Redmi 10X Pro image credit: www.mi.com
i. Specifications
Dimensions
Redmi 10X Pro
Weight: 208g / Height: 164.16mm / Width: 75.75mm / Thickness: 8.99mm
Redmi 10X
Weight: 205g / Height: 164.16mm / Width: 75.75mm / Thickness: 8.99mm
Launch
2020 May (China)
Prices
In China
Redmi X Pro
8GB RAM + 128GB storage = ¥2299
8GB RAM + 256GB storage = ¥2599
Redmi 10X
6GB RAM + 64GB storage = ¥1599
6GB RAM + 128GB storage = ¥1799
8GB RAM + 128GB storage = ¥2099
8GB RAM + 256GB storage = ¥2399
Colors
blue, purple, gold, white
Display
6.57” 20:9 AMOLED Display, FHD+ 2400×1080,
Camera
Redmi 10X Pro
Back: 48MP (main) + 8MP (ultrawide, FOV 119°) + 8MP (telephoto, OIS) + 5MP (macro, 2-10cm focus distance)
Zoom: 3x optical, 5x hybrid and 30 digital
Front: 20MP
Redmi 10X
Back: 48MP (main) + 8MP (ultrawide, FOV 119°) + 2MP (depth)
Front: 16MP
Battery
Redmi 10X Pro
4520mAh, 33W fast charging
Redmi 10X
4520mAh, 22.5W fast charging
Processor
Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 820 / GPU: Mali G57
Operating System
MIUI 11 (based on Android 10)
Others
Redmi 10X Pro
USB Type-C, 3.5mm audio jack, IR Blaster, On-screen fingerprint sensor, multi-functional NFC
Redmi 10X
USB Type-C, 3.5mm audio jack, IR Blaster, On-screen fingerprint sensor
Source: www.mi.com
ii. Features highlighted in the launch event
Xiaomi has officially unveiled the Redmi 10X series in China. The series consists of three devices — the Redmi 10X 5G, Redmi 10X Pro, and Redmi 10X 4G.
Here are the key features for the Redmi 10X 5G and Redmi 10X Pro.
a. Performance
- Redmi 10X is the first device to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 820 chipset, which is considered as one of the most powerful mid-range processors in 2020.
- Its Antutu Benchmark score can reach up to 415,672, which is very impressive for a mid-range processor. (Last year’s flagship Snapdragon 855 processor has a score of 445, 343)
- To sustain the performance, the phone packs a copper liquid cooling system, which Xiaomi claims can reduce the CPU surface temperature for as much as 5 degrees.
- For better gaming experience, the phone supports 180Hz touch sampling rate for faster touch response, UFS2.1 storage with the Write Turbo technology for speedier game loading speed, and Game Dual Engine Optimization (comprises of MediaTek HyperEngine 2.0 and Mi Game Turbo 2.0)
- The Redmi 10X packs a huge 4520mAh battery that’s good enough for 10.8 hours of gaming, 18.5 hours of videos, 148 hours of listening to music, or 26.4 hours of call time.
- The Pro version supports 33W fast charging while the regular variant supports 22.5W fast charging. With 33W fast charging, the phone can reach 58% capacity in 30 minutes.
Image credit: Redmi 10X Series Launch Event
b. 5G
- The Redmi 10X supports dual 5G SIM, and it can intelligently switch between the two for a better 5G signal.
- The phone comes with the “360 Surround Antenna Design” to ensure a stable signal regardless of the way you hold the phone.
c. Design
- The Redmi 10X comes in four colors: blue, purple, gold, and white. While the gold color comes with a matte finish, the rest have a glossy finish.
Image credit: Redmi 10X Series Launch Event - The 10X has a 6.57-inch AMOLED display that has a resolution of 2400 x1080 pixels, a peak brightness of 800 nits, a contrast ratio of 4,300,000:1, and supports HDR10+.
- With the AMOLED display, you’ll get an on-screen fingerprint sensor, Always on Display (which has been updated with lots of customizations), dark mode 2.0 with more 3rd party apps support.
d. Camera
- Thanks to the independent AI processor in the Dimensity 820 chipset, the Redmi Note 10X packs some interesting AI camera modes.
- These AI modes let you take the following beautiful photos with no parameter settings. (Yes, simply pick the right mode and tap the Capture button.)
- light painting
- light trail
- star trail,
- silky waterfall
- milky way
- motion blur in the street
Image credit: Redmi 10X Series Launch Event - There’s also the AI watermark feature that can intelligently identify the object/scene (also can be based on time and location) in a photo and automatically add a watermark.
- Hardware wise, the 10X Pro come with four rear cameras (48MP main + 8MP ultrawide + 8MP telephoto + 5MP macro) while the standard variant has three (48MP main + 8MP ultrawide + 2MP depth).
- Around the front, the Pro packs a 20MP selfie camera while the standard variant has a slightly lower 16MP camera. Besides the standard AI beautification, the front camera is also capable of recording 120fps slow-motion and time-lapse videos.
e. Others
- The Redmi 10X is IP53 rated, which means it’s splash-proof.
- Other noteworthy features include a 3.5mm port, NFC, an IR Blaster, a 1217 super-linear speaker, and it’s protected by Gorilla Glass 5 front and back.
iii. Q&As
1. Does the Redmi 10X 5G display support HDR10+?
Yes. The display supports HDR10+.
2. Does the Redmi 10X 5G display come with a 90Hz refresh rate?
The display offers a 180Hz touch sampling rate but only supports the standard 60Hz refresh rate.
3. What’s the back of the Redmi 10X 5G made of?
The phone is protected by Gorilla Glass 5 front and back.
4. Does the Redmi 10X 5G come with MIUI 12 out of the box?
No. MIUI 12 will only be available on this phone via the OTA update in July.
5. Does the Redmi 10X 5G support 4K video recording?
Yes. The phone supports video recording up to 4K 30fps.
6. How many card slots does the Redmi 10X 5G have?
The phone comes with a SIM card slot and a hybrid slot.
7. Does the Redmi 10X 5G come with a glossy or matte finish?
Redmi offers the Redmi 10X 5G in four colors, blue, purple, gold, and white. Only the gold color has a matte finish while the rest are glossy.
8. What’s the Antutu benchmark score for the Redmi 10X 5G?
Xiaomi claims the Redmi 10X 5G with the MediaTek Dimensity 820 chipset has an Antutu score of 415,672 points.
9. Is the Redmi 10X 5G waterproof?
No. The phone is IP53 rated, which means it’s only splash-proof.
10. What’s the difference between the Redmi 10X Pro and Redmi 10X?
| Redmi 10X Pro | Redmi 10X | |
|---|---|---|
| Back cameras | 48MP main + 8MP ultrawide + 8MP telephoto (3x optical zoom) + 5MP macro |
48MP min + 8MP ultrawide + 2MP depth |
| Front camera | 20MP | 16MP |
| Charging | 33W | 22W |
| Weight | 208g | 205g |
| Multi-functional NFC | Supported | Not supported |
| Specs (RAM+Storage) | 8GB +128GB, 8GB + 256GB | 6GB + 64GB, 6GB + 128GB, 8GB + 128GB, 8GB + 256GB |