Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G review – A feature-focused smartphone for bargain hunters
The twin becomes a problem.
The Redmi Note 14 Pro is an affordable mid-range phone with premium features, rare at this price. However, Xiaomi has made some compromises. Find out where it excels and where it falls short in our review.Marcus Herbrich, 👁 Daniel Schmidt, ✓ Sebastian Jankowski (translated by DeepL / Ninh Duy) Published 🇩🇪 🇫🇷 ...
Verdict
When holding the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G, it feels more like a premium mid-range device than its specs suggest. The robust casing, narrow display bezels, and Corning flagship protective glass are rare in affordable Android phones. It also excels in key daily-use areas like display, speakers, and battery life.
However, those seeking high performance and fast storage may quickly look elsewhere, as the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G falls short in these areas. Even with a significant price drop soon after launch, its technical specs aren’t particularly compelling.
The Poco X7, a nearly identical twin, is noticeably cheaper, raising the question: Why choose the Note 14 Pro over the Poco? The 200 MP camera system doesn’t provide a strong reason either—at least not in its current state under HyperOS 1.0, where photo quality remains underwhelming.
Pros
Cons
Price and availability
The Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G has an RRP of $400 for the base model (8GB RAM, 256GB storage), while the top variant (12 GB RAM, 512 GB storage) is priced at $450. However, just a few weeks after launch, street prices have already dropped to around $300, including on Amazon US and from Xiaomi Germany.
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Possible competitors in comparison
Image | Model / Review | Price | Weight | Drive | Display |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1. 77.8%  | Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G MediaTek Dimensity 7300 ⎘ ARM Mali-G615 MP2 ⎘ 8 GB Memory, 256 GB UFS 2.1 | Amazon: 1. $6.99 Natbok 2+2 Pack 3D Screen Pr... 2. $7.99 Natbok 2+2 Pack 3D Screen Pr... 3. $11.39 ($5.70 / Count) Ibywind Screen Protector For... List Price: 400€ | 190 g | 256 GB UFS 2.2 Flash | 6.67" 2712x1220 446 PPI AMOLED |
2. 77.7%  | Xiaomi Poco X7 MediaTek Dimensity 7300 ⎘ ARM Mali-G615 MP2 ⎘ 12 GB Memory, 512 GB UFS 2.1 | Amazon: 1. $6.99 Suttkue for Xiaomi Poco X7 P... 2. $6.99 Aiziki 2 Pack for Xiaomi Poc... 3. $11.39 Ibywind Screen Protector For... | 185.5 g | 512 GB UFS 2.2 Flash | 6.67" 2712x1220 446 PPI AMOLED |
3. 74.7%  | Motorola Moto G85 Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 ⎘ Qualcomm Adreno 619 ⎘ 12 GB Memory, 256 GB UFS 2.1 | Amazon: $249.50 List Price: 349€ | 171 g | 256 GB UFS 2.2 Flash | 6.67" 2400x1080 405 PPI P-OLED |
4. 79.9%  | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro 5G ⎘ ARM Mali-G610 MP4 ⎘ 12 GB Memory, 256 GB | List Price: 429€ | 190 g | 256 GB UFS 3.1 Flash | 6.70" 2400x1080 393 PPI AMOLED |
5. 85.9% v7 (old)  | Samsung Galaxy A35 5G Samsung Exynos 1380 ⎘ ARM Mali-G68 MP5 ⎘ 6 GB Memory, 128 GB UFS 2.1 | Amazon: 1. $5.98 Supershieldz (2 Pack) Design... 2. $4.99 Mr.Shield Screen Protector C... 3. $6.95 NEW'C 3 Pack Designed for Sa... List Price: 379€ | 209 g | 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash | 6.60" 2340x1080 390 PPI Super AMOLED |
6. 85.8% v7 (old)  | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 ⎘ Qualcomm Adreno 710 ⎘ 8 GB Memory, 256 GB UFS 2.1 | Amazon: 1. $359.99 Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G ... 2. $319.99 Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G ... 3. $7.89 Natbok 2+2 Pack for Xiaomi R... List Price: 399€ | 187 g | 256 GB UFS 2.2 Flash | 6.67" 2712x1220 446 PPI AMOLED |
Table of Contents
- Verdict
- Specifications of the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G
- Case - Xiaomi smartphone with IP rating
- Features - Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G with USB 2.0
- Software - Xiaomi phone still runs Android 14
- Communication and GNSS - Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G only with WiFi 6
- Phone functions and voice quality - Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G with eSIM
- Cameras - Xiaomi phone with 200 megapixels
- Accessories and warranty - Xiaomi smartphone without power adapter
- Input devices and operation - Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G with Face Unlock
- Display - Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G with OLED
- Performance - Xiaomi phone relies on Mediatek
- Games - Xiaomi smartphone only manages 60 fps
- Emissions - Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G hardly throttles at all
- Battery life - Xiaomi smartphone charging speed is neither particularly fast nor slow
- Notebookcheck overall rating
With the Redmi Note 14 Pro, Xiaomi once again aims to push mid-range smartphones closer to the premium segment. The key selling points are features rarely found at this price, including a 200 MP camera, an ultra-bright 3,000-nit AMOLED display, and a durable, well-built casing.
Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G comes in configurations with 8 GB or 12 GB RAM and 256 GB or 512 GB of storage.
Specifications of the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G
Case - Xiaomi smartphone with IP rating
The Redmi Note 14 Pro aims to set new durability standards in its price range. It features an IP68 water-resistant casing that also protects against dust ingress. According to Xiaomi, the phone is designed to be particularly robust, with an aluminum composite frame and a steel-reinforced structure that enhances impact resistance. Another standout feature is the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 display cover, which offers high durability and is rarely found in this price segment.
Xiaomi has also incorporated energy-absorbing foam and polymer buffer materials to further protect the display. These materials act as shock absorbers, reducing the risk of screen breakage. The screen itself occupies around 89% of the phone's front, a top-tier ratio for an affordable mid-range device. In comparison, the Galaxy A35 and Nothing Phone 2a Plus have screen-to-body ratios of just under 85% and 87%, respectively.
In the US, the Redmi Note 14 Pro is available in three color variants. Our test sample features a PU leather look, while the other two options have a roughened plastic back. The finish is visually appealing, and the artificial leather on the back does not feel cheap.
Features - Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G with USB 2.0
The Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G offers an impressive feature set for a mid-range smartphone. It supports Dolby Vision, has an NFC chip for contactless payments, Miracast, an IR blaster, and Bluetooth 5.4 with support for Sony's LDAC and LHDC codecs. However, compared to the Note 13 Pro, the 3.5 mm headphone jack has been removed, and storage specifications remain unchanged. Xiaomi still relies on UFS 2.2 and LPDDR4X, despite the Dimensity 7300's memory controller theoretically supporting faster LPDDR5 at up to 6,400 MHz and UFS 3.1.
The phone also lags behind premium devices due to its slow USB 2.0 standard, which does not support wired image output. However, USB OTG is available. In our file transfer test using a Samsung 980 Pro NVMe M.2 SSD, the USB port achieved a low transfer speed of just 30 MB/s. On the plus side, the Note 14 Pro 5G is compatible with the exFAT and NTFS file systems, making it more convenient for Microsoft-based systems.
Software - Xiaomi phone still runs Android 14
The Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G will receive security updates for four years and operating system upgrades up to Android 17. At the time of testing, the device runs Android 14 with HyperOS 1.09.
The security patches are from January 2025, but Redmi phones have historically had inconsistent update speed and reliability. Starting in February 2025, an OTA update will bring Android 15, including AI-powered enhancements for photos and videos such as AI Bokeh, AI Film, and AI Erase Pro. Additionally, Xiaomi Interconnectivity is not present in the Android 14 settings menus.
Sustainability
Xiaomi does not provide detailed information on the materials used, their recycling rate, or the smartphone’s CO₂ footprint over its life cycle. However, the packaging appears plastic-free, though it comes wrapped in a protective film from the factory.
The company claims to have increased its use of recycled materials, including aluminum, gold, and copper, across all its smartphones. Additionally, it promotes the use of bio-based high-polymer materials and recycled plastic from discarded fishing nets to reduce environmental impact. However, these sustainability claims do not specifically apply to the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G.
