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Xiaomi 17 Pro launched with a secondary rear display and triple 50MP cameras

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Xiaomi just unveiled the 17 Pro alongside the standard 17 at a recent Xiaomi event in Beijing. The Pro model brings something we haven’t seen much lately – a secondary rear display built right into the camera module. It’s not the first time we’ve seen this concept, but never a device this powerful. Now, let’s jump into this article, where I will discuss everything about the latest Xiaomi 17 Pro, including its price in Nepal, specifications, and availability.

Xiaomi 17 Pro Overview

The Secondary Display

Xiaomi 17 Pro secondary display

The 2.7-inch secondary display sits around the camera module on the back. It’s roughly 2.5 x 1.8 inches, though the rounded corners and camera lenses eat into the usable space. This isn’t entirely new – Xiaomi tried something similar with the Mi 11 Ultra back in 2021, and we’ve seen rear displays on phones like the Yotaphone series and more recently the Nothing Phone 3 (although it’s slightly different).

What’s different here is how they’ve integrated it. Instead of being a separate element, it’s built around the camera bump. The rectangular lozenge design replaces Xiaomi’s previous circular camera layout, with two prominent lenses on the left side.

The display can show customizable themes, simple clock styles, step counts, animated wallpapers, or even animated pets that reflect your phone’s state. When your battery gets low, the pet looks tired.  For notifications, you get real-time updates for flights, trains, ride-shares, deliveries, and music playback. Pull down for standard phone notifications. There’s also an “AI Pin” feature that lets you pin items like schedules or QR codes for quick access.

Design and Display

Xiaomi 17 Pro Design

The phone is 8mm thick and weighs 192g, which seems reasonable to me given the secondary display and large battery. You get an in-display fingerprint sensor, and the build includes UWB (Ultra-Wideband) support for precise spatial awareness. The colors include Black, Cold Smoke Purple, Forest Green, and White.

The 6.3-inch M10 LTPO AMOLED display is the same panel technology as the standard Xiaomi 17. You get 1220 × 2656 px resolution with variable refresh rates and 3,500 nits peak brightness. The M10 designation represents Xiaomi’s latest display generation with improved power efficiency compared to previous panels.

The LTPO technology allows the refresh rate to drop as low as 1Hz for static content, which should help with battery life, given that massive battery. Peak refresh hits 120Hz for gaming and scrolling.

The bezel implementation is also similar to the standard 17, with those 1.18mm uniform bezels using LIPO packaging technology. The Dragon Crystal Glass protection carries over from the standard model, though Xiaomi hasn’t detailed exactly what improvements this brings over their previous Shield Glass.

Camera

The Pro packs a triple 50MP camera system with Leica tuning. The main sensor is the Light Hunter 950L, paired with a 50MP ultrawide and 50MP telephoto. The telephoto lens differs from the Pro Max’s periscope setup – the Pro Max gets 5x optical zoom and 30cm macro photography, while the regular Pro has a more standard telephoto implementation.

Since we are talking about a camera, i think it’s worth mentioning that the secondary screen’s most practical use might be for selfies. You can use the main camera setup for selfies while previewing on the rear display.

Performance and Battery

Both Pro models and the regular Xiaomi 17 run the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, which we’ve covered in detail elsewhere. You’re looking at AnTuTu scores around 4 to 4.4 million. And this chipset would be more than enough to play games, and in fact overkill for normal social media usage.

Xiaomi 17 Pro

Xiaomi’s pushing a “Handheld Console Mode” with a separate Retro Handheld Console Case that adds a physical D-pad and buttons. You can play small games on the secondary display. But my view is that even though this does seem like a novel concept, i fail to see the practicality of using the secondary display for gaming. Even though the gaming case is sold separately, I again fail to see who’d be excited about this on regular basis? One would surely be bored after a couple of days, after all.

The 17 Pro packs a 6,300mAh battery using a L-shaped design and silicon-carbon technology. Xiaomi claims around 2 days per charge, which sounds optimistic but we’ll see. The 100W wired charging should get you through a full day quickly, with 50W wireless charging for convenience.

Software Integration

Android 16-based HyperOS 3 ships out of the box. The new software includes HyperIsland, Xiaomi’s take on Dynamic Island, plus an AI assistant called Hyper XiaoAi that remembers your preferences and suggests apps proactively. The AI can show contextual information on the back screen, like live flight updates or delivery notifications, without you having to pick up the phone.

Xiaomi 17 Pro Specifications

  • Design, Build: 8mm thick, 192g, metal frame, flat screen, rectangular camera module with integrated 2.7-inch secondary display, in-display fingerprint sensor, Colors: Black, Cold Smoke Purple, Forest Green, White
  • Display: 6.3-inch M10 LTPO AMOLED primary display, 1220 × 2656 px resolution, variable refresh rate, 3,500 nits peak brightness, secondary 2.7-inch M10 display (2.5 x 1.8 inches usable)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3nm process), Octa-core configuration, Adreno 840 GPU
  • Memory: 12GB/16GB RAM options, 256GB/512GB/1TB storage configurations
  • Software & UI: Android 16-based HyperOS 3, HyperIsland feature, Hyper XiaoAi assistant
  • Rear Camera: Triple 50MP setup – Light Hunter 950L main sensor, 50MP ultrawide, 50MP telephoto, Leica tuning, secondary display for selfie preview
  • Front Camera: 50MP sensor
  • Security: In-display Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth, 5G, 4G, GPS, NFC, USB Type-C, UWB (Ultra-Wideband)
  • Sensors: Standard sensor suite including accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 6,300mAh L-shaped battery with silicon-carbon technology, 100W wired charging, 50W wireless charging
  • Secondary Display Features: Customizable themes, notifications, AI Pin, selfie preview, handheld gaming (with separate case), animated pets

Xiaomi 17 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

The Pro model starts at CNY 4,999 for the 12GB/256GB variant in China. When it arrives in Nepal, expect pricing to start around NPR 110,000 for the base configuration.

