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Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$130
Not US-official; global launch around USD 229 equivalent. Now used/refurbished.
$229 at launch

How long will it last?

Our estimate

Supported until April 2024 · Buy-by April 2022

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2021◆ Buy-by Apr 20222024

Apple doesn't publish an end date, but iPhones have a consistent ~3-year update track record — on that basis the Redmi Note 10S should be supported until around April 2024. Buying it today still gets you about -2.2 years of safe use (Apple's written legal minimum is 5 years).

Source: Xiaomi's official policy · last verified 2026-06-13 · how we compute this

Our verdict

A well-balanced 2021 budget phone whose AMOLED screen and 64MP camera still please, though updates have ended.

Pros

  • Crisp AMOLED display stands out at its price
  • 64MP camera takes pleasing daytime photos
  • 5000mAh battery with faster 33W charging

Cons

  • Software support has ended
  • Screen is still limited to 60Hz
Best for: Buyers who prioritize a quality AMOLED on a budgetBest for: Balanced everyday usersAvoid if: You need ongoing updatesAvoid if: You want a high-refresh-rate display

Full specifications

Display

💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).

Screen6.43-inch AMOLED, 2400x1080 (FHD+), 60Hz
Performance

💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.

ChipsetMediaTek Helio G95
RAM6GB / 8GB
Storage64GB / 128GB
Cameras

💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.

main64MP
ultra-wide8MP
front13MP
Battery & charging

💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.

Battery5,000 mAh
Charging33W wired
Build

💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.

Dimensions160.5 × 74.5 × 8.3 mm
Weight178 g
MaterialsGorilla Glass 3 front, plastic back and frame
Water resistanceIP53
Software & connectivity

💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.

SoftwareAndroid 11 with MIUI 12.5 at launch
Connectivity4G LTE, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C, 3.5mm jack, NFC, IR blaster
Update policy~2 years of updates (our estimate from Xiaomi's track record — written minimum is 5 years)

Better-value alternatives

Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.

Frequently asked questions

Does the Redmi Note 10S have an AMOLED screen?

Yes, it uses a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED panel, though it runs at a standard 60Hz refresh rate.

What is its IP rating?

It carries an IP53 rating, offering protection against dust and light splashes.

Is the Note 10S still supported?

No, it has reached the end of its OS and security update window.

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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-06-13.