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Vivo V23 with Dimensity 920 5G went official in the Nepali market

Vivo has launched a new smartphone in the Nepali market – Vivo V23 5G. They pack some excellent features and are already official here. Here, we will talk about the specs, features, availability, and the official price of the Vivo V23 in Nepal.

Vivo V23 Overview

Display and Design

The new Vivo V23 sports a 6.44-inch AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ contents. It has a pixel capacity of 1080×2400 and a pixel density of 409. The screen is protected by a glass front which is a Schott Xensation Up type. The back also has glass protection but a regular one of course.

vivo v23 display and design

The handset weighs 179/181 grams while embeds the dimension of 157.2×72.4×7.4/7.6mm. There are two color options available – Sunshine Gold and Stardust Black.

Performance and Memory

Powering the device is MediaTek’s Dimensity 920 chipset based on a 6nm manufacturing process. It integrates an octa-core (2×2.5GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×2.0GHz Cortex-A55) CPU coupled with Arm’s Mali-G68 MC4 graphics processor.

vivo v23 processor

As per memory, there are two configurations – 8/128GB and 12/256GB. You cannot expand the internal storage further since there is no dedicated or shared microSD card slot. Further, the phone boots on Android 12 on top of Funtouch 12 at the software front.

Camera and Audio

Under the hood, Vivo V23 packs a triple camera setup with a 64MP primary sensor of f/1.9 aperture and PDAF support. It also has an 8MP ultrawide lens with a 120-degree field of view. Lastly, the setup is completed by a 2MP macro shooter with an f/2.4 aperture. The camera bump also holds a Dual-LED flash for better night shots.

vivo v23 camera

Upfront, there is a dual-camera setup of a 50MP wide lens and an 8MP ultrawide sensor. The latter has a 105-degree field of view with an f/2.3 aperture. Both front and back cameras can record 4K videos at the rate of 30 frames per second and the rear camera even has gyro-EIS support.

Moving on, there is a loudspeaker system that emits 24-nit/192kHz audio. Unfortunately, there is no 3.5mm headphone jack for calls and other purposes.

Battery and Extras

Fueling the device is a 4,200mAh battery cell with 44W fast charging support. Vivo has claimed that it can fill the juice from 1 to 68% in just 30 minutes. For biometrics, there is an optical under-display fingerprint sensor and a software-based face unlocks.

vivo v23 features

Other sensors include an accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass. It can also change the color of its back panel when it’s exposed to sunlight. Likewise, there is Wi-Fi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS (A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC), USB Type-C, and a region-dependent NFC for connectivity.

Vivo V23 Specifications

  • Body: 157.2×72.4×7.4/7.6mm, 179/181 grams
  • Display: 6.44-inches AMOLED panel, 90Hz refresh rate, Up to 240Hz touch sampling rate, HDR10+
  • Resolution: 1080×2400-pixel, 409 PPI
  • Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G (6nm)
  • Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128/256GB (fixed)
  • Software & UI: Android 12 with Funtouch OS 12 on top
  • Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash);
    – 64MP, f/1.9 primary sensor
    – 8MP, f/2.2 ultrawide lens, 120º FOV
    – 2MP, f/2.4 macro lens
  • Front Camera: Dual (50MP f/2.0 primary, 8MP ultrawide)
  • Audio: Stereo speaker setup, No 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Security: In-display fingerprint sensor (optical)
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient Light, Gyro, Proximity, E-compass
  • Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS / AGPS / GLONASS / GALILEO / QZSS / NavIC, USB Type-C, 4G LTE, 5G
  • Battery: 4,200mAh with 44W FlashCharge (wired)
  • Color Options: Stardust Black, Sunshine Gold
vivo v23 color options

Vivo V23 Price in Nepal

The Vivo V23 has a price of NPR 55,999 for the 8/128GB in Nepal, and you can buy it via any Vivo authorized retail store across Nepal.

ModelVivo V23 price in Nepal (official)
Vivo V23 (8/128GB)NPR 55,999

Also Read: A sneak peek at the new Vivo V21; Now available in Nepal

Xiaomi 12X: A surprise by Xiaomi

Xiaomi has officially launched its latest flagship smartphone in the Nepali market. While Xiaomi 12 was expected by the audience, Xiaomi 12X was a surprise. Here, we will discuss the specs, features, availability, and the official price of Xiaomi 12X in Nepal.

