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Xiaomi Redmi Note 10: test / review
Published on: 03-03-2021 / Modified: 01-10-2023
Every year the launch of the new mid-range Redmi / Xiaomi smartphone is a big event and this smartphone line typically sells millions of copies in just a few days. Xiaomi has so far always managed to push the boundaries of what was possible to market in this price range a little more and I think this new Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 will be a hit.
Xiaomi has a large toolbox of components (photo sensor, CPU, GPU, battery, screen, ...) with which they play to create (or recompose) models at all price levels, this is sometimes done to the detriment of innovation, but in the end, this allows us to buy smartphones with an unbeatable price / quality ratio. What recipe will they use for the Redmi Note 10?
The Redmi Note 10 will be officially announced on March 4, 2021 to be marketed a week later. Rumors seem to indicate that the Redmi Note 10 will be equipped with an Amoled screen, this is the first time that Xiaomi has equipped a phone in this price range with a screen of this type. Amoled screens offer a much higher level of contrast than LCD screens, but that's not all because this screen will use a frequency of 120hz to ensure excellent fluidity of the image. The other big rumor concerns the camera. Xiaomi would use the 108 million pixel sensor already used in high-end models, this sensor is not new but it is one of the best on the market. This would allow the Redmi Note 10 (in its pro version) to become the best mid-range photo smartphone.
As with the other models of this type from Xiaomi, I will buy the phone blindly as soon as it is released and I would probably be one of the first to receive it as was also the case for the latest models in the Poco range.
Manufacturer web site:https://www.mi.comSite where I have bought the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10:
https://www.goboo.comStructure of my tests
I test the phones according to a pre-established structure (see below) to provide you with as much information as possible. Unfortunately, this takes a long time. Some tests like network performance tests take several days and for photo tests I sometimes have to wait until the weather is suitable to take pictures in good conditions. I am therefore obliged to publish the tests step by step, so I invite you to come back if the test is not complete at the time of your visit.
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Timeline
03/08/2021 I bought the Redmi Note 10 for 159 € in pre-order on Goboo.com. This is my first time buying from this site, it is an official Xiaomi reseller in Europe, so delivery times are shorter and the warranty is two years.
15 / 03/2021 I have received the Redmi Note 10, fast delivery, the test can start.
Why this phone?
I've been testing phones for a little over 2 years and the first phone that motivated me to do these tests was the Redmi Note 5 (which I still have!). Xiaomi had shaken the market codes by offering an ultra complete phone for an unbeatable price, the camera of the Redmi Note 5 was also one of the first to really offer good photos at Xiaomi.
I then bought the Redmi Note 7, Redmi Note 8, Redmi Note 8 Pro and Redmi Note 9, so I followed the evolution of the range quite well. I had been a little disappointed with the Redmi Note 9 which had not brought as many new features as the previous models.
I think the Redmi Note 10 will sell millions of copies because it takes good high-end ingredients like the Amoled screen or the 108 million pixel photo sensor to offer them at an ultra competitive price.
It is again a blind buy but the risk of being disappointed is quite low. So those who can't wait for my test to finish shouldn't take much risk either.
Unpacking
Xiaomi probably launches more phones than any other brand, so it's no wonder they're trying to cut costs by producing identical boxes for almost all of their phones. The box of the Redmi Note 10 is therefore no exception to the rule. It contains the phone, a transparent silicone protection, a manual, a charger and a USB cable.
I made a small video to illustrate the contents of the box:
First configuration
The configuration of the Redmi Note 10 follows exactly the same steps as the Redmi Note 10 Pro, this configuration seems to be common to all phones released under MIUI 12. This configuration procedure has been improved several times, I find it is enough simple to follow, you just have to be careful not to be fooled at the end of the course where Xiaom will try
Finish
The degree of finish of the Redmi range evolves from generation to generation but not always in a good way, the 9th generation went through a lower quality finish with soft plastic at the back. I could literally feel the components of the phone with my fingers pressing down a bit on the back. Xiaomi has made up for it very well with the Redmi Note 10 because although this phone still uses plastic on the back, this plastic is more rigid. The texture is also more sober than the previous generation, it's a matter of taste but I much prefer this Redmi Note 10. The plastic is still ubiquitous but it offers a good level of finish for this price range.
The camera is also much better integrated than on the Redmi Note 9, this is the first time that I have tested a Redmi Note of this type with such a well integrated camera. The block containing the photo sensors is not too large despite the presence of 4 sensors. The inscription "ultra premium" seems to confirm this desire to bring this phone to a higher level of finish.
What surprised me the most when I took the phone in hand for the first time it's his weight. In 2020, Xiaomi released many fairly heavy phones, often weighing more than 200 grams, the Redmi Note 10 weighs only 179 grams even though it has a 6.43-inch screen. The Redmi Note 10 is a little smaller and lighter than the previous model while keeping the battery of the same capacity.
The good surprises don't end there. The Redmi Note 10 Pro surprised me positively by the presence of two speakers producing stereo sound from two identical speakers located at both ends of the phone. The Redmi Note 10 uses the same basics, it is undoubtedly the only entry-level phone offering stereo sound! The Redmi Note 10 also uses the same audio chipset as the Redmi Note 10 Pro, so Xiaomi hits hard by delivering great sound in an entry-level phone.
