The Xiaomi Redmi line of smartphones is quite well known for its value-for-money proposition offering mid-range devices that are built for the masses. And one of the most popular Redmi smartphones is the
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro with Millions of units sold since it was launched in India in 2019.
With quite decent specs, a great pair of rear cameras, and a humongous battery, the Redmi Note 7 Pro was the budget king about 2 years ago. But is Redmi Note 7 Pro a good enough smartphone in 2022? And is it worth getting a refurbished one for yourself right now? Let’s find out.
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What Does Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro Offer?
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro features a 6.3 inches FHD IPS LCD display with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection on top of it to protect the display from minor scratches. Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 Octa-Core processor and Adreno 612 GPU, the Note 7 Pro is a decent device for gaming and was one of the few budget devices that could run PUBG Mobile at medium graphics settings.
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The device comes with 4/6GB of RAM and 64/128GB of internal storage and also features a micro-sd card slot with a hybrid SIM slot. Talking about the camera, the Note 7 Pro houses a 48-megapixel primary camera and was one of the few devices to start high-megapixel photography using pixel-binning technology in India. Along with this, there is also a 5-megapixel secondary depth sensor to capture bokeh shots. At the front, there is a 13-megapixel selfie camera as well.
To power the device the Note 7 Pro features a 4,000mAh battery which still holds good and can last through the day with medium usage. To charge the device there is an 18W power adapter that charges the device with the provided USB Type-C cable.
In terms of software, the device is running on MIUI 12 right now which is based on Android 10. And there is no confirmation that the device will be updated to Android 11 in near future or not.
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How does Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 compare to current mid-range devices?
In the last 2 years, since the Redmi Note 7 Pro was announced, the mid-range smartphone industry has completely changed. Now we have devices that might perform as well as the Redmi Note 7 Pro. But now come with some add-ons such as a better camera setup, high refresh rate display, bigger battery, fast charging, and a few more features.
To name a few devices in the mid-range smartphone segment, we have:
Realme Narzo 30 Pro: The device features a 6.5-inches Full HD+ display, MediaTek Dimensity 800U Processor, 6GB RAM, 64GB internal storage, 5,000mAh battery, 48-megapixel + 8-megapixel + 2-megapixel Rear Camera and 16-megapixel front camera. The device is priced at Rs. 17,500.
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Redmi Note 10 Pro: The device features a 6.43 inches FHD+ AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 processor, 6GB RAM, 128GB UFS 2.2 internal storage, 5,000mAh battery, 48-megapixel + 8-megapixel (Ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel Macro and Portrait camera and 13-megapixel front camera. The device is priced at Rs. 14,500.
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Is it a good idea to buy Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro Now?
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro is a 2-year-old device now and the device still holds good. The performance is decent and the cameras are quite capable too. Although there are quite good options available in the market right now, Redmi Note 7 Pro can still be a good option for first-time smartphone buyers.
The Note 7 Pro is 2 generations old and it is not possible to get the device as a brand new device from any store. But you can buy the device as a refurbished device and save quite a lot of money and get the device in less than half the original cost of the device.
Cashify offers quite a range of refurbished devices that are in excellent condition, certified products that go through a stringent quality check, and also come with a warranty. Buying refurbished products from Cashify is hassle-free and in case you are not satisfied with the product, there is a no-questions-asked return policy as well.
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How to buy Refurbished Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro?
Step 1: Visit Cashify’s Refurbished Online store to buy any second-hand smartphone.
Step 2: Search for a smartphone that you are looking to buy from the top search bar. Or browse through the categories and look for your favourite smartphone brand.
Step 3: Select the device that you would like to purchase, now select the colour variant and the storage/RAM variant.
Step 4: Now click on checkout and enter your shipping details and proceed to complete the payment process.
Step 5: The smartphone will be delivered in the next few days that shall come with a Xiaomi original box or freshly packed new PhonePro box along with an original or compatible PhonePro Charging Adapter & Cable.
You can also buy Pre-owned Refurbished Smartphones from Cashify Store and get your favourite smartphone at a discounted price.
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Click here if you’re looking to sell phone online, or want to recycle old phone, and Cashify will help you get the process completed right at your doorstep.
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