Xiaomi Redmi 6
The Xiaomi Redmi 6 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2018).
2018 · Lower-mid-range · Android 8.1 (Oreo)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.45" · 147.5 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm (5.81 x 2.81 x 0.33 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
RAM3GB | 4GB
Storage32GB | 64GB
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓5.45" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 146g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
OS
Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9, MIUI 12
RAM
3GB | 4GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
295 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
146g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
147.5 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm (5.81 x 2.81 x 0.33 in)
Build
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Black, Grey, Blue, Gold, Rose Gold
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Xiaomi Redmi 6 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE.
No, the Xiaomi Redmi 6 does not have NFC.
Yes, the Xiaomi Redmi 6 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The Xiaomi Redmi 6 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the Xiaomi Redmi 6 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Xiaomi Redmi 6 ships with Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9, MIUI 12.
The Xiaomi Redmi 6 uses microUSB 2.0, OTG.
The Xiaomi Redmi 6 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct.
The Xiaomi Redmi 6 has 4.2, A2DP, LE.