Xiaomi 12X Overview

Design and Display

The new Xiaomi 12X flaunts a 6.28-inch OLED screen with 1B colors and 120Hz of high refresh rate. The device also boasts HDR10+ contents with 1100nits of peak brightness and Dolby Vision. Further, the display received DisplayMate’s A+ certification and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.

xiaomi 12x display

The phone weighs around 176 grams while embedding the dimension of 152.7×69.9×8.2mm. There are three color options in the device – Black, Blue, and Pink.

Performance and Memory

Powering the device is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 870 based on a 7nm manufacturing process. It is a chipset that integrates an octa-core CPU with eight Kryo 585 cores clocked at the maximum speed of 3.2GHz. Likewise, the graphics depart is handled by Adreno 650.

xiaomi 12x performance

As per memory, you can choose from three configurations – 8/128GB, 8/256GB, and 12/256GB of USF 3.1. Unfortunately, you cannot further expand the internal storage since there is no microSD card slot. On the software front, it comes with Android 12 out-of-the-box running on top of MIUI 13.

Camera and Audio

Under the hood, the new Xiaomi phone sports a triple camera setup with a 50MP primary camera of f/1.9 aperture. It has a 2.0-microns pixel capacity (4-in-1pixel binning) with the support of PDAF and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). It is a 1/1.56-inch Sony IMX766 sensor that is replaced from that in Xiaomi 12 Pro. The device also has a 13MP ultra-wide lens with an f/2.4 aperture and a 123-degree field of view. This one however has a pixel capacity of 1.12-microns. Finally, the setup is completed with a 5MP telephoto macro shooter.

xiaomi 12x camera

Upfront, there is a 32MP selfie snapper of 0.7-microns pixel capacity. While the rear camera can record up to 8K videos at the rate of 24 frames per second with HDR10 contents and 4K videos at the rate of 30 frames per second with HDR10+ contents, the front camera is limited to 1080p videos at 30/60 frames per second. Moreover, the rear camera module also holds a Dual-LED dual-tone flash for better night shots.

xiaomi 12 pro speakers

Moving on to audio, there are stereo speakers for the loudspeaker. But, it doesn’t have a 3.5mm jack for headphones. The speakers however are tuned by Harmon Kardon that sports 24-bit/192kHz audio.

Battery and Extras

Fueling the device is a medium 4,500mAh battery cell with 67W fast charging support. For biometrics, there is an optical in-display fingerprint sensor and a software-based face unlock system.

xiaomi 12 charging

There is Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS / AGPS / GLONASS / BEIDOU / NavIC, NFC, 5G, and USB Type-C for connectivity options. Likewise, other sensors include an accelerometer, Ambient Light, Gyroscope, Proximity, Electronic Compass, Linear Motor, and finally an IR Blaster.

Xiaomi 12X Specifications

  • Body: 152.7 x 69.9 x 8.16mm, 176gm
  • Display: 6.28″ AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, Up to 480Hz touch sampling rate, HDR10+, 1100nits max brightness, 12-bit colors, Dolby Vision
  • Display Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 419 PPI
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G (7nm Mobile Platform)
  • Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128/256GB UFS 3.1 storage (fixed)
  • Software & UI: Android 12 with Xiaomi’s MIUI 13 on top
  • Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash);
    – 50MP Sony IMX766, f/1.88 primary lens, OIS
    – 13MP f/2.4 ultra-wide lens, 123º FOV
    – 5MP telemacro sensor (3-7cm)
  • Front Camera: 32MP sensor (punch-hole cutout)
  • Audio: Stereo speakers by Harman Kardon, Dolby Atmos
  • Security: In-display fingerprint sensor, Face unlock
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient Light, Gyroscope, Proximity, Electronic Compass, Linear Motor, IR Blaster
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS / AGPS / GLONASS / BEIDOU / NavIC, NFC, 5G, USB Type-C
  • Battery: 4,500mAh (single-cell)
  • Charging: 67W wired fast charging (no wireless charging)
xiaomi 12x color options

Xiaomi 12X Price in Nepal

The new Xiaomi 12X has started its sale in Nepal with a price of NPR 76,999 for the 8/128GB memory configuration. You can buy it via any Xiaomi authorized retail store across Nepal.

