Smartphones today have increasingly powerful batteries while becoming smaller and sleeker with each new generation. One contributing factor to this remarkable advancement is silicon-carbon batteries. In this article, we will explore this battery type and how it compares to conventional lithium-ion batteries.
What is a battery?
At its core, a battery is a device that stores and releases energy through electrochemical reactions. When an external device is connected to the battery, charged ions flow from the anode (the negative terminal, which stores energy) to the cathode (the positive terminal) through the electrolyte, creating an electric current.
Battery Types
Most smartphones, smartwatches, and laptops today are powered by lithium-ion batteries, which mostly use graphite-based anodes. Likewise, Silicon-carbon batteries, sometimes abbreviated as Si/C, share the basic operating principles of lithium-ion batteries but with a key difference; the anode material is made from silicon carbon instead of traditional graphite. On the third of the list, we have Sodium-ion. They use Sodium (Na) as the charge carrier which makes it cheaper but with a shorter life cycle and lower energy density making it the least preferred option in the battery category.
Silicon carbon, Lithium-Ion, and Sodium-Ion Batteries
As I have mentioned previously, the main difference between silicon-carbon and lithium-ion batteries lies in the anode material.
Silicon-carbon anodes can provide up to 10 times more capacity than graphite anodes. This improvement arises because of the difference in chemical properties between the two compounds. Graphite stores lithium ions through intercalation where ions nestle between graphite layers with a specific capacity of 372 mAh/g. In contrast, silicon stores lithium ions through alloying, a process in which silicon reacts with lithium to form lithium-silicon (Li-Si) compounds. This chemical reaction allows silicon to achieve a much higher capacity, up to 4,000 mAh/g. And just like that, Sodium-ion batteries store Na ions in the host materials through intercalation. These batteries have the least energy density compared to the other two batteries, around 160 mAh/g.
How battery tech is changing?
With time, we can see battery tech changing especially for portable electronics and electronic vehicles. The most significant change in recent years has been the development of (Si/C) anodes to replace the traditional graphite nodes in Lithium-ion batteries. Although still less popular than Li-ion and Si/C batteries, sodium-ion batteries are emerging as a potential alternative, particularly in cost-sensitive applications as sodium is more abundant and cheaper than the other two. They are used in stationary applications such as grid-scale power stations and modes of transport that do not require traveling long distances such as electric scooters or electric buses.
Batteries for Electronic Vehicles (EVs)
While smartphone and consumer electronics battery technologies grab a lot of attention, the biggest changes in battery tech are happening in the electric vehicle. As batteries with higher energy densities are developed, electric vehicles will be able to go longer distances on a single charge. This will make them more competitive with traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. The adoption of Si/C could be a game changer in this area.
Hype of Si/C batteries
Silicon Carbon batteries are rapidly becoming popular in the tech industry for some good reasons. They offer greater resistance to cold temperatures because carbon helps boost ion flow, reducing internal resistance and ensuring efficient charge/ discharge at lower temperatures.
Moreover, a silicon-based battery of the same size as a lithium-ion battery can store significantly more energy, due to silicon’s much higher energy density compared to traditional graphite anodes. This reduces the size of smartphones or any other electronic devices making them more preferable. Not just that, because silicon has higher conductivity and a larger surface area enabling quicker lithium-ion insertion and extraction, Si/C can even charge faster.
Silicon batteries are becoming a key feature in flagship and mid-range smartphones. While this technology has yet to make its way into budget phones, there is optimism that it will soon be available in more affordable devices.
There’s always the rage and craze regarding new-gen laptops but they carry somewhat of a premium that not everyone might be willing to pay. If you belong to that crowd but don’t want it burning a hole in your pocket, these offerings from Acer might be worth looking into. In this article, let’s take a look at the new Aspire 2024 laptops, their price in Nepal, and their specifications.
Acer Aspire (2024) Overview:
New Acer Aspire Laptops
Acer’s Aspire lineup of affordable everyday notebooks consisted of 3 sub-series: Aspire 3, Aspire 5, and Aspire 7. Since each of them offered models in different screen sizes with similar features, it might’ve been confusing for normal folks to distinguish between two Aspire laptops. As such, the Taiwanese company has launched the latest iterations under a new naming scheme. Instead of Aspire 3, 5, and 7, the laptops now fall under the Aspire 14, Aspire 15, and Aspire 16 umbrella.