Communication and GNSS - Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G only with WiFi 6
In terms of connectivity, the Note 14 Pro 5G is not perfectly future-proof. With the WiFi 6 standard lacking support for the fast 6 GHz range and only one receive and transmit channel (1x1 MIMO), the Xiaomi phone delivers rather slow transfer rates. In the test with our reference router Asus ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000, we achieved a peak speed of only around 400 MBit/s. Nevertheless, the data rates are largely stable.
The mid-range phone can access the mobile data network with the 5G standard, provided such networks are available; multiple bands are supported. The band configuration in the 4G network is also appealing for the mid-range and all frequencies relevant for English-speaking countries are available. The Note 14 Pro 5G is even well equipped for a stay abroad with 21 LTE bands.
To test the positioning accuracy, we took the Note 14 Pro 5G on a walk and compared its results with a Garmin Venu 2. The phone determined its position with an accuracy of one meter, but some deviations were noticeable along the route. Since the Note 14 Pro 5G relies on single-band GNSS, it occasionally shortened the path, particularly when changing direction. Despite this, the phone remains reliable for general navigation tasks.
Phone functions and voice quality - Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G with eSIM
The Note 14 Pro 5G delivers natural voice quality with effective ambient noise suppression, though it struggles with very loud or high-frequency noises. It supports two physical nano-SIM cards or an eSIM, enabling dual SIM functionality. Features like VoWiFi and VoLTE are also available on the device.
Cameras - Xiaomi phone with 200 megapixels
The 20 MP front camera, which lacks pixel binning despite its high resolution, captures detailed photos in everyday use. HDR processing and exposure adjustments perform well, even in direct sunlight. However, the absence of autofocus and the lack of a 4K video recording option slightly diminish the overall experience of the Note 14 Pro's selfie camera.
A standout feature for the mid-range is the 200 MP Samsung ISOCELL HP3 sensor. In the Redmi Note 14 Pro, this 1/1.4-inch sensor uses 16-in-1 pixel binning by default to compensate for its small native pixel size of just 0.56 micrometers.
The optically stabilized main camera captures a high level of detail in daylight, but images tend to appear overly sharpened. Sharpness at the edges and color saturation, particularly in green and blue tones, are not optimal. Image quality also deteriorates significantly in low-light conditions.
One benefit of the 200 MP ISOCELL HP3 sensor is the ability to achieve 2x and 4x zoom without a dedicated telephoto lens. However, the sensor crop is only effective in very good lighting conditions. The same limitation applies to the 8 MP ultra-wide-angle camera, which struggles with noticeable image distortions even in daylight. Color reproduction and dynamic range are also lacking, and the fixed focus prevents it from being used for close-up shots, leaving the 2 MP macro sensor as the only option for macro photography.
Video recording is limited to 4K resolution at a maximum of 30 fps with the main camera. While image quality is decent and autofocus performs reliably, switching between the main and ultra-wide lens is not possible during recording, even in 1080p mode, requiring users to select their preferred lens before filming.
Image Comparison
Choose a scene and navigate within the first image. One click changes the position on touchscreens. One click on the zoomed-in image opens the original in a new window. The first image shows the scaled photograph of the test device.
Main sensorMain sensorUltra wide angleLow LightZoom 5x
Under controlled lighting conditions, we analyze the color reproduction of the 200 MP main camera by comparing it to actual reference colors. The Note 14 Pro 5G exhibits the typical smartphone tendency to brighten images, with some noticeable deviations in certain shades. While the camera software generally maintains a satisfactory level of color accuracy for a mid-range device, some significant outliers in color fidelity, exceeding a deviation of 15 in the ColorChecker Passport test, are evident.
Accessories and warranty - Xiaomi smartphone without power adapter
In Germany which is where we conducted our testing, the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G comes with a protective case (black), a tool for ejecting the SIM card, a user manual (including warranty information) and a pre-installed protective film as well as a data cable.
The warranty period is 12 months. Xiaomi's own Care Accidental Damage and Care Accidental Damage + Theft can be added (from 44 euros) when purchased from the manufacturer's store.
