On July 19, Redmi introduced the Redmi K70 Ultra alongside the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 and Mix Flip foldable phones in China. The following day (July 20), the brand commenced the first sale of the K70 Ultra. Shortly after it was made available, the company announced that the performance-oriented K70 Ultra received an exceptional market response.
Redmi K70 Ultra Receives Strong Market Response
Redmi released a poster confirming the remarkable success of the K70 Ultra's first sale. The device quickly became a sales leader, breaking the 2024 first-sale record within just three hours of its launch. This notable achievement underscores the K70 Ultra’s strong appeal and demand among consumers. Additionally, it has secured the top position in sales across all price segments on all online platforms.
The Redmi K70 Ultra is available at 2,599 Yuan for the 12GB+256GB variant. The 12GB+512GB, 16GB+512GB, and 16GB+512GB versions of the phone are priced at 2,899 Yuan ($400), 2,899 Yuan ($440), and 3,199 Yuan (~$495), respectively. It comes in three colors: Ink Feather (black), Clear Snow (white), and Ice Glass (purple).
Redmi K70 Ultra Champion Edition
The Redmi K70 Ultra Champion Edition, featuring a Lamborghini-inspired design and a 24GB+1TB configuration, is priced at 3,999 Yuan (~$550). This special edition will be available for purchase in China in the coming days.
Redmi K70 Ultra Specifications
The Redmi K70 Ultra boasts a 6.67-inch OLED 8T LTPS panel offering a 1.5K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. The device is equipped with the Dimensity 9300+ chip and D1 graphics chip, LPDDR5x RAM, UFS 4.0 storage, and a 5,500mAh battery with 120W fast charging support.
For selfies, the K70 Ultra has a 20-megapixel camera. On the rear, it features a Sony IMX906 50-megapixel main camera with OIS support, an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 2-megapixel macro camera. Additional features include dual speakers, an x-axis linear motor, an in-screen fingerprint scanner, an IR blaster, a metal frame, and an IP68-rated chassis.
