Redmi, a Xiaomi subsidiary, offers devices that have historically focused at mid to low ranges. However, the philosophy has now changed with the introduction of the K20 series. The Redmi K20 and K20 Pro were launched in India on July 17th and till now were offered via flash sales. Now, Xiaomi has announced that the K20 series will finally be available through open sale meaning it is available for at all time and every day.
Redmi K20 Pro
Redmi K20 & K20 Pro
In India, Redmi K20 series is offered in two RAM and internal storage variants. The base model of the former arrives in 6GB RAM with 64GB ROM for INR 21,999. Its higher variant features 6GB RAM with 126GB ROM at a price of INR 23,999. The K20 Pro is offered at 6GB RAM with 128GB ROM with a price tag of INR 27,999. While the top-end version is sold for INR 30,999 with 8GB RAM and 256GB ROM.
Redmi K20
Furthermore, both variants sport a 6.39 inch FHD+ AMOLED display with an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. The regular model has equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 SoC while the Pro variant has a Snapdragon 855. A triple camera setup consisting of a 48MP primary sensor alongside a 13MP wide-angle lens and 8MP depth sensor can be found on both smartphones. Additionally, both smartphone variants run the latest Android 9 Pie with a 20MP pop-up selfie camera and 4,000mAh battery as well.
As of 5th August 2019, both smartphones are currently available through open sale on both Flipkart and Mi official website. For those who wish to purchase the devices can click on the links listed below:
After much hype, Xiaomi’s sub-brand, Redmi had launched the K20 Pro which is a flagship-grade smartphone. Despite having high-end features, the company has managed to put an aggressive price tag on the device. The key highlighting feature of the smartphone includes a pop-up selfie camera and a high screen-to-body ratio AMOLED display which features an in-display fingerprint scanner.
At the time of original launch, the Redmi K20 Pro was available in three colour options namely Glacier Blue, Flame Red and Carbon Black. However, the company has launched colour another variant of the smartphone in China, called the ‘Summer Honey’ has a simplistic yet elegant look. Besides the difference in the colour, the features and specification of this variant are the same as the previously launched variants.
In addition, the price of the newly launched colour variant of the Redmi K20 Pro is also the same which are as follows:
6 GB + 64 GB: N/A
6 GB + 128 GB: 2599 Yuan (around Rs 26,000)
8 GB + 128 GB: 2799 Yuan (around Rs 28,000)
8 GB + 256 GB: 2999 Yuan (around Rs 30,000)
Although no information about its India launch has been revealed yet, we assume it will soon be launched in the country and will carry the same price tag as the existing storage variants.
For reference, the specification of the Redmi K20 Pro are as follows:
Display: 6.39 inch, Super AMOLED
Front Camera: 20 MP, Motorised Popup
Rear Camera: 48 MP + 8 MP + 13 MP
Battery: 4,000 mAh, upto 27W fast charging, (shipped with 18 W charger)
Chipset: Snapdragon 855
CPU: Octa-Core
GPU: Adreno 640
Connectivity: Dual 4G VoLTE, 3.5 mm audio jack, 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, USB Type C port, NFC, GPS
Security: In-display Fingerprint Sensor, Face Unlock
Xiaomi has launched its first flagship handset on its Redmi range of smartphones. The Redmi K20 Pro is a premium grade device which is offered at a lucrative price. It was launched alongside the Redmi K20 which is mid-range device. The high end smartphone is touted of being the most affordable handset with a Snapdragon 855 SoC.
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What’s In The Box?
Redmi K20 Pro
Power Adapter (18 W)
Type-C Cable
Quick Start Guide
Safety Information and Warranty Card
Case
SIM Tray Ejector
Design
Xiaomi introduced numerous new design features to the Redmi K20 Pro. It features a new triple camera setup at the back with carbon fibre textures or gradient design underneath its polished glass finish for an attractive look. The front features an edge to edge display with metallic sides that holds the entire chassis of the smartphone. Due to its new pop up camera, the front has negligible bezels on all sides.