ModelXiaomi 12X price in Nepal (official)
Xiaomi 12X (8/128GB)NPR 76,999

Also Read:The new flagship Xiaomi 12 unveils with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processors

The new flagship Xiaomi 12 unveils with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processors

Xiaomi has officially launched its latest flagship smartphone in the Nepali market. Both Xiaomi 12 and 12 Pro started sale in the Chinese market back in January and has launched in Nepal as well. Here, we will discuss the specs, features, availability, and the official price of Xiaomi 12 in Nepal.

Xiaomi 12 Overview

Design and Display

The new Xiaomi 12 flaunts a 6.28-inch AMOLED screen with Full HD+ resolution and 120Hz of high refresh rate. It has curved sides on the screen. The device also boasts HDR10+ contents with 12-bit color depth and Dolby Vision. Further, the display received DisplayMate’s A+ certification and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.

xiaomi 12 display and design

The phone weighs around 179/180 grams while embedding the dimension of 152.7×69.9×8.2mm. There are three color options in the device – Black, Blue, and Pink. You can also see a Special Edition phone that has Wild Green Leather.

Performance and Memory

Powering the device is Qualcomm’s flagship processor – Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. It is a 4nm chipset that integrates an octa-core CPU with one Cortex-X2, three Cortex-A710, and four Cortex-A510 cores clocked at the speed of 3.00GHz, 2.50GHz, and 1.80GHz respectively. Likewise, the graphics depart is handled by Adreno 730.

xiaomi 12 performance

As per memory, you can choose from three configurations – 8/128GB, 8/256GB, and 12/256GB of USF 3.1. Unfortunately, you cannot further expand the internal storage since there is no microSD card slot. On the software front, it comes with Android 12 out-of-the-box running on top of MIUI 13.

Camera and Audio

Under the hood, the new Xiaomi flagship sports a triple camera setup with a 50MP primary camera of f/1.9 aperture. It has a 2.0-microns pixel capacity (4-in-1pixel binning) with the support of PDAF and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). It is a 1/1.56-inch Sony IMX766 sensor that is replaced from that in Xiaomi 12 Pro. The device also has a 13MP ultra-wide lens with an f/2.4 aperture and a 123-degree field of view. This one however has a pixel capacity of 1.12-microns. Finally, the setup is completed with a 5MP telephoto macro shooter.

xiaomi 12 camera

Upfront, there is a 32MP selfie snapper of 0.7-microns pixel capacity. While the rear camera can record up to 8K videos at the rate of 24 frames per second with HDR10 contents and 4K videos at the rate of 30 frames per second with HDR10+ contents, the front camera is limited to 1080p videos at 30/60 frames per second. Moreover, the rear camera module also holds a Dual-LED dual-tone flash for better night shots.

xiaomi 12 pro speakers

Moving on to audio, there are stereo speakers for the loudspeaker. But, it doesn’t have a 3.5mm jack for headphones. The speakers however are tuned by Harmon Kardon that sports 24-bit/192kHz audio.

Battery and Extras

Fueling the device is a medium 4,500mAh battery cell with 67W fast charging support. It also has 50W wireless charging capability alongside 10W reverse wireless charging. However, it doesn’t have the Surge P1 chip like that of the Pro version. For biometrics, there is an optical in-display fingerprint sensor and a software-based face unlock system.

xiaomi 12 charging

There is Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS / AGPS / GLONASS / BEIDOU / NavIC, NFC, 5G, and USB Type-C for connectivity options. Likewise, other sensors include an accelerometer, Ambient Light, Gyroscope, Proximity, Electronic Compass, Linear Motor, and finally an IR Blaster.

