Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 5G
How long will it last?
Official promiseSupported until January 2029 · Buy-by January 2027
Xiaomi promises 4 years of updates for this phone, so it's supported until January 2029 — buying it today still gets you about 2.6 years of safe use.
Source: Xiaomi's official policy · last verified 2026-06-17 · how we compute this
TrueCost
Street price ÷ months of safe use remaining — the number that makes cheap short-lived phones expensive, and well-supported ones cheap.
9% above the under-$300 median ($6.65/mo, dying phones excluded)
Our verdict
A well-rounded mid-range phone with an AMOLED screen, an OIS camera, and 45W charging, supported to 2029.
Pros
- Crisp 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display
- 50MP main camera with OIS for steadier shots
- Fast 45W charging and IP64 splash resistance
- Security patches officially run through January 2029
Cons
- Only 2 major OS upgrades, shorter than the 4G variant
- Dimensity 7025 is mid-range and the 2MP macro lens is filler
Full specifications
Display
💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).
| Screen | 6.67-inch AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz |
Performance
💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6nm) |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB |
Cameras
💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.
| main | 50MP — f/1.5, PDAF, OIS |
| ultra-wide | 8MP — f/2.2 |
| macro | 2MP — f/2.4 |
| front | 20MP — f/2.2 |
Battery & charging
💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.
| Battery | 5,110 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired |
Build
💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.
| Dimensions | 162.5 × 75.1 × 8.2 mm |
| Weight | 190 g |
| Materials | Glass front, plastic frame and back |
| Water resistance | IP64 |
Software & connectivity
💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.
| Software | Android 14 with HyperOS 1 at launch |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB-C, IR blaster, 3.5mm jack |
| Update policy | 2 OS upgrades · 4 years of security updates (official promise) |
Better-value alternatives
Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.
Frequently asked questions
How does the Redmi Note 14 5G's update policy compare to the 4G model?
The 5G model officially gets 2 major OS upgrades and 4 years of security patches, whereas the 4G variant receives more OS upgrades and longer patches.
Does the Redmi Note 14 5G have an AMOLED display?
Yes. It uses a 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED panel.
Is the Redmi Note 14 5G water resistant?
It carries an IP64 rating, protecting against dust and splashes but not submersion.
What chipset is in the Redmi Note 14 5G?
The Indian model uses the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra, a 6nm mid-range chip.
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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 2026-06-17.