Redmi Note 15 Pro and Pro+ Launched in China with Satellite Messaging, Triple Cameras

Abhi Soni
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Beijing, August 22, 2025 – As promised, Xiaomi today unveiled the Redmi Note 15 Pro and Redmi Note 15 Pro+ smartphones in China, expanding its popular Note series. Both devices feature large 6.83-inch OLED displays with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3200 nits brightness, protected by Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass, aimed at delivering flagship-level durability and visuals at a mid-range price point.

Performance and Chipsets

The two models differ in performance hardware:

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Redmi Note 15 Pro
  • Redmi Note 15 Pro is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7400-Ultra SoC, paired with the Sony LYT-600 main sensor.
  • Redmi Note 15 Pro+ debuts as the first smartphone with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 SoC, combined with a unique ice-sealed circulating cooling pump, featuring a 5200mm² ultra-large cooling area with triple the thermal conductivity, plus Pascal T1S signal enhancement chip.

Camera Systems

The Note 15 Pro and Pro+ come with advanced imaging capabilities tailored for photography enthusiasts:

  • Redmi Note 15 Pro: Triple camera setup with 50MP Sony LYT-600 sensor8MP ultra-wide, and 2MP macro camera.
  • Redmi Note 15 Pro+: Triple camera setup boasting a 50MP Light Fusion 800 primary sensor with OIS, a 50MP 2.5X telephoto sensor, and 8MP ultra-wide camera.
Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus

Front cameras differ as well:

  • Note 15 Pro20MP selfie camera.
  • Note 15 Pro+32MP selfie camera.

Both devices support 4K video recording.

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Battery and Charging

Both smartphones offer a massive 7000mAh battery with notable differences in charging speeds:

  • Note 15 Pro+90W fast charging + 22.5W reverse charging.
  • Note 15 Pro45W fast charging + 22.5W reverse charging.

Durability and Build

Xiaomi has emphasized ruggedness in the Note 15 Pro series. Both smartphones carry IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K certifications, making them resistant to dust, high-pressure water jets, and even prolonged exposure. The company confirmed that the devices include 17 customized airtight components for enhanced durability and have passed the TÜV SÜD five-star long-term waterproof certification.

Additionally, the Note 15 Pro series uses an ultra-tough fiberglass back panel, tested by surviving 50 drops from a 2-meter height onto granite, earning the Gold Label Five-Star dual certification.

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Audio, Software & Connectivity

  • Symmetrical dual speakers with Dolby Atmos, delivering 400% louder sound.
  • Android 15 with Xiaomi HyperOS 2.
  • In-display fingerprint sensor & infrared sensor.
  • Connectivity: 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, GPS + GLONASS, USB Type-C audio.

A special Redmi Note 15 Pro+ Satellite Messaging Edition has also been launched — the first Redmi device with Beidou satellite messaging support, enabling emergency text communication without a network.

Pricing and Availability

The Redmi Note 15 Pro series is already available in China, with an introductory discount of 100 yuan during the first sale.

Redmi Note 15 Pro
  • Redmi Note 15 Pro:
    • 8GB+256GB – 1499 yuan (USD 208 / ₹18,225 approx.)
    • 12GB+256GB – 1699 yuan (USD 236 / ₹20,660 approx.)
    • 12GB+512GB – 1899 yuan (USD 264 / ₹23,090 approx.)
  • Redmi Note 15 Pro+:
    • 12GB+256GB – 1999 yuan (USD 278 / ₹24,310 approx.)
    • 12GB+512GB – 2199 yuan (USD 306 / ₹26,740 approx.)
    • 16GB+512GB – 2399 yuan (USD 334 / ₹29,175 approx.)
    • 16GB+512GB Satellite Edition – 2499 yuan (USD 348 / ₹30,390 approx.)
Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus

Both phones come in Midnight Black, Cedar White, Sky Blue, and Cloud Purple color options.

With flagship-like features such as 6.83″ OLED HDR display, 7000mAh battery, powerful Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 and Dimensity chipsets, rugged IP69 durability, and satellite messaging support, the Redmi Note 15 Pro and Pro+ raise the bar for durability and performance in the mid-premium smartphone segment.

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