The phone is also Equipped with an infrared port (like most Xiaomi phones), a SIM drawer that can accommodate two SIM cards and a memory card and a USB Type C port supporting 33W fast charging.
Just by taking a quick look at this phone, I can already tell that this phone is probably going to sell very well.
Specifications
The information below comes from the Device Info HW application. The application provides detailed technical information about the tested phone. I bought the Redmi Note 10 in its 4 GB / 64 Gb version (Onyx Gray color).
Here are the technical specifications from the phone:
By analyzing this information, I discovered the following information:
- the main photo sensor is a Sony IMX 582, this is the first time I have come across this sensor in the Redmi range. Xiaomi has used this camera before in the Xiaomi Mi A3 or in the Mi 9T which both produced excellent photos
- the sound chipset is the same as the Redmi Note 10 Pro, the audio test will confirm if the quality is also good
- the ultra wide angle sensor is a Sony IMX 355, it is the same sensor as on the Redmi Note 10 Pro, it is also a good surprise
- the radio interface is not the same as the Redmi Note 10 Pro, hope this will not result in degradation of the signal quality
- the screen is a 60hz screen unlike the rumors that circulated before its marketing
CPU / GPU Performance
The Redmi Note 10 is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 CPU, I have not yet tested this CPU on another phone, by the way I think the Redmi Note 10 is the first to use it. This type of CPU theoretically delivers almost 50% better performance than the previous model and if this is true, it will again be a very strong argument in favor of this new model.
The Redmi Note 10 is equipped with a Qualcomm Adreno 612 GPU, it is the same GPU as in the Samsung Galaxy A70 which was marketed at more than 300 € at the time. The Antutu test that will follow should confirm whether the Redmi Note 10 has received a big boost in performance.
Benchmark Antutu/3DMark
I got a score of 225,000 points with Antutu, I expected a higher performance but this score represents a performance increase of 20% compared to the previous generation. It is especially at the GPU level that the evolution is less important because at the CPU level, the Redmi Note 10 obtains a score very close to the Redmi Note 10 Pro. Regardless, this 20% increase in performance will allow the Redmi Note 10 to run most games (sometimes with a lower level of graphics) and everyday tasks will certainly not be a problem.
GamingTo test the performance in game, I download the mobile PUBG game and evaluate the in-game experience, graphics level and depth of vision. This game is quite demanding and should help you evaluating the performance of a phone.
Redmi Note 10 can run PUBG Mobile in HD and high texture level, same as Redmi Note 10 Pro. I didn't notice any slowdowns during the game, the textures loading is progressive but the depth of vision is important. The Redmi Note 10 is not a gaming-oriented phone but it will undoubtedly be able to satisfy a large majority of players.
Network performance
The Redmi Note 10 is compatible with most 4G frequencies in Europe, so you can use it anywhere, it is even compatible with the B28 700Mhz frequency that some operators use.
Signal 4G (before december 2020)The ability to pick up the network correctly is an essential element for a phone but it is only very rarely measured. To measure a phone's ability to pick up the network, I perform a large number of measurements on the same cells to be able to compare phones under similar conditions. The signal is measured in dBm, a value of -90dBm indicates a worse signal than -70dBm. These measurements are therefore taken under real conditions and not in a laboratory, they are not scientific but give a good indication of performance.
Signal 4G (from December 2020)I decided to change the methodology for measuring the network because I noticed that the configuration of the mobile network changes over time. This makes it more difficult to compare phones because the conditions are no longer exactly the same.
To overcome this problem, I set up a device that captures 24 hours a day about ten parameters from the mobile network (ex: cell id, rssi, rsrq, snr, frequency,...). I then place the phone next to the device for 24 to 48 hours taking the same measurements so that I can compare them.
Overview of the phones tested with this methodology
I made almost 1000 measurements in 4G to measure the signal sensitivity of this Redmi Note 10 and got a very good score. The Redmi range has never been very good in terms of 4G signal but this new generation is much better than all the previous ones. I started by testing the Redmi Note 10 pro which became the best phone in the ranking, the Redmi Note 10 also ranks very well.
Download/Upload speedTo test the download speed, I have identified some 4G cells offering good performance where I test all my devices several times to see what download and upload speed they can achieve.
Wifi performance
To test a phone's ability to receive the network properly, I take measurements near my router and then remotely (and always at the same place). This gives me an average in dBm where a value of -90 dBm indicates poorer performance than a value at -30 dBm.
Wifi signalThe Redmi Note 10 uses the same wifi chipset (wcn3990) as the Poco X3 and the Redmi Note 10 Pro. So I had to get similar results with the Redmi Note 10. For the nearby signal measurement, I get exactly the same score as the Poco X3, only the Redmi Note 10 Pro seems better with the same technical base. The Redmi Note 10 therefore ranks in the upper average in terms of wifi signal.
Download/Upload speedTo test the speed in Wifi, I connect to my router in 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz (if available) and use the Ookla application to measure the speed.
