dimensions 162.4 x 75.7 x 8 mm
Weight 190 g
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), Plastic back, Plastic frame
SIM Dual Nano-SIM
Protection Rating IP64 dust tight and water resistant (splashes)
Display Type AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 960Hz PWM
Display Brightness 1200 nits (HBM), 2100 nits (peak)
Display Size 6.67 inches
Screen-to-Body Ratio ~87.4%
Resolution 1080 x 2400 pixels
Pixel Density ~395 ppi
Display Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 5, Mohs level 5
Operating System Android 14, HyperOS
Android Updates Up to 2 major Android upgrades
Chipset MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2×2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU IMG BXM-8-256
Card Slot microSDXC (shared SIM slot)
Internal Storage Options 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
Storage Type UFS 2.2
Main Camera Setup Triple Camera
Main Camera 108 MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS
Ultra-Wide Camera 8 MP, f/2.2
Macro Camera 2 MP
Rear Camera Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Rear Video 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS, OIS
Selfie Camera 20 MP, f/2.2
Front Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
Audio Jack 3.5mm
Audio Quality 24-bit / 192kHz Hi-Res audio
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC Yes (region dependent)
Infrared Port Yes
Radio FM Radio
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Sensors In-display fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Proximity Virtual proximity sensing
Battery Capacity 5110 mAh
Charging 45W wired fast charging
Colors Midnight Black, Lavender Purple, Coral Green
Model Number 24094RAD4G
SAR EU (Head) 0.99 W/kg
SAR EU (Body) 1.00 W/kg
Price $239 / €164.68 / £159.99
AnTuTu Score 463,129 (v10)
GeekBench Score 2258 (v6)
Max Display Brightness 1168 nits (measured)
Loudspeaker Rating -22.7 LUFS (Excellent)
Battery Active Use 11h 50m
Battery Endurance 38h 56m
Battery Cycles 1000 cycles
EU Energy Class Class D
Free Fall Rating Class D (45 falls)
Repairability Class C

 

Final Verdict


• Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G is a trustworthy and value-packed smartphone for European buyers
• A strong option for anyone in Spain, Portugal, Italy or France looking for an affordable yet powerful 5G phone.

FAQs

What range is the Redmi Note 14 5G?

 

The Redmi Note 14 5G sits in the mid-range smartphone segment offering 5G connectivity, a large AMOLED 120 Hz display, capable performance, and strong value for money ideal for everyday users who want good specs without flagship pricing.

 

What is the difference between the Redmi Note 14 and the Redmi Note 14 5G?

Main differences are:


Network support: Redmi Note 14 5G supports 5G, while the regular Redmi Note 14 is 4G-only. 
Processor: Note 14 5G uses a MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra 5G chipset; the Note 14 uses a MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra 4G chipset.
Battery & Charging: Note 14 has a larger battery but slower charging; Note 14 5G has slightly smaller battery with faster 45 W charging.
Display brightness: The 5G version offers a higher peak brightness. 
Water resistance: Note 14 5G has a slightly better IP64 rating vs Note 14. 

 

When was the Redmi Note 14 5G released?


The Redmi Note 14 5G was announced and released in January 2025 as part of the Redmi Note 14 series.

 

What processor does the Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G have?


It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra chipset, which provides efficient mid-range performance and 5G support. 

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