The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx is Qualcomm’s another attempt to power a Windows 10 device. While the SD850 was the SD845 on steroids, its raw performance was just not enough to power Windows 10 and all its Chrome tabs. It did offer a lot in terms of battery life and integrated connectivity, now you also get the performance to rival the likes of Intel and AMD’s solutions.
Built from the ground up with the primary intention to run a Windows 10 PC, the Snapdragon 8cx should deliver on most of its promises. Reviews of the SoC running on its intended platform has been positive so far and we expect nothing less. Let’s start with its specifications to get a brief idea of how it will perform in theory.
Camera: Qualcomm Spectra 390; up to 16MP dual camera; up to 32MP single camera
Video: Up to 4k video capture; up to 720p@480fps capture; 4k@120fps playback
Display: Up to 4k on display, up to two 4k external display support
GPU: Qualcomm Adreno 680 GPU; DX12 API support
Memory: 2133MHz; LPDDR4x, 8 Channels
Storage: NVMe SSD; UFS 3.0
The company does say the Snapdragon 8cx will pack twice the performance as compared to the Snapdragon 850. While the new Adreno 680 GPU will handle a 4k on device display with ease, it can also do two 4k external displays as well. Looking at the specs and it’s predecessor, it should easily beat the likes of selected Intel U series processors.
While it can do two 4k HDR displays, 4k HDR videos at 120fps are also playable through hardware acceleration. Qualcomm does mention it offer 2X more graphical performance, this seems justifiable enough. It also runs on the new 7nm architecture, with new Kryo 495 cores, and class-leading cellular as well as wireless capabilities.
The Snapdragon 8cx comes with Qualcomm’s x24, but we would have loved to see the x50 5G modem for obvious reasons. The integrated X24 Cat.20 LTE modem, in theory, has a peak download speed of 2Gbps and upload speeds of 316Mbps. As for local wireless connectivity, 802.11ad Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 are also supported.
Now, Qualcomm calls this the “fastest Snapdragon ever”, which isn’t a surprise as laptops and 2-in-1 devices have a higher tolerance for heat compared to a traditional smartphone. Qualcomm also claims multiday battery life, with Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 4+ for charging. Qualcomm’s 4th generation AI engine is on board too.
While all this seem promising for now, a certification for Windows 10 Enterprises should boost adoption rates. Although we won’t be seeing a laptop or 2 in 1 device with the Snapdragon 8cx before mid-2019.
So, we have a new Vivo phone in Nepal as of today. Vivo had already hinted towards its launch in Nepal, about a week or so ago. And now, it is here. The phone is the Vivo Y81i. It is a toned-down version of the Vivo Y81 and costs less than Rs. 20000 in Nepal.
Vivo Y81i Overview
Just like the Vivo Y81, the Y81i also features a 6.22″ IPS LCD display with HD+ resolution. There is also a notch on the screen that houses a selfie shooter, ear-piece, and some sensors.
Even in the camera department, the Y81i is very similar to the Y81. The phone comes with a 13MP camera on the back with aaf/2.2 aperture. Upfront, there is a 5MP camera with the same aperture. This aperture, however, is narrow, which might not make for good image quality in low light settings.
However, as this is a toned-down version, the Y81i is powered by a Quad-core MediaTek Helio A22 chipset. Now that is a strictly low-end chipset. Also, combined with only 2 GB RAM on the phone, we might not get that good of a performance on this phone. Besides that, the phone features only a 16 GB of internal storage, which is expandable with microSD. This phone features a 3260 mAh battery as well.
However, the phone features no fingerprint sensor even for a phone of this price. We can find fingerprint sensors even on the entry-level and budget phones these days. So this absence is absolutely bummer on the phone. Nonetheless, there is a software-based Face Unlock feature.
This phone is priced at Rs.18,990 in Nepal. And personally, I think this is exorbitant pricing on Vivo’s part. There are, of course, better phones in this price range…at least in terms of processing power and memory. And it is really proving the fact that Vivo phones under 30000 are not a good value for money.
