Redmi Go

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Redmi Go
Brand Redmi
Manufacturer Xiaomi
Slogan Go Smart, Do More [1]
First releasedFebruary 2019
Successor Redmi A1
Type Smartphone
Form factor Slate
Mass137g
Operating system Android 8.1 "Oreo"
Android Go
System-on-chip Qualcomm Snapdragon 425
CPU Cortex-A53, quad-core 1.4 GHz
GPU Adreno 308
Memory1 GB
Storage8 GB / 16 GB
Removable storage microSD, up to 128 GB
Battery3000 mAh
Display5", 16:9, 720x1280, IPS LCD, 294 ppi
SoundMono loudspeaker
Rear camera8 MP f/2.0
Front camera 5 MP f/2.2
Data inputs MicroUSB 2.0, 3.5mm audio jack
Website Redmi Go

The Redmi Go is an Android Go [2] [3] [4] smartphone developed by Xiaomi under their Redmi subbrand. [5] [6] It was announced in February 2019 for Europe, India [7] and the Philippines.

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Availability

The Redmi Go retails for 80 euros in European markets. [2] [8] It is available in the Philippines through Lazada for PHP3990 [9] and in India for INR4499. [7] The device will not be sold in Western markets.

Specifications

Hardware

The Redmi Go has several similarities with the 4A and 5A. All three phones have the same display and processor, however, the Redmi Go has less RAM, less storage and a lower-resolution camera. [10] The dimensions and battery size are also identical to that of the 5A. A polycarbonate unibody construction is used, and black and blue color options are available. It lacks USB-C and instead relies on an older MicroUSB port. [11] Neither a fingerprint sensor nor facial recognition are present. [1]

Software

The Redmi Go runs on Android 8.1 "Oreo" Go Edition and does not use MIUI unlike other Redmi phones. [11]

Reception

Gadgets360 gave the Go a 7/10, praising the device's affordability, design and battery life, while criticizing the cameras as well as the limited RAM and storage. [12]

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