Review Summary
Expert Rating3.5/5
Design★★★★★★★★★★ Display★★★★★★★★★★ Software★★★★★★★★★★ Camera★★★★★★★★★★ Performance★★★★★★★★★★ Battery★★★★★★★★★★
Pros
- Stylish design
- Capable performer
- Stunning display
- Long-lasting battery backup
Cons
- Main camera needs optimisation
- Cannot stream HDR content
- Cannot record 4K videos
The Redmi Note series of phones have for long, been the go-to device for consumers looking for an affordable, feature-packed Android, and for good reason. You see, the Note range is replete with capable all-rounders that don’t just perform well, but come toting gorgeous screens and a versatile array of cameras too. In fact, the company’s Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (review) is still hailed as one of the best mid-rangers in the sub Rs 20K segment. Be that as it may, the brand recently unveiled the successor to the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max in the form of the Redmi Note 11 Pro+. Suffice it to say, Redmi’s latest offering has some pretty big shoes to fill so, let’s find out if the phone is worth your hard-earned bucks.
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Verdict
The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ is a decent mid-ranger, although, the device falls slightly short of expectations. Be that as it may, the handset offers a serviceable Android experience, provided you can look past its shortcomings.
The lowdown
The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ is a head-turner, to say the least. The device is available in three different hues, however, I was sent the Phantom White variant for review. Now, I haven’t seen the other colourways in person but, truth be told, I had my heart set on the white colourway from the word go. To wit, Redmi has struck the perfect balance between a classy and flaunt-worthy design. The smartphone’s white back, albeit eye-catchy, is void of any shimmery glitter or gaudy decals.
Instead, the handset employs a tasteful matte finish that doesn’t just feel velvety to the touch, but it also helps keep smudges and stains at bay. That’s not all, as the phone comes layered with Corning’s Gorilla Glass v5 on both, the front, as well as the back, thereby ensuring your device stays somewhat sheathed from scratches and scuffs too.
I should also point out that, unlike its predecessor, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ utilises a flat frame which paid dividends for my in-hand grip. So much so, I felt confident in using the phone without a case. And, for those curious – the frame has been constructed using plastic, albeit it feels quite sturdy. What’s more, the colour of the frame blends really well with the phone’s colour scheme too, ensuring the sides don’t appear out of place. As for the I/O, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ employs a stereo speaker setup, touts a USB Type-C port for charging and features a side-mounted capacitive fingerprint sensor. The sensor worked well during my stint with the phone, so no complaints here.