Xiaomi 17 Pro Price in China (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
12GB/256GB CNY 4,999 NPR 110,000
12GB/512GB CNY 5,299 NPR 117,000
16GB/512GB CNY 5,599 NPR 124,000
16GB/1TB CNY 5,999 NPR 133,000

  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Vivo V60

iPhone 16 Price in Nepal [2025 Updated]

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The iPhone 16 lineup with the A18 series chipset and “Camera Control” buttons went official in Nepal a while ago. So, in this article, we’ll learn more about the iPhone 16, exploring its specifications, features, and its latest official price in Nepal.

Read full specifications of iPhone 16 here

iPhone 16 Price in Nepal and Availability

The latest official price of the iPhone 16 in Nepal is NPR 135,299 for the 128GB variant, while its 256GB and 512GB models aren’t available anymore. And if you buy an iPhone 16 in Nepal from authorized stores, you will also get the following benefits for free:

  • Screen replacement (twice within 2 years),
  • Back panel replacement (twice within 2 years), and
  • 1-year extended warranty
iPhone 16 Price in Nepal (Official)
128GB NPR 135,299

iPhone 16 Overview

Design 

The major design change that we have witnessed on the iPhone 16 is the redesigned camera module. The Cupertino tech giant has brought back the vertical camera layout from the past on this new guy. ‘Cause the last time we saw a vertical camera module was on the iPhone 12.

iPhone 16 Display

Meanwhile, the boxy frame design is here to stay with a metal build in the middle. That’s because the more sturdy and fancy titanium build is reserved for the Pro models to maintain the gap, obviously. Plus, the Action Button is also now available on the vanilla model for the first time, bidding farewell to the mute switch button (RIP alert slider). 

So, the volume rockers are there below the action button. Well, that’s not only it, Apple has also added an extra Capture Button on the side of the power button as well. As for the color, it comes in Black, White, Pink, Teal, and Ultramarine.

Display

In terms of display, the iPhone 16 features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, the same as its predecessor. While Apple has redesigned the camera module, it has also introduced much thinner bezels. However, the refresh rate remains at 60Hz, which is surprising given that we are nearing the end of 2024. But, as always, it’s Apple being Apple!

Performance

The iPhone 16 uses the Apple 18 SoC across the board. Likewise, a new thermal design with a graphene layer also comes with the iPhone 16 models. Similarly, you’ll now get the memory of 8GB supported by a storage capacity of up to 512GB.

iPhone 16 Specifications

Besides that, a bunch of AI improvements are in the store, with Apple Intelligence marking a new feat in the smartphone market.

Camera, Battery, and Others

iPhone 16 Specifications

The iPhone 16 retains its dual-camera setup, featuring a 48MP main camera and a 12MP ultrawide camera with autofocus, without a resolution upgrade this time. However, it now offers the ability to capture macro shots. On the battery front, it brings a 3,561mAh battery which might contribute to a longer 6% battery life. Moreover, the iPhone 16 brings WiFi 7, a USB Type-C port, and an AI-enhanced Siri experience.

iPhone 16 Specifications

  • Display: 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, 60Hz refresh rate
  • Resolution: 2556 x 1179 pixels
  • Processor: Apple 18 SoC
  • Memory: 8GB RAM, up to 512GB storage
  • Camera:
    • Rear: 48MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide camera
    • Front: 12MP
  • Battery: 3,561mAh
  • Connectivity: WiFi 7, USB Type-C port
  • OS: iOS 18
  • Security: TrueDepth camera for FaceID facial recognition
  • Features:
    • Water and dust resistance (IP68)
    • Stereo speakers
  • Colors: Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine

Watch our comparison between iPhone 16 and iPhone 15

iPhone 16e Price in Nepal [2025 Updated]

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Apple announced the iPhone 16e a while ago. The new model succeeds the iPhone SE introduced in 2022 and brings several new upgrades, and it’s now available for purchase in Nepal as well. This article will cover everything about the latest iPhone 16e, including its availability and official price in Nepal.

iPhone 16e Overview

Display and Design

The iPhone 16e features a sleek design similar to the iPhone 14, with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display that offers a resolution of 2532×1170 pixels at 460ppi. The screen can reach a peak brightness of 1200 nits, ensuring visibility in bright environments.

The device also introduces a notch for Face ID, replacing the older Touch ID, aligning with the design language of other recent iPhone models. Compared to the iPhone 16, the 16e is slightly smaller, being 0.1mm narrower and 0.7mm shorter.

iPhone 16e Design and Display

Performance

Internally, the iPhone 16e is powered by the A18 chip, built using 2nd-gen 3nm technology, which is also present in the iPhone 16. This chip, along with 8GB of RAM, ensures that the device can handle Apple’s AI features like Apple Intelligence for tasks such as notification summaries.

The iPhone 16e comes with 128GB of storage as its base option, and there are no 64GB variants available. A notable change in the iPhone 16e is the use of an Apple-developed modem, making it the first iPhone to move away from Qualcomm chips. This new modem supports 5G connectivity, providing faster mobile data speeds.

New Features

One of the standout features of the iPhone 16e is the customizable Action Button, allowing users to quickly access various functions. The device comes with a USB-C port, which is now required in the European market.

Although the phone supports Qi wireless charging up to 7.5W, it does not support MagSafe accessories or fast wireless charging, which is available on pricier iPhone models.

The iPhone 16e also has an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance, making it suitable for exposure to water up to 6 meters deep.

The camera system is a bit more straightforward, with a single 48MP rear camera, offering a wide-angle lens with optical image stabilization and a 2x optical zoom telephoto option. It also has a 12MP front-facing camera.

iphone 16e Features

Camera system

The iPhone 16e sports a 48MP wide-angle camera with a 2x optical zoom telephoto option and an f/1.6 aperture. The front camera has been upgraded to 12MP with an f/1.9 aperture. The camera system supports Dolby Vision HDR video recording at 4K 60 fps, slo-mo video at 1080p 240fps, and Cinematic mode up to 4K HDR at 30 fps.

