EThe expert found out which one is better to chooseOn the DimaViper Live YouTube channel, two models of Xiaomi devices were compared: the new one – Redmi Note 11 and the old one – Redmi Note 10S. The author of the channel told whether it makes sense to overpay for an improved version of the smartphone. Discuss standard”: comparison of Redmi Note 10S and Redmi Note 11″ alt=”Old “improved” Xiaomi vs. new “standard”: comparison of Redmi Note 10S and Redmi Note 11″ Old “improved” Xiaomi vs. New “Standard”: Redmi Note 10S vs. Redmi Note 11 The first thing to note is the year of release of Xiaomi devices and their price. Redmi Note 11 was released in 2022, but is cheaper than Redmi Note 10S, which hit the market in 2021. This is explained by the fact that the 10S version is an improved version of the Note 10, but the Note 11 version is the “standard” version of the mobile device.
Differences of one device from another begin with appearance. The side frames and screen of the Note 11 are flat, but the 10S is slightly rounded. Also, the back panel of the 10S version is glossy, while the Note 11 is matte.
The devices come with a silicone case, as well as fast charging both cases; devices are fully charged in about 60 minutes).
Started faster of the two smartphones after all Note 10S. At the same time, it must be said that the devices work on different processors. According to the characteristics of the screen, Note 10S and Note 11 are the same in almost everything: the difference is only in the refresh rate, which is slightly higher for Note 11 (90 Hz versus 60 Hz for Note 10S), and in color reproduction, which is a little more “warm” also in 11 -th version.
The Note 10S has a MediaTek Helio G95 processor, while the Note 11 has a Snapdragon 680. If we talk about which processor is better, then it all depends on what characteristics are important to you. In terms of energy efficiency (and heating) and process technology, Snapdragon wins, but Helio G95 turns out to be more powerful. That is, for games, for example, Note 10S is definitely more suitable. Note 11 leads in terms of memory speed, but throttling is stronger on Note 10S.
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If we compare the photos from the main camera, we can see the following. In terms of color reproduction, the Note 10S turns out to be better, as well as in terms of viewing angle, picture clarity. The same can be said about the front camera. You can see sample images below.
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The sound is slightly better than Note 11. The novelty has a more “clean” sound.
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In general, if you want a faster smartphone that could “ pull” various games, then you should take a closer look at Redmi Note 10S. But if it’s more important for you that the device remains cold under load, so that you can just comfortably chat on social networks or run some simple applications, then Note 11 is more suitable. Note 10S is also more powerful and better in terms of photos and videos, although it is less modern than the 11th.