Highlights
- Redmi K70 series set for a December debut, with possible late November release in China.
- Redmi K70 Pro to be a China-exclusive, while other models to go international as Poco F6 series.
- GeekBench reveals robust performance metrics for the K70 Pro, including Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC.
As the year comes to a close, Xiaomi is gearing up to end it with a bang by launching its much-anticipated Redmi K70 series.
Slated for a December release according to a Xiaomiui report, this new lineup is expected to make waves in the smartphone market.
Redmi K70 Launch Timing: A Closer Look
December is when initial reports indicate that the new lineup will make its debut in China but an IMEI listings also hints that the devices might see a November end release.
In a twist, the Redmi K70 Pro is expected to be exclusive to the Chinese market, while the other models in the series are likely to reach international shores under the Poco F6 series name.
Redmi K70 Launch:Testing in Progress
All three models of the Redmi K70 are currently undergoing tests with MIUI 15 builds based on Android 14.
These tests bear the MIUI version codes MIUI-V15.0.0.2.UNLCNXM, MIUI-V15.0.0.2.UNKCNXM, and MIUI-V15.0.0.1.UNMCNXM respectively, offering a glimpse into the software capabilities of these upcoming devices.
Sneak Peek: Performance Metrics
A GeekBench listing has unveiled intriguing performance specs for the Redmi K70 Pro model, scoring 1100 in single-core and 5150 in multi-core tests.
This listing has confirmed the device will house an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, which is expected to be unveiled in Hawaii on October 24.
A variant with a whopping 16GB RAM has also been confirmed.
The Redmi K70 launch can be considered one of the highly anticipated tech events as 2024 draws near.
With a blend of powerful flagship specs and strategic timing, Xiaomi appears ready to dominate the smartphone landscape yet again.
XIAOMI REDMI K70 KEY SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 |
| Rear Camera | 108 MP + 12 MP + 5 MP |
| Front Camera | 24 MP |
| Battery | 5800 mAh |
| Display | 6.72 inches (17.07 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | December 21, 2023 (Unofficial) |
| Operating System | Android v13 |
Performance
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 |
| CPU | Octa core (3.2 GHz, Single core, Cortex X2 + 2.75 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A710 + 2 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A510) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 4 nm |
| Graphics | Adreno 730 |
| RAM | 8 GB |
Display
| Display Type | OLED |
| Screen Size | 6.72 inches (17.07 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 392 ppi |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 108 MP, Primary Camera 12 MP 5 MP |
|
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 12000 x 9000 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps | |
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 24 MP, Primary Camera | |
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 fps | |
Battery
| Capacity | 5800 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 256 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Side |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
FAQs
Ques) When is the Redmi K70 series expected to launch?
Initial reports suggest a December launch, but recent IMEI listings hint at a possible late November release in China.
Ques) Will the Redmi K70 series be available internationally?
The Redmi K70 Pro is expected to be exclusive to China. Other models in the series are expected to launch internationally under the Poco F6 series name.
Ques) What are the anticipated performance specs for the Redmi K70 Pro?
A GeekBench listing confirmed the device will feature an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC with a maximum clock speed of 3.19GHz. A 16GB RAM variant has also been confirmed.
Ques) What software will the Redmi K70 series run on?
The devices are currently being tested with MIUI 15 builds based on Android 14, according to their respective MIUI version codes.
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