In addition to the new model Redmi K50 Pro At today's Chinese press conference, we also saw the basic flagship model Redmi K50. This model will also offer a high-quality 2K AMOLED display and a new processor for the first time MediaTek Dimensity 8100.
Redmi K50: 2K AMOLED display and MediaTek Dimensity 8100
Construction of the basic model Redmi K50 it is very similar to its more expensive "Pro" sibling. And the equipment is similar, the front side is identical 2K AMOLED diagonal display 6,67" and a refresh rate of 120 Hz, from Samsung. The display has a final softness of 526 ppi, supports HDR10 +, Dolby Vision and is also protected by Gorilla Glass Victus.
The change occurs at the processor. In this case, the model has its premiere MediaTek Dimension 8100, which is made at the request of the brand Redmi. It's a processor made with a 5nm manufacturing process, and since the original Dimensity 8000 didn't support 2K screens, the brand Redmi she asked for its modification. And it was with this modification that the new Dimensity 8100 model was created, with support for 5G connectivity.
There is also a round camera module on the back of this smartphone. Similar to the "Pro" model, it offers a 108 MPx main sensor with optical image stabilization, which is complemented by an ultra-wide-angle sensor and a macro sensor. The front camera is located in the recess in the display.
In terms of connectivity, the smartphone supports Wi-Fi 6 technology, but also Bluetooth version 5.3. The latest version of the MIUI 13 superstructure is also part of the production. The smartphone contains an even larger 5500 mAh battery, but with the support of a slightly slower, but still powerful 67 W cable charging via a universal USB type C connector.
Price and availability of a new smartphone
Basic flag model Redmi K50 will be sold exclusively on the Chinese market for now. Pre-orders start today, and the start of sales in the local market is scheduled for March 22, 2022. About global availability under the brand Redmi whether POCO we have no further information yet. These are the selling prices of individual Chinese configurations:
- 8GB RAM + 128GB storage just for 2399 Chinese yuan (342 € / USD 378)
- 8GB RAM + 256GB storage just for 2599 Chinese yuan (370 € / USD 409)
- 12GB RAM + 256GB storage just for 2799 Chinese yuan (398 € / USD 440)
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