Vivo Y81i Specifications:
Display: 6.22-inch IPS LCD with Gorilla Glass protection
Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1520 pixels), 19:9 aspect ratio, 270 PPI
OS & UI: Android 8.1 (Oreo) with FunTouch OS 4.0 on the top
Chipset: MediaTek Helio A22, 12nm architecture
CPU: Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU: PowerVR GE8320
RAM: 2GB
Storage: 16GB, expandable up to 256GB
Rear Camera: 13 MP with f/2.2, PDAF
Front Camera: 5MP with f/2.2
Sensors: Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Connectivity: Dual SIM (Dual 4G), Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS + GLONASS, Micro USB 2.0, USB-OTG, 3.5mm headphone jack
Meizu has launched a brand new entry-level phone with modest specs. It did so during the unveiling of the Meizu 16th and Meizu M6T in India. The specs and features of the Meizu C9 paint a very entry level picture too.
Meizu C9 Overview
There is not much to go on about the specs of the device. They paint a very modest picture with just the basics of what a smartphone should have. The Meizu C9 features a 5.45″ IPS LCD HD+ display with 18:9 aspect ratio. And there is no notch on the device, only regular old bezels.
Also, in the camera department, the Meizu C9 has only got a single camera setup. A 13 MP sensor with a f/2.2 aperture on the rear with an 8 MP sensor at the front. Interestingly, the front camera supports Face Recognition as well.
Under the hood, the C9 is powered by a 1.3 GHz Unisoc SC9832E chipset, which is a low-end chipset. The phone has 2 GB of RAM, so, you’ll get a modest performance as well. It has 16 GB internal storage which is expandable via microSD. Also, it packs a 3000 mAh battery, which should last quite a while considering its specs. In addition, it runs on Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box.
The phone is priced at INR. 5000 for a limited time, but will go to INR.6000 in about a week. For now, the phone is only available in India.
Right. So, Nokia is been doing well after its resurrection – at least in some parts of the world. And they only launched a new phone, the Nokia 7.1 Plus (Nokia X7 in China) in October. And they’re back with another smartphone – the Nokia 8.1. Or are they? By the name, the Nokia 8.1 should be a successor to the Nokia 7 Plus. But this is the Nokia X7 itself, being marketed to the western world.
Yes, that’s very confusing. The Nokia 8.1 is the Nokia 7.1 Plus in the eastern part of the world, except China. There, it is known as the Nokia X7. And the same phone is the Nokia 8.1 in the West. If you were confused, that’s okay. It took me a while to get it around my head. But well, let’s get it over with.
Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7 or Nokia 7.1 Plus) Overview
The new-not-so-new Nokia 8.1 comes with a 6.18″ IPS LCD PureDisplay with Full HD+ resolution on a premium looking glass body. It features a notch on the top that houses a wide notch at the top too. While this is also pretty much similar to the Nokia 6.1 Plus, the only difference is the display is now HDR 10 compliant.
Credit: Android Central
In the camera department, the phone sports dual cameras at the back. The dual camera setup comprises of a 12 MP primary lens with f/1.8 aperture. Another camera is a large sensor of 13 MP, but it is only a depth sensor. With that big depth sensor, imagine the portrait shots you will be getting! The primary camera also has OIS (Optical Image Stabilization), which is a great feature to have. The camera also supports 4K video recording at 30 fps. As for the selfie camera, it lies in the notch and is a big 20 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture.
Inside, the phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, which is a good mid-range chipset. Combined with 4 GB of RAM, this should be a good performer too. Also, the phone has 64 GB of eMMC storage and is expandable up to 400 GB via microSD card. This phone packs a 3500 mAh battery along with 18W Fast Charging feature.
It has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and a dual SIM slot, with one being a Hybrid slot. And yes, the 3.5 mm headphone jack is there too. This Android One phone runs on Android 9.0 Pie. It is available in Blue / Silver, Copper / Steel, and Iron / Steel color options.
It will go on sale sometime mid-December for 400 Euros which converts to around the US $450. The phone is on pre-booking right now.
Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7 Or Nokia 7.1 Plus) Specifications:
Design: Glass Body, 6000 series Aluminum Frame
Dimensions: 154.8×75.76×7.97mm; Weight: 178g
Color Options: Night Red, Dark Blue, Magic Night Silver, Night Black
Display: 6.18-inch (2246 × 1080 pixels) Full HD+ Pure display with 18.7:9 aspect ratio, 500 nits brightness, 96% NTSC Color gamut, DCI-P3, 1500:1 Contrast ratio
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 710
Processor: 2 X 2.2GHz Kryo 360 + 6 X 1.7GHz Kryo 360
GPU: Adreno 616
RAM: 4/6GB LPPDDR4x
ROM: 64/128GB (eMMC 5.1) storage, expandable memory up to 400GB with microSD
SIM: Hybrid Dual SIM (nano + nano / microSD)
OS: Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Back Camera: 12MP rear camera with dual-tone LED flash, Sony IMX363 sensor, f/1.8 aperture, 1.4μm pixels, OIS, 13MP secondary rear camera with f/2.4 aperture
Front Camera: 20MP front-facing camera with f/2.0 aperture
Security: Fingerprint sensor (rear facing)
Connectivity: 3.5mm audio jack, Dual 4G VoLTE, Dual Band WiFi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS + GLONASS, USB Type-C
After a 2-day conference in Hawaii, Qualcomm has fully revealed its latest and the greatest chipset. All hail the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 855! This is the company’s first chipset based on the 7nm technology, like Huawei’s Kirin 980. But the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 has a lot many improvements. And rightly so, as this chip will be powering numerous flagships in the coming year. The Snapdragon 855 focuses on better AI capabilities, a more powerful GPU, better performance and faster connectivity, as it moves to harness the 5G technology.
Now previously, there were leaks about this very chipset under the name Snapdragon 8150. But that was only the code name, the final product will be marketed as the Snapdragon 855. So, don’t confuse one with the other. They’re the same.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Chipset Overview
This chipset has 8 cores, just like most others, but it now has a new CPU configuration. The cores comprise of a single 2.84 GHz Cortex A76, three 2.42 GHz Cortex A76 and four 1.8 GHz Cortex A-55. In detail, that would mean a lot of technical jargon. But, basically, a 1+3+4 core design means higher single thread performance sustainable for longer periods of time. This new tailored design should also mean a 45% boost in CPU performance from the last gen, according to the company.
Similarly, the new chip can support image processing from up to a 48 MP single camera or 24 MP dual cameras. Also, it can even support recording 4K and HDR videos at 60 fps. Not only that, but this phone is also sporting HDR10+ playback at 120 fps and 8K video playback too! While that certainly means raw power, we think it is too much of an overkill for mobile devices.
Also, the 855 packs a more powerful Adreno 640 GPU, which should mean a 20% boost in gaming performance. The GPU also offers an HDR pipeline to support high-quality physically-based rendering.
Besides that, the major improvement the Snapdragon 855 provides is in the AI and machine learning department. Now “AI” has been the buzz-word in 2018, with phones trying to beat each other to who’s going to get to the best AI-integration first. And in the Snapdragon 855, Qualcomm puts a Hexagon 690 DSP unit. The Hexagon 690 is an improved Digital Signal Processor with 2 additional vector processing units that double the chip’s math crunching capabilities. In layman’s terms, this means up to 3 times increment in Qualcomm’s AI performance. The company also boasts that it is 2 times faster than the Huawei’s HiSilicon Kirin 980 chipset.
Lastly, the chip is emphasizing on better connectivity with 5G. But, the chip does not have a built-in 5G modem. Qualcomm’s 5G modem, the X50, is not yet fully optimized to be integrated into the SoC itself. But the SD855 can be paired with the X50 modem and radio antennas much better to harness the 5G connectivity.
So, in a nutshell, the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 focuses on 5 things: Better Performance, better GPU performance, more powerful AI processing, better image processing, and better connectivity. It seems like the dragon has awoken!
Availability
And since it is now official, it is only a question of which smartphone will get to put one in their smartphone first. As the records show, it is always Samsung’s flagships, but this time around, it might air on a new OnePlus device first, as stated by the CEO of OnePlus, Pete Lau. There is no official mention of which smartphone, but it should arrive before the Samsung Galaxy S10, which will come out in February. Considering the company only launched the OnePlus 6T in October, it won’t be the OnePlus 7. So, maybe we’ll also see a new lineup of devices from the Chinese company.
It’s not even the new year, and there have already been several rumors and speculations surrounding Samsung’s next year’s flagship. Samsung usually launches its S-series smartphones in the first quarter, and it will be the same with this new smartphone which will definitely be named the ‘Samsung Galaxy S10’.
The Galaxy S10 will be one of the most interesting smartphones from Samsung, as it will ditch the little bezels that have sandwiched the display, like on the Galaxy Note 9. What for? Well, Samsung has done its own take on this feature by punching a hole to equip the necessary sensors and camera on the front.
A few weeks back, Samsung had shared the designs of the displays the company had been working on. And this punctured display will be known as the Infinity-O display. By the looks of it, the Samsung Galaxy A8s and the Huawei Nova 4 will be among the first smartphones to feature this new take en route the bezel-less future.
