Verdict: Why the affordable Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro+ doesn't get our buy recommendation
Whilst the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ offers premium features such as IP68 rating, Gorilla Glass Victus 2, a large silicon-carbon battery with 100-watt fast charging, and a 200 MP Samsung camera, there are several crucial reasons to reconsider purchasing the device. Its closely related sibling models – the Redmi Note 15 Pro and Poco M8 Pro – are attractive mid-range alternatives to the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ (starting at approx. $470 on Amazon)
We’ll outline our two major complaints about the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ below. That said, the device could still be a great option for those who prioritise durability and long battery life. Read our full review to explore its strengths in detail.
1. Xiaomi phone delivers lacklustre performance
Even though the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 powering the device is a minor upgrade over its predecessor, Xiaomi has missed the chance to give its mid-range offering a noticeable boost in system performance. In everyday use, the Note 15 Pro+ frequently exhibits significant stuttering and lag. The Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 is simply too underpowered for the fairly high-resolution OLED panel.
More powerful alternatives are available at around $600 RRP, such as the Poco F7.
2. Redmi phone reduces display brightness considerably in daily use
Despite reaching a high peak brightness of almost 3,000 nits (APL18: 3,146 nits) during our testing, the phone’s OLED display failed to fully impress us in everyday use. This is because the brightness drops sharply after just a short while, falling below 990 nits in our measurements, and is even much lower in manual mode.
This substantial reduction in brightness could affect the screen’s legibility outdoors. Particularly in summer, reflections on the glass surface may make on-screen content difficult to read.
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