GPS performance
To test the quality of the GPS signal I use the Offline Maps application and I make the same train trip in pedestrian mode. Why? In pedestrian mode, the GPS does not artificially correct the signal to stick to the road, it has no markings, so you can see the actual position. I then use an application to measure the accuracy of the signal.
I obtained an accuracy level of 3 meters outdoors and in the open with the Redmi Note 10, it is an average result. This precision will drop from 1 to 2 meters in the covered area. In principle, this precision deviation can be compensated by a GPS application (eg Waze) which will compensate for the deviations by bringing the signal back to a known route.
Battery range
The Redmi Note 10 has a very bright screen and the battery test shows that when I push the brightness to 100%, the screen consumes almost 3 times more power than at 50%. The screen brightness is therefore clearly not linear
I charged the battery of the Redmi Note 10 in 194 minutes (0 to 100%), the charge is quite fast at first (especially in the first 20 percent) and then gradually slows down. It is especially after 80% that the charge is longer. Charging time is similar to what I've been able to test on other phones, it's a good performance but it's not the fastest phone. The screen is 100% very greedy, I went from 100% to 0% in just under 700 minutes. On the other hand at 50%, I get a good autonomy of a little more than 1700 minutes (= more than 28h!). I imagine you're not going to be using this phone around the clock and using maximum brightness so you should be able to last 2-4 days depending on your usage.
Photo camera test
To test the quality of photos produced by a phone, I do a technical test (resolution, sharpness, chromatic aberration,...) in studio (identical conditions) to evaluate the technical part objectively. From the second half of 2020, I built my own laboratory to take completely objective technical measurements. I then take pictures in real conditions to see how the camera performs. I then evaluate these photos according to my criteria but I publish the photos so that you can evaluate the result according to your criteria.
Hardware
The main sensor (48 Mpx) of the Redmi Note 10 is a Sony IMX 582. Xiaomi used to equip the Redmi range with Samsung sensors and they even pushed recycling so far that the last 3 models were equipped with the same sensor Samsung in 48 Mpx. The Redmi Note 10 will therefore break the cycle with a camera that has already proven itself on other phones. This Sony sensor is the same as the Xiaomi Mi A3 that I tested two years ago and had some very nice photos.
The ultra wide angle sensor is the same as the Redmi Note 10 Pro, I had had great results on this type of sensor as well, so I guess the results will be the same with the Redmi Note 10.
Default appThe default photo application of the Redmi Note 10 is overall very similar to what can be found in other Xiaomi phones. The basic functionalities are the same, the Redmi Note 10 however offers less advanced functionalities than the Redmi Note 10 Pro.
I made a small video with the different photo modes with each times a zoom on the quality of the photos. The screen flips when I switch to viewing mode but I couldn't avoid this toggle, it's the video capture application that behaves this way.
Photo quality
Photo test / studio Main sensor: Sony IMX 582 I have already tested this camera on another phone (Xiaomi Mi A3), so I am first went to see the photos I had taken at the time. The results were pretty good but with Xiaomi the optimization layer sometimes messes everything up, the previous model had a good sensor but the image optimization was very bad. Fortunately, this is not the case with the Redmi Note 10, Xiaomi made a good choice for the photo sensor but also made a good choice for optimizing photos. I took pictures in normal mode, I tested the pro mode, the 48 Mpx mode and the optimizations in HDR and AI. The photo used at the beginning of the paragraph was taken in normal mode with HDR and AI enabled.
I got good results from the first photo and without any form of optimization. The exposure time is good, the color saturation is good, the sharpness is good and all without the slightest effort! Pro mode is not necessary here to take good photos. The 48 Mpx mode on the other hand tends to underexpose the photos but this problem is often linked to exposure under artificial light, I have often encountered this problem with other phones and in daylight this problem disappears.
Secondary sensor: Sony IMX 355 The ultra wide angle sensor is also a Sony sensor and not surprisingly, the photo is a little more underexposed and the level of detail is less good. I almost always get this kind of result with ultra wide-angle sensors and here too these problems will probably be less noticeable in daylight.
Photo test / sunny Main sensor The main sensor of Redmi Note 10 is Sony IMX582 sensor, this sensor is not new, I tested it for the first time in August 2019 with the Xiaomi Mi A3 and I had found it to be quite good, here is a photo I took at the time:
As you can see, even 2 years later this Sony sensor is far from ridiculous. Xiaomi has also decided to use it for the new Poco X3 Pro as well as the Poco F3. So this sensor is capable of doing good things, I just wanted to see if Xiaomi had managed to improve its performance with all the aids present in today's phones.
The scenery is not as spectacular, I was in Scotland in 2019 but today we are all stuck at home because of the Covid. The photo is still quite interesting, it was taken at the end of the afternoon with grazing light. The first thing I notice with this photo is the very natural side of the colors, the colors are not too saturated as is often the case. The sharpness is also good, the trees in the background of the image are well detailed. The white clouds are correctly clipped without the effect being forced and the whites are not overexposed. There is a good dynamic between light areas and dark areas.
For this second photo, the sun was hidden by a big cloud and here too the dynamic between the light areas and the dark areas is quite good even if the dark areas could have been a little more illuminated. The sharpness is correct again and the colors are natural.
