Xiaomi Redmi 4 release date, specs: launch of new handset may happen later this year

The Redmi 3 Xiaomi website

Previously, speculations suggested that Xiaomi would be launching two new devices. However, the China-based tech maker only unveiled the Redmi Note 4 recently. Now, it is said that Xiaomi is not yet finished with the mid-range lineup, as another Redmi iteration is on its way.

Rumors about the new Redmi 4 continue to circulate online as new leaks surfaced recently. According to Phone Arena, just after the debut of the Redmi Note 4, another new handset from Xiaomi was seen on benchmarking site Geekbench. Codenamed Xiaomi Mido, the mystery Xiaomi phone features a Snapdragon 625 chipset and 2GB of RAM. It is also listed having Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow as its platform.

Should the new handset be the next Redmi 4, the rumor of the next Redmi having two versions is also possible. Prior to the "Mido" sighting, previous supposed leaks placed the Redmi 4 as having 3GB of RAM. This means that the new benchmark listing is for the base model with 16 GB of onboard storage, while a top-tier Redmi 4 with 3 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage will also be coming out.

As for its design and other specs, observers agree that the new lineup addition may still bear resemblance to its predecessor. This means that the next Redmi iteration will launch with a 5-inch display with full HD resolution, a 13MP main camera and 5MP selfie shooter, and at least 4,100 mAh battery.

It is said that the Redmi 4 will come out soon, as the phone is expected to be an interim release between the recently-unveiled Redmi Note 4 and the next Xiaomi flagship, the Mi Note 2. Since the new Mi Note is said to appear by late September, it is also possible that Xiaomi will also launch the new Redmi 4 around the same time.

News
Marriage is the safest relationship, latest figures suggest
Marriage is the safest relationship, latest figures suggest

Of the eight children murdered during lockdown, 7 were killed thanks to the actions of a step parent or new partner.

Abortion rises in Northern Ireland for fifth year running
Abortion rises in Northern Ireland for fifth year running

Abortion was legalised in Northern Ireland in 2019.

Churches helping millions of Brits get by as living costs remain high
Churches helping millions of Brits get by as living costs remain high

Across the country, people are looking to the church for help.

Isaiah 41:10 is YouVersion's Bible verse of the year
Isaiah 41:10 is YouVersion's Bible verse of the year

Isaiah 41:10 had the highest international engagement on YouVersion during 2025, while in the UK it was Jeremiah 29:11 that topped the list.