Battery and durability

In terms of battery life, Apple claims the iPhone 16e lasts 12 more hours compared to older iPhones, but this comparison is actually made with older models like the iPhone 11 and iPhone SE series, a subtle detail Apple didn’t make clear.

Despite this, the iPhone 16e does offer a bigger battery and the energy-efficient A18 chip, which results in an improvement in battery performance, with up to 26 hours of video playback. It has an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.

Connectivity and features

 The device supports 5G (sub‑6 GHz), Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and GPS, providing robust connectivity options. It supports dual SIM (nano + eSIM), Face ID using the TrueDepth camera, and stereo speakers for enhanced audio. Meanwhile, the iPhone 16e runs on iOS 18.

What’s the difference between iPhone 16 and 16e?

While it shares a lot of features with the iPhone 16, including the A18 chip, the same 6.1-inch display, aluminum frames, action button, and an IP68 rating. There are several things the company didn’t highlight.

Notably, the iPhone 16e lacks MagSafe charging, the Dynamic Island feature, cinematic and spatial video recording (due to its single 48MP camera), and the latest-gen Ceramic Shield glass. It also has one fewer GPU core than the iPhone 16 and doesn’t feature the 120Hz refresh rate found in the more premium model. As mentioned above, another significant change is Apple’s shift from Qualcomm to its in-house C1 5G modem for the iPhone 16e, which powers the device’s 5G connectivity.

iPhone 16e Specifications

  • Display: 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Chipset: A18 chip with a 16-core neural engine
  • Camera: 48MP wide, 12MP front
  • Battery: Up to 26 hours of video playback
  • Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3
  • Operating system: iOS 18
  • Water resistance: IP68 rating
Read full specs of iPhone 16e here

iPhone 16e Price in Nepal and Availability

In Nepal, the official price of the iPhone 16e is NPR 106,399 for the sole 128GB variant. Since its 256GB and 512GB models are no longer available. You can buy iPhone 16e in Nepal from Apple-authorized stores across the country.

iPhone 16e Price in Nepal (Official)
128GB NPR 117,100 106,399
256GB NPR 135,900 (out of stock)
512GB NPR 173,700 (out of stock)

  • Meanwhile, check out our iPhone 16e review.

iPhone 15 Price in Nepal [2025 Updated]

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If you are looking for an affordable non-Pro iPhone, the iPhone 15 is probably the way to go for most folks. Even though iPhone 17 is already available in Nepal. So in this article, let’s walk through the specs, features, and the latest official price in Nepal of the iPhone 15.

iPhone 15 Overview:

Design and Display

The iPhone 15 shares an identical visual to the iPhone 14. While the titanium frame is reserved for the Pro/Pro Max siblings, the aerospace-grade aluminum frame is still a sturdy thing on the vanilla iPhone 15.

Besides this, its rear panel is polished with nanocrystalline particles for a textured matte finish. Likewise, you get an IP68 rating for protection against dust and water drips. Apple ships this guy in five color options: Black, Blue, Green, Yellow, and Pink.

iPhone 15 Design and Display

Getting to the display, it’s the same panel as the iPhone 14 Pro at 6.1 inches in size. This Super Retina XDR screen bears an FHD+ resolution (2556 x 1179 pixels), HDR10, Dolby Vision, 2,000 nits of peak brightness, and Ceramic Shield glass protection.

Sadly, the refresh rate has stayed the same at 60Hz to bridge the gap with the Pro siblings. What’s new this time is the arrival of Dynamic Island, Apple’s “innovative” way of making the best out of a notch, introduced in the iPhone 14 Pro Series. And this finally marks the end of the gigantic notch.

A16 Bionic

Running the show on the core of the iPhone 15 is Apple’s last year chipset, the A16 Bionic. To recall, Apple brought the culture of using last-gen chips on the vanilla and Plus models from the iPhone 14 series. While it’s not as powerful as the latest A17 Pro SoC on the iPhone 15 Pro lineup, the A16 Bionic still packs a load of punch.

This 4nm-fabbed chip features a hexa-core architecture with two Everest cores at 3.46GHz and four Sawtooth cores at 2.0GHz clock speeds. Handling the graphics tasks and gaming is the 5-core GPU from Apple.

A16 Bionic Chip

As for the software, the iPhone 15 boots on the latest iOS 17. This iteration brings a bunch of improvements and customization options such as customized caller ID, message transcription, Namedrop (sharing contact through Airdrop), StandBy Mode, and such.

Camera

Getting to the optics, Apple still lays a dual camera setup on this vanilla model. However, the primary shooter gets a resolution bump this time, with a 48MP sensor. This quad-pixel camera brings 100% Focus Pixels for swift autofocus.

What’s more interesting is the 24MP super-high-res mode which is set by default. Apple claims superb image quality at a practical file size with this mode. To address the lack of a zoom unit here, this vanilla model offers a 2X telephoto option as well.

iPhone 15 Camera

Moving to the front, you get a 12MP TrueDepth camera engraved on the Dynamic Island which also doubles as a 3D face scanner for biometrics security.

USB-C and others

With the EU mandating a USB-C port in different consumer electronic goods in its region, Apple has finally abandoned its Lightning port on the entire iPhone 15 series.

Unfortunately, the vanilla model equips an older, slower USB 2.0 port while the Pro siblings enjoy a faster USB 3.0 connection. You still get reverse charging via a USB-C to USB-C cable to charge your new updated AirPods Pro and Apple Watch.

iPhone 15 Reverse Wired Charging

As usual, Apple hasn’t mentioned the actual battery size of its latest iPhones, but unofficial third-party teardowns should reveal that info shortly. Anyway, there’s no upgrade in the charging department since the iPhone 15’s wired and wireless charging speed is still capped at 20W and 15W (via MagSafe), respectively.

