Xiaomi redmi 7, redmi note 7 or note 6 pro, which one is better for me?
Table of contents:
- Comparative sheet
- Design and display
- Processor and memory
- Photographic section
- Battery and connections
- Price and availability
Xiaomi's mid-range is full of devices with good features at a really affordable price. Among them are the Xiaomi Redmi 7, Note 7 and Note 6 Pro, three terminals that are available to buy in Spain through the official Xiaomi store and that differ in some characteristics. The simplest of the three is the Redmi 7, a device with a 12 + 2 megapixel dual sensor, a Snapdragon 632 processor and 2 or 3 GB of RAM.
This would be followed by the Redmi Note 6 Pro, which already has four cameras (two for selfies and two on the main one), higher performance thanks to a Snapdragon 636 SoC and up to 4 GB of RAM. Of the three, the Redmi Note 7 is the one that stands out the most, although we can say that it is very on par with the Note 6 Pro. This model has a photographic section with a 48 + 5 megapixel sensor, Snapdragon 660 processor and up to 4 GB of RAM. For the rest, they are practically on par, but if you want to know everything about them and know which one is best for you when buying, do not stop reading. Here are all the details.
Comparative sheet
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi 7 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 | |
| screen | 6.26 ”Full HD + (2,246 x 1,080 pixels) and 19: 9 | 6.26 inches with HD + resolution (1,440 x 720 pixels), IPS LCD technology and 19: 9 ratio | 6.3 inches with Full HD + resolution (2,340 x 1,080 pixels), IPS LCD technology, 409 dpi, 19.5: 9 aspect ratio and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection |
| Main chamber | Dual 12 + 5 MP f / 1.9 and AI with LED flash | 12 megapixel main sensor and f / 2.2 focal aperture
2 megapixel secondary sensor |
Samsung S5KGM1 main sensor of 48 megapixels and focal aperture f / 1.8
Secondary telephoto sensor Samsung S5K5E8 of 5 megapixels and focal aperture f / 2.4 |
| Camera for selfies | Dual 20 + 2 MP, f / 2.0 | 8 megapixel main sensor and f / 2.0 focal aperture | 13 megapixel main sensor and f / 2.2 focal aperture |
| Internal memory | 32/64 GB | 16, 32 and 64 GB of storage | 32, 64 and 128 GB |
| Extension | MicroSD cards up to 256 GB | Micro SD cards up to 256 GB | Micro SD cards up to 256 GB |
| Processor and RAM | Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, eight cores, 3 or 4 GB of RAM | Qualcomm Snapdragon 632
Adreno 506 GPU 2 and 3 GB of RAM |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 660
GPU Adreno 512 3 and 4 GB of RAM |
| Drums | 4,000 mAh with 10 W fast charge | 4,000 mAh with 10 W fast charge | 4,000 mAh with Quick Charge 3.0 fast charge |
| Operating system | Android 8.1 Oreo / MIUI | Android 9.0 Pie under MIUI 10 | Android 9.0 Pie under MIUI 10 |
| Connections | BT 5.0, GPS, USB Type-C, headphone jack | 4G LTE, WiFi 802.11 b / g / n Dual, GPS GLONASS, Bluetooth 4.2, FM radio and micro USB | 4G LTE, WiFi 802.11 ac dual band, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS + GLONASS, headphone jack, FM radio and USB type C |
| SIM | Dual nano SIM | Dual nano SIM | Dual nano SIM |
| Design | metal and glass back on the front | Glass and aluminum design
Colors: blue, red and black |
Glass and aluminum construction
Colors: Nebula Red, Neptune Blue and Space Black |
| Dimensions | 157.9 x 76.3 x 8.2mm, 182 grams | 158.65 × 76.43 × 8.47 millimeters and 180 grams | 159.2 x 75.2 x 8.1 millimeters and 186 grams |
| Featured Features | Artificial intelligence, infrared sensor | Fingerprint sensor, infrared port to change channels and face unlock via software | Software face unlock, fingerprint sensor, infrared port for remote control functions and 18W fast charging |
| Release date | Available | Available | Available |
| Price | From 200 euros | From 140 euros | From 180 euros |
Design and display
Although it is true that all three follow the same design line, the Xiaomi Redmi 7 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 are the ones that are most similar on an aesthetic level. In fact, they are almost identical when you put them next to each other. Both have a leading front, with a notch in the shape of a drop of water, and a rear part in which there is a fingerprint reader right in the center. The double camera is located in the upper left part located in a vertical position. Both models have a glass chassis, with a fairly noticeable shine on the back. A very elegant detail, but that will leave us the back full of traces if we are not continuously cleaning it with a chamois.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7
For its part, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro includes a notch or notch, although in its case not in the form of a drop of water. This is somewhat more prominent, which gives the panel a not so relevant role. In any case, we are talking about a large, infinite screen, as we will see below, with which we will not have any problem when viewing content when browsing or using Netflix. For this mobile Xiaomi has used aluminum. Its rear part looks very similar to its brothers, with the fingerprint reader in the center and the double camera in the upper left in a vertical position.