The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro houses its power button and volume rockers on the right side, while the left is devoid of any seams. Notably, the power button on the Carbon Black variant is red in colour giving it a unique dual colour aesthetic. On the bottom, the USB-C charging port is flanked by a SIM card slot on the left and a lone speaker grill on the right. The top features 3.5mm headphone jack along with the secondary microphone pinhole.
Display
The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro has 6.39 inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080px. The display has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9 with a pixel density of 403 pixels per inch. Notably, the display panel can produce upto 640 nits of brightness which can easily be seen even in bright sunlight. Like most modern mid range and flagship devices, the Redmi K20 Pro also features an in display fingerprint scanner.
Processor
One of the key features of the device at its price range is its top end SoC. The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 which is also present on devices like the Asus 6Z and OnePlus 7. The chipset is manufactured using a 7nm fabrication process which enables it to provide high performance at greater power efficiency in comparison to the 10nm Snapdragon 845. It is an Octa-Core Kryo mobile processor with Adreno 640 GPU.
Memory & Storage
The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro offers multiple storage variants that offer 64GB and 256GB for internal storage; while RAM offerings vary from 6GB to 8GB. Unfortunately, the device does not have memory expandability options via a microSD card reader.
Camera
The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro features a triple camera setup at the rear that consists of an f/1.8 48MP Sony IMX586 primary shooter alongside a 13MP ultra-wide lens and a 9MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, the smartphone features a 20MP pop up camera with an aperture size of f/2.2; which is housed inside motorised popup module.
In terms of video recording, the rear shooter is capable of capturing 2160p video at 60fps. The video from the selfie camera is restricted to 1080p at 30fps. Besides, the cameras also support other notable features such as HDR, Portrait mode and ultra-wide shots.
Battery and Other Features
The Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro is powered by a non-removable 4000mAh battery. It is capable of fast charging up to 27W via the separately sold adapter, the bundled charger provided is an 18W quick charger. The device runs the latest MIUI 10 which is based on Android 9 Pie.
Connectivity and Colour Options
Connectivity options on the Redmi K20 Pro include dual 4G LTE with Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct and hotspot. The bottom houses the USB Type-C port that can be used for both charging and data transfer. The device is available in three colour options which are as follows:
The Redmi K20 Pro has been priced at Rs. 24,999 for the variant with 6GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. The top tier storage variant with 8GB of RAM and 256GB onboard memory will cost Rs. 27,999 for prospective buyers. It will be available to purchase starting 25th July on Flipkart and select offline stores across the country.
After much speculations and leaks, the Chinese electronics giant has finally launched its latest flagship smartphone, the Redmi K20 Pro at an event in India. The device was launched alongside the mid-range Redmi K20 and as is evident from the name, features slightly bumped up specifications. It boasts of being the most affordable handset available in the country with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset and also features top tier hardware at a lower price than competitors.
Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro
The Redmi K20 Pro is the latest flagship offering from the company. It has a glass design on the front and back with a metal chassis for reinforcement. Noteworthy, the smartphone has an attractive gradient coloured design on the back. It features a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px and a pixel density of 403 ppi. To maximise the screen real estate, it incorporates a pop-up mechanism on top which houses the front-facing selfie camera. For biometric security and rapidly unlocking the smartphone, the Redmi K20 Pro uses an in-display fingerprint scanner along with support for face unlock technology.
Under the hood, the Redmi K20 Pro is kitted with the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which is comprised of an octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphone has a triple rear camera setup consisting of an f/1.8 aperture equipped 48MP Sony IMX 586 sensor, an f/2.4 aperture equipped 13MP ultra wide-angle sensor; and a tertiary f/2.4 aperture equipped 8MP telephoto sensor. Noteworthy, the primary camera sensor is different from the Redmi K20; which allows the K20 Pro to capture 4K videos at 60fps while the former is restricted to 4K video capture at 30fps. For selfies, an f/2.2 aperture equipped 20MP sensor is housed in the previously mentioned pop-up mechanism on top of the handset.
The Redmi K20 Pro is powered by a 4000mAh battery, which supports 27W fast charging (note: ships with 18W charger). The runs on MIUI 10 which is based on top of the latest Android 9 Pie. Connectivity options on the smartphone include 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, NFC and bottom-mounted USB Type C port and 3.5 mm audio jack.