Whereas the phone still retains satellite connectivity, crash detection, and emergency SOS features. Apple has also introduced “Roadside Assistance” this time, which uses satellite connection for calling in help for vehicles in deserted spots with no cellular connectivity.

iPhone 15 Specifications:

  • Dimension: 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8mm, 171 grams
  • Display: 6.1‑inch OLED, Super Retina XDR, 60Hz refresh rate
  • Resolution: 2556 x 1179 pixels, 460 ppi
  • Chipset: A16 Bionic (4nm) processor, 6 CPU cores + 5 GPU cores, 16-core Neural Engine
  • Storage: 128/256/512GB (non-upgradeable)
  • Operating System: iOS 17
  • SIM: Dual SIM (nano + eSIM), dual eSIM
  • Back Camera: Dual:
    – 48MP f/1.6 primary camera, 2x optical zoom, sensor-shift OIS
    – 12MP f/2.4 ultrawide camera, 120° field of view
  • Front Camera: 12MP front camera with f/1.9 aperture
  • Security: TrueDepth camera for FaceID facial recognition
  • Connectivity: 5G (sub-6GHz and mmWave), WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS with Glonass, Galileo, QZSS, and Beidou, NFC, UWB
  • Other features: Water and dust resistance (IP68), Stereo speakers
  • Battery: Up to 20 hours of video playback, 7.5W Qi Wireless Charging, 15W MagSafe Wireless Charger (No adapter included in the box)
Read full specs of iPhone 15 here

iPhone 15 Price in Nepal and Availability

The latest official price of iPhone 15 in Nepal is NPR 112,799 for the 128GB model. You can buy iPhone 15 in Nepal from Apple-authorized stores across the country.

iPhone 15 Price in Nepal (Official)
128GB NPR 100,600 112,799
256GB NPR 154,200 (out of stock)
512GB NPR 191,900 (out of stock)

Watch our comparison between iPhone 16 and iPhone 15

iPhone 14 Price in Nepal [2025 Updated]

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It’s been quite some time since Apple unveiled the iPhone 14 series. The iPhone 14 is the most affordable in this lineup, but it was launched at exorbitant pricing in Nepal. But after a series of price drops, the iPhone 14 is relatively more affordable now. So, let’s take a look at the specifications, features, availability, and the latest official price in Nepal of the iPhone 14.

iPhone 14 Overview:

Design, Display

The iPhone 14 retains the same design as its predecessor. That means a big notch on the front and camera lenses aligned diagonally on the back. The entire body is made of aerospace-grade aluminum and is dust and water-resistant to IP68 standards.

iPhone 14 Design and Display

Similarly, a Ceramic shield protects the iPhone 14’s front. The screen size is 6.1-inch and, as expected, it’s a SuperRetina XDR OLED display with Dolby Vision HDR, P3, and True Tone support. Other display features include a peak HDR brightness of 1200nits and a refresh rate of 60Hz. Sadly, there’s no 120Hz ProMotion this time as well.

Performance

Apple A15 Processor

Inside, Apple has packed last year’s A15 Bionic chip over the latest A16 Bionic. However, this is a 5-core GPU version of the SoC found in last year’s flagship iPhone 13 Pro models. As a result, it performs 18% better than its predecessor. There are three storage options: 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB.

Cameras

As for the optics, the iPhone 14 features dual cameras on the back, including a 12MP wide-angle primary sensor with a larger f/1.5 aperture, sensor-shift OIS, and a secondary 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens. These bigger camera sensors, when paired with the new Photonic Engine, deliver a significant improvement in low-light performance.

The Photonic Engine is a deep integration of hardware and software that improves the main sensor’s mid-to-low-light performance by 2.5x and the ultrawide and selfie camera’s performance by 2x. For the first time, the front camera also has an autofocus feature for selfies and video chats.

Battery

In terms of battery life, the iPhone 14 can provide up to 80 hours of audio playback and up to 20 hours of video playback. It charges with a 20W adapter and takes about 30 minutes to reach 50% capacity. There is also support for 15W MagSafe Wireless and 7.5W Qi wireless charging.

Extras

Finally, with the iPhone 14 series, Apple also announced a “Crash Detection” feature that makes use of the phone’s high-dynamic range gyroscope and dual-core accelerometer. When an accident is detected, the smartphone automatically connects to the emergency service.

iPhone 14 Series Satellite Connectivity

There’s also a new Emergency SOS via Satellite feature, which allows users to send messages even when there’s no cellular connection on the iPhone 14. For this, you need to point the phone directly at a satellite. But since satellites constantly revolve around the earth, Apple has created specialized software that shows you exactly where to point your phone to hit a satellite. This feature is free for two years in the United States and Canada.

iPhone 14 Specifications:

  • Display: 6.1‑inch (2532 × 1170 pixels) OLED, 460ppi, Super Retina XDR
  • Chipset: Six-core A15 Bionic 64-bit processor, 16-core Neural Engine
  • Storage: 128/256/512GB
  • Operating System: iOS 16
  • SIM: Dual SIM (nano + eSIM), dual eSIM
  • Back Camera: Dual:
    – 12MP wide-angle f/1.5 primary camera, 7-element lens, sensor-shift OIS, True Tone flash with Slow Sync, 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 60 fps, Cinematic video, Action Mode
    – 12MP 120° Ultra Wide f/2.4 camera, 5-elements lens
  • Front Camera: 12MP front camera with f/1.9 aperture, 1080p video recording, Retina Flash, 4K Dolby Vision HDR recording up to 60 fps, Slo‑mo 1080p at 120 fps, Cinematic video
  • Security: TrueDepth camera for FaceID facial recognition
  • Connectivity: 5G (sub-6GHz and mmWave) with 4 x 4 MIMO, Gigabit LTE with 4×4 MIMO and LAA, 802.11ax Wi‑Fi 6 with 2×2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS with, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and Beidou
  • Other features: Water and dust resistance (IP68), Stereo speakers
  • Battery: Up to 20 hours of video playback, 7.5W Qi Wireless Charging, 15W MagSafe Wireless Charger (No adapter included in the box)
Read full specs of iPhone 14 here

iPhone 14 Price in Nepal and Availability

The latest official iPhone 14 price in Nepal is NPR 90,799 for the 128GB storage. You can buy the iPhone 14 in Nepal from Apple-authorized retailers, where you’ll also get benefits like a standard 1-year warranty and one-time breakage insurance for 1 year.