Ultra wide angle sensor The ultra wide angle sensor is also a Sony sensor (Sony IMX355) and I had the opportunity to test this sensor recently with the Redmi Note 10 Pro. Ultra wide-angle sensors often provide poorer photo quality than the main sensor. The biggest weakness of ultra wide angle sensors is the lack of light which results in darker photos but this problem is much less pronounced on this Sony IMX355.
This photo has dark areas and light areas and this is the kind of situation that ultra wide angle sensors don't like too much, yet the result is really good. The photo is not only well lit but the colors are natural and the level of detail is fine. Obviously the photo is of lower quality than with the main sensor but you really have to be careful to see the flaws. The clouds are for example overexposed and the outline is less clear, the tree trunk in the foreground is smoothed and loses detail, I also see chromatic aberration at the periphery.
I took this photo while the sun was hidden behind a big cloud, it is a more difficult situation for a sensor of this type but nevertheless, the Sony sensor is doing very well. The photo is darker, this is normal for a sensor of this type but the dark areas remain clearly visible, the sky a little overexposed, certain parts of the sky turn purple but these defects will undoubtedly be invisible for the most part smartphone users.
I took more photos in the same place alternating wide angle and ultra wide angle, I also used HDR and AI to cover as many cases as possible. HDR works well enough to uncover gray areas, AI tends to heavily saturate colors and this sometimes makes photos look artificial. The Redmi Note 10 offers much better photo quality than the Redmi Note 9 and Redmi Note 9T. In this price range, it is arguably the best photo sensor, it is also used in other more expensive phones. After a few disappointing models, Xiaomi is back in force with this new generation of Redmi which offers a successful cocktail at the photo level for an unbeatable price.
Photo test / cloudyNot yet available / tested
Test photo / nightNot yet available / tested
Video quality
Stabilisation In the price range of the Redmi Note 10, I have never seen effective video stabilization and even though the Redmi Note 10 outperforms most of its competition, video stabilization does not part of his strength. I have the impression that the shocks are slightly damped but we cannot speak of stabilization, the jolts caused by my steps are clearly visible. The lateral movements are on the other hand quite fluid, the focusing is fast and I do not see the pixels which are put back in place like on many entry-level phones.
Video normale conditions The Redmi Note 10 is capable of filming in 4k and 30 FPS and the Sony IMX 582 sensor does a good job here. Focusing is very fast, the phone finds where it needs to focus quickly, movements are smooth and exposure jumps are not visible. I took this video when the sun was behind a big cloud but the exposure level is quite good. Zoom is digital zoom, so its use results in a loss of detail, but even with maximum zoom, the video still offers a good level of detail.
Video low lightNot yet available / tested
Audio quality
To test the quality of the phone's audio output, I connect the device's audio output to a measuring tool, then play sounds on all frequencies and measure the differences between the original sound and the sound produced by the phone. In this way I measure the phone's ability to correctly reproduce all sounds.
Frequency ResponseThis test is intended to test the device's ability to correctly reproduce all frequencies. The white line in the middle of the graph is the ideal situation and the other colors come from tests on different phones. A deviation from the reference line indicates a deviation from the ideal situation. To see good sound at all frequencies, it is therefore necessary to get as close as possible to the reference line.
The Redmi Note 10 is able to reproduce most frequencies and it even does better than the Poco x3 which uses the same chipset. The differences are not very large but the Redmi Note 10 offers better sound reproduction at low frequencies where it is a little worse at high frequencies but again the differences are minimal. I got similar results with the Redmi Note 10 Pro except that there the volume was higher.
Dynamic RangeThis test is designed to test a phone's ability to play sounds at different volume levels. Here too, the phones must be as close as possible to the reference.
The curves of the Redmi Note 10 and Poco X3 almost merge on all frequencies because they offer a very similar performance, here too this result is really good for this price range. I get better results in the high end but for a price 3 or 4 times lower, the sound is not 3 or 4 times worse.
Noise LevelThis test aims to identify if the device under test is able to reproduce sounds without too much noise. A high score indicates a low parasite rate, a lower score indicates a higher presence of parasites.
I did not notice any interference problem with the Redmi Note 10, the sound performance is generally good. Even the sound from the speakers quickly comes to a pronounced distortion, this is not the case with headphones where the distortion at high volume is well controlled.
Screen quality
To test the screen, I use a colorimetric probe that measures the color accuracy of a screen, as well as other parameters to see if a screen is able to correctly reproduce an image. I also test the brightness level to determine if the screen will be able to display an image in full sunlight.
Colorimetry Xiaomi generally uses good screens in their phones, in any case I have never tested a bad screen with this brand. In this price range, the phones are equipped with an LCD screen, this is not in itself a problem because these screens are able to deliver a good image but their main drawback comes from the contrasts. Blacks are never really black on an LCD screen and this affects how photos look. Xiaomi has once again decided to shake up the market by equipping the Redmi Note 10 with an Amoled display. What does that mean? Amoled screens offer almost infinite contrast, blacks are really black, so the picture quality is significantly better. Amoled screens are generally available from mid-range, so this is the first time I have seen a good Amoled screen under € 200.