Xiaomi 12 Specifications

  • Body: 152.7 x 69.9 x 8.16/8.66mm, 179/180gm
  • Display: 6.28″ AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, Up to 480Hz touch sampling rate, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 1100nits max brightness, 12-bit colors
  • Display Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 419 PPI
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4nm Mobile Platform)
  • Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128/256GB UFS 3.1 storage (fixed)
  • Software & UI: Android 12 with Xiaomi’s MIUI 13 on top
  • Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash);
    – 50MP Sony IMX766, f/1.88 primary lens
    – 13MP f/2.4 ultra-wide lens, 123º FOV
    – 5MP telephoto macro sensor (3-7cm)
  • Front Camera: 32MP sensor (punch-hole cutout)
  • Audio: Stereo speakers by Harman Kardon, Dolby Atmos
  • Security: In-display fingerprint sensor, Face unlock
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient Light, Gyroscope, Proximity, Electronic Compass, Linear Motor, IR Blaster
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS / AGPS / GLONASS / BEIDOU / NavIC, NFC, 5G, USB Type-C
  • Battery: 4,500mAh (single-cell)
  • Charging: 67W wired, 50W wireless, 10W reverse wireless
xiaomi 12 color options

Xiaomi 12 Price in Nepal

The new Xiaomi 12 has already started its sale in Nepal with a price of NPR 92,999 for the 8/128GB memory configuration. You can buy it via any Xiaomi authorized retail store across Nepal.

ModelXiaomi 12 price in Nepal (official)
Xiaomi 12 (8/128GB)NPR 92,999

Also Read:Xiaomi CIVI is now official as the first of its series

Samsung Galaxy A73 5G: The latest installment on the A-series

Samsung has announced the successor to last year’s Galaxy A72 – Galaxy A73 5G. It is a premium mid-range smartphone that brings Snapdragon 778G for performance. Here, we will talk about the specs, features, availability, and the official price of the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy A73 5G Overview

Display and Design

The Galaxy A73 5G brings a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with 2400×1080-pixel resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It has a pixel density of 393 alongside the aspect ratio and screen-to-body ratio of 20:9 and 87.0% respectively. Likewise, the screen gets its protection from Corning Gorilla Glass 5.

Samsung Galxy A73 5G Display and Design

The body weighs 181 grams and measures 7.6mm in thickness. It flaunts a similar design as last year’s Galaxy A72. There is iP67 certification for dust/water resistivity. It is available in three color options – Gray, White, and Mint.

Performance and Memory

Powering the device is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset with octa-core CPU cores clocked at the speed of 2.4GHz and 1.8GHz. This means the performance level of Galaxy A73 is significantly upgraded in comparison to last year’s Galaxy A72. Over to the software front, the phone boots on Android 12 on top of the One UI 4.1. Samsung is also offering four major Android updates.

As per memory, there are three memory configurations for the model – 6/128GB, 8/128GB, and 8/256GB. You can also expand your internal storage up to 1TB via a microSD card slot it shares with a SIM slot.

Camera and Audio

Under the hood, there is a quad-camera setup on the rear panel of Galaxy A73 5G. It is led by a 108MP primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) support. Then, it is accompanied by a 12MP ultrawide lens whose field of view is 123-degree. Further, the setup is completed with two 5MP lenses for macro and portrait shots respectively. Since there is no telephoto lens as we heard in the rumors, it is a little disappointing.

Samsung Galxy A73 5G Camera

Upfront, there is a 32MP selfie shooter with an f/2.2 aperture. It lies inside the punch-hole notch. Both front and back cameras can record videos up to 4K resolution at 30 frames per second.

As per audio, there is a loudspeaker system with stereo speakers for clear sound. Unfortunately, we are yet to know about the 3.5mm headphone jack on the device.

Battery and Extras

Fueling the handset is a 5,000mAh battery with a 25W fast charging capacity. However, Samsung hasn’t included any compatible charger in the box.

The device has an under-display fingerprint sensor for biometrics and other sensors are an accelerometer, gyro, compass, and proximity. For connectivity, there is Wi-Fi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS (A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS), and USB Type- 2.0.

Samsung Galaxy A73 5G Specifications

  • Display: 6.7-inches FHD+ “Infinity-O” Super AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (6nm)
  • Memory: 6/8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128/256GB storage
  • Software & UI: Android 12 with Samsung’s One UI 4 on top
  • Rear Camera: Quad-camera (108MP primary + 12 ultrawide + 5MP depth + 5MP macro)
  • Security: Optical in-display fingerprint scanner, Face unlock
  • Battery: 5000mAh with 25W fast charging
  • Colors: Gray, Mint, and White
Samsung Galxy A73 5G Color Options

Samsung Galaxy A73 5G Price in Nepal

The official price of the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G in Nepal is NPR 72,999 for the 8/256GB memory configuration. You can buy the device at any Samsung authorized retail store across Nepal.