iPhone 14 Price in Nepal (Official)
128GB NPR 85,800 90,799
256GB (out of stock)
512GB (out of stock)

iPhone 13 Price in Nepal [2025 Updated]

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While the latest iPhone 17 series is quite expensive, given its latest features like a bigger camera sensor, USB Type-C, and faster performance, the 4-year-old iPhone 13 might be the right phone at the right price for most Apple enthusiasts. So let’s take a look at the regular iPhone 13 and its latest official price in Nepal, specifications, and more.

iPhone 13 Overview:

Design and Display

iPhone 13 comes with the same flat edge design that Apple offered in last year’s iPhones. The frame makes use of aluminum, while the corners are rounded. Similarly, the notch on the front is also smaller this time.

Moving on, there is not much to talk about the display. This 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED screen is brighter while retaining all the features of its predecessor. Still, it would have been better if Apple had included 120Hz ProMotion on the non-Pro iPhone 13s, too.

iPhone 13 Display and Design

Moving on, the iPhone 13 has an IP68 rating against dust and water damage. It is offered in five color options: (PRODUCT)RED, Starlight, Midnight, Blue, and Pink.

Performance and Memory

Like the rest of the entries in this lineup, the standard iPhone 13 is powered by the A15 Bionic chipset as well. Apple’s latest mobile silicon is based on TSMC’s 5nm process node and packs 15 billion transistors. Still, the iPhone 13 is not as powerful as its Pro siblings. Here, Apple has included a 6-core CPU and a 4-core GPU—contrary to the 5-core GPU on the iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max.

Apple A15 Processor

Apple is also claiming a significant boost in machine learning applications with its new 16-core Neural Engine, which is capable of 15.8 TOPS.

Camera

At the back, Apple has redesigned the camera bump, where the camera sensors are placed diagonally instead. While the ultra-wide camera has remained unchanged, the primary camera gets a couple of changes.

To start with, the iPhone 13 comes with a bigger sensor that can capture 47% more light compared to last year. It’s the same one that was used in last year’s Pro models. Similarly, sensor-shift Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) is now on the vanilla iPhone as well.

iPhone 13 camera setup

With the new Cinematic mode, the iPhone 13 can now automatically shift the focus between subjects based on their movement. One can even change the focus after the recording using apps like Photos and iMovie. Like always, there is a 12MP TrueDepth camera on the front.

  • Also, check out all the prices and full specs of iPhones here

Rest of the specs

iPhone 13 also brings a bigger battery. Apple claims that the new 3,240mAh cell on the iPhone 13 can last 2 hours more on offline video playback than the iPhone 12. The charging speed is the same as last year, though.

It supports 20W wired, 15W MagSafe Wireless, and 7.5W Qi Wireless charging. However, you will have to buy the charger separately as Apple doesn’t include one in the box.

iPhone 13 Specifications:

  • Dimension: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65mm, 174 grams
  • Display: 6.1-inch (2532 × 1170 pixels) OLED, 460 PPI, Super Retina XDR
  • Chipset: Six-core A15 Bionic 64-bit processor, 16-core Neural Engine
  • Storage: 128/256/512GB
  • Operating System: iOS 16
  • SIM: Dual SIM (nano + eSIM), dual eSIM support
  • Back Camera: Dual:
    – 12MP wide-angle f/1.6 primary camera, 7-element lens, sensor-shift OIS, True Tone flash with Slow Sync, 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 60 fps,
    – 12MP 120° ultra-wide f/2.4 camera, 5-elements lens
  • Front Camera: 12MP front camera with f/2.2 aperture, 1080p video recording, Retina Flash, Dolby Vision HDR recording up to 30 fps, 4K video recording at 60 fps, Slo‑mo 1080p at 120 fps
  • Security: TrueDepth camera for FaceID facial recognition
  • Connectivity: 5G (sub-6GHz and mmWave), Gigabit LTE with 4×4 MIMO and LAA, 802.11ax Wi‑Fi 6 with 2×2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS with GLONASS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and Beidou
  • Other features: Water and dust resistance (IP68), Stereo speakers
  • Battery: 3,240mAh, 20W fast charging, 7.5W Qi Wireless Charging, 15W MagSafe Wireless Charger (No adapter included in the box)
Read full specs of iPhone 13 here

iPhone 13 Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of the iPhone 13 in Nepal is now NPR 80,399 for the sole 128GB variant. You can buy an iPhone 13 in Nepal from Apple-authorized stores across the country, where you will also get benefits like a standard 1-year warranty and one-time breakage insurance for 1 year.

iPhone 13 Price in Nepal (Official)
128GB NPR 74,100 80,399

Meanwhile, check out iPhone 13 long-term review

The new Xiaomi Pad Mini is Xiaomi’s answer to the iPad mini

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Xiaomi just unveiled the Pad Mini alongside the Redmi Pad 2 Pro, and it’s positioned as a direct Android alternative to Apple’s iPad Mini. The company is targeting the compact tablet segment, where Android options are surprisingly limited. Now, let’s jump in this article, where I will discuss everything about the latest Xiaomi Pad Mini, including its price in Nepal, specifications, and availability.

Xiaomi Pad Mini Overview

Design

Xiaomi Pad Mini Design

At 326g, the Pad Mini is pretty light for what you’re getting. Xiaomi’s offering it in Gray and Purple colorways, with an optional case that includes a strap for one-handed grip and a kickstand for hands-free viewing. The whole design philosophy here seems to be about portability and comfort more than anything.

