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Redmi Note 2
Released Discontinued 160 g (5.64 oz), 152 x 76 x 8.3 mm Android 5.0 (Lollipop), MIUI 7 16GB
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$160.00 PRICE (USD)
5.5 inches 1080 x 1920 pixels
13 MP 1080p
2GB RAM Mediatek
3060 mAh 10W
Pricing Mode: 🌐 Global (USD $)
Prices Price (USD) USD $160.00 USD
Official Price Global About 20 EUR
Network Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Launch Announced 2015, August. Released 2015, August
Status Discontinued
Body Dimensions 152 x 76 x 8.3 mm (5.98 x 2.99 x 0.33 in)
Weight 160 g (5.64 oz)
Build Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
SIM Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Display Type IPS LCD
Size 5.5 inches, 82.6 cm2 (~71.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
Platform OS Android 5.0 (Lollipop), MIUI 7
Chipset Mediatek MT6795 Helio X10 (28 nm)
CPU Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 - Redmi Note 2
Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 - Redmi Note 2 Prime
GPU PowerVR G6200
Memory Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot) - Chinese version only
Internal 16GB 2GB RAM (Standard), 32GB 2GB RAM (Prime)
Features eMMC 5.0
Main Camera Single 13 MP, f/2.2, PDAF
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps
Selfie camera Single 5 MP, f/2.0
Video 720p
Sound Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC No
Radio Stereo FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0, OTG
Infrared port Yes
Features Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery Type Li-Po 3060 mAh, removable
Charging 10W wired
Stand-by Up to 144 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 11 h 30 min (3G)
Music play Up to 46 h
Misc Colors White, blue, yellow, pink, mint green
Models 2015051
SAR 0.34 W/kg (head)     0.45 W/kg (body)
Price About 160 EUR
Our Tests Performance Basemark OS II 2.0: 1063
Basemark X: 8518
Display Contrast ratio: 953 (nominal), 2.166 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 66dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 76dB
Audio quality Noise -96.1dB / Crosstalk -94.8dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 49h

Mini Review & Verdict

A smart summary of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 2

Advantages

  • Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio

Disadvantages

  • Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
  • Employs standard LCD panel technology rather than deep-black AMOLED

Engineered from the ground up with a focus on structural poise and industrial refinement, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 exemplifies Xiaomi's contemporary hardware craftsmanship. The exterior is assembled with a structurally reinforced chassis, providing a rigid backbone that resists torsional stress while remaining comfortable during prolonged handheld sessions. Up front, visual interaction is commanded by a responsive IPS LCD display measuring 5.5 inches , calibrated for precise color rendition, deep contrast, and remarkable outdoor legibility.

Internal computing horsepower is governed by the Mediatek MT6795 Helio X10 (28 nm) architecture. The silicon handles heavy compute workloads, high-framerate rendering, and extensive background multitasking with robust thermal dissipation and zero perceptible UI hesitation. On the photographic front, the optics module—centered on a 13MP primary sensor—operates with disciplined exposure metering, yielding natural contrast balance and reliable detail preservation across diverse lighting scenarios.

Sustained endurance is delivered by a 3060mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds designed to minimize downtime throughout grueling work schedules. With modern network support including steady 4G LTE, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 emerges as a technically accomplished, impeccably assembled device built for lasting everyday performance.

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