A subsidiary of Chinese Xiaomi, company Redmi, officially presented its eleventh generation of affordable devices in the series at the beginning of 2021 Redmi Note. In today's article, we will compare a pair of devices from this series. Last year's successful model will dominate Redmi Note 10 Pro? Or pleasantly surprised by a novelty called Redmi Note 11 Pro (5G)?
We even tested last year's Note 10 Pro model on our website, as part of a full review. You can read it at the following link.
But how will this pair turn out in a direct comparison of the most important features? We will try to find the answer to this in today's comparison article.
Technical specifications: Redmi Note 10 Pro vs Redmi Note 11 Pro (5G)
This pair of affordable smartphones has not only a similar target group of users, but also very similar technical specifications. We, too, are increasingly confronted with questions from our readers about these two smartphones and the dilemma of which one to choose in the end. This is a basic comparison of their official technical specifications:
| Redmi Note 10 Pro | Redmi Note 11 Pro (5G) | |
|---|---|---|
| dimensions | 164.0 x 76.5 x 8.1 mm | 161.2 x 76.1 x 8.1 mm |
| Weight | 193 g | 202 g |
| Used material | Glass-plastic | Glass-plastic |
| Display | AMOLED / 6.67 inches | AMOLED / 6.67 inches |
| 1080 x 2400 px / 20: 9/120 Hz | 1080 x 2400 px / 20: 9/120 Hz | |
| Density 395 ppi | Density 395 ppi | |
| Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass 5 | |
| Capacitive fingerprint sensor in the side edge | Capacitive fingerprint sensor in the side edge | |
| LED notifications | No (Always-On) | No (Always-On) |
| processor | Snapdragon 732G | Snapdragon 695 5G |
| Graphics | Adreno 618 | Adreno 619 |
| Measured power in AnTuT | 336 250 points | 405 259 points |
| 4G LTE B20 band support | Yes | Yes |
| Primary camera | 108 MPx | 108 MPx |
| aperture f / 1.9 | sensor size 1/1.52 ″ | 0.7 µm | aperture f / 1.9 | sensor size 1/1.52 ″ | 0.7 µm | |
| Dual-Pixel PDAF focusing | Dual-Pixel PDAF focusing | |
| Secondary cameras | 8 MPx ultra widescreen aperture f / 2.2 1.12 µm | 8 MPx ultra widescreen aperture f / 2.2 1.12 µm |
| 2 MPx depth sensor aperture f / 2.4 | 5 MPx depth sensor aperture f / 2.4 | |
| 5 MPx macro | aperture f / 2.4 AF | 2 MPx macro | aperture f / 2.4 | |
| Front camera | 16 MPx | 16 MPx |
| Aperture f / 2.5 | 1.0 µm | Aperture f / 2.4 | 1.0 µm | |
| SD Card | Yes - microSDXC - dedicated slot | Yes - microSDXC - shared slot |
| 3.5 mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Drums | 5020mAh Li-Po | 5000mAh Li-Po |
| Fast charging 33 W | Fast charging 67 W | |
| Wireless charging - NO | Wireless charging - NO | |
| Increased durability | Yes (IP 53) | Yes (IP 53) |
Design and display: 120 Hz AMOLED in both generations
At first glance, the size of both devices is very similar. Except for sharper edges in the novelty Redmi Note 11 Pro (5G) is the difference in size really at the millimeter level. The display currently being used plays a role. In both cases, it is available 6,67 "AMOLED panel with Full HD + resolution (2400 x 1080 pixels) and a high refresh rate of up to 120 Hz.
In addition, the display adapts adaptively to the content you are currently viewing on your smartphone. The advantage of the newer device is a slightly higher standard brightness and a high sampling frequency of up to 360 Hz, which will be appreciated especially by players of more graphically demanding game titles.
Performance: Newer 5G processor
The subject of discussions at the facility Redmi Note 10 Pro was the processor just used – Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G (336 points in AnTuT). The mid-range processor with support for 250G connectivity offered slightly worse performance than last year's, slightly more competitive Snapdragon 5G. Nevertheless, the smartphone is relatively nimble even with more demanding multitasking, which was confirmed by our review.
However, if you still want to treat yourself to higher performance, you can choose a newer model Redmi Note 11 Pro (5G) which offers Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (405 points in AnTuT), which should ensure the smooth running of game titles, as well as practical multitasking, which further enhances the new MIUI system 259.
Camera: 108 MPx in both coats
The photographic equipment is very similar, at least as far as the main sensor of the camera is concerned. In both cases, it is available 108 MPx main sensor with f / 1.9 aperture and support Dual-Pixel PDAF technology.
In the case of last year's Note 10 Pro model, the main sensor is complemented by an 8 MPx ultra-wide angle sensor (118 °), a 5 MPx macro sensor and a 2 MPx depth sensor for background blur. In this case, the front camera has 16 MPx (f / 2.5) and is located in the area at the top of the screen.
News Redmi In addition to the main sensor, the Note 11 Pro (5G) offers an 8 MPx ultra-wide-angle sensor (118°), a 2 MPx macro sensor and also an AI sensor for blurring the background. The 16 MPx (f/2.4) front camera is also located in the middle, in the display.
Battery: The new generation brings twice as fast charging
With the battery capacity, only a minimal difference (5020 mAh vs 5000 mAh) can be observed in favor of last year's smartphone. However, a significant difference comes in the charging speed. Model Note 10 Pro offers 33 W fast charging.
While Note 11 Pro (5G) has an upgrade in the form 67 W fast charging. You can reach 100% with this smartphone in just 36 minutes and the fast charger is also directly in the package.
Price and availability Redmi smartphones
equipment Redmi Note 10 Pro is still sold and the offer of international sellers is approximately at the level of from € 250. If you need an urgently new smartphone, this is a sensible purchase in 2022 as well.
Redmi Note 10 Pro Global Version
On the contrary, a new generation, including equipment Redmi Note 11 Pro (5G) is not yet for sale and will appear on the market during the month of February 2022. The selling price should be around 290 € - 335 €, in conversion and depending on configuration.
Final rating: Redmi Note 10 Pro vs Redmi Note 11 Pro (5G)
If we look comprehensively at both smartphones, we find that they are still a sensible choice when choosing a new device for up to € 300. The advantage of newer equipment Redmi Note 11 Pro (5G) is a slightly more powerful processor, optimization of the MIUI 13 system, but also fast charging up to 67 W.
Conversely, with older equipment Redmi Note 10 Pro you will save a bit, and an older processor or slower charging will compensate for the still very high-quality 6,67 ″ 120 Hz AMOLED panel.
Which of the two available smartphones Redmi Do you like the note better? You prefer last year's bestseller Redmi Note 10 Pro or are you more on the side of the current model Redmi Note 11 Pro (5G)? Feel free to vote in the poll below. Follow our group on Facebook: Xiaomi Planet - A place for real Xiaomi fans as well as our portal Xiaomi Planet and find out more.
