Xiaomi Redmi Y1 Overview
The Xiaomi Redmi Y1 is a budget-friendly smartphone that offers a range of features and specifications. Running on Android 7.0 Nougat OS, the device is powered by an Octa-Core 1.4GHz ARM Cortex-A53 processor and Qualcomm Adreno 505 GPU, making it capable of handling everyday tasks with ease. The phone comes in two variants - one with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, and another with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, both of which can be expanded via a microSD card slot.
The Redmi Y1 sports a 5.5-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen display with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels and 267.02 ppi pixel density. The screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3 and features a 2.5D curved glass design. The device supports 4G network connectivity, Wi-Fi, GPS, and has a micro USB v2.0 port for charging and data transfer.
In terms of camera capabilities, the Redmi Y1 features a 13-megapixel main camera with f/2.2 aperture and dual-LED flash, as well as a 16-megapixel selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture and wide-angle lens. The phone also comes equipped with a variety of sensors including a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Pros:
- Affordable price point
- Good camera quality for selfies
- Expandable storage option
- Decent battery life with a 3,080 mAh capacity
Cons:
- Display resolution could be higher for a 5.5-inch screen
- Processor may struggle with heavy multitasking
- Lack of NFC support
- Non-removable battery