The Android software inside the new devices will probably treat the display hole like a notch. It will be interesting to see how much of screen real estate these holes actually cover.
However, this step could come with a cost. Samsung will probably leave the Iris Scanning technology behind to make room just for the camera module and a couple of sensors only. But like a few smartphones of this year, the phone will have an in-display fingerprint scanner. While the devices like the OnePlus 6T come with an Optical sensor, the one on the S10 will probably be an ultrasonic sensor that can map a 3D picture of your fingerprint, making the device more secure.
Another major addition to the S-series is the 5G technology. US-carriers AT&T and Verizon recently announced a partnership with the Korean Giant to provide a 5G enabled phone in the first half of the new year. Undoubtedly, this Galaxy device is the S10!
Rumors have suggested that the Galaxy S10 will be available in three variants. There will be the S10, the S10 Plus, and the S10 5G. However, some speculations even point towards four different Galaxy S10 smartphones.
The camera department might also oversee a few changes, especially in the camera count. The Galaxy A7 2018 and the Galaxy A9 2018 have three and four rear-cameras respectively. So, according to a few rumors, this new device could have 3 or 4 set of cameras on the back. The renders also point to dual front-facing cameras.
Samsung had unveiled the Exynos 9820 chipset only recently, and we expect it to make its way into the Galaxy S10. This new 8nm SoC will have a performance and graphical boost over its predecessor and also come with a Neural Processing Unit like some of the Apple and Huawei smartphones.
If the renders and rumors are considered, the Samsung Galaxy S10 will definitely be one of the smartphones to look out for in 2019. However, with the addition of new technologies, we also expect it to be expensive.
If you are still stuck with your old MacBook Air and were thinking of upgrading, we have some good news for you. The new Apple MacBook Air 2018 is now available for purchase in Nepal, and we are not complaining about the pricing either.
The new MacBook Air gets a design refresh, in an all-new 2018-ish look. It also gets a beautiful retina display with smaller bezels and better colors reproduction. Specs include the 8th gen Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 128/256GB solid-state storage. Paired with the MacOS Mojavi, and you should have no problems with performance.
The Keyboard has also been improved while the trackpad is now 20% bigger. You even get a TouchID for secure logins and online payments. Being a MacBook, you can’t complain about its battery life that pushes over 10 hours of general usage. Complementing the “Air” tagline the laptop is pretty light at just 1.25Kgs and a thickness of 0.61″.
If you re thinking of buying this laptop, probably as a new year gift for yourself, there are a few things you should know beforehand. For one, this laptop isn’t the lightest laptop from Apple, nor is the cheapest. Its predecessor shared lots of exclusive features and was a very compelling offer, not the same case with the 2018 model.
But if you are into MacOS or want an Apple laptop, this should be a good place to start. The 128GB version of the laptop is priced at Rs 168,000 while the 256GB will cost you Rs 196,000. If you don’t necessarily need a MacOS, there are definitely better options out there.
Winter is here. And to add delights in this chill and gloomy weather, Samsung has brought Samsung Winter Offer. Namely known as the Winter’s festive delight, in this offer, the smartphone giant has slashed the price of some of its popular phones aggressively. And at this new price, some of the smartphones looks absolutely compelling.
Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus 2018
A8 Plus 2018 is the semi-flagship smartphone of Samsung. It comes with the premium design and build, which really looks alluring. A8 Plus comes with a glass sandwiched design. Well, this design approach may look familiar at this price but what’s not so familiar is its water and dust resistant body. The Galaxy A8 Plus 2018 comes with IP68 so it does not get ruined even when it is on dirt or on water.
It also comes with a 6.0-inch Full-HD+ Super AMOLED display. So the contents on its screen will look all sharp and vibrant. The phone also comes with a fairly capable Exynos 7885 backed by a substantial 6GB of RAM. On the storage front, the phone flaunts 64GB of onboard storage with a dedicated SD card slot to expand the memory further.
A8 Plus 2018 is also rich when it comes to the horsepower. The phone comes with a massive 3500mAh battery. Given the power-efficient Super AMOLED panel and the Exynos 7885 chipset, the device backs its users for almost two days on the normal use.
Camera is the biggest highlight of this phone. It comes with the dual camera on the front but there is just a single camera on the back. With this camera setup, the phone captures amazing images even on the daylight and on low light scenarios. And on the camera front, it outperforms almost all the smartphones available at a similar price. So at this new price, the phone is really a good deal.
