September’s here, folks, and you know what that means – a battle royale of new phone releases. The flagship season is already in full swing in fact, with Apple announcing the launch of the iPhone 16 series and Huawei confirming a new tri-folding phone.
But for those of us who value affordability without sacrificing all the bells and whistles, the mid-range market is where it’s at. And one of the most anticipated mid-range smartphone releases this year is the upcoming Redmi Note 14 series.
We haven’t heard an official peep yet, but considering Xiaomi’s usual cadence—the Note 13 series launched last September—an announcement for the Note 14 series seems imminent this month.
Thanks to reliable leaks and certifications, we have a decent idea of what these phones might offer. Let’s break down everything we’ve gathered so far about the Redmi Note 14 series.
1. Certifications
First things first, Xiaomi is expected to launch at least three smartphones in the Redmi Note 14 series initially. The lineup will include the base Redmi Note 14 5G, the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G, and the high-end Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G.
The most convincing evidence of their existence comes from certification bodies. And fortunately, all three phones have appeared in the IMEI and China’s Radio Certification. While these listings don’t spill the beans on specs, they confirm that these phones are indeed in the works.
The standard Redmi Note 14 and its Pro variant have also appeared on the 3C certification platform, revealing details about their charging.
The standard Note 14 is expected to support 45W wired charging, a noticeable upgrade from the 33W of its predecessor. Meanwhile, the Pro model will move from a 67W charger to a more impressive 90W option—ideal for those who need quick top-ups and can’t tolerate low battery life.
With that covered, let’s dive into the rumored details for each of these smartphones individually.
2. Redmi Note 14
As you might know, the Redmi Note 14 will be the most affordable handset in the line. It is said to feature a 1.5K AMOLED display, a step up from the upgrade from the FHD panel on its predecessor.
For photography, the Note 14 5G might come with a 50MP main rear camera. While it’s lower in resolution than the 108MP shooter on the Note 13 5G, the 50MP camera could use a better sensor for capturing high-quality photos, especially in good lighting conditions.
Under the hood, the Note 14 5G is rumored to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ chipset. It’s a mid-range processor manufactured on TSMC’s 6nm process node and should deliver performance just enough for everyday tasks.
3. Redmi Note 14 Pro
Moving on to the Redmi Note 14 Pro, its CAD render has been revealed in a leak recently. The render reveals that the phone will bring a new design from its predecessor.
The Note 13 Pro has its cameras positioned on the side without a dedicated module. However, the Note 14 Pro will have its cameras moved to the center and within a distinctive squircle module. The display will stay the same, though, with a 1.5K resolution and AMOLED panel.
For performance, the smartphone is expected to be powered by the new Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor. Its camera specs, however, might vary on the global and Chinese models, if a previous report is to be believed.
The global Note 14 Pro is said to come with a triple-camera setup with a telephoto module. But the Chinese counterpart may swap it for a less useful macro lens.
4. Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus
The Redmi Note 14 Pro, unsurprisingly, will be the most expensive device in the line. It will feature the same 1.5K AMOLED display as its more affordable siblings but is expected to have a curved panel for improved grip and aesthetics.
The back design of the phone will likely remain the same as the Note 14 Pro, though. A report further reveals that the Note 14 Pro+ will feature a plastic frame and an optical in-screen fingerprint sensor for security.
Under the hood, the 14 Pro Plus is expected to be powered by a Dimensity 7350 chipset. It’s a new chip from MediaTek, made on a 4nm manufacturing processor, and includes processing cores with a top speed of 3 GHz.
For the camera, a report from July suggests the following setup: a 50MP main camera, an 8MP ultrawide camera, and a 2MP macro camera on the back. The report also mentions that the decision to include a telephoto camera on the Note 14 Pro+ has reportedly been canceled by Xiaomi for some reason.
However, it’s a newer report that suggests the Note 14 Pro will have a telephoto camera in the global market. If that’s the case, it would be highly unlikely that Xiaomi will omit a telephoto camera for the even more expensive Pro Plus model.
All these details are based on leaks, so it’s best to take them with caution until official announcements are made.
