Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco smartphones are getting even cheaper: discounts on 8 models
17.03.26
Redmi A5 Non-NFC
The Redmi A5 smartphone is equipped with a 6.88-inch display with a separate section of 1640×720 pixels and a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz – extremely high performance for the model cob raven. The operating system is Android 15 (Go Edition), and productivity is ensured by the eight-core Unisoc T7250 processor with a 12-nm process and paired with 3/64 or 4/128 GB of memory.
The main camera is 32 megapixels with an f/2.0 aperture, and the front camera is 8 megapixels, which allows you to take nice photographs in good light. The 5200 mAh battery will provide three hours of work, with 15 W charging support. The smartphone has a standard data scanner, supports 4G data, a slot for microSD, a 3.5 mm audio jack – functions that are not always available in the cheapest models.
Redmi Note 14 5G NFC
The most available model had a 6.67-inch flat OLED display with a separate FHD+ display and a refresh rate of 120 Hz. It runs on the Dimensity 7025 Ultra processor, up to 12 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. Battery capacity – 5110 mA year with 45 W charging. The main camera is 50 megapixels with OIS, and the macro camera is 2 megapixels. The model also has IP64 protection.
Redmi Note 14S NFC
The device is powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 processor, paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. A microSD card slot is also available. The display is a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel with a FullHD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
The main camera has three sensors: a 200MP Samsung HP3 with optical image stabilization, an 8MP wide-angle module, and a 2MP macro module. The battery has a standard capacity of 5000 mAh and supports 67W fast charging. Other connectivity options include a 3.5mm jack, stereo speakers, an IR port, NFC, and Wi-Fi 5.
Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G
The flagship of the series features a 6.67-inch curved-edge OLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 3000 nits, making it one of the brightest on the market.
The smartphone is powered by the new Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor, has up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It features a 50MP main camera with OIS and a 50MP telephoto lens with 2.5x zoom. The battery capacity has been increased to 6200 mAh and supports 90W fast charging.
This offer applies to the smartphone without a charger.
POCO C85
The Poco C85 smartphone features a 6.9-inch display with HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, with a peak brightness of 810 nits. It is powered by a MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra processor with support for 4G networks. Depending on the model, it is available with 6 or 8 GB of RAM and 128 or 256 GB of storage, with a microSD card slot.
The 6,000 mAh battery supports 33W charging. The main camera features a 50-megapixel sensor and a secondary module, while the front camera has an 8-megapixel resolution. Video recording is limited to Full HD.
The Poco C85’s specifications include IP64 protection, and connectivity options include 5G Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.x, a USB-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. The smartphone supports dual SIM cards and 4G.
POCO M7
The POCO M7 smartphone features a large 6.9-inch display with a resolution of 2340×1080 pixels and a refresh rate of up to 144 Hz, making navigation and gaming smooth. Performance is provided by a Snapdragon 685 processor (6 nm technology), paired with 6 or 8 GB of RAM and storage up to 256 GB with microSD support.
The main camera has a 50 MP sensor with an f/1.8 aperture, while the front camera has an 8 MP sensor, providing acceptable photo and video quality for its segment. A 7000 mAh battery (in some regions) provides long battery life, and 33W fast charging helps quickly top up the battery. The smartphone is IP64-rated for dust and splash resistance, TUV Rheinland-certified for eye protection, and runs HyperOS (based on Android) with the latest features.
POCO C71
The POCO C71 smartphone offers a large 6.88-inch display with a native resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring smooth navigation. Power comes from the octa-core Unisoc T7250 processor with a 12nm process, allowing it to handle everyday tasks.
The main camera has a 32MP sensor and a secondary module, while the front camera has an 8MP sensor. The 5200mAh battery provides a full day of battery life, but only charges at 15W. The smartphone runs Android 15 with HyperOS, supports microSD, but lacks a 5G module. It weighs approximately 193g and is IP52 splash and dust resistant.
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