Xiaomi became the first OEM to commercially debut a phone with the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 768G SoC when it unveiled the Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition. The device has the same design as the regular Redmi K30, but with improved performance. Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition price starts at $282, making it a better deal when compared to the K30 (6/64GB).
Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition specs Highlights
- 6.67-inch IPS LCD
- 120Hz refresh rate
- HDR10
- Corning Gorilla Glass 5
- Snapdragon 768G processor
- 64MP + 8MP + 5MP + 2MP rear camera
- Dual 20MP + 2MP front camera
- 8GB 256GB memory combo
- 4500mAh battery
- 30W fast charging
- Android 10 ( MIUI 11)
- Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition price: $282
Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition specs
The Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition boasts of so many great features, which include the symmetrical design. The device is available in five color options that include the Mint variant. It complements the simple design that has at the back just the Quad-camera on a circular plate. The device uses an oval punch hole for the selfie snapper while the fingerprint is mounted on the side. Meanwhile, the body is made of glass ( Gorilla Glass 5), while the frame is designed with aluminum.
Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition display
Better experience, especially for gamers as the screen supports HDR10 and 120Hz refresh rate, for improved screen performance. Under the light, the device can reach up to 450nit brightness and still maintain accurate details, thanks to the Ambient light sensor and the smooth brightness adjustment. The 20:9 aspect ratio panel, meanwhile, is protected with a Corning Gorilla Glass 5, which is also resistant to scratch.
Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition performance
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 768G SoC running the Redmi K30 5G racing Edition has a 14% improvement over the predecessor – SD 765G. Both SoC makes use of Adreno 620 GPU, but the speed of SD 768G improved by about 25%. With that, the Redmi K30 Racing Edition, just as the name suggests, offers speedier performance and high-level multitasking as well.
Outside-of-the-box, the device runs Android 10 based on MIUI 11. It will be among the early adopters of the MIUI 12 come June, and you can follow this link to learn more about the new MIUI 12 custom Android skin.
Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition camera
There to turn you into a pro photographer is a primary 64MP lens. The sensor uses pixel binning to output clear and detailed shots using 1.6um pixels. Completing the Quad setup at the back is an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens for group and landscape shots, while the 5MP and 2MP sensors take close up shots and portraits. The fifth and sixth lens is the dual selfie snapper integrated inside the front notch. It’s a 20MP wide lens and a 2MP shooter for portraits.
Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition battery
The 120Hz refresh rate screen is already a power demanding monster, among other features, but there’s a 4500mAh battery to that effect. The device supports 30W fast charging, which will deliver a fully charged battery in 57 minutes. Meanwhile, you will get a 50% battery in 30 minutes, enough battery to last you through the day.
Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition price and availability
Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition price starts at $282. The device is available in China only for now, in colors of Mint, Blue, Red, Purple, White. To place an order, follow this link and get yourself a deal.
Full Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition specs
General | |
Model | Redmi K30 5G Racing Edition |
Released | May 2020. |
Sim Quantity | 2 |
Sim Type | Nano (Hybrid) |
Hardware | |
OS | Android 10 ( MIUI 11) |
Chipset | Snapdragon 768G |
GPU | Adreno 620 |
Memory | |
RAM | 8GB |
ROM | 128 |
External | No |
Sensor | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, barometer, compass, side mounted fingerprint scanner |
Display | |
Type | IPS LCD capacitive touch screen |
Size | 6.67inches (90.7% screen to body ratio) |
Resolution | 2400 x 1080px 20:9 aspect ratio |
Protection | 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
Pixel density | 395PPI |
Color | 16m |
Camera | |
Rear |
64MP (f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 0.8µm, PDAF) 8MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultra wide), 1/4″,1.12µm 5MP, f/2.4, 1.75µm (macro), 1/5” 2MP, f/2.4, 1.75µm, 1/5” depth sensor |
Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
Video | 2160p@30fps, 1080p@30/120fps, 720p@960fps |
Front | 20MP + 2MP |
Features | HDR |
Video | 1080p@30fps |
Connectivity | |
GPS | Dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS |
Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
Radio | Yes |
USB | 1.0 type-C |
NFC | Yes & infrared |
WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11, a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, Hotspot |
Sound | |
Loudspeaker | Yes |
Headphone jack | Yes |
Battery | Non-removable Li-Po 4500mAh |
Fast charge |
30W (Quick Charge 4+) |
Body | |
Dimension | 165.3 x 76.6 x 8.8mm |
Weight | 208g |
Colors | Blue, Purple, Red, White, Mint |
Network | |
2G bands |
850/900/1800/1900 |
3G bands | 850/ 900/ 1900/ 2100 |
4G bands 5G bands |
2100/ 1800/ 850/ 2600/ 900/ 800/ 2500 and 3500; SA/NSA/ Sub6 |
Speed | LTE-A Cat / 5G ( 2.5Gbps Down Link) |
Xiaomi K30 Racing Edition price | $282 |
Order | Here |