Redmi K70 Series Surpasses 2 Million Units Sold in 60 Days
The Redmi K70 series of smartphones, consisting of the Redmi K70, Redmi K70e, and Redmi K70 Pro, was launched by Redmi in China in November 2023. These devices officially went on sale on December 1, and within the first 14 days, they set a new sales record for the K-series, surpassing the 1 million unit mark. Today, Redmi announced on its Weibo handle that the K70 series has now exceeded 2 million units sold within the first 60 days of availability.
Impressive Sales Figures
Between December 15 and January 30, a span of 46 days, the Redmi K70 series achieved sales of 1 million units. This translates to an average daily sales volume of approximately 22,000 units. Overall, the K70 series maintained an average daily sales volume of approximately 33,000 units.
Different Models, Different Features
The Redmi K70e, priced at 1,999 Yuan (~$280) in China, is the world’s first phone to feature the Dimensity 8300-Ultra chipset. This device runs on the HyperOS-based Android 14. It is worth noting that a rebranded version of the Redmi K70e, known as the Poco X6 Pro, is available in the global market.
The Redmi K70, starting at 2,499 Yuan ($350), comes with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. Meanwhile, the Redmi K70 Pro, priced at 3,299 Yuan ($465), is equipped with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC.
Possible Rebranding and Market Exclusivity
There are speculations that the Redmi K70 might be rebranded as the Poco F6 Pro for the global market. However, it seems that the K70 Pro will remain exclusive to the Chinese market.
Conclusion
The Redmi K70 series has achieved remarkable success in terms of sales, surpassing 2 million units within the first 60 days of availability. With its various models offering different features and price points, Redmi has catered to a wide range of consumers. As the brand continues to expand its presence, it will be interesting to see how the K70 series performs in the global market and if any rebranding takes place.
