Redmi Note 15 5G
A slim, tough Redmi with a bright AMOLED screen, a 108MP stabilised camera and four years of Android updates. Launched 6 January 2026.
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₹28,999Base model price, checked 19 October 2026 6.9/10 overall • Camera 4 • Battery 7 • Speed 4 How we score
The official price went up to ₹28,999 on 27 July 2026 (it was ₹22,999) and hasn't come back down, so waiting may not help.
Buy it if
- You want a dependable phone for calls, chats, UPI and videos
Skip it if
- Photos matter a lot to you: the camera is basic
- You play heavy games like BGMI: it's slow for those
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Launched6 January 2026with HyperOS 2 (Android 15)
Software nowHyperOS 3 (Android 16)Since August 2026 • 4 yrs of updates
- Battery
- 5520mAh battery lasted over 14 hours in GSMArena's test, a solid full day; 45W charging fills it in about 67 minutes.
- Camera
- 108MP main camera with stabilisation plus a wide-angle camera; solid, not outstanding.
- Speed
- Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 is smooth for daily use; GSMArena found gaming battery life poor.
- The catch
- The price has jumped from ₹22,999 to ₹28,999, and the Poco M8 has the same chip, screen and battery for much less.
Full specifications (tap to open)
| Display | 6.77-inch curved FHD+ (1080 x 2392) AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 3200 nits peak |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4nm) |
| CPU | 4x Cortex-A78 @ 2.4GHz + 4x Cortex-A55 @ 1.8GHz |
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 710 |
| AI chip (NPU) | Qualcomm Hexagon NPU (TOPS not officially stated) |
| RAM and storage | 8GB RAM, 128GB (UFS 2.2; microSDXC (shared SIM slot)) |
| Battery | 5520 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired, 18W reverse wired |
| Cameras | 108 MP main (1/1.67", f/1.7, 24mm, PDAF, OIS) + 8 MP ultrawide (f/2.2); 20 MP selfie (f/2.2); 4K 30fps video |
| Water and dust | IP65/IP66, MIL-STD-810H |
| Size and weight | 7.35mm thick, 178g |
| Software | HyperOS 2 (Android 15) at launch, HyperOS 3 (Android 16) now |
| Updates | 4 years promised |
| 5G | Yes |
| NFC | Only on some versions |
| Connectivity | 5G, NFC market dependent, IR blaster, USB-C |
| Modem | Integrated Snapdragon 5G modem (model not officially stated) |
| Speakers and haptics | Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos; haptics not detailed |
| Screen flicker (PWM) | 3840Hz PWM; touch sampling not officially stated |
| Cooling | Not officially stated |
| Colours | Black, Glacier Blue, Mist Purple |
Our verdict combines 9 published reviews and tests (listed under Sources) with our daily price checks. We haven't tested this phone in hand yet.
Price historyUp 26%
6 January 2026: ₹22,99927 July 2026: ₹28,999
Xiaomi has raised the price three times in 2026 (April, May and July); a list price cut is unlikely, so wait for Amazon sale offers.
5G: Yes, works on Jio and Airtel 5G networks. NFC tap to pay: only on some versions, so check the listing before you buy.
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Redmi Note 15 5G: common questions
- What is the price of Redmi Note 15 5G in India?
- Redmi Note 15 5G starts at ₹28,999 for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model. Xiaomi has raised the price three times in 2026 (April, May and July); a list price cut is unlikely, so wait for Amazon sale offers.
- When was Redmi Note 15 5G launched, and which software does it run?
- It launched on 6 January 2026 with HyperOS 2 (Android 15). It now runs HyperOS 3 (Android 16). The brand promises 4 years of updates.
- Is Redmi Note 15 5G good for camera, battery and gaming?
- Camera: below average. Battery: very good (5520 mAh). Gaming and speed: below average (Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4nm)).
- What is the biggest downside of Redmi Note 15 5G?
- The price has jumped from ₹22,999 to ₹28,999, and the Poco M8 has the same chip, screen and battery for much less.
- Does Redmi Note 15 5G support 5G and NFC in India?
- 5G: Yes, works on Jio and Airtel 5G networks. NFC tap to pay: only on some versions, so check the listing before you buy.
- Is Redmi Note 15 5G waterproof?
- Water and dust rating: IP65/IP66, MIL-STD-810H.
- How fast does Redmi Note 15 5G charge?
- 45W wired, 18W reverse wired