Display 

Xiaomi Pad Mini Display

The 8.8-inch LCD runs at 3K resolution with a 165Hz refresh rate with peak brightness hitsting 700 nits. You’re also getting Dolby Vision support and full DC dimming to reduce eye strain if you’re used to using devices longer than usual.

Performance and Software Features

The MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ handles processing, paired with either 8GB or 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB or 512GB UFS 4.1 storage. HyperOS runs the show with some tablet-specific features.  Workstation mode gives you multi-window and split-screen capabilities, which could be handy on that 8.8-inch screen if you need to multitask. The cross-device controls with Xiaomi phones and the ability to use it as a secondary monitor for PC,  The Xiaomi Focus Pen support adds note-taking and annotation capabilities, though we don’t have pricing details for the stylus yet.

Battery and Charging

You also get a 7,500mAh battery with a 67W fast charging. Meanwhile, you also get 18W reverse charging and dual USB-C ports, which is pretty unheard of in most android tablet.

Camera and Audio

The camera setup is as you expected, is very very basic with a 13MP rear shooter that does 4K video at 30fps and an 8MP front camera.  Audio gets more attention with dual stereo speakers supporting Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res audio. For a media-focused device, decent speakers are actually important.

Connectivity and Security

Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 handle connectivity, which is future-proofed for the next few years. The security situation is less impressive though, with only 2D face unlock that’s not secure enough for apps or payments. No fingerprint scanner means you’re stuck with PINs or passwords for secure authentication.

Android 16 is supposed to bring enhanced desktop productivity tools, a Linux Terminal app, and an expanded AI suite with writing assistance, speech recognition, interpretation, and AI art features.

Xiaomi Pad Mini Specifications

  • Display: 8.8-inch LCD, 3K resolution, 165Hz refresh rate, 700 nits brightness, 16:10 aspect ratio
  • Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ SoC
  • Memory: 8GB/12GB LPDDR5X RAM, 256GB/512GB UFS 4.1 storage
  • Operating System: HyperOS (Android-based) with Android 16 updates planned
  • Rear Camera: 13MP with 4K video recording at 30fps
  • Front Camera: 8MP
  • Battery: 7,500mAh with 67W fast charging, 18W reverse charging
  • Audio: Dual stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res audio support
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, dual USB-C ports
  • Security: 2D face unlock (not secure for payments/apps)
  • Colors: Gray, Purple
  • Weight: 326g
  • Accessories: Optional case with strap and kickstand

Xiaomi Pad Mini Price in Nepal and Availability

The Xiaomi Pad Mini starts at $429 USD for the base 8GB + 256GB variant globally. When it makes it to Nepal, it would start at no less than NPR 70,000, considering typical import duties and retailer markup for Xiaomi tablets.

Variant Price in Global Markets Price in Nepal (Expected)
8GB + 256GB $429 NPR 70,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Google Pixel 10

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is here and it is also Android’s flagship processor

Qualcomm just dropped the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and it’s more powerful than ever. The chip promises up to 23% better performance than its predecessor and brings the world’s first mobile APV codec support for professional video recording. Now, let’s jump in this article, where I will discuss everything about the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, including its rumored price in Nepal, specifications, and availability.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Overview

Why the Gen 5 Naming?

The whole naming thing is kinda funny though. Qualcomm skipped straight to “Gen 5” because they’re counting from the original Snapdragon 8 series that began in 2021. Here’s how it breaks down: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 in 2021, followed by the 8 Gen 2 in 2022, then the 8 Gen 3 in 2023, and last year’s Snapdragon 8 Elite which would have been the 8 Gen 4. So this new chip is technically the fifth in the series.

According to Qualcomm, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 represents “an evolution of its established framework” rather than a complete architectural change. They’re keeping the Elite branding while continuing the generational numbering from where they left off.

Performance and Processing Power

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

At its core is TSMC’s N3P 3nm manufacturing process, pushing clock speeds up to 4.65GHz on the prime cores. We’re talking about a 2+6 core configuration with two Prime cores running at 4.6GHz and six Performance cores at 3.62GHz. The whole setup delivers a 20% improvement in CPU performance, 35% better efficiency, and 16% overall power savings across the entire processor.

The benchmark numbers are pretty wild as well. AnTuTu scores are hitting between 4.2 million and 4.4 million points, which is record-breaking territory for mobile chips. Single-core performance jumps by 20%, multi-core gets a 17% boost, and web browsing is 32% faster. The previous Snapdragon 8 Elite topped out at 4.32GHz (4.47GHz for Galaxy phones), so this new chip is edging closer to that 5GHz barrier everyone’s been talking about.

The CPU also packs hardware-based AI acceleration with Arm’s SME extension support. This isn’t replacing the NPU, but it’ll handle smaller AI models that aren’t optimized for dedicated AI silicon. When AI workloads can’t use the NPU, they usually fall back to the GPU or CPU.

Gaming Performance and Graphics

According to recent tests, gaming performance is where this chip really shines. BGMI runs at 120FPS in Original Frame Rate Mode and can push up to 144FPS in Hyper Frame Rate Mode. CODM hits a smooth 144FPS, while Genshin Impact manages 60FPS consistently. Mobile gaming gets a huge boost with the new Adreno GPU, with a 23% performance increase and 20% lower power consumption.

The GPU runs at 1.2GHz (up from 1.1GHz on the previous gen) and introduces Adreno High Performance Memory with 18MB of dedicated cache for game developers. This should deliver up to 10% power savings during gaming. Qualcomm’s working directly with developers like miHoYo, NetEase, and Tencent to optimize games for this new cache system. You’re also getting full Unreal Engine 5 compatibility with Nanite and Lumen support, plus mesh shading technology as well.

AI Processing and Agentic Features

The next-generation Hexagon NPU is 37% faster than the previous chip and delivers 16% better performance per watt. It includes added AI accelerators specifically for running large language models locally on your phone. The big addition is INT2 precision support, which allows for higher compression of AI models. This means some AI models that were too large for phones might actually run on-device now.