As usual the setting by The default for the colors at Xiaomi is not the right one, you have to choose the standard mode to obtain correct colors. So I tested the screen in standard mode and got a dE of 1.23, this score is simply exceptional and not just for an entry level device. Xiaomi has not only democratized access to Amoled screens but in addition they have done so by offering a very good color screen.
Brightness / ContrastThe contrast of an Amoled screen is almost infinite, which means that when the screen should display black, you will have the impression that the screen is turned off. The images on the screen will give a much greater sense of depth than an LCD screen.
You will understand, this screen is superb and that's not all, the brightness is exceptional. I measured a brightness of 432 cd / m² in normal mode, this level of brightness is not exceptional but it is still a good result. I then tested the "sun" mode which allows to increase the brightness according to the ambient brightness and there I obtained 726 cd / m². It is quite simply the brightest screen I have tested so far.
In this price range, Xiaomi therefore offers quite simply the best screen!
Biometry
The chassis of the Redmi Note 10 is designed on the same basis as the Poco X3 or the Redmi Note 10 Pro even if the size is not quite the same. The fingerprint sensor is placed on the ignition button and it works very well (as on the other two phones mentioned). Manufacturers have really tried everything in recent years from a sensor on the back, a sensor in the screen and now a sensor on the side. Before I clearly preferred the sensor on the back, but now I prefer this side sensor because it is well positioned and it reacts quickly.
Operating system
The Redmi Note 10 is equipped with MIUI 12 which runs Android 11, so it benefits from all the novelties of Xiaomi and Google at the same time, in this price bracket it is not common either. This latest version of MIUI 12 is really successful, I don't find many flaws in it apart from the usual complaints about the large number of options. I noticed a difference in the dark mode of the Redmi Note 10 where the app drawer applied the dark mode to the text but not to the bottom of the screen, so the readability is not very good, this problem has not been updated on other sites so I'm going to put it on bad luck, it's probably a bug that will disappear with the next update.
Encoutered bugs
Not yet available / tested
Accessories Xiaomi Redmi Note 10
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Test / Review conclusion
I had been a little disappointed by the Redmi Note 9, the Redmi Note 10 on the other hand very largely corrected the defects of its predecessor and it even allows itself to rank at the top of my ranking when its price is less than 200 €. The Redmi Note 10 isn't the best in any category but it scores well for every criterion in my test, so it's a really good entry-level phone that will suit a very wide audience. It performs well, has good battery life, has a good screen, produces good sound, and is able to take good quality photos in its price category. Xiaomi has settled in the price segment between 100 and 200 € with the Redmi Note 10 and the Poco X3 Pro, these two phones have hardly any direct competition. If you prefer performance, you have to go for the Poco but for the rest, the Redmi will do very well.
The Redmi Note 10 is one of the first phones to offer an amoled screen for less than 200 € and since the screen is the most used part of a phone, having a good screen is an essential starting point in choosing a phone. The other essential element of a phone is the battery and with its 5000 mAh, you have a reservoir of energy to last several days in normal use and if you need to quickly recharge a few percent, the 33W of fast charging will quickly help you out.
So yes, we can probably regret the absence of 5G or a 120hz screen or a more recent camera, it exists but it is simply more expensive. In the middle of 2021, the kings of the 100 to 200 € segment are the Redmi Note 10 and Poco X3.
Strengths - amoled screen and excellent colorimetry
- good battery life (especially at 50% brightness)
- price / performance ratio
- only 179 grams (Xiaomi usually produces much heavier phones )
- good sensitivity to 4G network
- good quality stereo sound
Weaknesses The Redmi Note 10 does not really have a fault compared to its price. It could have had 5G, NFC or a newer camera but the price / quality ratio is already very attractive, Xiaomi must therefore keep a little under its feet for the next models.
Alternatives to this productThe phone closest to the Redmi Note 10 is the Poco X3 (Pro version if the price drops) which offers more performance but an IPS screen and more weight.
LAURENT WILLEN
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I tested the Lankeleisi RV800 Plus with my usual test structure to help you determine if this bike is right for your needs and expectations.
Philips is launching into UST 4k laser projectors with this Screeneo U5 through crowdfunding. It smells like a good deal!
The Lankeleisi X3000 Max is a thick brute, it will propel you to almost 50 km/h with its two 1000W motors and its torque of 90 Nm. Hang in there!
I haven't tested an entry-level Samsung in a few years due to a lack of time, but now I'm going to get back to it with the A25 and compare it with its Chinese rivals.
POCO has brought out the heavy artillery to tickle the top of the range of other brands... power, elegance and a new camera. A success or a damp squib?
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With a name like that, you'd expect something strong. The Kospet Tank T3 Ultra is a good looking robust smartwatch with tons of features.
Prices are going up for everything, but up until now Redmi has always managed to sell its entry-level models for around €200, without any great innovation. Is this still the case?
I had tested the first Mogo and I was amazed by the capacity of this small battery projector, 2 years later here is its successor. Will it be able to do better?
The Redmi Note 13 Pro raises the bar with even more performance, a great screen and a 200-megapixel photo sensor. Just marketing or a real bargain?
On paper, the Viewsonic X2 4k projector has all the qualities you could wish for: it's bright, it has good contrast and it's great for gaming. What does it lack?