The Redmi K20 Pro is offered in three colour variants namely Glacier Blue, Flame Red and Carbon Black. The device will be available for purchase both via online and offline platforms. It will go on sale starting 22nd of July on Flipkart.com, MI.com and Mi Home stores. It is offered in two storage variants for which the price is as follows:
6 GB + 128 GB: Rs. 27,999
8 GB + 256 GB: Rs. 30,999
Besides, the company has launched a Signature Edition K20 Pro which is made out of luxurious materials like Diamond and Gold and is priced at an astounding 4.8 Lakhs INR.
All in all, the Redmi K20 Pro is one of the most value for money smartphone currently available in the country.
What are your thoughts on the newly launched flagship device? Do let us know in the comments
Xiaomi unveiled its new flagship gradeRedmi K20 series in May to its Chinese audiences; which was followed by its rebranded European release. Xiaomi is one of the most popular brands in India and has been one of the leading smartphone OEM in the country. It is particularly famous for its budget to mid-range smartphones that the Indian market adores due to their competitive pricing and specs. Hence, Indians have long awaited for the launch of this device in the country.
Xiaomi’s Redmi K20 has already received a release date of 17th July. But for those that wished to book a unit now have the ability to do so starting today with the Alpha Sale. The smartphones can be pre-booked starting today in a specialised sale on Xiaomi India’s official website and on Flipkart.
How To Pre Book Redmi K20 Series
Users have to pay the initial cost of 855 to purchase access to the Alpha Sale via Mi.com or Flipkart.
Now, people will have to wait till 17th July for its official sale to purchase the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro through the respective website or app.
Users have the option to choose the variant they wish for and can complete the purchase.
An instant discount of INR 855 will immediately be given which is the original cost incurred for the Alpha Sale access pass.
Redmi K20 & K20 Pro
The Redmi K20 and the K20 Pro have glass on both the front and rear which is held together with a metal chassis. The handsets have a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. To maximise the screen real estate, they both have a pop-up mechanism on top which houses the front-facing selfie camera. For biometric security and rapidly getting through the lock screen, the Redmi K20 series has an in display fingerprint scanner along with support for face unlock. Both devices are powered by a 4,000mAh battery which is capable of 27W fast charging.
Under the hood, the economical Redmi K20 is kitted with the 8nm Snapdragon 730 SoC. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 618 GPU. On the other hand, the flagship grade Redmi K20 Pro runs on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which has an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, both smartphones have a triple rear camera setup consisting of an f/1.75 aperture equipped 48MP sensor, an f/2.4 aperture equipped 13MP ultra wide angle sensor; and a tertiary f/2.4 aperture equipped 8MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, an f/2.0 aperture equipped 32MP sensor is housed in the pop-up mechanism on top of the handsets.
Xiaomi had unveiled its new flagship Redmi K20 series in May to its Chinese audiences; which was followed by the European release. Xiaomi is one of the most popular brands in India and has been one of the leading smartphone OEM in the country. It is particularly famous for its budget to mid-range smartphones that the Indian market adores due to their competitive pricing and specs. Hence, Indians have long awaited for the launch of this device in the country.
Xiaomi’s Redmi K20 has already received a release date of 17th July. But for those who plan to buy and want to skip the predicted cue, here is how to reserve the device a bit earlier.
How To Pre-Book The Redmi K20
Xiaomi has announced the new “Alpha Sale” for the upcoming Redmi K20 series of smartphones. It will be the first time this method is being opted by the company. The original sale starts on the 17th of July but the Redmi K20 series flagship will be available from the July 12th for the devout Mi Fans. Prospective buyers that cannot risk having the device being sold out have the opportunity of pre-booking and reserving a unit for themselves. The offer can be availed via Flipkart and the Mi website.
Users have to pay an initial fee of INR 855 to reserve a Redmi K20 unit and the offer goes live on 12th July at 12 pm. Through this, the users get to directly reach the final check out portal for the purchase on 17th July. If users do not get to avail the pre-booking purchase, the amount will be automatically refunded to their Mi Account or via a coupon in their Flipkart account.