The Qualcomm Personal Scribe and personal knowledge graph sound pretty interesting. These features can make recommendations and act on your behalf based on your routines, preferences, and conversations. It taps into the Sensing Hub for always-on, low-power processing, handling audio, presence-sensing, and contextual understanding for multimodal AI assistants.

Camera and Video Capabilities

You’re getting the world’s first mobile chipset with Advanced Professional Video codec support. Samsung’s been pushing APV as their prosumer video format, claiming “perceptually lossless” video quality back in 2023. Qualcomm says this lets you capture near-lossless video while making adjustments in post-production like highlights, shadows, and precise color grading.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is the world’s first mobile platform with APV codec support. The APV codec records high-bitrate, pro-grade video similar to ProRes on iPhone or RAW on professional cameras. Such codecs are used for advanced editing, colour grading, and VFX without quality loss. The APV also offers a fully computational video pipeline. Each frame is individually extracted and preserved with still-image quality.

The camera setup supports up to 320MP sensors for snapshots, with standard configurations handling 48MP triple cameras or 108MP single cameras. The triple 20-bit Spectra AI ISP is upgraded from 18-bit, delivering a claimed 4x increase in dynamic range. Video recording goes up to 4K at 120fps, 8K playback at 60fps, and 1080p slow-motion at 480fps.

Dragon Fusion technology, developed with computational imaging specialists Arcsoft, gives devices a “fully computational” video pipeline. Every video frame gets treated like a photo with advanced AI tone mapping, improved colors, shadows, and highlights.

Audio Recording Innovation

Snapdragon Audio Sense is Qualcomm’s answer to professional audio recording. It promises pro-level audio capture in any environment with wind noise rejection, audio zoom, and HDR audio recording. The company claims this tech will eliminate the need for additional shotgun or lavalier microphones, though it requires devices with piezo-electric MEMs microphones.

Connectivity and Modem Upgrades

The Qualcomm X85 modem bumps download speeds to 12.5Gbps (up from 10Gbps) and upload speeds to 3.7Gbps (up from 3Gbps). The modem is more efficient and offers enhanced location accuracy compared to the previous generation.

You’re still getting the FastConnect 7900 connectivity suite with Wi-Fi 7 support across 6GHz, 5GHz, and 2.4GHz bands, Bluetooth 6.0, and UWB on a single chip. The connectivity improvements include up to 40% power savings and up to 50% lower gaming latency thanks to AI-enhanced Wi-Fi optimization.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Specifications

  • Processor: Third-generation Oryon CPU, 2+6 cores (2x 4.65GHz + 6x 3.62GHz), TSMC N3P 3nm
  • Graphics: Adreno GPU at 1.2GHz with 18MB cache, 23% performance boost, Unreal Engine 5 support
  • AI Engine: Hexagon NPU, 37% faster, INT2/INT4 precision, Personal Scribe, LLM accelerators
  • Memory: LPDDR5x RAM, UFS 4.1 storage
  • Camera ISP: Triple 20-bit Spectra ISP, up to 320MP, Dragon Fusion pipeline
  • Video: 4K/120fps, 8K/60fps, APV codec support, 1080p/480fps slow-motion
  • Audio: Snapdragon Audio Sense with wind rejection, audio zoom, HDR recording
  • 5G Modem: X85 modem, 12.5Gbps down, 3.7Gbps up
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, UWB, 40% power savings
  • Navigation: GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/Beidou/QZSS/NavIC, sidewalk-level accuracy
  • Display: Quad HD+, 240Hz, 10-bit color
  • Charging: Quick Charge 5, USB-C

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Availability in Nepal

The chipset will power flagship phones launching this month, with Xiaomi 17 series being the first. If launched in Nepal, it is expected to start at no less than NPR 190,000, based on current flagship pricing trends for ultra-premium models like the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Pixel 10

Xiaomi’s budget Redmi Note 14 4G is now even more affordable in Nepal

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Redmi Note 14 series has just received a price drop in Nepal, although this doesn’t include the “Pro” models. Both Redmi Note 14 4G and Redmi Note 14 5G are now cheaper by NPR 1,000 on all their configurations. So in this article, we’ll walk through the specs, features, and latest official price of the Redmi Note 14 4G in Nepal.

Redmi Note 14 4G Overview:

Design and Display

To start with, the Redmi Note 14 4G slightly distinguishes itself from last year’s Note 13 4G. The frames are still flat here while the camera module gets a refresh with a squarish look. Meanwhile, the IP54 rating remains unchanged.

Redmi Note 14 4G Design and Display

On the display side, you are greeted with a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1800nits of peak brightness. This 8-bit panel gets Gorilla Glass 5 protection, 960Hz of PWM dimming, and 240Hz of touch sampling rate.

Performance

Running the things from the core on the Redmi Note 14 4G is a Helio G99 SoC. The same 6nm chip from the Note 13 Pro 4G from last year, which is actually fine for the price, this thing carries. Memory-wise, the base variant starts at 6/128GB while the upper trim is 8/256GB. Meanwhile, booting the Note 14 4G is Xiaomi HyperOS based on Android 14.

Optics

Getting to the cameras, you get a triple-camera setup. But the 8MP ultrawide camera bids farewell this time, and all we have is a 108MP main camera with useless 2MP + 2MP macro and depth units. But thanks to HyperOS, you do get some flavor of some AI stuff such as AI erase, AI Sky, and such.

Redmi Note 14 4G Camera

Battery and Others

Fueling the Redmi Note 14 4G is a 5500mAh battery with 33W fast wired charging support. Connectivity options include 4G, WiFi 5 (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a USB Type-C port. Furthermore, you get an in-display fingerprint reader and a Dolby Atmos-powered dual setup speaker.