ModelSamsung Galaxy A73 5G price in Nepal (official)
Samsung Galaxy A73 5G (8/256GB)NPR 72,9999

Also Read:Samsung Galaxy F23 5G launched; Won’t hit the Nepali market

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G starts sale in the Nepali market

Samsung announced the Galaxy A53 5G a month earlier in the “Awesome Galaxy A-Event”. Now, it has launched the device in the Nepali market. This post will be all about the specs, features, availability, and the official price of the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Overview

Display and Design

The Galaxy A53 5G brings a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display with 2400×1080-pixel resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It has a pixel density of 405 alongside the aspect ratio and screen-to-body ratio of 20:9 and 85.4% respectively. Likewise, the screen gets its protection from Corning Gorilla Glass 5.

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Display and Design

The body weighs 189 grams and measures 8.1mm in thickness. It flaunts a similar design as last year’s Galaxy A52. There is a flat rear panel with slightly curved edges and a risen camera bump shaped in rectangular form with a smooth curve. It is available in four color options – Black, White, Blue, and Peach.

Performance and Memory

Powering the device is the Exynos 1280 chipset with two Cortex-A78 and six Cortex-A55 cores clocked at the speed of 2.4GHz and 2GHz respectively. This was seen on the Geekbench and Google Play Console. Over to the software front, the phone boots on Android 12 on top of the One UI 4.1. Samsung is also offering four years of major Android updates.

As per memory, there are three memory configurations for the model – 6/128GB, 8/128GB, and 8/256GB. You can also expand your internal storage up to 1TB via a dedicated microSD card slot.

Camera and Audio

Under the hood, there is a quad-camera setup on the rear panel of Galaxy A53 5G. It is led by a 64MP primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) support. Then, it is accompanied by a 12MP ultrawide lens whose field of view is 123-degree. Further, the setup is completed with two 5MP lenses for macro and portrait shots respectively.

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Camera

Upfront, there is a 32MP selfie shooter with an f/2.2 aperture. It lies inside the punch-hole notch. Both front and back cameras can record videos up to 4K resolution at 30 frames per second.

As per audio, there is a loudspeaker system with stereo speakers for clear sound. Unfortunately, there is no 3.5mm headphone jack for music and calls.

Battery and Extras

Fueling the handset is a 5,000mAh battery with a 25W fast charging capacity. However, Samsung hasn’t included any compatible adapter in the box but only a charging cable.

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Battery

The device has an under-display fingerprint sensor for biometrics and other sensors are an accelerometer, gyro, compass, and Virtual proximity sensing. For connectivity, there is Wi-Fi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS (A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS), and USB Type- 2.0.

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Specifications

  • Body: 159.6 x 74.8 x 8.1mm, 189grams, IP67
  • Display: 6.5-inches “Infinity-O” Super AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, Gorilla Glass 5
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 407 PPI
  • Chipset: Samsung Exynos 1280
  • Memory: 6 RAM, 128GB storage (expandable up to 1TB)
  • Software: Android 12 with Samsung’s One UI 4.1 on top
  • Rear Camera: Quad-camera;
    – 64MP primary lens, OIS
    – 12MP ultra-wide lens
    – 5MP macro sensor
    – 5MP depth sensor
  • Front Camera: 32MP (f/2.2)
  • Audio: Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos
  • Security: Optical in-display fingerprint sensor, Face unlock, Samsung Knox
  • Battery: 5000mAh with 25W fast charging (no charger in the box)
  • Colors: Black, White, Blue, Peach
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Color Options

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G Price in Nepal

The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G has started on sale in Nepal at the starting price of INR 55,999 for the 8/128GB memory configuration. You can buy the phone from any Samsung authorized retail store across Nepal.

ModelSamsung Galaxy A53 5G price in Nepal (official) 
Samsung Galaxy A53 5G (8/128GB)NPR 55,999

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G received the price cut in Nepal

Xiaomi Redmi K50: The toned-down vanilla of the Pro

Xiaomi Redmi has now unveiled two new smartphones – K50 and K50 Pro in its gaming lineup. The phone has started sale in the Chinese market and we are still unclear if it will get inside the global market. However, there is no harm in discussing the estimated price of the Redmi K50 in Nepal. Alongside the price, we will also talk about the specs, features, and availability of the model.