Input devices and operation - Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G with Face Unlock
Inputs on the 6.67-inch CrystalRes AMOLED display are registered accurately, even at the edges of the touchscreen. With a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz, the Note 14 Pro 5G delivers mostly smooth performance in daily use, making animations appear fluid. However, occasional stutters are noticeable.
The OLED panel has a high sampling rate of up to 480 Hz, ensuring a quick response to touch inputs. In gaming mode, Xiaomi claims it can reach 2,560 Hz, meaning the touchscreen refreshes up to 2,560 times per second. The haptic feedback, provided by an X-axis linear vibration motor, is precise and stands out in this price range.
For biometric unlocking, the phone features an in-display fingerprint sensor that supports up to five fingers. The optical fingerprint recognition worked reliably in testing, with minimal delay in waking the display from standby, though a slightly higher positioning would have been preferable. The device also includes AI-based face recognition using the front camera, but as it relies on 2D imaging, it lacks secure authentication features.
Display - Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G with OLED
The 12-bit panel of the Note 14 Pro 5G has a 1,220p resolution with a 20:9 aspect ratio and a pixel density of 446 PPI, which is sharp enough for its size. The refresh rate does not adjust dynamically, but users can switch between 120 Hz and 60 Hz manually.
In our measurements, the Note 14 Pro 5G does not set brightness records, but it still performs well for a mid-range device. With the ambient light sensor activated and a pure white image displayed, we recorded a brightness of 1,154 cd/m², which aligns with Xiaomi’s claimed 1,200 nits (HBM). When displaying a mix of bright and dark areas (APL18 pattern), the luminance remained similar at 1,140 cd/m². While we did not reach the advertised peak brightness of 3,000 nits, the Note 14 Pro 5G still managed a strong 2,510 cd/m² when playing HDR content.
Xiaomi sources its displays from multiple suppliers, including CSOT, Tianma, and Visionox, so there may be slight variations between different production batches.
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Brightness Distribution: 97 %
Center on Battery: 1138 cd/m²
Contrast: ∞:1 (Black: 0 cd/m²)
ΔE Color 1.1 | 0.5-29.43 Ø4.86
ΔE Greyscale 1.6 | 0.09-98 Ø5.1
100% sRGB (Calman 2D)
Gamma: 2.23
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G AMOLED, 2712x1220, 6.7" | Xiaomi Poco X7 AMOLED, 2712x1220, 6.7" | Motorola Moto G85 P-OLED, 2400x1080, 6.7" | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus AMOLED, 2400x1080, 6.7" | Samsung Galaxy A35 5G Super AMOLED, 2340x1080, 6.6" | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G AMOLED, 2712x1220, 6.7" | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen | -3% | -2% | -26% | -30% | -25% | |
| Brightness middle | 1138 | 1156 2% | 1207 6% | 1034 -9% | 904 -21% | 1205 6% |
| Brightness | 1137 | 1150 1% | 1177 4% | 1038 -9% | 912 -20% | 1177 4% |
| Brightness Distribution | 97 | 98 1% | 94 -3% | 96 -1% | 97 0% | 90 -7% |
| Black Level * | ||||||
| Colorchecker dE 2000 * | 1.1 | 1.1 -0% | 1.36 -24% | 1.8 -64% | 2.1 -91% | 1.51 -37% |
| Colorchecker dE 2000 max. * | 2.6 | 3.1 -19% | 2.8 -8% | 3.9 -50% | 2.8 -8% | 4.07 -57% |
| Greyscale dE 2000 * | 1.6 | 1.6 -0% | 1.4 12% | 2 -25% | 2.2 -38% | 2.5 -56% |
| Gamma | 2.23 99% | 2.22 99% | 2.23 99% | 2.23 99% | 2.1 105% | 2.175 101% |
| CCT | 6284 103% | 6304 103% | 6591 99% | 6803 96% | 6478 100% | 6407 101% |
* ... smaller is better
The PWM process used by OLED screens can cause discomfort for sensitive users, leading to fatigue, eye strain, or headaches due to screen flickering. To mitigate these effects, Xiaomi has implemented high-frequency 1,920 Hz PWM dimming in the Note 14 Pro 5G, which our measurements confirm. Additionally, the device features a finely tuned 20,000-step brightness adjustment to ensure smooth and eye-friendly transitions in brightness levels.