Redmi K20 Series
The Redmi K20 and the K20 Pro have glass on both the front and rear which is held together with a metal chassis. The handsets have a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. To maximise the screen real estate, they both have a pop-up mechanism on top which houses the front-facing selfie camera. For biometric security and rapidly getting through the lock screen, the Redmi K20 series has an in display fingerprint scanner along with support for face unlock. Both devices are powered by a 4,000mAh battery which is capable of 27W fast charging.
Under the hood, the economical Redmi K20 is kitted with the 8nm Snapdragon 730 SoC. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 618 GPU. On the other hand, the flagship grade Redmi K20 Pro runs on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which has an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, both smartphones have a triple rear camera setup consisting of an f/1.75 aperture equipped 48MP sensor, an f/2.4 aperture equipped 13MP ultra wide angle sensor; and a tertiary f/2.4 aperture equipped 8MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, an f/2.0 aperture equipped 32MP sensor is housed in the pop-up mechanism on top of the handsets.
Xiaomi’s sub-brand, Redmi unveiled its flagship grade smartphones in Chinain the month or May. Dubbed the K20 and K20 Pro, the handsets are packed with high-end specifications and carry a lucrative price tag. The two smartphones are highly anticipated in India and earlier this week, Xiaomi announced the devices will be unveiled on the 17th of July at an event which will be held in New Delhi.
Days before the official unveiling, the alleged prices of the flagship grade K20 Pro have leaked on Twitter. According to the source, the smartphone will be offered in four storage variants for which the prices are as follows:
6 GB + 64 GB- Rs 24,999
6 GB + 128 GB- Rs 25,999
8 GB + 128 GB- Rs 27,999
8 GB + 256 GB- Rs 29,999
The official prices are yet to be revealed by the company but taking into consideration the current INR to CNY conversion rate the leaked prices seem accurate. As observed with past instances including the Redmi Note 7, Xiaomi is one of the few OEMs that sell a given device on approximate conversion rates in different nations.
All in all, the Redmi K20 Pro is a praiseworthy smartphone and if Xiaomi is able to launch it at such competitive price, the device will give the Asus 6Z and OnePlus 7 a run for its money.
What are your thoughts on the upcoming K20 Pro? Would you choose it over other smartphones in this segment
In the month of May, Xiaomi launched the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro in China. Following the Chinese launch, the devices also made their way to Europe as the Mi 9T and the Mi 9T Pro. The India specific launch date of the smartphones have not been revealed yet, but this might change soon.
To commemorate 5 years of Xiaomi’s presence in India, the company previously declared that it will launch 5 products in 5 upcoming weeks. Out of which, the first product was launched on the 25th of June in the form of Mi Beard Trimmer. The second product in the cue will be the Redmi 7Awhich will launch on the 4th of July.
A fresh tweet shared by a senior Xioami executive reveals that the company will organise a celebration event in New Delhi which is scheduled for the 17th of July. It is speculated that the three remaining products from the upcoming launch list will be announced at the same event which the company is referring to as Mi Pop. Out of the three future device launches, two will be the K20 and K20 Pro which are highly anticipated in the country.
To recall, the features and specifications of the two smartphones are as follows:
The Redmi K20 and the K20 Pro have glass on both the front and rear which is held together with a metal chassis. The handsets have a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. To maximise the screen real estate, they both have a pop-up mechanism on top which houses the front-facing selfie camera. For biometric security and rapidly getting through the lockscreen, the Redmi K20 series has an in display fingerprint scanner along with support for face unlock.
Under the hood, the economical Redmi K20 is kitted with the 8nm Snapdragon 730 SoC. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 618 GPU. On the other hand, the flaghsip grade Redmi K20 Pro runs on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which has an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, both smartphones have a triple rear camera setup consisting of an f/1.75 aperture equipped 48MP sensor, an f/2.4 aperture equipped 13MP ultra wide angle sensor; and a tertiary f/2.4 aperture equipped 8MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, an f/2.0 aperture equipped 32MP sensor is housed in the pop-up mechanism on top of the handsets.