Redmi Note 14 4G Specifications:

  • Dimensions:163.25 x 76.55 x 8.16 mm
  • Weight: 196.5 g
  • Display: 6.67 inches AMOLED, 1800 nits (peak)
  • Refresh Rate: 120Hz
  • Resolution: 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
  • OS: Android 14, Xiaomi HyperOS
  • Chipset: Mediatek Helio G99 Ultra (6nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core  (2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
  • GPU: Mali-G57 MC2
  • Rear Camera:
    • 108MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.67″, 0.64µm, PDAF
    • 2MP, f/2.4, (depth)
    • 2MP, f/2.4, (macro)
  • Selfie Camera: Single 20 MP, f/2.4, (wide)
  • Battery: 5500 mAh, non-removable
  • Charging: 33W wired, 50% in 29 min, 100% in 70 min (advertised)
  • Colors: Midnight Black, Lime Green, Ocean Blue, Mist Purple
  • Sound: Stereo Speaker, Dolby Atmos
  • Headphone Jack: 3.5mm
  • Sensor: Fingerprint (under-display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, Virtual proximity sensing
Read full specs of Redmi Note 14 4G here

Redmi Note 14 4G Price in Nepal and Availability

With the latest price drop by NPR 1,000, the new price of Redmi Note 14 4G in Nepal is NPR 23,999 for the 6/128GB and NPR 26,999 for the 8/256GB variant. You can buy Redmi Note 14 4G in Nepal from Xiaomi-authorized stores across the country.

Redmi Note 14 4G Price in Nepal (Official)
6/128GB NPR 24,999 23,999
8/256GB NPR 27,999 26,999

Redmi Note 14 5G receives a price drop in Nepal

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While we’re waiting for the Redmi Note 15 series to arrive in Nepal, Xiaomi has introduced a price drop on the Redmi Note 14 series. So in this article, we will be going through everything you need to know about the Redmi Note 14 5G, alongside its latest official price in Nepal.

Redmi Note 14 5G Overview

Design and Display

The core design of both phones remains the same; however, the Redmi has given the Note 14 5G enough tweaks to be visually distinguishable. The camera cutout has grown larger, while the back panel has gone back to being curved.

Similarly, the camera island has gone a bit softer with the edge, and the LED flash has shifted a couple of millimeters up. The phone offers an added level of durability with an IP64 rating, reinforced internal design, and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

Redmi Note 14 5G Design and Display

On the front, the Redmi Note 14 5G has a 6.67-inch OLED screen with FHD+ resolution. It offers a refresh rate of up to 120Hz and a peak brightness of 2,100 nits. You also get a standard and instantaneous touch sampling rate of 240Hz and 2,160Hz, respectively. The display is capable of HDR10+ and covers the DCI-P3 color gamut. Moreover, it has received TÜV and SGS certifications for eye care features like low blue light.

Performance

The MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra serves as the brain of the Redmi Note 14 5G. With 6nm fabrication and a higher 2.5GHz clock speed, this chipset offers a decent upgrade over the Dimensity 6080 on its predecessor. Furthermore, the chip is paired with up to 12 GB of RAM and 512GB of UFS 2.2 storage. However, only the 8/128GB and 8/256GB are likely to launch in Nepal. For the battery, it has a sizable 5,110 mAh cell with 45W charging support.

Camera and the rest

The primary shooter on the Redmi Note 14 5G is a 108MP OIS-enabled lens coupled with a Sony LYT-600 sensor. Additionally, there is an 8MP ultrawide unit and a 2MP macro sensor. The latter barely adds to the photography experience though. Meanwhile, a 20MP camera sits on the front for selfies and 2D face scanning.

Redmi Note 14 5G Camera

Connectivity-wise, you get dual-SIM support with 5G cellular, dual-band WiFi 5, and Bluetooth v5.3 for wireless medium on the Redmi Note 14 5G. On the other hand, a USB Type-C port and a 3.5mm headphone jack handle the wired connections. For additional security, there is an in-display fingerprint sensor. The company also mentions “Heart rate detection” as a feature on this phone, but refuses to elaborate any further.

Redmi Note 14 5G Specifications

  • Design: Monotone or patterned design, IP65-rated
  • Dimensions: 162.40 mm x 75.70 mm x 7.99 mm
  • Weight: 190 grams
  • Display: 6.67” OLED panel, Up to 120Hz refresh rate, 2,100 nits peak brightness, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 2,160Hz instantaneous touch sampling rate, 8-bit, HDR10+, DCI-P3 colour gamut, TÜV and SGS certified for eye protection and low blue light, Corning Gorilla Glass 5 Protection
  • Resolution: FHD+ (1,080 x 2,400)
  • Chipset: Octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6nm)
  • RAM: 6GB, 8GB or 12GB, LPDDR4X
  • ROM: 128GB or 256GB UFS 2.2
  • OS: Xiaomi HyperOS, Android 14
  • Rear Camera: Triple Camera (108MP Primary with OIS + 8MP Ultrawide + 2MP Macro camera)
  • Front Camera: 20MP Camera (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
  • Security: In-display fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
  • Sensors: Virtual Proximity, Ambient light, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, E-compass, Infrared remote control
  • Navigation: GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), Galileo (E1), BeiDou (B1l), AGNSS
  • Battery: 5,110 mAh cell with 45W fast charging
  • Connectivity: Dual SIM, 5G cellular, Dual-band WiFi, Hotspot, Bluetooth v5.3, USB Type-C
  • Color Options: Midnight Black, Coral Green, Lavender Purple
Read full specs of Redmi Note 14 5G here

Redmi Note 14 5G Price in Nepal and Availability

Xiaomi Nepal has dropped the price of the Redmi Note 14 5G by exactly NPR 1,000, which means its 8/256GB and 12/512GB variants now cost NPR 29,999 and NPR 34,999, respectively. You can buy Redmi Note 14 5G in Nepal from Xiaomi-authorized stores across the country.

Redmi Note 14 5G Price in Nepal (Official)
8/256GB NPR 30,999 29,999
12/512GB NPR 35,999 34,999