Redmi K50 Overview

Display and Design

Let’s begin with the display size of the new Redmi K50 which measures 6.67-inch with a refresh rate of 120Hz and a touch sampling rate of 480Hz. It is an OLED display with a 3200×1440-pixel resolution and 1200nits of peak brightness level. It supports HDR10+ content and has Dolby Vision followed by an 8-bit panel that comes with DCI-P3 coverage. Likewise, the screen gets its protection from Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.

Xiaomi Redmi K50 Display

K50 Pro is available in four color options – Black, Gray, Blue, and Green. The whole body is made up of glass where we know the front one and we are yet unknown about the back. It is IP53 rated for dust and splash resistivity. There is a dimension of 163.1×76.2×8.5mm and it weighs just 201 grams.

Performance and Memory

Powering the device is MediaTek Dimensity 8100 based on a 5nm manufacturing process. It brings an octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A78 (@2.85GHz) and four Cortex-A55 (@2.0GHz) cores. Likewise, the graphics depart is handled by Arm’s Mali-GG610.

Since this is a gaming laptop, there is a VC liquid-cooling and a 7-layer graphite surface for cooling purposes. It ships with the same VC cooling technology we saw earlier on the K50 Gaming Edition.

Xiaomi Redmi K50 Specifications

As per memory, there are three different configurations – 8/128GB, 8/256GB, and 12/256GB of UFS 3.1. Unfortunately, you can no longer expand your internal storage since there is no microSD card slot. Over to the software front, the phone boots on Android 12 on top of MIUI 13.

Camera and Audio

Under the hood, there is a triple camera setup on the back of the Redmi K50 Pro. It has a 48MP IMX582 primary lens with 0.8-microns pixel capacity, a 1/1.2” sensor, and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). Further, there is an 8MP ultrawide lens with a 119-degree field of view. Completing the setup is a 2MP camera for macro shots. They can record videos up to 4K resolution at 30 frames per second followed by 1080p (@30/60/120fps) and 720p (@960fps) with gyro-EIS.

Xiaomi Redmi K50 Camera

Moving on, there is a 20MP front-facing camera for selfies on the device. It is limited to shooting 1080p videos at 30/120 frames per second. Here, the back camera is accompanied by a Dual-LED dual-tone flash for better night shots.

For audio, there is a loudspeaker system with stereo speakers that tunes out 24-bit/192kHz audio. Unfortunately, there is no 3.5mm headphone jack for music and calls.

Battery and Extras

Fueling the phone is a non-removable Li-Po 5,500mAh single battery cell with 67W fast charging. It comes with Xiaomi’s own in-house Surge P1 chip and a compatible Power Delivery 3.0 charger. It can charge your phone from 0 to 80% in just 30 minutes. Further, it has the support of Quick Charge 3+.

Xiaomi Redmi K50 Battery

The device ships with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometrics which comes alongside a software-based face unlock. Other sensors include an accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, and color spectrum.

Lastly, the connectivity options list out as Wi-Fi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS (A-GPS, up to tri-band: GLONASS (1), BDS (3), GALILEO (2), QZSS (2), NavIC), NFC, an infrared blaster, and a USB Type-C 2.0 for charging and data transfer purpose.

Redmi K50 Specifications

  • Display: 6.67-inch QHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 480 touch sampling rate, Gorilla Glass Victus protection 
  • Chipset: Dimensity 8100 (5nm) 
  • RAM: 8GB / 12GB LPPDDR5 RAM 
  • Storage: 128GB / 256GB UFS 3.1 storage 
  • OS: MIUI 13 based on Android 12 
  • Rear Camera:  48MP primary with OIS, 8MP ultra-wide, 2MP macro 
  • Selfie Camera: 20MP 
  • Battery: 5,500mAh with 67W fast charging 
  • Colors: Black, Gray, Blue, and Green
Xiaomi Redmi K50 Color Options

Redmi K50 Price in Nepal

Both Redmi K50 and K50 Pro are exclusive to the Chinese market where their price starts from CNY 2,399. If the Redmi K50 ever reaches Nepal, we estimate its price to start around NPR 50,000.