Both the Redmi K20 and the K20 Pro are powered by a 4,000 mAh battery. However, the former supports 18 W fast charging while the latter supports 27 W fast charging. Both devices run on MIUI 10 which is based on top of the latest Android 9 Pie. The smartphones are offered in three colour options including Blue, Red and Black.
Even though the claim, that the K20 duo will launch on 17th of July seems legit, we will still have to wait for an official word from the company. Fortunately, the date of the event is nearing fast, therefore we won’t have to wait for too long.
Xiaomi’s subsidiary Redmi launched its latest smartphones, the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro at an event in China on the 28th of May. While the former is a mid-range device, the latter is a flagship offering from the company. Both smartphones offer competitive specifications at a lucrative price tag. It was expected that the company will announce the handsets’ availability in the Indian market; however, no announcement regarding the news followed. Now, a senior Xiaomi executive has announced that both the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro will launch in India within the next six weeks.
Specifications
Mi fans! Here's a KNOCKOUT announcement! ? #RedmiK20 and #RedmiK20Pro are launching in India within 6 months.. ooops, I meant 6 weeks! ??
To recall, the Redmi K20 and the K20 Pro are the latest smartphones from the company. The devices have a glass design on the front and back with a metal chassis for reinforcement. They have an attractive gradient coloured design on the back. The handsets have a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. To maximise the screen real estate, they both have a pop-up mechanism on top to house the front-facing camera. For biometric security and unlocking the smartphones, the Redmi K20 series has an in display fingerprint scanner along with support for face unlock.
Under the hood, the Redmi K20 is kitted with the 8nm Snapdragon 730 SoC. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 618 GPU. The more premium Redmi K20 Pro runs on the flagship grade 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which has an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, both smartphones have a triple rear camera setup consisting of an f/1.75 aperture equipped 48MP sensor, an f/2.4 aperture equipped 13MP ultra wide angle sensor; and a tertiary f/2.4 aperture equipped 8MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, an f/2.0 aperture equipped 32MP sensor is housed in the pop-up mechanism on top of the handsets.
Both the Redmi K20 and the K20 Pro are powered by a 4,000 mAh battery. However, the former supports 18 W fast charging while the latter supports 27 W fast charging. Both devices run on MIUI 10 which is based on top of the latest Android 9 Pie. The smartphones will be available in three colour variants namely, Blue, Red and Black. For memory and storage, the devices have up to 8GB of RAM and 256 GB of internal storage.
Pricing & Availability
As mentioned above, the Redmi K20 and K20 Pro will launch in the Indian market within the next six weeks. While the exact date of the announcement is not known yet, it is likely that the smartphones may be launched in the last week of June or first week of July. As far as pricing is concerned, the Redmi K20 is expected to be priced around Rs. 20,000, while the more premium K20 Pro may be priced around Rs. 30,000.
Earlier this week, Xiaomi’s sub brand Redmi launched its highly anticipated flagship grade smartphone called the Redmi K20 Pro. The newly launched device is laden with praiseworthy features and is priced at a competitive price point. The device was originally launched in four storage variants which range from 6GB RAM + 64GB ROM to 8 GB RAM + 256 ROM.
However, the listing of the device on the mandatory Chinese website, TENAA claims the Redmi K20 Pro will also be available in another storage variant with higher RAM. Like the OnePlus 7 Pro, the Redmi K20 Pro will also be offered with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of ROM. Though the price of the said version of the device is yet to be unveiled which is expected to happen in the near future. To recall, the specifications of the handset are as follows:
Redmi K20 Pro Specifications
The Redmi K20 Pro has an all glass design on the front and back with a metal chassis for reinforcement. It has an attractive gradient coloured panel on the back which houses the triple camera setup and the company branding. The Redmi K20 sports 6.39 inch AMOLED display which a Full HD resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. The smartphone has an edge to edge display which is achieved due to a pop up style selfie camera which has 20 MP resolution.The Redmi K20 is fitted with the flagship grade 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 640 GPU. For photography, the device has a triple rear camera setup which consists of an f/1.75 aperture equipped 48MP sensor, an f/2.4 aperture equipped 13MP ultra wide angle sensor; and a tertiary f/2.4 aperture equipped 8MP telephoto sensor. As previously mentioned it has 20 MP front camera for capturing selfies which is placed in a pop up mechanism on top of the handsets.
