Redmi is preparing to unveil its latest Note 14 Pro series smartphones in China this week. Following this, new devices from the K80 series are anticipated to be released in November or December.
Key Features of the Redmi K80
The K80 series is expected to include a standard Redmi K80 and a Pro version. Recent leaks have revealed some significant details about the standard Redmi K80, notably its impressive battery capacity. According to the Weibo tipster Smart Pikachu, the Redmi K80 is likely to come with “flagship waterproof” features. This is a significant upgrade over last year’s Redmi K70 and its Pro variant, which did not offer any waterproofing.
We anticipate at least an IP68 rating for the K80, and there’s a chance it could even achieve an IP69 rating, especially since the more budget-friendly Redmi Note 14 Pro has already been confirmed to have an IP69 rating.
Camera and Design Enhancements
The leak also indicates that the smartphone will include a telephoto lens that can capture macro shots as well. If this is accurate, it marks another impressive upgrade from the Redmi K70, which had a triple rear camera setup but no telephoto lens. Additionally, it is reported that the back of the phone will be made of glass, with white as one of the potential color options.
Impressive Battery Life
Moreover, the leak mentions that a powerful 6500mAh battery will power the device. The trend for large batteries, especially those around 6000mAh, is becoming common in smartphones for 2024. Several flagship models are rumored to feature batteries of this capacity, including Redmi’s own Note 14 Pro+, which is confirmed to have a 6200mAh battery.
In addition to this, earlier reports suggest that the Redmi K80 may come equipped with a 2K OLED display featuring a 120Hz refresh rate and powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor.
The K80 will be launched alongside its Pro counterpart, which is also expected to feature the same chipset and display, although they may differ in terms of charging capabilities and battery size.
There’s a chance that the K80 and K80 Pro might be rebranded as the Poco F7 and F7 Pro when released in markets outside of China.
