At a big event today, Xiaomi has unrolled the curtains on three new phones. Among them is the Redmi K70 Pro, which is the highest-end model of the lineup. And as the top-end model, it has better specs than the base model and the entry-level K70E.
As for the generational leap, the Redmi K70 Pro is a proper successor to the K60 Pro. It brings an upgraded chipset, a better camera setup, enhanced software features, and, most importantly, a great display. But like the predecessor, the pricing remains extremely competitive.
Key Highlights of Redmi K70 Pro
There are a lot of things that Xiaomi did right with the new Redmi K70 Pro. Take a look at the main highlights of the smartphone to get an idea of what it can bring to the table:
Impressive Display
The Redmi K70 Pro has the same display as the base K70. That means it features a 6.67-inch OLED screen with 1440p resolution. Xiaomi has collaborated with TCL for this display, which makes it highly capable of offering an enhanced visual experience.
For gamers, the display brings 120Hz refresh rate support. It even has 12-bit support, making it capable of offering 68.7 billion colors. To deliver the best viewing experience even in challenging lighting conditions, the K70 Pro boasts 4000 NITS of peak brightness rating. It’s the current highest peak brightness rating for smartphones.
To offer an even better display experience, the K70 Pro is powered by an AI algorithm. It can upscale some select apps and video games, which will lead to a better overall content experience.
Flagship Hardware of Redmi K70 Pro
Xiaomi didn’t skimp on the hardware of the Redmi K70 Pro. It comes with Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. That means you can enjoy superior gaming performance on the device. In addition, all the resource-intensive apps should scale smoothly on the smartphone.
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As for the memory and storage, the base version of the K70 Pro comes with 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage. On the other hand, the top-specced unit has 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. This storage and RAM combination makes the high-end variant well-capable for handling extreme loads.
On that note, the Redmi K70 Pro has a robust cooling setup. This cooling system keeps the components cool during high loads. As Xiaomi describes, the device has a large 5000 square mm cooling area. Along with the Vapor Chamber, this cooling system offers more heat dissipation area. This will result in better efficiency.
Pro-grade Camera Setup
On the back, the Redmi K70 Pro has the same primary camera as the base model. It’s a 50MP sensor that comes with an f/1.6 aperture and OIS. With a sensor size of 1/1.55-inch, the camera can capture impressive details. A 50MP telephoto sensor accompanies the primary sensor, which brings proper 2x optical zoom.
The last camera on the back is a 12MP ultrawide shooter. And on the front, the K70 Pro has the same 16MP sensor we’ve seen in the K60 series.
Battery, Charging, and Other Features of Redmi K70 Pro
Under the hood, the K70 Pro comes with a large-sized 5000mAh battery. It sports 120-watt fast charging, which can get the phone from 0% to 100% in just 18 minutes. As for the software, the phone boots on the brand-new HyperOS, which is based on Android 14. Other highlights of the device include Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and dual nano-SIM slot.
Pricing and Availability of the Redmi K70 Pro
The Redmi K70 Pro features a starting price of CNY3299, which is around US$465. On the other hand, the top-specced version with 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage has a price tag of CNY4399, about US$620. It comes in three colors: Blue, White, and White.