Design and Display
The new generation of laptops brings an updated look with design elements borrowed from the popular ‘Vero’ series. The bottom of the new Aspire laptops is made from 30% PCR (Post Consumer Recycled) material while the top is aluminum. The Aspire 14 particularly brings a unique ‘Aspire’ branding near the trackpad.
On the display side, you can choose between a 14”, a 15.6”, and a 16” IPS screen. The Aspire 14 and Aspire 16 bring taller 16:10 panels while the Aspire 15 features a standard 16:9 aspect ratio. Like with previous generations, resolution and refresh rate stay at Full HD (or FHD+) and 60Hz respectively. The screen features an anti-glare coating and comes with AcerBlueLightShield support.
The 2024 edition of the Acer Aspire laptops is powered by Intel and AMD processors with a choice for NVIDIA dedicated graphics on select models. You can configure the Aspire 14 with up to an Intel Core 7 CPU, while the Aspire 15 will ship with both Intel and AMD chips. The 16-inch model offers a Core 5 or 7 CPU with dedicated RTX 2050 graphics.
You get swappable DDR5 RAM on the bigger models while the compact 14 houses soldered memory. All laptops offer up to a terabyte of Gen 4 SSD storage.
Connectivity and Extras
All Aspire notebooks feature Thunderbolt 4 support (Intel variants) via USB-C. There are also multiple USB-Type-A ports and a dedicated HDMI 2.1 port alongside a headphone jack. On the wireless side of things, you get fast WiFi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3 support.
There’s a dedicated Co-pilot key on the right side of the keyboard for ease of access to Microsoft’s AI. You get a Full HD webcam and some models also ship with Fingerprint readers for security.
Acer Aspire (2024) Specifications:
Design & Build: Aluminum lid/plastic chassis and bottom, 30% PCR
Display: 14/15.6/16-inch IPS panel
Resolution: FHD (1920 × 1080 pixels) or FHD+ (1920 x 1200 pixels)
Keyboard: Chiclet keys
Processor:
Aspire 14 (A14-51M): Intel Core 3, Core 5, Core 7
Aspire 15 (A15-51M): Intel Core 3, Core 5, Core 7
Aspire 15 (A15-41M): Up to Ryzen 7 8840H
Aspire 16 (A16-51GM): Intel Core 5, Core 7
Graphics: Integrated (14″ and 15.6″), RTX 2050 (16″)
Acer Aspire (2024) Price in Nepal and Availability
The brand-new Aspire laptops are available in Nepal. The Core 5 120U costs NPR 79,999, and the more powerful Core 7 150U costs NPR 115,000. You can buy it via an authorized store like Hukut Store.
The OnePlus Nord 3 was launched a year ago in Nepal. And now, it has received a much-deserved price drop and a discount offer on the Nord Buds 3 earbuds. Here’s a brief overview of the design, specifications, availability, and the latest official price in Nepal of the OnePlus Nord 3.
OnePlus Nord 3 Overview:
Design and Display
Starting with the design, the OnePlus Nord 3 looks quite different from its predecessor. It shares a similar design with the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite, including flat frames and two separate camera rings that protrude from the back. Available in Misty Green and Tempest Gray color options, you also get an alert slider here. Whereas it is IP54 dust and splash resistant too.
On the front, it has a 6.74-inch Gorilla Glass 5-protected display and a hole-punch cutout for the front camera. It has an HDR 10+ AMOLED panel with a 1.5K (2772 x 1240 pixels) resolution and up to 120Hz refresh rate (40 – 120Hz). Like the Nord 2, this guy also features an in-display fingerprint sensor.
Meanwhile, check out all the prices and specs of OnePlus products here
Dimensity 9000
Under the hood, the OnePlus Nord 3 is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chip. Based on the 4nm process, it is MediaTek’s flagship chip of last year, featuring one Cortex-X2 core clocked at 3.05 GHz, three Cortex-A710 cores clocked at 2.85 GHz, and four Cortex-A510 cores clocked at 1.8 GHz.
As a result, the Nord 3 offers better performance than the Dimensity 1200 on the Nord 2, providing enough power to handle daily tasks and gaming. Memory-wise, it has up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 128/256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. And regarding software, Nord 3 ships with the latest OxygenOS 13.1, based on Android 13. OnePlus also promises 3 years of OS and 4 years of security updates for this phone.