Samsung Galaxy A8 Plus 2018 Specifications
Display: 6.0 inches Super AMOLED
Resolution: Full-HD+ (1080 x 2220 pixels) @411ppi, 18.5:9 aspect ratio
The Galaxy A6+ and Galaxy A6 are the smartphones to receive the highest price drop in this offer. A6 has got the massive Rs. 13,000 discount whereas the A6+ is not much behind as it received Rs. 9,500 drop in its price. The phones come with Snapdragon 450 chipset, which is usually found on budget phones. So if you are more into the performance, these phones may not please you much. So you should see somewhere else. But if you want a vibrant display and better cameras, these phones will not disappoint you. These phones have got a good set of cameras and capture amazing images on almost all lighting conditions.
Samsung Galaxy A6
Samsung Galaxy A6+
5.6-inch HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity display
6-inches FHD+ Super AMOLED Infinity display
Exynos 7870 Octa chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 chipset
Octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
4GB RAM
4GB RAM
64GB Internal Storage, expandable up to 256GB via micro SD card (Dedicated Slot)
64GB Internal Storage, expandable up to 256GB via micro SD card (Dedicated Slot)
The Galaxy C7 Pro is quite an old phone nonetheless; it still has some features which is much better than its competitors. The display on the phone comes with a 16:9 aspect ratio, which looks quite dated these days. However, despite this conventional aspect ratio on the display, the contents on its look crisp and lively. All thanks to its Super AMOLED display, which features Full-HD resolution.
Camera is the Samsung’s biggest forte. And that tradition continued even on the Galaxy C7 Pro. The phone features a 16MP camera at the back and another 16MP camera on the phone. These cameras shoot remarkable images. So with this camera at your company, you don’t have to worry about taking good images.
The phone also comes with a decent 3300mAh battery. So you don’t have to run out of charge every now and then. And to shorten the charging time, the phone also comes with the fast charging support.
Samsung Galaxy C7 Pro Specifications
Display: 5.7 inches Super AMOLED
Resolution: Full-HD (1080 x 1920 pixels) @386 PPI, 16:9 aspect ratio
OS: Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 8.0 (Oreo)
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 626
CPU: Octa-core (8×2.2 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU: Adreno 506
RAM: 4GB
ROM: 64GB extendable up to 256 GB (Uses SIM2 Slot)
Rear camera: 16 MP, AF, f/1.9, Dual-LED flash
Front Camera: 16 MP, f/1.9
Connectivity: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by), WIFI b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, USB Type C
Battery: Non-removable Li-Ion 3300 mAh with fast charging support
Price: Rs. 34,990 29,490
Samsung Galaxy J6 (4/64GB)
Although the price drop of Rs. 2,300 looks enticing, there are not many features to love about Galaxy J6. It has sub-par performance and the camera is only average. However, it has a vibrant display and the battery life is decent. So if you look for the vibrant display and a great battery life on a smartphone, the J6 can be a good choice. Otherwise, you can skip this one.
Samsung Galaxy J6 Specifications
Display: 5.6 inch Super AMOLED display, 75.9% screen-to-body ratio
Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1480 pixels), 18.5:9 ratio, 294 PPI pixel density
Chipset: Exynos 7870 Octa
CPU: Octa-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU: Mali-T831 MP1
OS: Android Oreo 8.0
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64GB, expandable storage up to 256GB via SD card (dedicated slot)
Not just the price of smartphones, in this Samsung Winter Offer, Samsung has cut down the price of the tablet as well. And the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5 2018 is the lone tablet to receive the price drop. On its original price of Rs. 54,490, the tab has received a price cut of Rs. 7,000. Now, the tab is available for Rs. 47,490.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.5 2018 Specifications
Display: 10.5-inch IPS LCD
Resolution: Full HD+ (1200 x 1920) with 216 PPI and 16:10 aspect ratio
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 450
RAM: 3 GB
OS & UI: Android 8.1 Oreo with Samsung Experience 9.5
Storage: 32 GB (expandable up to 512 GB with micro SD)
I have always had a problem with Nvidia’s naming choices for their Titan series. They are the best consumer-oriented graphics card money can buy, so you would think they will name them better. Either way, the Nvidia Titan RTX is a magnificent GPU, until you see the $2500 price tag.
