The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 arrived in March 2021 as a budget contender that punched well above its price tag, pairing a Super AMOLED panel with stereo speakers and a 5,000 mAh battery in a segment dominated by basic LCD displays. It targets shoppers who want a balanced everyday phone without stretching into mid-range pricing.
Built around the 11 nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 and shipping with MIUI on top of Android 11 (later upgradable to Android 12 with MIUI 14 according to Xiaomi), the Redmi Note 10 leans on essentials done right: a sharp screen, a versatile 48 MP quad camera, IP53 splash resistance, and 33 W fast charging. Below is a structured look at what the phone delivers and where it fits today.
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 – International |
| HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 – India | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 – International |
| 1, 3, 5, 8, 40, 41 – India | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
Launch
| Announced | 2021, March 04 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, March 16 |
Body
| Dimensions | 160.5 x 74.5 x 8.3 mm (6.32 x 2.93 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 178.8 g (6.31 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| IP53 dust protected and water resistant (vertical water sprays)* * market/region dependent availability |
Display
| Type | Super AMOLED, 450 nits (typ), 1100 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~83.5% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
Platform
| OS | Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, MIUI 14 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM678 Snapdragon 678 (11 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Kryo 460 Gold & 6×1.7 GHz Kryo 460 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 612 |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
| UFS 2.2 |
Main Camera
| Quad | 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
Selfie camera
| Single | 13 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.12µm |
| Features | HDR |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| NFC | No |
| Infrared port | Yes |
| Radio | FM radio, recording |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
Features
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| Virtual proximity sensing |
Battery
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 33W wired, 50% in 25 min, 100% in 74 min |
Misc
| Colors | Shadow Black (Onyx Gray), Frost White (Pebble White), Aqua Green (Lake Green) |
| Models | M2101K7AI, M2101K7AG |
| SAR | 1.09 W/kg (head) 1.09 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 0.59 W/kg (head) 0.97 W/kg (body) |
| Price | € 159.99 |
Our Tests
| Performance | AnTuTu: 218788 (v8) GeekBench: 2860 (v5.1) GFXBench: 7.9fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
| Display | 682 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Camera | Photo / Video |
| Loudspeaker | -26.2 LUFS (Good) |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 110h |
Price and Availability
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 offers a compelling combination of features and performance. While the base price is around €160, the actual cost may vary depending on your location and retailer. Below, you’ll find the approximate price of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 converted into various currencies. Please note that these are estimates based on recent exchange rates as of May 23, 2026 and may not reflect the exact price you’ll find at a retailer.
- United States: $186
- Japan: ¥29,546
- United Kingdom: £138
- Australia: A$260
- Canada: C$256
- Taiwan: NT$5,844
- Denmark: kr1.194
- Saudi Arabia: ﷼696
- South Korea: ₩281,293
- Germany: €160
- Brazil: R$930
- Vietnam: ₫4.851.866
- Kenya: KSh 24,104
- India: ₹17,780
- Indonesia: Rp 3.285.752
- Nigeria: ₦252,421
- Pakistan: ₨51,751
- Philippines: ₱11,442
- Bangladesh: ৳২২,৮২১
Value Proposition in the Budget Segment
The Redmi Note 10 launched at roughly €159.99, positioning it as one of the more affordable phones in 2021 to combine an AMOLED display with stereo speakers. For buyers who prioritize media consumption and battery life over raw flagship power, that combination remains unusually generous at this tier.
Design and Build Quality
Measuring 160.5 x 74.5 x 8.3 mm and weighing 178.8 g, the device is comfortably slim for a 5,000 mAh phone. The construction pairs a Gorilla Glass 3 front with a plastic back and frame, while IP53 certification adds dust protection and resistance to vertical water sprays (availability is market dependent, per Xiaomi). Color options include Shadow Black, Frost White, and Aqua Green.
Display Experience
The 6.43-inch Super AMOLED panel runs at 1080 x 2400 (around 409 ppi) with a 20:9 aspect ratio and roughly 83.5% screen-to-body ratio. Xiaomi rates it at 450 nits typical and 1100 nits peak, which translates to crisp blacks and readable outdoor visibility for a budget OLED.
Performance and Software
The Snapdragon 678 is an 11 nm chip with two Kryo 460 Gold cores at 2.2 GHz and six Kryo 460 Silver cores at 1.7 GHz, paired with the Adreno 612 GPU. It is built for steady day-to-day use rather than demanding gaming. RAM and storage options include 64 GB/4 GB, 128 GB/4 GB, and 128 GB/6 GB, all on UFS 2.2, with a dedicated microSDXC slot for expansion. The phone ships on Android 11 with MIUI and is listed as upgradable to Android 12 with MIUI 14.
Camera System
The rear setup combines a 48 MP f/1.8 main sensor with PDAF, an 8 MP f/2.2 ultrawide at a 118-degree field of view, a 2 MP macro, and an auxiliary depth lens. Video tops out at 4K at 30 fps, with 1080p available at 30 or 60 fps. A 13 MP f/2.5 selfie camera records up to 1080p at 30 fps. The kit is geared toward casual shooters who want flexibility rather than computational photography polish.
Battery and Charging
A 5,000 mAh Li-Po battery powers the phone, with 33 W wired charging that Xiaomi states reaches 50% in 25 minutes and 100% in 74 minutes. For most users, that means comfortable two-day endurance on lighter workloads and quick top-ups when needed.
Connectivity Options
Connectivity covers 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac dual-band, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS with GLONASS, BDS, and Galileo, plus an infrared port and FM radio. There is no NFC, which limits contactless payments in some regions. Ports include USB Type-C 2.0 and a 3.5 mm headphone jack, joined by stereo speakers and 24-bit/192 kHz Hi-Res audio support.
Who Should Buy It
This phone suits students, secondary-device buyers, and anyone wanting a long-lasting AMOLED handset with stereo sound under a tight budget. Buyers who need NFC payments, heavy gaming performance, or the latest Android version should look at newer alternatives.
Conclusion
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 remains a sensible budget pick where its core strengths — AMOLED display, stereo speakers, large battery, and 33 W charging — outweigh compromises like the missing NFC and modest chipset. If those trade-offs fit your needs, it is a dependable everyday phone at an accessible price.
Official references
- Xiaomi Global Redmi Note 10 Specifications – Primary manufacturer specs for storage/RAM, dimensions, display, processor, cameras, battery, network bands, sensors, OS, and box contents.
- Xiaomi Global Redmi Note 10 Product Page – Official product page for feature claims, launch positioning, display, charging, camera, audio, and design details.
- Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 User Guide – Official Xiaomi user guide for model identification, safety notes, regulatory text, SAR information, and included accessories.
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 Mobile Platform – Primary chipset source for verifying Snapdragon 678 CPU, GPU, modem, camera ISP, charging, and process details used in the phone.
- FCC Equipment Authorization Search – Official FCC database for checking equipment authorization records using FCC ID 2AFZZK7AG for Redmi Note 10 model M2101K7AG.