ModelRedmi K50 price in ChinaRedmi K50 price in Nepal (expected)
Redmi K50 (8/128GB)CNY 2,399NPR 50,000
Redmi K50 (8/256GB)CNY 2,599NPR 55,000
Redmi K50 (12/256GB)CNY 3,799NPR 58,000

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Realme C31: the latest budget phone from Realme

Realme has launched a new budget smartphone in its market in Indonesia. It succeeds last year’s Realme C21 and has already started the sale in the Indian market as well. Here, we will talk about the specs, features, availability, and the expected price of Realme C31 in Nepal.

Realme C31 Overview

Display and Design

The new Realme C31 sports a 6.5-inch IPS LCD panel with an HD resolution. It boasts a 60Hz of refresh rate which is a little disappointing. It has a 720×1600-pixel capacity and 270-pixel density. Above the screen, there is a teardrop notch that holds the front-facing camera.

Realme C31 Display

The device weighs 197 grams and measures 8.4mm in thickness. The design of the C31 is very similar to the premium Realme GT 2 series as well. It provides us with a very comfortable grip since it comes with curved sides. Further, you can see it in two color options – Dark Green and Light Silver.

Performance and Memory

Under the hood, the device boots on Android 11 on top of Realme UI 2.0. The system then powers up with a Unisoc Tiger T612 processor based on a 12nm manufacturing process. It integrates an octa-core CPU with two Cortex-A75 and six Cortex-A55 cores clocked at the speed of 1.8GHz. Moreover, it has Arm’s Mali-G57 chipset for graphics.

Realme C31 Processor

As per memory, there are two configurations available for the handset – 3/32GB and 4/64GB of UFS 2.2. You can also expand the internal storage up to 512GB via a dedicated microSD card slot.

Camera and Audio

Moving on, there is a triple camera setup on the device. It is led by a 13MP primary lens of f/2.2 aperture and Auto-Focus support. Likewise, you can see a 2MP sensor for macro shots and a 0.3MP for portraits. It can record 1080p videos at the rate of 30 frames per second.

Realme C31 Camera

Upfront, there is a 5MP selfie snapper lying inside the aforementioned tear-drop notch above the screen. Lastly, there is a loudspeaker system for audio which is accompanied by a 3.5mm headphone jack for music and calls.

Rest of the specs

Fueling the model is a non-removable Li-Po 5,000mAh battery cell that charges up via a micro USB port. For biometrics, there is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner followed by a software-based face unlock. Other sensors include an accelerometer and proximity. Moreover, it has Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS (A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS), and NFC for connectivity.

Realme C31 Battery_

Realme C31 Specifications

  • Body: 64.74 x 76.19 x 8.43mm, 197gm
  • Display: 6.5-inches LCD panel, 60Hz
  • Resolution: HD+, 1600 x 900 pixels
  • Chipset: Unisoc T612 4G (12nm)
  • RAM: 3/4GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • Storage: 32/64GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable up to 1TB)
  • Software: Android 11 with Realme UI R edition
  • Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash)
    – 13MP f/2.2 primary lens
    – 2MP Macro lens, f/2.4
    – 0.3MP Monochrome, f/2.8
  • Front Camera: 5MP, f/2.0 (notch)
  • Security: Physical fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
  • Battery: 5000mAh (micro USB port)
  • Colors: Dark Green and Light Silver
Realme C31 Color Options

Realme C31 Price in Nepal

The Realme C31 has a starting price of IDR 1,599,000 in the Indonesian market. We estimate that if the Realme C31 launches in Nepal, it will have a starting price of NPR 15,000.

ModelRealme C31 price in IndonesiaRealme C31 price in Nepal (expected)
Realme C31 (3/32GB)IDR 1,599,000NPR 15,000
Realme C31 (4/64GB)IDR 1,749,000NPR 16,500

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Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G hit the Nepali market

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro has hit the Nepali market under NPR 40,000. Both 4G and 5G versions are available for the Note 11 Pro among which only the 5G version has been entered here. Here, we will dig into the specs, features, availability, and the official price of the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G in Nepal.

