Redmi 15 5G Debuts in India with 7,000mAh Battery and 144Hz Display, Starting at Rs 14,999

Highlights

• Redmi 15 5G launch in India featuring a 7,000mAh EV-grade silicon-carbon battery, first in its segment.
• Other features include 6.9″ FHD+ LCD with 144Hz refresh rate, Snapdragon 6s Gen 3, up to 8GB RAM, and HyperOS 2.0.
• The price starts at ₹14,999 with sales beginning August 28 via Xiaomi, Amazon, and retail stores.

Redmi has launched its latest budget-friendly smartphone, the Redmi 15 5G, in India. The device was first introduced in Malaysia earlier this month and has now made its way to the Indian market. Its biggest highlight is the massive 7,000mAh EV-grade silicon-carbon battery, marking the first time a phone in this price segment features a silicon-carbon cell. This technology not only delivers a larger battery but also helps maintain a relatively slim profile for such a big device. Here’s more on the newly launched smartphone.

Redmi 15 5G – Price and Availability

The Redmi 15 5G starts at Rs 14,999 for the base variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. It is also available in two higher configurations, 8GB + 128GB at Rs 15,999 and 8GB + 256GB at Rs 16,999.

Sales begin on August 28 at 12 PM, via Xiaomi’s official website, Amazon, and offline retail stores.

Buyers can choose from Midnight Black, Frosty White, and Sandy Purple colour options.

Caption – Redmi 15 5G in Midnight Black colour. (Image credit – Redmi)

Redmi 15 5G – Key Specifications and Features

The Redmi 15 5G sports a 6.9-inch LCD display with Full-HD+ (1080 x 2340) resolution, up to 288Hz touch sampling rate, 850 nits peak brightness, and a 144Hz refresh rate, a first in this segment under Rs 15,000. Despite the massive size, the device measures just 8.4mm thick, though at 217 grams, it may feel heavy during prolonged use.

Performance is handled by the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset, paired with up to 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage. The standout 7,000mAh silicon-carbon battery supports 33W fast charging and 18W reverse wired charging.

On the software side, it runs HyperOS 2.0 based on Android 15 with Redmi promising 2 years of OS updates and 4 years of security patches. Users also get AI-centric features like Google Gemini and Circle to Search.

For cameras, the device sports a dual-lens setup at the back with a 50MP primary sensor and an auxiliary lens, while the front houses an 8MP selfie camera. Both front and rear cameras support video recording at 1080p 30fps.

Additional features include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, IR blaster, Bluetooth 5.1, dual-band Wi-Fi, USB Type-C port and an IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance.

FAQs

Q1. What is the price of the Redmi 15 5G in India?

Answer. The base variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage is priced at ₹14,999. Higher configurations include 8GB + 128GB at ₹15,999 and 8GB + 256GB at ₹16,999.

Q2. What makes the Redmi 15 5G’s battery unique?

Answer. It features a 7,000mAh EV-grade silicon-carbon battery, the first in its segment, offering high capacity while maintaining a slim 8.4mm profile. It supports 33W fast charging and 18W reverse wired charging.

Q3. What are the key display and performance specs of the Redmi 15 5G?

Answer. It has a 6.9-inch FHD+ LCD with a 144Hz refresh rate and 288Hz touch sampling. Powered by the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset, it comes with up to 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage.

Q4. When and where will the Redmi 15 5G be available for purchase?

Answer. Sales begin on August 28 at 12 PM via Xiaomi’s official website, Amazon, and offline retail stores. Colour options include Midnight Black, Frosty White, and Sandy Purple.

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