Xiaomi debuts a trio of Redmi 4K TVs in India starting at $450
Specifications
These Redmi TVs are packing a lot of modern features with HDMI 2.1, HDMI e-ARC, and Low-Latency Mode — all of which are important if you’re picking up the new-gen Xbox or PlayStation.
e-ARC will also let you connect your soundbar or AV system without needing optical cables. So that you don’t need to play audio on those TV speakers.
My dad owns the first-gen Mi TV launched in India, but I am not a big fan of that early Patchwall system as some apps such as Netflix never arrived. Thankfully, the new Patchwall has all the leading apps. Plus, there’s Android TV 10 support for installing other apps.
Redmi’s new offering is not too dissimilar from what Xiaomi offers under its Mi brand. Two years ago, the company revealed a $766 65-inch 4K TV, whichhad comparable features for that time.
This isclassic Xiaomi strategyof flooding the market with similar models under various brands to sell as many units as possible. But it works because smart TVs from established brands such as Samsung or LG would cost more for the same size. So, if you want all the features on a budget, you’ll steer towards the Redmi TVs or similar offerings.
The Redmi Smart TV X series will be available on Xiaomi’s own site and Amazon on March 26. The 55-inch model costs ₹32,999 ($454), the 55-inch model costs ₹38,999 ($537), and the 65-inch model costs ₹57.999 ($799).
Story byIvan Mehta
Ivan covers Big Tech, India, policy, AI, security, platforms, and apps for TNW. That’s one heck of a mixed bag. He likes to say “Bleh.“Ivan covers Big Tech, India, policy, AI, security, platforms, and apps for TNW. That’s one heck of a mixed bag. He likes to say “Bleh.”
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