In terms of cameras, the phone brings a 50MP Sony IMX890 primary sensor, along with an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro sensor. If you recall, that same IMX890 sensor can be found on the flagship OnePlus 11 (review) as well. For selfies, it features a 16MP sensor.
OnePlus has upgraded both battery size and charging speed this time around. Compared to 4500mAh cell on its predecessor, the OnePlus Nord 3 gets a larger 5000mAh battery. And it supports 80W SuperVOOC charging instead of 65W.
In Nepal, the latest official price of the OnePlus Nord 3 is now NPR 57,999 for the 16/256GB variant, down from NPR 75,999. You can buy this phone in Nepal from OnePlus-authorized stores like Hukut and get Nord Buds 3 at just NPR 2,199 from its original price of NPR 2,199.
Alewa, a popular Nepali accessories brand, has launched its new smartwatch, the Alewa Steel. This smartwatch packs features like an AMOLED screen among many other features. In this article, we will discuss Alewa Steel including its specifications, features, and price in Nepal.
Alewa Steel Overview
Design and Display
The Alewa Steel boasts a sleek round design with a metallic finish on the body, while the strap is made of durable plastic. Moreover, it features a 1.43-inch round AMOLED display with a 466 x 466 pixels resolution and is rated IP68 for water and dust resistance. The watch is available in a stylish black color.
Performance and Battery
Under the hood, the Steel is powered by an AC7012/A6 CPU with dual-core processing. Furthermore, the smartwatch is equipped with 60KB of RAM and 128MB of storage.
In terms of battery, the Alewa Steel is fitted with a 300 mAh battery that supports up to 10 days of active use and more than 15 days on standby. It takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge. For connectivity, the smartwatch features Bluetooth 5.3.
The Alewa Steel offers a range of health and fitness features, including heart rate monitoring, blood pressure measurement, blood oxygen (SpO2) tracking, sleep analysis, and a female menstrual reminder.
It also supports 100 sports modes and includes useful apps like a calculator, calendar, and stopwatch. On top of that, the smartwatch supports multiple languages.
Noise has launched its first-ever universal smart tag, Noise Tag 1, which aims to help users track their valuables with ease. The device works across both iOS and Android platforms and will be available for purchase in a week. This article will discuss everything about the latest Noise Tag 1, including its expected price in Nepal.
Noise Tag 1 Overview
Design
It also comes with IPX4 splash resistance. Moreover, the device is available in three colors: Charcoal, Ivory, and Midnight. Additionally, the device claims to offer up to one year of battery life, providing long-term convenience for users.
Key Features
The Noise Tag 1 also includes Google Fast Pair technology for connectivity. The device also offers a Ring Mode, producing a 90dB sound to help users locate misplaced items. In case the device is lost, the Lost Mode sends automatic notifications when it disconnects from the paired device.
Noise Tag 1 supports both Google’s Find My Device Network for Android and Apple’s Find My Network for iOS. Furthermore, the Network Mode allows the device to utilize the networks of Android and iOS users to track items beyond the immediate range.
Noise Tag 1 Specifications
Compatibility: iOS and Android
Splash Resistance: IPX4
Technology: Google Fast Pair, Ring Mode
Colors: Charcoal, Ivory, Midnight
Tracking: Google Find My Device Network, Apple Find My Network
Sound: 90dB Ring Mode
Notifications: Lost Mode (automatic alerts when disconnected)
Battery Life: Up to one year
Noise Tag 1 Price in Nepal and Availability
Noise Tag 1 is priced at Rs 1,499 in India. If it ever becomes available in Nepal, it would likely be priced at no less than NPR 3,000. Sales begin on January 28th, 2025, via gonoise.com.
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Huawei Mate 70 Pro+
Benco is launching new smartphones back-to-back in the Nepali market. Just two months after launching the Benco V91 Plus, the company introduced the V92. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the specifications of Benco V92 including price in Nepal and availability details.
Benco V92 Overview
Design and Display
The Benco V92 features a rough leather finish in dual tones. This makes it look a tad more premium than what one might usually credit it for. On the back, you’ll find a round camera island housing two cameras and an LED flash somewhat resembling the midrange Realme 11 Pro from a few years back.