Kospet has come a long way since I started testing watches from this brand, and this time it's in terms of finish that Kospet is making a leap forward.
Contrast, light, colour... the Optoma UHD38x has all the qualities needed to become your next video projector. Discover its strengths and weaknesses.
Portable projectors are all the rage, but success stories are few and far between. The Formovie S5 paved the way for success, and this Dangbei Atom could well follow in its footsteps.
I started my adventure in the world of projectors with Xgimi with the H1, I will now test my 4th Xgimi projector with the Horizon (and the comparison with the Pro)
The XGIMI Halo+ looks like an XGIMI Horizon cut in half but fortunately the quality and functionality has not been split in two.
The Urtopia should reconcile geeks with cycling. This bike is a connected electric bike made entirely of carbon fibre. Futuristic look, connected bike, ...it speaks to me!
POCO's X range has always been synonymous with performance at a low price, and the POCO X6 further strengthens this position by offering even more power for a very wide audience.
The Thundeal TDA6 is an LCD projector that I bought for less than €200. Can it compete with the mid-range DLP?
The XGIMI Horizon range has been around for 2 years and the competition has had time to react, but this new XGIMI Horizon Ultra will set the record straight.
Fed up with ads on the internet? I have a simple solution that's more effective than Adblock, which blocks ads and provides parental control.
The Lefant F1 is small and agile but has no reason to be ashamed of the competition, it has a great suction power, uses two brushes and has a 600ml tank. Small but strong!
The Lefant M210P is the third vacuum cleaner of this brand that I tested, it is an entry-level robot with a somewhat military design.
I didn't know Unihertz until 6 months ago, I was pleasantly surprised by the first model I tested, will the Luna manage to surprise me too?
This new POCO is the 17th phone of this brand that I test, so I have a lot of time to evaluate if this new model is worth the trouble.
The T range goes up a notch and tickles the top of the range of other brands. It has a 108 million pixel camera and an amoled screen.
After having tested the entry-level Wanbo T6 Max, it's now the turn of the Wanbo T6 Max which delivers 1080p in an ultra portable format.
I really enjoyed the first Nebula projector I bought, so I couldn't resist testing another one with a 4k laser.
The Poco F4 GT is a supercharged smartphone designed to meet the demands of hard core gamers or those who simply want the best performance.
This is the third Wanbo projector I have tested and the brand is getting better with each model, offering more and more for a lower price.
I was tempted by this Fengmi because on paper it offers a unique experience in this price range with 4k, superb sound and a 240hz frequency.
I had not yet tested a projector from this brand and for this first time I will immediately look at the top of the range. Can it compete with the Xiaomi Laser Cinema 2?
I had not yet had the opportunity to test a Wemax brand projector but I filled this gap with the Wemax Nova 4k
Do you want to survive a zombie invasion or just survive in the jungle with a smartphone? I think I have just the thing for you!
Whether you're very clumsy or you do something where you can damage your watch, Kospet has a solution with the second version of its Tank watch.
A new Pixel at an affordable price, it's possible! The Pixel 6a is a mid-range device with all the qualities of the top of the range.
Xiaomi don't just sell phones, they also produce good projectors and this Mi Smart Compact is arguably one of the best entry-level 1080p projectors.
The Redmi Note Pro range has always been characterized by good performance and good pictures, the Redmi Note 10 Pro will hit even harder with an Amoled display and a 108 million pixel photo sensor!
After a somewhat disappointing Redmi Note 9, Xiaomi is back in force with a very promising Redmi Note 10 that will probably once again shake up the competition.
After the Ulefone Armor and the Doogee S58 Pro, I decided to test a third rugged phone with the Umidigi Bison. On paper it offers a very good performance/price ratio. Will this new Umidigi outperform its competitors?
Poco woke up in 2020, after the F2 Pro and the X3, here is the M3 which comes to attack the entry level with a floor price that will undoubtedly shake up the smartphone market.
Major brands like Google or Xiaomi have all launched their own brand of surveillance cameras, Amazon is now doing the same with Blink and offers free cloud and a 2-year autonomy.
The Tank range at Kospet focused on robustness and not aesthetics. The Kospet Tank S1 reverses the idea a bit by aiming for aesthetics before robustness.
Looking for a simple, inexpensive laptop? The KUU Xbook 3 is available for around €200 only, and will meet most everyday needs.
The Bezior X1500 is a high-bar electric mountain bike that's just waiting to be challenged on rough terrain. Can you tame it?
The tablet world is dominated by Apple and Samsung but some Chinese brands like Chuwi or Teclast manage to produce interesting tablets for a much more affordable price.
After testing a first rugged watch (Kospet Rock), I will test the Kospet Tank M1 which fully assumes its rugged side.
I've been testing the Redmi range since the Redmi 5 and this brand has established itself as the king of the entry level, will the Redmi Note 11 follow the same path?
The Redmi Note 11 Pro is moving towards a more premium format but with elements of the previous model. Will it still stand up to the competition?
The Blitzwolf VT 2 is a real portable projector, it's tiny and runs on a battery, the ideal candidate to take your movies and series on holiday with you.
Blitzwolf produces entry level projectors with a sometimes military design, this BW V2 seems to start a change towards a higher range.
