Xiaomi A4 5G phone with Qualcomm SD 4s Gen 2 to be priced under Rs 10,000 | Tech News

Redmi A4 5G at IMC 2024 (Picture: Xiaomi)

“Designed exclusively for the Indian market, it embodies our vision of ‘5G for Everyone’, bridging the digital divide,” said Muralikrishnan B, President of Xiaomi India. “With this device, we aim to accelerate India’s shift to 5G, delivering an enhanced entry-level smartphone experience.”

In July, Qualcomm unveiled its budget 5G chipset, the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2, announcing Xiaomi as the first smartphone manufacturer to adopt it. Built on a 4nm architecture, the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 is an underclocked version of the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, featuring a similar configuration.

Redmi A4 5G: What to expect

While Xiaomi has not confirmed any details of the upcoming Redmi A4 5G smartphone apart from the processor, the showcased model at the event reveals the design of the smartphone. The budget Redmi A4 5G smartphone appears to sport a flat frame design with the display sitting flush. The smartphone was showcased in black and silver colours and features a circular rear camera setup.

The upcoming smartphone is anticipated to feature a 6.7-inch LCD display with HD+ resolution and a refresh rate of up to 90Hz. Powered by the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 chipset, it is likely to include a 5,000mAh battery with support for 18W wired charging. For imaging, the device is expected to offer a 50MP main camera and an 8MP front-facing camera for selfies and video calls.

First Published: Oct 16 2024 | 5:40 PM IST