For the display, the phone showcases a 6.72-inch FHD+ display, with a 90.55% screen-to-body ratio and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The company seems a lot inspired by Apple because previously the back of the Benco V91 Plus was very similar to the latest iPhones and now the phone features Smart Window similar to iPhone’s Dynamic Island.
Performance and Battery
Under the hood, the Benco V92 is powered by the Unisoc T606 Octa-Core processor, featuring dual Cortex A75 cores and other Cortex A55 cores. While it is an entry-level chip, the T606 should fare just fine using some social media, smoothly navigating the UI, and making phone calls. Gaming might be a little out of the question here but you’d definitely boot up some casual titles like Subway Surfers or Candy Crush!
The phone comes in multiple memory configurations: 6GB/128GB, 6/256GB, 8GB/128GB, and 8GB/256GB, with all configurations supporting virtual RAM expansion and up to 2TB of expandable storage via microSD.
Additionally, the device is equipped with a 5000mAh battery with the support of 18W Type-C fast charging. It should provide you with all-day battery life for social media scrolling or clicking pictures or even last a couple extra days if you’re a light user. Top-up will be relatively quick too thanks to that fast charging support and you can expect a full charge in just a few short hours.
For optics, the Benco V92 packs a 32MP front camera and on the back, there is a dual-camera setup featuring a 50MP primary camera with a large f/1.79 aperture, along with a 8MP ultra-wide and macro lens. Although it might not be as apparent, you can shoot ultrawide photos from this device by going to the ‘More’ options in the app and selecting ‘Ultrawide’.
Furthermore, the V92 runs on Android 14 but there’s no information about promised number of upgrades. It is available in Sahara Gold and Space Black colors, the former of which would be my personal pick because of that leather back. There’s a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for security.
The Benco V92 price in Nepal is set at NPR 16,999 for the 6GB/256GB variant. Benco also offers 100 days of free replacement in case of hardware issues. So, it can a reliable choice for those looking for a budget smartphone with a good design under 20,000 rupees!
After months of waiting, the Aspire 5 2023 with an Intel i5-1335U CPU, 8GB RAM, and 512GB SSD storage launched a while ago. And the RTX 2050 version is also here. Without further ado, let’s walk through the specs, features, and official price of Acer Aspire 5 15 2023 in Nepal.
Acer Aspire 5 15 2023 Overview:
Design and Display
To begin with, the Acer Aspire 5 15 2023 continues with the budget design language, consisting of a plastic body and an aluminum lid. The laptop comes in multiple color options in other markets, but it is only available in the “Steel Grey” shade in Nepal.
On the display side, you are looking at a 15.6-inch IPS LCD screen with a Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) resolution alongside a 60Hz refresh rate and a tall 16:10 aspect ratio.
The stars of the show here are the 13th Gen Intel Core i5-1335U and Core i7-1355U processors. Accompanying the CPUs is Intel’s Iris Xe integrated graphics on the standard versions. While you also get an RTX 2050 model for some gaming and graphics tasks. The memory options include 8GB of RAM and 512GB of SSD storage. Plus you can opt for a 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD for the RTX version.
Ports and Connectivity
Coming to the port options, you get one USB Type-C, one HDMI 2.1, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, and one 3.5mm headphone jack here. And in terms of wireless connectivity, the Aspire 5 2023 supports WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.1.
The standard model gets a 40Wh Li-Ion battery while the RTX variant goes for a bigger 50Wh cell. Other features of this laptop include a backlit keyboard with Numpad, a 720p webcam, a Kensington lock slot, and dual stereo speakers.
Acer Aspire 5 15 2023 Specifications:
Body: 14.3 x 94 x 0.74-inch, 1.8 kg
Display: 15.6-inch LCD, FHD, 60Hz
Processor: Up to Intel Core i7-1355U CPU (10C/12T, 5.0 GHz turbo frequency)
Instagram is one of those apps where you can share literally anything (as long as it does not violate the guidelines, ofc). I mean snap a picture, record a video, and boom share it with the world. But have you ever noticed how some posts seem to get way more attention than others? Maybe it’s because they’re genuinely great, or maybe it’s because they’ve got a little extra boost behind them. In this article, we’re diving into the topic of “How to know if an Instagram video is boosted”.
Why Boost Instagram Videos?