The Redmi K20 Pro is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery which supports 27 W fast charging. It devices run on latest MIUI 10 which is based on top of Android 9 Pie. The smartphone is available in three colour variants which include Blue, Red and Black.
After much hype and speculations, Xiaomi’s subsidiary Redmi has launched its latest smartphones, the Redmi K20 and the Redmi K20 Pro. While the former is a mid-range offering, the latter is a flagship-grade device from the company, featuring top tier specifications at a competitive price. The handsets have been launched in China alongside the company’s first laptop called RedmiBook 14. Furthermore, the pricing of the Redmi 7A budget smartphone which was announced a few days ago has also been revealed at the event.
Specifications
As mentioned above, the Redmi K20 and the K20 Pro are the latest smartphones from the company. The devices have a glass design on the front and back with a metal chassis for reinforcement. They have an attractive gradient coloured design on the back. The handsets have a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 x 1080 px. To maximise the screen real estate, they both have a pop-up mechanism on top to house the front-facing camera. For biometric security and unlocking the smartphones, the Redmi K20 series has an in display fingerprint scanner along with support for face unlock technology.
Under the hood, the Redmi K20 is kitted with the 8nm Snapdragon 730 SoC. The chipset is comprised of an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 618 GPU. The more premium Redmi K20 Pro runs on the flagship grade 7nm Snapdragon 855 SoC which has an Octa-core CPU and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, both smartphones have a triple rear camera setup consisting of an f/1.75 aperture equipped 48MP sensor, an f/2.4 aperture equipped 13MP ultra wide angle sensor; and a tertiary f/2.4 aperture equipped 8MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, an f/2.0 aperture equipped 32MP sensor is housed in the pop-up mechanism on top of the handsets. Both the Redmi K20 and the K20 Pro are powered by a 4,000 mAh battery. However, the former supports 18 W fast charging while the latter supports 27 W fast charging. Both devices run on MIUI 10 which is based on top of the latest Android 9 Pie. The smartphone will be available in three colour variants namely, Blue, Red and Black.
Xiaomi is set to launch its latest flagship grade smartphone duo which includes the Redmi K20 and the Redmi K20 Pro. Details about the features and specifications of the two devices have been leaked numerous times (1,2). Just before the official launch, the live images of beefed up K20 Pro have also surfaced on Chinese social media website, Weibo that has hardly left anything to the imagination.
Redmi K20 Pro
The freshly leaked image reaffirms the previously revealed features of the Redmi K20 Pro. The front of the smartphone accommodates a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with negligible bezels on all sides. Notably, the high screen to body ratio display on the device lacks any obstructing notch as it features a pop up selfie camera like the OnePlus 7 Pro. Furthermore, it features an indisplay fingerprint scanner which is slowly becoming the industry standard.
The leaked image also reveals that the Redmi K20 Pro is kitted with the Snapdragon 855 SoC which consists of an Octa Core CPU along with the Adreno 640 GPU. Talking about the battery, it is powered by a 4,000 mAh lithium battery which supports 27 W fast charging. In terms of optics, the Redmi K20 Pro features triple rear cameras out of which one is the 48 MP Sony IMX586 sensor.
Redmi K20 Price
Xiaomi Redmi K20 Leaked Teaser
A teaser revealing the price of the Redmi K20 was also previously shared online. The teaser exhibits the upcoming flagship will be available in three storage variants for which the prices are as follows:
To conclude all the leaks related to the Redmi K20 Pro seem legit. However, in order to confirm them, we will have to wait for the official launch event which is set for the 28th of May 2019.
Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi has been speculated to launch a flagship smartphone for a while; since it separated from its parent company in the month of January this year. It was leaked a while ago that the company is planning on launching two devices instead of one in the month of May. Now fresh reports and leaks have surfaced which reveal the upcoming Redmi smartphones will be called the Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro. Details about the storage and colour variants of the handsets have also been leaked.
