Key Takeaways
1. Xiaomi launched the new Redmi K90 series, including the Redmi K90 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, in China.
2. The Redmi K90 features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a 7,100 mAh battery, and supports 100 W wired charging.
3. The device has a 6.59-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2,510 x 1,156 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness of 3,500 nits.
4. Pricing for the Redmi K90 starts at CNY 2,599 (approximately $365) for the base model with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage.
5. There is currently no information on the global availability of the Redmi K90 series.
Xiaomi has just expanded its lineup with the new Redmi K90 series, including the Redmi K90 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max, launched today in China. The Redmi K90 takes over from the Redmi K80, which later became the Poco F7 Pro in global markets (currently priced at $579.99 on Amazon). Despite being positioned as a mid-range device, the Redmi K90 is quite impressive.
Specifications and Performance
The Redmi K90 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, featuring a 3D vapor chamber cooling mechanism and a robust 7,100 mAh silicon carbon battery that supports rapid 100 W wired charging. This year, the entry-level Redmi K model has seen a slight decrease in display size from 6.67 inches to 6.59 inches, resulting in overall dimensions of 157.49 x 75.25 x 8 mm and a weight of 206 g.
Display Quality
The OLED display boasts a resolution of 2,510 x 1,156 pixels, a smooth 120 Hz refresh rate, and an impressive peak brightness of 3,500 nits, along with DC dimming to reduce eye strain in dim lighting. Interestingly, the display can go down to just 1 nit when necessary, making it easier on the eyes in low-light environments. Xiaomi has also included a variety of camera features.
Pricing and Availability
As of now, there is no information about when it will be available globally. In China, the Redmi K90 starts at CNY 2,599 (approximately $365) for the model with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. Xiaomi continues to provide several memory configurations for users who require additional RAM, storage, or both.
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