Some people don't know the crisis by buying iPhones at more than 1000€, for the others Redmi offers a phone at around 100€.
I have bought almost all the POCO M range and I thought that the brand had not innovated much these last months. Will the M5 change this?
The POCO X5 5G is a master buy in the mid-range, it knows how to do everything or almost everything while limiting the budget.
This is the first time I test a projector from this brand while it has been around for quite some time. Nice discovery or complete flop?
I gave myself a little digital detox by testing a rather unique mechanical watch and I share my impressions with you.
Every year I test the new version of the Xiaomi Mi XX Lite, I have started my tests with the Mi 8 Lite and with each iteration Xiaomi takes the level a little higher but how far can they go?
I am not used to testing vacuum cleaners but the Dreame T20 had titillated my curiosity and was offered at a competitive price on Indiegogo. This will be the first time one of my tests will help me with household chores.
The Poco X3 Pro takes the fundamentals of the Poco X3 (which was a good phone) by offering 50% more performance for a more or less equivalent price. It thus becomes the king of performance in the mid-range.
The Poco family with a new generation of the F series but with a focus on performance instead of photography. The Poco F3 offers unmatched power in this price segment, gamers will be delighted.
After a first positive experience with the Doogee brand, I decided to buy a second one with this S96 Pro which seems to offer an interesting performance/quality/price ratio.
Poco is back with a supercharged entry-level device and this Poco M4 Pro is sure to be a top performer at under £200
I wanted to test the Google Pixel 5 for a long time, especially for the photo. I found it too expensive so I bought it second hand.
The Poco X4 Pro is the second phone in the Poco X Pro range, the first one was a success, will this second model follow the same path?
After the Note 11, Note 11 Pro, here is a third version of the "11" generation with a Pro+ 5G which is an 11 Pro with more power.
Poco continues to reach for the moon with ever more powerful phones, but fortunately the phone's qualities don't stop there.
This OnePlus is the second phone of this brand that I test, the first one didn't impress me but this one has some strong arguments to make me change my mind.
I usually test entry or mid-range projectors but this time I broke my piggy bank to test the top of the top with this Xiaomi Laser Cinema 2
The XGIMI Elfin is a portable 1080p projector that theoretically combines all the qualities of a normal projector, will this Elfin be another success?
Generation after generation, Xiaomi manages to beef up its entry-level phones to the point where they tickle the mid-range models.
Xiaomi is manufacturing all kinds of products and after the phones, Xiaomi has released some good projectors with the same strategy to offer a good product for a price lower than the competition.
This BenQ projector is a 1080p lamp projector designed for gamers and sold at an affordable price, it's also the first BenQ I've tested.
With a GPS tracker you can track your vehicles or people on a map as in the movies but what is this type of object really worth?
The Mogo Pro is my second projector from XGIMI, it is one of the first portable projectors in 1080, will it succeed in establishing itself as a reference on the market?
The Nvidia Shield TV is the king of all Android TV devices, it litterally chews anything you throw at it (local video, streaming, games, music,...). It's also one of the most expensive product, is it worth the money?
A 4k projector below 1000€? It's a first, I had to test it. Will it compare with the other projectors I've tested?
For a long time laser projectors were out of price and it is again Xiaomi who breaks the prices with a very interesting machine but which will not be adapted to all types of use.
The Doogee S58 Pro is in a class of phone that I am not used to testing, this phone is designed to be shock resistant and you could almost knock someone out because it is so heavy.
I had not yet tested an electric toothbrush on my blog because I did not see the interest, the Oclean X Pro Elite has shown that a toothbrush could be an interesting product!
I haven't tested any OnePlus phone yet because they were too expensive, but with the N100, OnePlus is getting into a more affordable price range, so I had to test it.
The Xiaomi machine continues to produce more models than any other brand and this Redmi Note 10s comes in between the Redmi Note 10 and Redmi Note 10 Pro
I haven't tested a Realme in a while but I couldn't miss the opportunity to test this new Realme GT. The power of this phone will allow it to compete with the most powerful phones on the market for a lower price.
For less than £200 the little Lefant M210s will fit almost anywhere under your furniture and suck up most of the dust. It's not as powerful as a Yeedi but it's definitely cheaper.
The iiiF150 R2022 is positioned as a rugged phone with a very military design. This phone clearly departs from the usual standards to assume an almost brutal identity.
Xiaomi hasn't released any tablets for a few years, but the brand is back on the scene with the Mi Pad 5, which has the iPad in its sights.
Umidigi made a great entry into the world of rugged smartphones with the Umidigi Bison, they are now back with the Pro version with a better finish and more power.
The Yeedi Vac 2 Pro is a vacuum at the crossroads between a vacuum and a cleaner, it uses a vibration system to make cleaning more efficient without sacrificing suction power.
I had not tested any phone of this type for a few months and I decided to test this one because its price positioning will undoubtedly make it interesting for a very large public.
The Mi Band is back with this 7th version which clearly stands out from previous generations without seeing the price soar.
The F range represents the top of the range at Poco and this range is often synonymous with power, design and innovation. Is this still the case with the F4?
I didn't know the TCL brand before testing the TCL 10 Pro, I was positively surprised by the high level of finish but does the rest hold up?
