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Xiaomi Redmi 1S phone review — specs and Genze score

Xiaomi Redmi 1S Specifications

Also known as Xiaomi Hongmi 1S

Xiaomi

Released 2014, May 15

1 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8228 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)

  • 158g, 9.9mm thickness
  • Android 4.3, up to 4.4.4, MIUI 9.2
  • 8GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 3.5
Display 5.3
Performance 3.7
Camera 5.1
Body 5.2
Gaming 4.4
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Genze total: 4.6/10

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Quick specifications

4.7"

720x1280 pixels

8MP

1080p

1GB RAM

Snapdragon 400

2000mAh

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4.6 /10
Performance 3.7/10
Battery 3.5/10
Display 5.3/10
Camera 5.1/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 4.4/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.60 GHz BT 4.0 2014

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 900 / 2100
Speed HSPA
Announced 2014, May. Released 2014, May
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 137 x 69 x 9.9 mm (5.39 x 2.72 x 0.39 in)
Weight 158 g (5.57 oz)
Build Glass front (Asahi Dragontrail), plastic back, plastic frame
SIM Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Type IPS LCD
Size 4.7 inches, 60.9 cm2 (~64.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~312 ppi density)
Protection Asahi Dragontrail Glass
OS Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.4 (KitKat), MIUI 9.2
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8228 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPU Quad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU Adreno 305
Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 8GB 1GB RAM
??? eMMC 4.5
Single 8 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.2", 1.4??m, AF
Features LED flash, HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 1.6 MP
Video 720p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC No
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0, OTG
Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Colors Black, Chinese Red, Metallic Gray/ blue, green, yellow panels
Models 2014011
Price About 90 EUR
Performance Basemark OS II 2.0: 454
Display Contrast ratio: 1370 (nominal), 1.350 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 66dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 71dB
Audio quality Noise -95.4dB / Crosstalk -82.3dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 51h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Xiaomi Redmi 1S worth buying in 2026?

Xiaomi Redmi 1S is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.6/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

What is the battery capacity of Xiaomi Redmi 1S?

Xiaomi Redmi 1S has a 2,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Xiaomi Redmi 1S have?

Xiaomi Redmi 1S features a 4.70-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Xiaomi Redmi 1S have?

Xiaomi Redmi 1S is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Xiaomi Redmi 1S?

Genze rates Xiaomi Redmi 1S 4.6/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

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