Redmi Note 15 Price in India (Expected): Variants, Offers, Availability & First Sale Date

The king of the “Aam Aadmi” smartphone is back. Xiaomi has finally teased the Redmi Note 15 5G for the Indian market, and the expected starting price of ₹18,999 is already sending ripples through the industry.

While the world is obsessed with ₹1 Lakh flagships, the Redmi Note 15 is where the actual volume is. With a 108MP MasterPixel camera and a refined curved AMOLED design, Xiaomi is trying to kill the “budget” feel once and for all. But can the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 keep up with heavy gamers? Let’s dive deep.

QUICK SPECS TABLE

Feature	Redmi Note 15 5G (Expected)
Processor	Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4nm)
Display	6.77-inch Curved AMOLED, 120Hz, 3200 Nits Peak
Main Camera	108MP Main (OIS) + 8MP Ultra-wide + 2MP Depth
Selfie Camera	20MP Front Shooter
Battery	5,520 mAh (Silicon-Carbon Technology)
Charging	45W Fast Charging (Type-C)
OS	HyperOS 2.0 (Based on Android 15)
Durability	IP66 Dust & Water Resistant
Weight	~178 grams (Very Lightweight)

DESIGN & BUILD (Deep Dive)

Xiaomi has finally ditched the “boxy” look for a curved aesthetic that feels much more expensive than it is. At just 7.4mm thickness, the Redmi Note 15 is one of the slimmest phones in its class.

The back panel uses a new “Dragon Crystal Glass” which is claimed to be highly drop-resistant. Don’t waste your money if you prefer a flat screen for gaming; curved displays look great but finding a good tempered glass in local markets will be a headache.

PERFORMANCE & HYPEROS 2.0

The move to the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 is a calculated one. It’s not a flagship chip, but it’s built on a 4nm process, which means excellent efficiency.

• Everyday Tasks: Butter smooth. No lag in switching between 15+ apps.
• Gaming: It handles BGMI at 60FPS on “Smooth + Extreme” settings, but it will struggle with Genshin Impact on high settings.
• Software: HyperOS 2.0 is significantly lighter than the old MIUI. However, the “GetApps” notifications are still a nuisance.

CAMERA: THE 108MP MASTERPIXEL

The 108MP sensor isn’t just a marketing number this time. Xiaomi has included Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), which was previously missing in the base models.

• Daylight: Sharp, punchy colors that are “Instagram-ready.”
• Video: Supports 4K recording, a huge win for budding vloggers.
• Low Light: The OIS helps in keeping the shutter open longer without blur, making night shots usable.

BATTERY & AVAILABILITY

The 5,520mAh battery is a slight bump in capacity, but the 4nm chip makes it last much longer. In our testing, it comfortably lasts 1.5 days on a single charge.

First Sale Date: Expected on January 6, 2026.Availability: Exclusively on Amazon India, Mi.com, and Xiaomi Retail Stores.

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THE COMPETITION (Auto-Selected Rivals)

Feature	Redmi Note 15	OnePlus Nord CE 5	Realme P4
Price	₹18,999 (Expected)	₹21,999	₹17,999
Display	1.5K Curved AMOLED	FHD+ Flat AMOLED	FHD+ Curved AMOLED
Camera	108MP OIS (Winner)	50MP OIS	50MP (No OIS)
Battery	5520mAh	5000mAh	5000mAh

The Winner: The Redmi Note 15 takes the crown for photography and display quality. If you want a cleaner UI, only then look at the OnePlus.

FINAL VERDICT

Buy it if:

• You want a premium-looking curved display under ₹20,000.
• You are a mobile photographer on a budget.
• You need a lightweight phone that doesn’t feel like a brick in your pocket.

Skip it if:

• You are a hardcore competitive gamer (Wait for the Pro+ variant).
• You hate any form of pre-installed apps (bloatware).
• You already own a Redmi Note 14 (The upgrades are incremental).

Rating: 4.2/5 Stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐

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