There may be nothing very exciting about testing a toothbrush, but when it's very effective, it becomes immediately more interesting!
I haven't tested a laser projector in a long time and this JMGO U2 has everything on paper to outperform anything I've tested...in theory anyway!
The Mibro Watch X1 is an entry-level watch with a nice amoled screen and an above-average battery life. Should you buy it?
Are you tired of having to use several chargers and wait a long time to charge your devices? I may have a solution for you with this 100W fast charger!
Who said that entry level was not interesting? For 150€ the TCL SE is not a performance machine but it has a lot of other assets to offer.
After a first version in 5G, the Poco M4 Pro comes back in 4G version with a better screen, a better camera and more memory.
The Oclean X10 is a premium toothbrush with efficient brushing and a simplified (no app) approach to brush setup.
Want to take your music everywhere with you? The 120W Blitzwolf speaker should appeal to a very wide audience (except maybe those you're going to disturb with the noise).
I was looking for a replacement for my Surface Pro 2 and I think I found a good alternative with the KUU Lebook Pro with its 2 in 1 pc/tablet concept.
Looking for noise cancelling headphones? I may have just what you need! The UGREEN HiTune X6 offer 35 dB of noise reduction without loss of quality.
I usually test mid-range projectors but I sometimes make exceptions towards the entry level when the product seems worth it. With the Wanbo X1, no need to break the bank but is the picture good?
After the launch of the Mi Band bracelets, Xiaomi now also markets watches with the Mi Watch brand. Will Xiaomi succeed in conquering the market as it did with its smartphones?
I diversified at the end of 2020 by testing connected objects for the home and it's a good way to combine the useful with the pleasant. This time I'm tackling a connected vacuum cleaner / mopping robot.
After the huge success of the Poco M3 at the end of 2020, Poco launches the PRO version with a performance/price ratio that will again shake up the market of smartphones under 200€.
Blitzwolf manages to produce low cost projectors that are capable of good image quality but you have to be able to accept other flaws, will this VP13 do better than the previous Blitzwolf I tested?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s is a competitor to the Redmi range but will it be able to outperform the value champion?
I don't often test Samsung devices as many others already do but I wanted to make an exception on the Galaxy A52 which will probably generate a lot of sales.
Xiaomi really does market all sorts of products, I have tested many of their smartphones but I was curious to see if they were able to produce a good hoover.
Don't like flossing? There is a more practical and equally effective solution with the Oclean W10 dental cleaner
Blitzwolf is a Chinese brand that sells all kinds of products including low-cost projectors, I chose their latest model to see what it's worth.
I haven't tested any tablets for my blog yet but this new iPad clone was very interesting, so I thought it might be a good opportunity to test this kind of product.
I bought the Dreame T20 in crowdfunding and I was really happy with my purchase, I thought I should continue and I will now test the Dreame T30.
I'm not used to testing phones in this price range but on paper the Poco F2 Pro can take on a Samsung Galaxy S20 without blushing. What about in reality?
The Redmi 2020 vintage has arrived. The Redmi has grown and gained weight to offer a bigger screen and better battery. Will it be enough to face the growing competition?
I tested the Mi 9T Pro in 2019 and concluded that it was one of the best phones in its price range. The Mi 10T Pro costs an extra €200 at launch, so I had to break my piggy bank to buy it. Will it do better than its predecessor?
Xiaomi has just scrambled things up again with the Redmi Note 9T which comes in a little bit above the Poco X3 with some new features and a bit of old things.
Xiaomi has managed to blur the lines even more by adding the Mi Note range to its catalogue with this Lite version of the Mi Note 10 released at the end of 2019.
Redmi is tackling the price bracket below €100 with a smartphone that seems to stand up to the competition. Is this really a good deal?
Redmi is attacking the price range below €100 with a smartphone with reasonable specifications. Is this really a good deal?
The Amazfit Bip U is the third Amazfit watch I've tested this year, it's also the cheapest. However, I will apply the same test protocol to see what it is worth compared to other watches.
I don't often test the top end, but I sometimes make a few exceptions to get an idea of what's going on in this segment. This time, my victim is the S20.
Your wifi signal is not good? Maybe you need a repeater/amplifier to get a better range and a better wifi signal.
Xgimi H1 is a new chinese video projector coming from crowd funding. Is it any good? Let's check.
Huami is one of the largest manufacturers of smartwatches, I tested the Amazfit GTS, which offers many features for sports enthusiasts without having to break the piggy bank.
Sonic Soak is a new gadget cleaning almost everything with ultrasound, does it deliver its promise ? Let's check out!
The Samsung Galaxy S10 has it all, it doesn't lack anything (except you maybe). At this price level, we expect the best, but how different is it from the competition?
Amazon has successfully packaged a lot in its Fire TV stick. This small object will transform your TV or projector experience. On paper, nothing beats the Stick but what is it worth in reality?
Amazon has successfully packaged a condensed technology in its Fire TV stick. This small object will transform your TV or projector experience. On paper, nothing is done better. What is the reality?
J'ai testé un mini pc de 12 cm de côté, totalement silencieux, consommant 25W max et suffisamment performant pour la bureautique et home cinéma.
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