The Xiaomi phone also holds triple certification from TÜV Rheinland, covering flicker-free operation, circadian-friendly lighting, and low blue light emissions.
Screen Flickering / PWM (Pulse-Width Modulation)
| Screen flickering / PWM detected | 120 Hz Amplitude: 15 % Secondary Frequency: 1851 Hz |  | |
The display backlight flickers at 120 Hz (worst case, e.g., utilizing PWM) . The frequency of 120 Hz is very low, so the flickering may cause eyestrain and headaches after extended use. In comparison: 53 % of all tested devices do not use PWM to dim the display. If PWM was detected, an average of 8439 (minimum: 5 - maximum: 343500) Hz was measured. | |||
A series of measurements were taken with a fixed zoom level and varying brightness settings. The amplitude curve at minimum brightness appears flat, but this is due to scaling. The info box provides an enlarged view of the amplitude at minimum brightness for a more detailed analysis.
HyperOS provides extensive customization options for the display, allowing users to choose from three color profiles, adjust the white balance, and adapt the color temperature to ambient lighting. In the "Pro" profile, the most precise calibration was achieved in our tests by accurately controlling the P3 color space. Both grayscale and color accuracy showed very low DeltaE values on the Note 14 Pro 5G, with minimal visible differences compared to reference data.
Display Response Times
| ↔ Response Time Black to White | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1.28 ms ... rise ↗ and fall ↘ combined | ↗ 0.7025 ms rise |  |
| ↘ 0.576 ms fall | ||
| The screen shows very fast response rates in our tests and should be very well suited for fast-paced gaming. In comparison, all tested devices range from 0.1 (minimum) to 240 (maximum) ms. » 5 % of all devices are better. This means that the measured response time is better than the average of all tested devices (20.7 ms). | ||
| ↔ Response Time 50% Grey to 80% Grey | ||
| 1.53 ms ... rise ↗ and fall ↘ combined | ↗ 0.8075 ms rise |  |
| ↘ 0.724 ms fall | ||
| The screen shows very fast response rates in our tests and should be very well suited for fast-paced gaming. In comparison, all tested devices range from 0.165 (minimum) to 636 (maximum) ms. » 5 % of all devices are better. This means that the measured response time is better than the average of all tested devices (32.4 ms). | ||
The AMOLED screen maintains good color stability even at shallow viewing angles. While there is some brightness loss, it remains minimal. Thanks to its high brightness and strong contrast, the Note 14 Pro 5G is easy to read outdoors, with enough brightness reserves to handle bright summer conditions. Under winter lighting, reflections do not significantly impact readability, though the curved edges of the display can still produce some noticeable reflections.
Performance - Xiaomi phone relies on Mediatek
The Note 14 Pro 5G is powered by the Dimensity 7300, built on 4nm technology, but its performance is underwhelming for this price range. In our benchmarks, the mid-range phone delivers modest results, with the Cortex-A78 cores of the MediaTek processor particularly struggling in the Geekbench multi-core test.
The similarly priced Poco X7 Pro, equipped with the Dimensity 8400, offers significantly better performance. Even the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 in the Note 13 Pro 5G performs only slightly weaker than the Dimensity 7300. Additionally, MediaTek's SoC does not stand out in AI benchmarks, making it a less compelling choice for performance-focused users.
| UL Procyon AI Inference for Android - Overall Score NNAPI | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (8087 - 27964, n=5) | |
| Average of class Smartphone (1267 - 81594, n=149, last 2 years) | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| AI Benchmark - Score V6 | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Average of class Smartphone (68.9 - 12578, n=44, last 2 years) | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (232 - 577, n=4) | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
The Dimensity 7300's graphics unit features a Mali-G615 MP2. In graphics tests, the Note 14 Pro 5G performs better than the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus and Galaxy A35 5G, making it a competitive option. However, the Poco X7 Pro once again takes the lead, dominating the benchmarks in this category.