There are plenty of reasons why people or businesses might want to boost their videos. It could be to increase reach and visibility, get more likes and comments, or simply to target specific groups. Instagram’s paid promotions let users reach their ideal audience by narrowing down who sees the video based on demographics, interests, behaviors, and locations.
Boosted Videos
So, how can you tell if a video has been boosted? Well, it’s pretty simple. If you see the word “Sponsored” on a video in your feed then the video is boosted. It’s Instagram’s way of saying someone’s paying to get this in front of you. Not just that there are other tags like “Download/Install Now” for apps, “Book Now” for some services, “Sign Up” for registration and more.
Another clue is the view count. Have you ever scrolled through and come across a video that seems low quality but has a lot of views? That is probably because the video is boosted. The number of views may be high, but the engagement (likes, comments, shares) is often low. Why? Because the views are coming from people who weren’t necessarily interested in the content but were just targeted to see it through paid promotions.
Hey, wait! There’s another trick for this. Boosting isn’t always about paid promotions directly on Instagram. A lot of times, influencers or celebrities partner with brands to give their videos a major visibility boost. These collaborations can even skyrocket views.
We’re seeing more and more influencers teaming up with brands to promote products or services. Even if the product is shitty, you will still see influencers giving a good opinion for the attention. While these collaborations don’t technically “boost” the video in the Instagram sense, businesses still use this strategy to increase the influencer’s audience and drive attention to their videos. A win-win situation for them(and for us as well, if we are watching quality content).
Wrapping it up
Remember, just because a video has a big number of views, doesn’t always mean it’s truly engaging or authentic. So, next time you’re scrolling through your feed, keep an eye out for those sponsored tags, and remember sometimes a little extra cash can go a long way in getting your video the attention it deserves!
It hasn’t been long since OnePlus launched the OnePlus 13, and we are already hearing rumors about its younger sibling; the Mini. Let’s dive into the leaked specifications and details of the OnePlus 13 Mini.
OnePlus 13 Mini Overview
The OnePlus 13 Mini is expected to carry similar features to the rumored Oppo Find X8 Mini with a similar design and chipset.
Design and Display
The OnePlus 13 Mini is expected to feature a 6.3-inch OLED display that supports LTPO technology. Moreover, it will offer a 1.5K resolution and narrow bezels on all sides. The phone will also carry an optical in-screen fingerprint sensor.
Performance
Under the hood, the OnePlus 13 Mini will be powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite, built on a 3nm process. It will feature Oryon prime and performance cores, providing a 45% boost in CPU performance and a 44% increase in efficiency over the SD Gen 3.
On the GPU side, the Adreno 830 delivers up to 40% better performance. The phone will also support wireless charging. It will likely feature a smaller 5200mAh Silicon Carbide cell unlike the large 6000 mAh battery of its big brother.
In terms of optics, the OnePlus 13 Mini is rumored to come with a triple-camera setup. This includes a 50-megapixel Sony IMX906 main sensor, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. On the front, we might get a 32MP camera.
OnePlus 13 Mini Specifications (Rumor)
Display: 6.3-inch OLED, LTPO, 1.5K resolution
Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm)
GPU: Adreno 830
Rear Camera:
50MP main camera
8MP ultra-wide
50MP periscope telephoto (3x optical zoom)
Front Camera: 32MP camera
Battery: 6000mAh Silicon Carbide cell
Biometrics: In-display fingerprint sensor
OnePlus 13 Mini Availability
While there are no official announcements about this smartphone, we can expect the OnePlus 13 Mini to debut in China during the second quarter of this year.
Editor’s note: We have updated our review of the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G after re-testing its global variant that launched in Nepal. It has a slightly different camera setup and a slightly different battery compared to the Indian/Chinese unit. And in the context of Nepal’s smartphone market, we found it to be an excellent value.
So this is Xiaomi’s new Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G that I have in for review today, which launched alongside the Redmi Note 14 Pro+ 5G (review), Redmi Note 14 5G, and Redmi Note 14 4G (review) last week. It’s a bit more expensive than last year’s Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G (review) but considering all the upgrades you’re getting, I think this thing makes for a fantastic upgrade. Let me tell you what I mean.
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G review: Specifications
Design and Build: 162.33 x 74.42 x 8.4 mm, 190 gm, IP68 rating
Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front, plastic frames, plastic/PU leather back
IP68 dust/water resistant
And as always, I wanna start my review with the things I’ve liked about the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G. And the one thing that immediately stood out to me the moment I held it in my hands was the design itself. I know its curved aesthetics is a complete 180 from that bold, flat design we saw on the Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G but I don’t mind this. I don’t mind this at all.