Starting off with the specs, it boasts more CUDA cores than the 2080Ti, while still standing below the Titan V. Its got more Tensor Cores, higher Boost clock, better memory bandwidth, and a higher TDP, not to mention the 24GB VRAM onboard. You can check the complete specs below:
The Titan RTX sits right above the RTX 2080Ti as a more workstation oriented card, while at the same time being flaunting it’s ray-tracing performance thanks to it’s Turing architecture. As for improvements in raw power, it pushes out 15% better performance in shading texture, computing while pushing out 9% more memory bandwidth and pixel throughput.
Even when compared to the Titan V, an even more expensive card, you are looking at double the amount of VRAM, about 20% improvement in tensor performance, and a well-known advantage over it’s Volta architecture.
Looking at who the card is for, Nvidia can hope for data scientists, a few content creators, and some really rich gamers. While the port arrangement remains unchanged, we do get a new golden color scheme.
Since their official arrival in Nepal, Xiaomi has been focusing a lot on launching new phones for Nepali consumers. They turned up with four new products that time, and only a few weeks ago, they launched the Pocophone F1. The company isn’t stopping just there as they are all set to unveil the Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro here.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro Overview
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is the direct successor to the Redmi Note 5 AI which was quite a hit in the Nepali market. However, there are only a couple of subtle changes it has over its predecessor.
The major difference certainly has to be the camera count. This new smartphone features dual cameras on the front, with one measuring 20-megapixel and the other 2-megapixel. The secondary front-facing camera here helps with depth sensing. The rear-cameras are the same though, with a setup consisting of 12-megapixel and 5-megapixel.
Another difference between the Redmi Note 6 Pro and the Redmi Note 5 AI is the display and the form factor. The former has a taller 6.26-inch display. This screen is an IPS LCD panel and it’s protected by the Corning Gorilla Glass. Also, unlike the Redmi Note 5 AI’s bezels up front, the Redmi Note 6 Pro has a notch on top of the display.
Other than these dissimilarities, both the phones are more or less the same. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro has the same 4,000 mAh battery that is backed by Quick Charge 3.0. Even the internals are same here, as this new mobile phone is powered by the octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 636. The device is available in two variants if RAM is concerned.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability
Previously, Xiaomi was criticized for the price difference between their products in Nepal and in India. However, since their official arrival, the company is constantly praised for the same thing. And We expected the same to happen this time. Its 64 GB version is available in India for INR 13,999 right now. So we expected the Redmi 6 Pro to be priced for somewhere around Rs. 25,000 – Rs. 27,000 in Nepal considering all sorts of taxes and VATs. But to our utter surprise, Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is priced at Rs. 24,999 for the 3/32GB variant and Rs. 28,999 for the 4/64GB variant. Talking about the availability, the phone will be available for purchase from offline Xiaomi stores starting from tomorrow.
Considering the specs and price of the phone, the Redmi Note 6 Pro won’t really be a worthy upgrade. It has almost identical specs to that of the Redmi Note 5 AI. So paying extra bucks for such minor upgrades do not make any sense here. So I would rather recommend buying the Note 5 AI rather than the Redmi Note 6 Pro for the price.
I am not saying the Note 6 pro is bad by any means. But since you can buy the MI A2 just by adding a couple thousand bucks, that’s where you should focus on. Xiaomi MI A2 comes at the price of Rs. 30,999. And to justify the price, the phone has packed a more powerful Snapdragon 660 chipset and features a more capable hardware. On the top, there is a bloatware-free Stock version of Android OS on the system. So for just two thousand more, you are getting much much more.
If quad-camera setup is what you like on the phone, then you can also check out the Huawei Y9 2019. Alike the Note 6 pro, the Y9 2019 flaunts a quad camera setup with dual camera setup at the back and a camera pair on the front. It also comes with a somewhat premium design and build. The phone looks appealing because of its glossy back. But most importantly, it has a Kirin 710 chipset, which leaves the Snapdragon 636 chipset (on the Note 6 Pro) behind by a good margin on the performance front. Additionally, there is a tall 6.5-inch, which might interest the gamers and multimedia fanatics.
If you can push your budget further, you can also get a Pocophone F1 at the price of Rs. 34,999. The Pocophone comes with the flagship grade Snapdragon 845 chipset on the board backed by a whopping 6GB of RAM. Even if you are a heavy gamer, you don’t have to worry about the phone getting hot after the prolonged gaming session. The phone comes with a liquid cooling technology to cool the internals. Moreover, the phone also has note-worthy cameras.