GFXBench (DX / GLBenchmark) 2.7: T-Rex Onscreen | 1920x1080 T-Rex Offscreen
GFXBench 3.0: on screen Manhattan Onscreen OGL | 1920x1080 1080p Manhattan Offscreen
GFXBench 3.1: on screen Manhattan ES 3.1 Onscreen | 1920x1080 Manhattan ES 3.1 Offscreen
GFXBench: on screen Car Chase Onscreen | 1920x1080 Car Chase Offscreen | on screen Aztec Ruins High Tier Onscreen | 2560x1440 Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen | on screen Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Onscreen | 1920x1080 Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Offscreen | 3840x2160 4K Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen
| 3DMark / Wild Life Extreme Unlimited | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| 3DMark / Wild Life Extreme | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| 3DMark / Wild Life Score | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| 3DMark / Solar Bay Score | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| 3DMark / Steel Nomad Light Score | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| 3DMark / Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1) Unlimited Physics | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| 3DMark / Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1) Unlimited Graphics | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| 3DMark / Sling Shot Extreme (ES 3.1) Unlimited | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| GFXBench (DX / GLBenchmark) 2.7 / T-Rex Onscreen | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| GFXBench (DX / GLBenchmark) 2.7 / T-Rex Offscreen | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| GFXBench 3.0 / Manhattan Onscreen OGL | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| GFXBench 3.0 / 1080p Manhattan Offscreen | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| GFXBench 3.1 / Manhattan ES 3.1 Onscreen | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| GFXBench 3.1 / Manhattan ES 3.1 Offscreen | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| GFXBench / Car Chase Onscreen | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| GFXBench / Car Chase Offscreen | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| GFXBench / Aztec Ruins High Tier Onscreen | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| GFXBench / Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| GFXBench / Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Onscreen | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| GFXBench / Aztec Ruins Normal Tier Offscreen | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| GFXBench / 4K Aztec Ruins High Tier Offscreen | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
The Note 14 Pro 5G performs poorly in browser benchmarks, but in everyday use, browsing speed remains satisfactory. Loading times for complex web pages are not excessively slow, and scrolling is generally smooth.
| Jetstream 2 - 2.0 Total Score | |
| Average of class Smartphone (13.8 - 387, n=165, last 2 years) | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G (Chrome 120) | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G (Chrome 123.0.6312.100) | |
| Motorola Moto G85 (Chrome 127) | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (Chrome 128) | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G (Chrome 133) | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (60.2 - 108.5, n=4) | |
| Speedometer 3.0 - Score | |
| Average of class Smartphone (1.03 - 34, n=96, last 2 years) | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (Chrome 128) | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (5.6 - 8.19, n=5) | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G (Chrome 133) | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G (Chrome 123.0.6312.100) | |
| Motorola Moto G85 (Chrome 127) | |
| WebXPRT 4 - Overall | |
| Average of class Smartphone (22 - 273, n=157, last 2 years) | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (Chrome 128) | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G (Chrome 123.0.6312.100) | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G (Chrome 120) | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (56 - 118, n=5) | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G (Chrome 133) | |
| Motorola Moto G85 (Chrome 127) | |
| Octane V2 - Total Score | |
| Average of class Smartphone (2228 - 100368, n=206, last 2 years) | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G (Chrome 123.0.6312.100) | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G (Chrome 120) | |
| Motorola Moto G85 (Chrome 127) | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (Chrome 128) | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (22739 - 37949, n=7) | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G (Chrome 133) | |
| Mozilla Kraken 1.1 - Total | |
| Average MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (1066 - 2154, n=5) | |
| Average of class Smartphone (277 - 28190, n=166, last 2 years) | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G (Chrome 133) | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus (Chrome 128) | |
| Motorola Moto G85 (Chrome 127) | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G (Chrome 120) | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G (Chrome 123.0.6312.100) | |
* ... smaller is better
The UFS storage in the Note 14 Pro 5G delivers solid performance, but given its $400 price point, UFS 3.1 would have been expected. The Dimensity 7300 SoC supports this faster standard, making Xiaomi’s decision to stick with UFS 2.2 somewhat disappointing.