The Note 14 Pro 5G feels so damn comfortable to hold and come on Xiaomi… I think you know you’re cheating with this purplish… lavenderish finish ‘cause it’s one of my favorite colors. So no way was I gonna hate how it looks. Even this redesigned camera cutout complements the overall vibe so well so yeah… the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G is visually stunning.
A truly “A+” stuff from Xiaomi.
It also feels great in hand, like I just said. Not only because of the curved sides but because of the vegan leather back that Xiaomi went with this time as well. Although I should tell you that its “Titan Black” color option has a plastic back unlike the other two.
IP68 rating
The Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G even bags all kinds of IP rating now. Including IP66, IP68, and IP69. Which means it can survive everything from high-pressure water jets to high-temperature water jets. And it can also survive being completely submerged in water of course. Then again, since Xiaomi Nepal brought the global variant of this guy, the one available in Nepal only has an IP68 rating. Not really a dealbreaker but that’s something you need to keep in mind.
So the only little blemish to the Note 14 Pro 5G’s otherwise fantastic design is that it no longer has a headphone jack. I guess complaining about the lack of a headphone jack on a phone these days is like screaming into the void but I thought I should point it out anyway.
Display
6.67-inch 1.5K AMOLED panel
120Hz refresh rate, 3,000 nits peak brightness
Like the design, the display on the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G is fantastic too.
I mean… you could actually mistake it for a proper flagship screen if I just read you some of its specs. Ready? So this is a 12-bit screen with 100% DCI-P3 colors, a 120Hz refresh rate, 3,000 nits of peak brightness, a 1,920Hz PWM dimming, and both HDR10+ and Dolby Vision certification. Also, take a look at those tiny bezels man!
Still not convinced? What if I told you this display is protected by Corning’s second-gen Victus glass as well? Yeah, the same Victus glass that you’ll usually only find on flagship phones that cost three to four times as much.
All this is to say that I absolutely love the Note 14 Pro 5G’s display. For everything.
Whether that’s just scrolling through my Facebook feed, streaming all my Netflix favorites, catching up on my messages out on a bright sunny day, or some late-night gaming sessions while I’m wrapped under a warm blanket in this cold weather. It’s a big, bright, fast, smooth, and responsive screen — and that’s pretty much all I’m looking for really.
A flagship display in all but name
Yes, it misses out on an LTPO panel for that ultimate flagship punch, but you know what? That’s fine by me. And I also wanna give a quick shoutout to the speakers on this thing ‘cause the Note 14 Pro 5G’s speakers are some of the best I’ve seen (or heard) on a midrange phone. It gets plenty loud, it sounds quite full, and I love how none of this comes at the expense of clarity or details either.
Its haptic feedback is much better too. Xiaomi has used an X-axis linear motor here instead of a buzzy z-axis one on the Note 13 Pro 4G, so that upgrade to sharp, strong feedback is quite something.
Battery
5,110 mAh battery (45W wired charging)
45W adapter in the box
Anyway, the battery life is another thing I love about the Note 14 Pro 5G.
Xiaomi went with a silicon-carbon battery for both the Note 14 Pro 5G and the Pro+ in the Indian/Chinese model this year, although the global one has the same ol’ lithium-ion battery. Anyway, the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G brings a big 5,110 mAh battery to be precise, and I’ve been easily getting 7 – 8 hours of screen time here. Even under a fairly heavy usage pattern.
I would have loved to show you those stats from the settings itself but… Xiaomi has made this simple thing so needlessly complicated that it no longer shows screen time data. And I gotta use some third-party apps like “AccuBattery” to get those numbers.
The charging speed has also gotten slower for some reason. Down from 67W to 45W, but it still gets me 60% battery in half an hour — or 100% in an hour — so that’s not a big deal.
Performance
MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Ultra (4nm)
8/12GB RAM, 256/512GB storage (non-expandable)
Android 14 with Xiaomi’s HyperOS 1.0 on top
3 years of OS and 4 years of security updates
Okay.