Regarding the size of the screens, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Redmi 7 arrive with a 6.26-inch. Of course, with Full HD + resolution (2,246 x 1,080 pixels) in the case of the first and HD + (1,440 x 720 pixels) in the second. Its ratio is 19: 9. The Redmi Note 7 panel is slightly higher: 6.3 inches with Full HD + resolution (2,340 x 1,080 pixels), 19.5: 9 aspect ratio and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection against drops or bumps.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro
Processor and memory
The three mobiles are prepared to work with current applications, not too heavy, and work with several processes at the same time, although without going overboard. Let's not forget that they fall within the mid-range. Of them, the Redmi 7 is the simplest. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 processor, accompanied by 2 or 3 GB of RAM and a storage of 16, 32 or 64 GB. This is followed by the Note 6 Pro with a Snapdragon 636, 3 or 4 GB of RAM and 32 or 64 GB of internal space.
If you are looking for more power, then the Redmi Note 7 is the device you are looking for. This includes a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 along with 3 or 4 GB of RAM and a storage of 32, 64 or 128 GB. In any case, any of them can be expanded through tpo microSD cards.
Xiaomi Redmi 7
Photographic section
If you are still undecided on which one to choose, you may have doubts now, when reading this section. If your idea is to have a mid-range model with a photographic section that does not disappoint you, then opt for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7. This terminal has a double sensor formed by a first 48 megapixel lens with 1.8 focal aperture, accompanied by another more modest 5 megapixel, in charge of the bokeh photos.
It should be noted that the captures will not be made by default at such a large size. It will be the user himself who will have to activate the 48 megapixel option by clicking on the settings menu and on an icon that appears at the top. Likewise, in this mode we will not be able to use the zoom, although it will not be necessary too much, since we can cut the part of the image that we want without losing much quality thanks to the wide resolution. During our tests we found that the quality of the camera is very decent, with realistic and natural details, which are surprising for a cheap mobile.
Photograph captured with a Xiaomi Redmi Note 7
The photographic section of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is not bad either. The device includes a dual main 12 +5 megapixel sensor with aperture f / 1.9 and f / 2.2, respectively, as well as another dual sensor for selfies on the front. This one has a resolution of 20 + 2 megapixels with aperture f / 2.0 and f / 2.2. For its part, the Xiaomi Redmi 7 also comes with a double sensor in the back (12 + 2 megapixels), although a single lens hidden under its notch, which in this case is 8 megapixels and f / 2.0 focal aperture.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7
Battery and connections
These three Xiaomi models are equipped with a 4,000 mAh battery, perfect for intensive use of the device without being thrown at the first change. We can say that by making normal use (browsing, updating social networks, checking email, writing WhatsApp, taking some photos…) we will have for a couple of days without problems. In addition, all three include a fast charging system, which will allow us to charge them in more than half in just a few minutes. This always comes in handy for when we are in a hurry or we are traveling.
When it comes to connections, the three Xiaomi offer a wide array of options: WiFi, LTE, Bluetooth, GPS, USB Type-C and a fingerprint reader to make payments or reinforce security when logging in.
Xiaomi Redmi 7
Price and availability
The Xiaomi Redmi can be found on the company's website or in selected stores. On Xiaomi's official page, the Redmi Note 6 Pro starts at 200 euros in its version with 3 GB of RAM + 32 GB of space. With 4 GB + 64 GB it costs 250 euros. It is available in blue, black or rose gold. The price of the Redmi 7 is 140 euros with 2 GB of RAM + 16 GB of storage. There is also a version with 3 GB + 32 GB that goes up to 160 euros. This same model with 3 GB + 64 GB costs 180 euros. The Redmi 7 can be purchased in black or red colors.
Finally, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is available on the Xiaomi website at a price of 180 euros with 3 GB + 32 GB. If you want a higher model you will have to pay 200 euros for 4 GB + 64 GB, or 250 euros for 4 GB + 128 GB. Available colors are Nebula Red, Neptune Blue, or Space Black.