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | Motorola Moto G85 | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | Average 256 GB UFS 2.2 Flash | Average of class Smartphone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AndroBench 3-5 | -27% | 17% | -49% | -8% | -10% | 60% | |
| Sequential Read 256KB | 1009.67 | 529.8 -48% | 1037.34 3% | 529.32 -48% | 946.8 -6% | 905 ? -10% | 2054 ? 103% |
| Sequential Write 256KB | 833.64 | 525.3 -37% | 954.87 15% | 270 -68% | 808.2 -3% | 725 ? -13% | 1667 ? 100% |
| Random Read 4KB | 248.81 | 220.7 -11% | 298.12 20% | 244.24 -2% | 239.2 -4% | 231 ? -7% | 286 ? 15% |
| Random Write 4KB | 266.92 | 237 -11% | 345.83 30% | 62.59 -77% | 220.5 -17% | 241 ? -10% | 327 ? 23% |
Games - Xiaomi smartphone only manages 60 fps
Beyond benchmark results, we tested the performance of the Mali GPU with real-world gaming using our partner GameBench to measure exact frame rates in selected Play Store games.
High frame rate (HFR) gaming is not possible on the Note 14 Pro 5G, but lighter titles like PUBG Mobile run smoothly at 60 FPS on low settings. More demanding games, such as Genshin Impact, are playable at lower graphics settings, though noticeable frame rate drops occur, affecting overall smoothness.
Emissions - Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G hardly throttles at all
Temperature
We did not observe any throttling in the 3DMark stress tests for the Xiaomi phone, and surface temperatures remained relatively low during our load scenario with the Burnout benchmark. However, performance drops under sustained load are uncommon in this price range, and our comparison devices also maintained consistent performance levels.
(±) The maximum temperature on the upper side is 41.3 °C / 106 F, compared to the average of 35.1 °C / 95 F, ranging from 21.9 to 63.7 °C for the class Smartphone.
(+) The bottom heats up to a maximum of 37.7 °C / 100 F, compared to the average of 33.9 °C / 93 F
(+) In idle usage, the average temperature for the upper side is 26.2 °C / 79 F, compared to the device average of 32.8 °C / 91 F.
3DMark Steel Nomad Stress Test
| 3DMark | |
| Wild Life Stress Test Stability | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Wild Life Extreme Stress Test | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 5G | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
| Motorola Moto G85 | |
| Steel Nomad Light Stress Test Stability | |
| Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | |
| Xiaomi Poco X7 | |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G | |
Speakers
The Note 14 Pro 5G features a dual-speaker system with Dolby Atmos, delivering decent sound quality for a mid-range device. Our Pink Noise measurement shows a linear frequency response in the highs, though the mids could be more balanced. The speakers also provide some depth with minimal bass presence.
For external audio playback, users can connect devices via the wired USB port or wirelessly through Bluetooth 5.4, which supports a wide range of codecs.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G audio analysis
(+) | speakers can play relatively loud (91.5 dB)
Bass 100 - 315 Hz
(-) | nearly no bass - on average 25.5% lower than median
(+) | bass is linear (5.1% delta to prev. frequency)
Mids 400 - 2000 Hz
(±) | higher mids - on average 5.4% higher than median
(+) | mids are linear (6% delta to prev. frequency)
Highs 2 - 16 kHz
(+) | balanced highs - only 4.2% away from median
(+) | highs are linear (4.5% delta to prev. frequency)
Overall 100 - 16.000 Hz
(±) | linearity of overall sound is average (16.9% difference to median)
Compared to same class
» 8% of all tested devices in this class were better, 6% similar, 86% worse
» The best had a delta of 12%, average was 36%, worst was 134%
Compared to all devices tested
» 28% of all tested devices were better, 7% similar, 65% worse
» The best had a delta of 4%, average was 24%, worst was 134%
Samsung Galaxy A35 5G audio analysis
(+) | speakers can play relatively loud (90.9 dB)
Bass 100 - 315 Hz
(-) | nearly no bass - on average 23.6% lower than median
(+) | bass is linear (6.3% delta to prev. frequency)
Mids 400 - 2000 Hz
(±) | reduced mids - on average 7.9% lower than median
(+) | mids are linear (6.3% delta to prev. frequency)
Highs 2 - 16 kHz
(+) | balanced highs - only 4.5% away from median
(+) | highs are linear (2.6% delta to prev. frequency)
Overall 100 - 16.000 Hz
(±) | linearity of overall sound is average (18% difference to median)
Compared to same class
» 14% of all tested devices in this class were better, 8% similar, 78% worse
» The best had a delta of 12%, average was 36%, worst was 134%
Compared to all devices tested
» 35% of all tested devices were better, 8% similar, 57% worse
» The best had a delta of 4%, average was 24%, worst was 134%
Battery life - Xiaomi smartphone charging speed is neither particularly fast nor slow
Power consumption
The Note 14 Pro 5G is equipped with a generous 5,120mAh battery, which can be charged via USB-C at up to 45 watts. However, due to its large capacity, a full charge still takes around 70 minutes. It is somewhat puzzling that Xiaomi opted for slower charging compared to the Note 13 Pro, which supported 67-watt charging. Wireless charging remains unavailable.