So far, I’ve talked about its design that I love, its display that I love, and its battery life that I love as well. All the good stuff basically. And that continues on as I discuss its performance. ‘Cause the Dimensity 7300-Ultra is a fantastic upgrade over the Note 13 Pro 4G’s Helio G99-Ultra. Whether that’s in the CPU or in the GPU department.
Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G vs Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G
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Benchmarks
Gaming test
Temperatures
And as you’d expect, I found that the Note 14 Pro 5G is also the much better gaming phone of the two. In literally all the games I tried. In terms of both the fps it can push and the temperature it hits.
But the software side of things isn’t too embarrassing here, right? …right?
New phone, same old mistakes
You see, Xiaomi has somehow managed to repeat the same mistake as last year by launching next-gen hardware with last-gen software. So instead of the new Android 15-based HyperOS 2.0, the Note 14 Pro 5G runs on Android 14-based HyperOS 1.0. There are 3+4 years of updates to its name and I’m not saying HyperOS 1.0 is unusable or anything… but wasn’t “HyperOS” supposed to take away all of our complaints with Xiaomi’s software game?
What happened to that?
And Xiaomi is trying to compensate — or maybe distract — us from this with a couple of AI features that honestly feel pretty basic at this point.
Like “Circle to Search” which used to be exclusive to Samsung phones, on top of a couple of AI-based image editing features. So by now, I’m just looking forward to the HyperOS 2 update for this guy which actually has a bunch of cool and useful AI features. On top of a couple some new customization options.
Cameras
Triple camera setup at the back
(200MP main, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP macro)
20MP selfie camera (hole-punch cutout)
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G - Cameras
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Back
Front
The Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G’s cameras are… pretty great though. It’s actually using the same 200MP HP3 sensor as the one on the Note 13 Pro 4G, but there’s such a night and day difference in their optimization. That upgraded image signal processor (ISP) on the Dimensity 7300-Ultra is really working its magic it seems.
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G
Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G
200MP ISOCELL HP3 main sensor, 1/1.4”, f/1.65 aperture
200MP ISOCELL HP3 main sensor, 1/1.4”, f/1.65 aperture
As expected, photos from both of them have that classic “Redmi” aesthetics with slightly punchy colors.
Daytime photos
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But whether when I was shooting in the middle of a bright sunny day or during the dark of night, the Note 14 Pro 5G managed to take better photos almost 99% of the time.
Lowlight photos
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Especially with five things: contrast, highlights, dynamic range, white balance, and glares.
Ultrawide photos
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I don’t know why but the Note 13 Pro just tends to lift the exposure across the entire frame for some reason. Both from the main and the ultrawide lens, making everything look flat and unnatural.
Daytime photos
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You should know that the new guy struggles to process shadows in particularly challenging conditions, so I hope this is something Xiaomi can patch with a couple of software updates.
Selfies, portraits
And when I want to capture a selfie or a portrait, I mostly prefer what the Note 14 Pro 5G manages as well.
Selfies
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There’s a little bit of variation in how they handle the skin tones — where one has slightly pale and the other has slightly orangish skin — but yeah.
Portraits
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Oh and by the way, this thing also has an option for a more close-up portrait for better subject focus. But since all it’s doing is cropping on the main sensor, those portraits don’t have a lot of details.
Videography
Plus, although the Note 14 Pro 5G is technically the superior one when it comes to videos, I can’t say I’m all that impressed. Yeah… it can record at up to 4K 30 fps now (something that’s not possible on its predecessor) but the videos have such a noticeable movement jitter. It’s the same with its 1080p ultrawide and selfie videos so yeah… quite mediocre cameras for videos.
Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G review: Conclusion
Alright, so I better wrap up my review of the new Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G now. And as you’ve probably already guessed, there’s just so much to love about it. Everything from its design, display, performance, and battery, to even the cameras are top notch for the price.
I really, really, really wished Xiaomi had managed to ship it with the latest software — aka HyperOS 2.0 — but other than that, the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G is a terrific phone for some 40,000 rupees in Nepal. Matter of fact, I don’t even think there’s any other phone remotely as balanced as this thing right now.
The phone comes in multiple memory configurations: 6GB/128GB, 6/256GB, 8GB/128GB, and 8GB/256GB, with all configurations supporting virtual RAM expansion and up to 2TB of expandable storage via microSD.
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On the display side, you are looking at a 15.6-inch IPS LCD screen with a Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) resolution alongside a 60Hz refresh rate and a tall 16:10 aspect ratio.
