Xiaomi Redmi 4 is an entry-level smartphone launched in November 2016. The 5-incher sports an octa-core processor and 2GB RAM. Xiaomi Redmi 4 has a 13 megapixels camera and a fingerprint sensor on the back.
Where to Buy Xiaomi Redmi 4
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Xiaomi Redmi 4 Key Specs & Features
- 5-inch IPS Display, 720 x 1280 pixels (296ppi)
- 1.4GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 CPU with 2GB RAM
- Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
- 16GB Storage, up to 128GB memory card
- 13MP Rear Camera and 5MP Front Camera
- 4G LTE (up to 150 Mbps download)
- Fingerprint Sensor (Rear)
- 4100 mAh Battery with Fast Charging
The Display and Camera
Xiaomi Redmi 4 has a 5.0-inch IPS display with 720 x 1280 pixels resolution. On the back, you will find a 13 megapixels camera. The camera appears to be of good quality with phase detection autofocus and HDR provided.
Xiaomi Redmi 4 has a 5 megapixels camera on the front. Both cameras offers 1080p Full HD video recording.
Hardware and Software
Xiaomi Redmi 4 is powered by the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 chipset offered by the Nokia 6. The chipset, which provides a 1.4GHz octa-core processor is matched with 2GB RAM. You get 16GB built-in storage with the ability to add up to 128GB extra storage via memory card.
It supports microUSB 2.0, Bluetooth 4.1, dual-band Wi-Fi, and LTE. Xiaomi Redmi 4 supports 4G LTE on MTN, Etisalat, and NTel in Nigeria.
Pricing and Availability
Xiaomi Redmi 4 is not officially available in Nigeria, Ghana, or Kenya. However, the smartphone is currently available on Gearbest with free international shipping. When available, you can buy the smartphone at leading online stores in your country in Africa. Xiaomi Redmi 4 Price in Nigeria should range from between 56,000 Naira and 105,000 Naira, depending on your location in the country.
Xiaomi Redmi 4 Specs
Here are the specs of the Xiaomi Redmi 4:
General Features
- Platform: Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), MiUI 8
- Processor: 1.4GHz octa-core (Qualcomm Snapdragon 430)
- GPU: Adreno 505
- Memory: 2GB RAM
- Colours: Gold, Silver, Dark Gray
- Dimension: 141.3 x 69.6 x 8.9 mm
- Weight: 156g
- SIM Type: SIM1: Micro-SIM, SIM2: Nano SIM
- SIM Count: Dual-SIM, Dual Standby
Display
- Display: 5.0-inch IPS Display, 720 x 1280 pixels (296 ppi)
- Screen Protection: –
Camera
- Rear Camera: 13 MP Camera, 1080p HD Video
- Rear Camera Features: PDAF Autofocus, LED Flash, Geo-tagging, Face Detection, Smile Detection, Panorama, HDR
- Front Camera: 5MP Camera, 1080p HD Video
Storage
- Built-in Storage: 16GB
- Memory Card Support: up to 128GB
- Bundled Cloud Storage: –
Network Support
- 2G GSM: 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz
- 2G CDMA 1X: Yes
- 3G WCDMA: 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100MHz
- 3G CDMA EVDO: Yes
- 4G LTE: Yes, LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 7(2600), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500)
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: Yes, up to 48kbps
- EDGE: Yes
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes
- HSPA+: Yes
- CDMA EVDO: Yes
- 4G LTE: Yes
- WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes, Bluetooth 4.1 with A2DP, LE
- NFC: No
- Infrared Blaster: Yes
- USB Port: Yes, microUSB 2.0
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: Yes
- Instant Messaging: Yes
- Push Emails: Yes
- Email Protocol: –
Entertainment
- Music Player: Yes, mp3, WAV, FLAC, eACC+
- Video Player: Yes, MPEG4, H.263, H.264, XviD
- FM Radio: Yes
- Loudspeaker: Yes
- 3.5mm Jack: Yes
Navigation
- Navigation: Yes, GPS with A-GPS, GLONASS
- Maps: Yes, Google Maps
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: Yes
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: Yes
- Light Sensor: Yes
- Barometer: Yes
- Pedometer: No
- Gyroscope: Yes
- Fingerprint Scanner: Yes (Rear)
- Iris Scanner: No
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: –
- Voice Control: Yes
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Active Noise Cancellation: Yes (with dedicated mic)
- Wireless Charging: No
- Water Resistant: No
- Dust Resistant:
- Image Editor: Yes
- Video Editor: Yes
- Document Viewer: Yes
- Document Editor: No (download at store)
Battery
- Battery: 4100 Li-ion mAh Battery (non-removable)
- Standby Time: –
- Talktime: –
- Browsing Time: –
- Video Watching: –
- Music Playback: –
- Fast Charging: Yes