Recently, rumors emerged about a new compact smartphone from Redmi, likely part of the K80 series. The device is anticipated to feature a 6.3-inch display and a robust 6000 mAh battery.
What We Know So Far:
According to the Smart Pikachu informant, this mini-flagship is expected to be powered by a Dimensity 9400 processor and could launch by the end of this year. There may also be a compact variant with a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip set to release next year. Based on the tags in the whistleblower's post, both smartphones will be part of the K80 series. If this is confirmed, Redmi would be making an intriguing choice by incorporating flagship processors from both MediaTek and Qualcomm in the same lineup.
Xiaomi is currently gearing up for the launch of the standard Redmi K80 series, which is anticipated next month. This series is expected to include at least two variants: the K80, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, and the K80 Pro, featuring the Snapdragon 8 Elite. If the compact phone with the Dimensity 9400 chip is indeed part of the K80 lineup, it could be unveiled in November alongside the other models. For now, details about this new device remain speculative, and it’s best to await official confirmation from Xiaomi.
