August is coming to an end, but not without encountering a new launch that promises to be a knockout in the entry-level range. And it is because Xiaomi introduced the new Redmi Note 11 SE in India. The good edition of this launch is that this mobile is actually already available in China and in reality we are facing a version of the Redmi Note 10S.

In fact, a launch full of controversies and some complaints: without a charger and with MIUI 12 based on Android 11 At a time when MIUI 13 was already available on hundreds of terminals and Android 13 hit the first models—not even Android 12. But before we dig deeper, let’s take a look at the phone in question.

Redmi Note 11 SE technical page

A Redmi Note 11 SE very reminiscent of another “old” Redmi

As we said, this new Redmi Note 11 SE is essentially the same mobile we saw last year with a new name. Strategy to offer very cheap and competitive terminals in India solved with slightly less innovative technology To what Xiaomi is used to us.

A quick glance reveals the important figures: 6.43 inch AMOLED type panel with Full HD+ resolution and 60 Hz refresh rate, processor MediaTek Helio G95 with 6GB and 8GB RAM configurations, 5000mAh battery Compatible with 33W fast charging and the same camera configuration: a 64-megapixel main sensor along with a 13MP selfie camera plus three other secondary sensors of 8.2 and 2MP respectively.

This mobile also lacks 5G, but at least it lacks NFC connectivity, the beloved headphone jack, and its good performance under MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition, the latest iteration of MIUI 12. It is a disappointment for many who are currently waiting for the Android 12-based MIUI 13 that is imposed.

Same bezels, texture of manufacturing materials, weight and feel for a cell phone sold as “new”. But there is something different: the box will come without a charger. As confirmed from Gizmochina, No mention of charger or power adapter in ‘Package Contents’.

Something that breaks your philosophy honest pricing and the philosophy of delivering a charger with every new model. We understand that the purpose is the same: to reduce the final price as much as possible and compete in the first price segment of the entry range. In any case, we will have to wait for the first deployed units to confirm this rumor.

Price and availability of Redmi Note 11 SE

And to keep the price as low as possible, this Redmi Note 11 SE will be launched on August 31st, by the last day of the month, in three colors and a single and inexpensive configuration: Thunder Purple, Cosmic White, Space Black and Bifrost Bluey variant. 6GB + 64GB for 13,499 Indian rupeesequivalent to 169 Euros in exchange.