The power consumption of the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 is unremarkable in both idle and load conditions. However, with over 1 watt of power draw in idle mode, there is still some room for optimization.
| Off / Standby |   0.07 / 0.19 Watt |
| Idle |  1.17 / 1.38 / 1.41 Watt |
| Load |
3.58 / 8.44 Watt |
    
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| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G 5110 mAh | Xiaomi Poco X7 5110 mAh | Motorola Moto G85 5000 mAh | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus 5000 mAh | Samsung Galaxy A35 5G 5000 mAh | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G 5100 mAh | Average MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Average of class Smartphone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Consumption | 6% | 11% | -8% | -29% | -1% | 8% | -22% | |
| Idle Minimum * | 1.17 | 1.09 7% | 1 15% | 0.86 26% | 0.89 24% | 1.3 -11% | 0.938 ? 20% | 0.872 ? 25% |
| Idle Average * | 1.38 | 1.28 7% | 1.2 13% | 1.56 -13% | 1.99 -44% | 1.4 -1% | 1.368 ? 1% | 1.415 ? -3% |
| Idle Maximum * | 1.41 | 1.31 7% | 1.4 1% | 1.59 -13% | 2.14 -52% | 1.6 -13% | 1.497 ? -6% | 1.556 ? -10% |
| Load Average * | 3.58 | 3.25 9% | 3.4 5% | 4.52 -26% | 4.57 -28% | 2.5 30% | 3.18 ? 11% | 7.04 ? -97% |
| Load Maximum * | 8.44 | 8.62 -2% | 6.8 19% | 9.58 -14% | 12.31 -46% | 9.1 -8% | 7.26 ? 14% | 10.6 ? -26% |
* ... smaller is better
Power consumption: Geekbench (150 cd/m²)
Power consumption: GFXbench (150 cd/m²)
Battery life
The Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G offers excellent battery life in everyday use. In standardized tests with the display brightness set to 150 cd/m², the phone lasts over 20 hours while browsing on Wi-Fi. With continuous video playback offline, it can even reach nearly 24 hours, making it a strong performer in battery efficiency.
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G 5110 mAh | Motorola Moto G85 5000 mAh | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus 5000 mAh | Samsung Galaxy A35 5G 5000 mAh | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G 5100 mAh | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Runtime | -4% | 15% | 8% | -1% | |
| Reader / Idle | 1754 | 1974 13% | 2190 25% | 2600 48% | 1786 2% |
| H.264 | 1423 | 1114 -22% | 1685 18% | 1401 -2% | 1142 -20% |
| WiFi v1.3 | 1206 | 894 -26% | 1104 -8% | 902 -25% | 1002 -17% |
| Load | 236 | 286 21% | 298 26% | 262 11% | 307 30% |
Notebookcheck overall rating
The strengths of the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G do not lie in performance or camera quality, but its overall user experience is impressive. The device stands out with its robust design, which enhances durability and usability in everyday use.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G
- 02/14/2025 v8
Marcus Herbrich
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