Redmi K20, K20 Pro
The upcoming smartphones from Redmi, the K20 and the K20 Pro will be the first flagship offering from the company. The latest leak reveals the devices will be available in three colour options namely, Carbon Fiber Black, Glacier Blue and Flame Red. For memory and storage, the handsets are expected to be available in a plethora of options, which are listed below.
6GB+64GB
6GB+128GB
8GB+128GB (Exclusive to K20 Pro)
8GB+256GB
While the leak doesn’t mention further details about the smartphones; the previous leaks provide the required information. The Redmi K20 series is expected to have a 6.39 inch AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution. To maximise the screen real estate, a pop-up mechanism to house the front-facing camera has been revealed to be present on the devices. For biometric security and rapidly unlocking the handset, an in display fingerprint scanner with support for face unlock technology will be present on the smartphones.
The Redmi K20 series is expected to run on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 chipset, which comprises of the octa-core Kryo 485 processor and the Adreno 640 GPU. In terms of optics, the smartphones may feature a triple rear camera setup, comprised of a 48MP primary sensor; an 8MP ultra wide angle sensor; and a tertiary 16MP telephoto sensor. For selfies, a 32MP sensor is expected to be present in the pop-up mechanism of the devices. It is also speculated that the handsets will feature the 3.5mm headphone jack and NFC (Near Field Communication) technology. It is expected that Xiaomi will announce the K20 series as the Poco F2 in certain global markets with a price under Rs. 30,000 in India.
Separated from Xiaomi as an independent brand, Redmi has had great success in the Asian markets. According to reports , Redmi is expected to launch its first flagship smartphone soon. Rumours and leaks have brought a lot of features and specifications of the device to light. However, the launch date of the Redmi handset still remains unknown, owing to the fact that the company has decided not to divulge any details. Recent leaks suggest that the company may release not just one, but two new flagship devices in China soon.
The leak further suggests that the smartphones will be available in three colour variants: Blue, Red and Carbon Fiber. Furthermore, both the handsets will sport a similar storage scheme, which will be spread over 4 different configurations:
The Redmi flagship devices are expected to run on the 7nm Snapdragon 855 chipset, which comprises of the octa-core Kryo 485 processor and the Adreno 640 GPU. It is also speculated that the devices will feature the 3.5mm headphone jack and NFC (Near Field Communication) technology. The Xiaomi sub-brand is likely to host a press event in China on May 13 2019, which can unveil some concrete developments regarding the two flagship smartphones.
Whether Redmi will launch these phones in other markets, including India, is presently unknown. The only question that would remain; which flagship phone to buy and from which Xiaomi brand; Mi, Redmi or Poco ?
Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi has been long awaited to launch a high-end smartphone that will pack flagship grade features. Past leaks claimed the handset would be called Redmi X. But, a fresh leak suggests that the previous leaks were offbeat and it might actually be called the “Redmi K20 Pro”. The protective sticker for the display of the device has been exposed which exhibits its key specifications that correspond to a flagship smartphone.
Redmi K20 Pro Features
The legitimacy of the leak cannot be verified, as the image was not shared by a renowned leakster. However, the quality of the leaked document states that it is indeed authentic. Subsequently, the Redmi K20 Pro runs on the Snapdragon 855 SoC which is also present devices like the Lenovo Z6 Pro, Xiaomi Black Shark 2 and Galaxy S10 (US variant). For photography, it sports a triple camera module which is comprised of a 48 MP sensor, a 20 MP sensor. While the details of the third sensor are unknown, it is likely to be a depth sensor or a TOF (Time Of Flight) sensor similar to one found on the Honor V20.
Leaked Redmi X
Talking about the display, the Redmi K20 Pro sports a 6.39 inch AMOLED display which is destined to have Full HD+ resolution. The leaked document reveals that the device is powered by a large 4,000 mAh battery. Noteworthy, it also supports 27 W fast charging which can speedily charge the device from zero to full. Other details including the price, resolution of front-facing selfie camera and storage variants will be publicised once it officially launches.