Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro
Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G review
Pros
- Very good battery life
- Large and bright OLED display
- Decent main camera, especially in low light
- Excellent thermal management
- Great durability and ingress protection
Cons
- High initial price point
- Ultrawide camera performs poorly in low light
- Modest performance gains over predecessor
- Selfie camera is only 'okay'
The Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G is a solid mid-range smartphone, excelling with its great durability, IP68/IP69K protection, and a large, exceptionally bright 6.83-inch OLED display. It also offers very good battery life from its 6,580 mAh cell and features an upgraded main camera that performs well, particularly in low light.
However, the phone's initial price point is considered high, and some alternatives may offer better chipsets or cameras for the same cost. The ultrawide camera's low-light performance is a notable weakness. Despite modest performance gains, its excellent thermal management is a plus, and it is expected to become more competitive as its price drops after launch.
“The Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G is a solid phone with great durability and ingress protection, very good battery life, a large, bright OLED display, and a decent camera experience with low light photos being the highlight.”
“But as the Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G's price goes down after launch, it will surely get much more competitive.”
REDMI Note 15 Pro / 15 Pro Plus - “Real Review”
Pros
- Vibrant 1.5K AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate.
- Long-lasting 6,580 mAh battery capacity.
- Smooth day-to-day performance for a mid-range device.
- Durable plastic frame and back, potentially harder to break.
- Excellent value if purchased under $350.
Cons
- Lacks 4K video recording on the front-facing camera.
- No triple camera setup.
- No wireless charging.
- No expandable memory via microSD card slot.
- 'Always On Display' feature is limited to 10 seconds.
- Poor performance in zoom tests.
The Redmi Note 15 Pro is positioned as a strong mid-range contender, offering a vibrant 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED 120Hz display and a substantial 6,580 mAh battery with 45W fast charging. Its Demensity 7400 Ultra processor delivers smooth day-to-day performance and gaming, matching its Pro Plus sibling in real-world usage.
However, the phone has several notable omissions, including the lack of 4K front-facing video recording, no triple camera setup, and no wireless charging or expandable storage. The "Always On Display" is also limited to 10 seconds.
Despite these drawbacks, the reviewer gives it a "major go" and considers it excellent value if purchased under $350. Its plastic build also offers enhanced durability, making it a practical choice for certain users, though it's not recommended if priced above $400.
“Redmi Note 15 Pro. Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus. On a scale of 1 to 10, I'm giving both of these phones a major go.”
“I would say my cap for this one would be 350. I'd spend 350 for this and be satisfied.”