Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is a refurbished model of Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro, which means that both smartphones share a good number of features and specs. In this comparison review, see the prices of the Redmi Note phones in Kenya and also their full specs and key features.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Redmi Note 7 Specs, in Brief
- Screen – 6.26, 6.3 inches
- RAM –3, 4, 6GB
- Storage – 32, 64GB
- Processor – Octa-core
- Camera – 2, 5, 12, 13, 20, 48MP
- Network – LTE
- OS – Android 8.1, Android 9.0
- Battery – 4000mAh
- Price – KSh. 25,000, 30,000
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Redmi Note 7 Display
The screen sizes are above 6.0 inches, but the best thing about the screens is that they feature the IPS LCD technology which offers a high-end display. They also come with the Corning Gorilla Glass which offers maximum protection.
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Memory and Platform
Under the memory, there are absolutely no changes made on the newer model. The RAM and storage options remain to be the same – min variant (3GB+23GB) and max variant (6GB+64GB), and there is also a microSD support.
As for the platform, both devices come with octa-core processors, but the successor phone has a stronger one. This model also has a better graphics card and chipset, and runs the latest Android operating system – 9.0 (Pie).
Camera
The major highlight here is a 48MP camera on one of the variants of the Redmi Note 7. The lower model has dual cameras on both sides, but surprisingly, the higher model has a single one on the front side.
Network and SIM
Again, there is no difference in the network and SIM. The phones support the LTE network and use a hybrid dual SIM.
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Connectivity and Media
Under connectivity, the only difference comes in the USB – with the older model having the microUSB 2.0 while the other model with the 2.0 type-C 1.0 reversible connector. On the side of media, there is a sound system (FM radio and loudspeaker) with active noise cancellation and dedicated mic.
Sensors
The main feature here is the fingerprint sensor which is mounted at the rear. There are also accelerometer, gyro, proximity and compass sensors.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Redmi Note 7 Battery
Both phones have a 4000mAh battery capacity, but the best thing about the batteries is that they support fast charging.
Design, Material and Color
The Xiaomi gadgets have classic designs with slim bodies and sleek corners. The materials are glass and plastic while the color options include black, blue, red and gold.
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Redmi Note 7 Price in Kenya
According to my own assessments, the phones have fairer prices, with the prices in the range KSh. 25,000 and KSh. 35,000 (around $250 and $350).
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro and Redmi Note 7 Full Specifications
Network
- Type – GSM, HSPA, LTE
Launch
- Date – October, 2018
- Date (2) – January, 2019
Body
- Dimensions – 157.9×76.4×8.3mm
- Dimensions (2) – 159.2×75.2×8.1mm
- Weight – 182g
- Weight (2) – 186g
- Material – Plastic + glass
- Dust and waterproof – –
Display
- Type – IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen
- Size – 6.26 inches
- Size (2) – 6.30 inches
- Screen-to-Body Ratio – 81.1 percent
- Screen-to-Body Ratio (2) – 81.4 percent
- Resolution – 1080×2280 pixels
- Resolution (2) – 1080×2340 pixels
- Aspect Ratio – 19:9
- Aspect Ratio (2) – 19.5:9
- PPI Density – 403
- PPI Density (2) – 409
- Colors – 16M
- Protection – Corning Gorilla Glass
- Protection (2) – Corning Gorilla Glass 5
- Multitouch – Yes
SIM
- Dual – Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual standby)
Rear Camera
- Dual – 12MP (f/1.9, 1/2.55″, 1.4µm, Dual pixel PDAF) + 5MP (f/2.2, 1.12µm, depth sensor)
- Dual (2) – 48MP (f/1.8, 1/2″, 0.8µm, PDAF) + 5MP (f/2.4, depth sensor)
- Dual (2) – 12MP (f/2.2, 1/2.9″, 1.25µm, PDAF) + 2MP (f/2.4, depth sensor)
- Features – Dual-LED flash, panorama, HDR, etc
- Video – 1080p@30fps
- Video (2) – 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS
Front Camera
- Dual – 20MP (f/2.0, 0.9µm) + 2MP (f/2.2, 1.75µm, depth sensor)
- Single (2) – 13MP (f/2.2, 1.25µm)
- Features – HDR
- Video – 1080@30fps
Memory
- RAM – 3, 4/6GB
- Storage – 32, 64GB
- Memory card slot – MicroSD (up to 256GB on SIM 2 slot)
Platform
- CPU – Octa-core (1.8 GHz Kryo 260)
- CPU (2) – Octa-core (4×2.2GHz Kryo 260 and 4×1.8GHz Kryo 260)
- Chipset – Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14nm)
- Chipset (2) – Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 (14nm)
- GPU – Adreno 509
- GPU (2) – Adreno 512
- OS – Android 8.1 (Oreo)
- OS (2) – Android 9.0 (Pie)
- Custom user interface – MIUI 9.0
- Custom user interface (2) – MIUI 10.0
Connectivity
- USB – MicroUSB 2.0 (USB On-The-Go)
- USB (2) – 2.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector
- Bluetooth – 5.0 (A2DP, LE)
- WLAN – Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (dual-band, direct, hotspot)
- GPS – Yes (A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS)
- NFC – –
Media
- FM radio – Yes (with recording)
- Loudspeaker – Yes
- 3.5mm jack – Yes
- Infrared port – Yes
Detection
- Sensors – Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery
- Type – Non-removable Li-Po
- Capacity – 4000mAh
- Power supply – –
- Charging time – –
- Fast charging – Yes (5V/2A 10W)
- Fast charging (2) – Yes (Quick Charge 4.0, 9V/2A 18W)
- USB power delivery – –
- Wireless charging – –
- Power bank/reverse wireless charging – –
- Standby – –
- Talk time – –
- Music play – –
- Internet use – –
- Battery life – –
- Endurance rating – 92hrs
- Endurance rating (2) – 102hrs
Design
- Type – Bar
- Bezel – Minimal
Colors
- Variety – Black, blue, rose gold, red
- Variety (2) – Blue, black, twilight gold
Accessories
- Charger – Yes
- USB cable – Yes
- SIM card ejector – –
- User manual – Yes
- Pin – –
- Protector case – –
- Protector film – –
- Warranty – –
Price
- KSh – 25,000
- KSh (2) – 30,000
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