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G Overview

Display and Design

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G flaunts a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with 1080×2400-pixel resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. Above the screen is a center-aligned punch-hole cutout that holds the selfie camera. Likewise, the aspect ratio and the PPI density approximately measure 20:9 and 395 respectively. It supports HDR10 content with 700 nits of typical brightness and 1200 nits of peak brightness. Also, the screen gets its protection from Corning Gorilla Glass 5.

Redmi Note 11 Pro display

The Note 11 Pro 5G weighs 202 grams and embeds 164.2×76.1×8.1mm of dimension. It features flat edges around its glass-built body and can survive minor water splashes since it has received IP53 certification. Further, there are three color variations for the phone – Graphite Gray, Polar White, and Atlantic Blue.

Redmi Note 11 Pro design

Performance and Memory

Powering the device is either Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 processor which is a 5G-enabled chipset. There is also a 4G-enabled chipset that is not available in Nepal just yet.

Redmi Note 11 Pro features

On the software front, the phone boots on Android 11 on top of MIUI 12.5. There are three memory configurations for the device – 6/64GB, 6/128GB, and 8/128GB of UFS 2.2.

Camera and Audio

Under the hood, the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G packs a triple camera setup led by a 108MP ISOCELL HM2 main camera with f/1.9 aperture, 0.7microns pixel capacity, and dual-pixel PDAF support. Likewise, there is an 8MP ultrawide lens with a 120degrees field of view and a 2MP telephoto macro shooter with f/2.4 aperture. On the 4G version, there is an added 2MP camera for portrait shots. They can shoot HDR and panorama pictures while the video resolution is up to 4K at 30 frames per second. The module also holds an LED flash for better shots.

Redmi Note 11 Pro camera

Upfront, there is a 16MP selfie snapper that can shoot 1080p videos at 30 frames per second. As per audio, it has stereo speakers for the loudspeaker which emits 24-bit/192kHz audio. Moreover, it also supports 3.5mm headphones.

Battery and Extras

The device gets its fuel from a non-removable Li-Po 5,000mAh battery cell with a 67W turbo-charging capacity. According to Xiaomi, it takes approximately 41-42 minutes for a full charge. For biometrics, there is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and a software-based face unlock. Other sensors include an accelerometer, gyro, and compass.

Redmi Note 11 Pro battery

Lastly, there are wireless connectivity options as Wi-Fi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS (A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS), and NFC. In addition, it also integrates an infrared blaster. Likewise, there is USB Type-C 2.0 for charging and data transfer purpose.

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G Specifications

  • Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED screen, 120Hz refresh rate, 360Hz touch sampling rate
  • Resolution: Full HD+ (1080 × 2400 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Snapdragon 695 5G (6nm)
  • Memory: 6/8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 64/128GB UFS 2.2 storage
  • Back Cameras: (108MP primary, 8MP ultra-wide, 2MP macro) + 2MP depth in 4G
  • Front Camera: 16MP (punch-hole cutout)
  • Audio: Stereo speaker, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
  • IP Rating: Yes, IP53 dust-and-splash resistant
  • Connectivity: Dual 5G, Wi-Fi ax (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS / GLONASS / Beidou / Galileo / QZSS / A-GPS, USB Type-C, 5G, NFC
  • Battery: 5,000mAh with 67W fast charging
Redmi Note 11 Pro color option

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G Price in Nepal

The official price of the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G in Nepal is NPR 36,999 for the 6/128GB memory configuration followed by NPR 39,999 for the 8/128GB. You can buy the phone from any Xiaomi authorized retail stores across Nepal.

ModelRedmi Note 11 Pro 5G price in Nepal (official)
Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G (6/128GB)NPR 36,999
Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G (8/128GB)NPR 39,999

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Redmi Note 11S launched in Nepal

Xiaomi Redmi has launched the Redmi Note 11S; a successor to last year’s Note 10S in the Nepali market. The phone comes at the price of Rs. 29,999 and Rs. 31,999 for the 6/128GB and 8/128GB respectively. In this post, we will talk about the specs, features, availability, and the official price of the Redmi Note 11S in Nepal.

Redmi Note 11S Overview

Design and Display

Beginning with the design, the new Redmi Note 11S sports a 6.43-inch AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution and 90Hz refresh rate.  There is a peak brightness level of 1000nits and 700nits as well. The screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3. Likewise, the aspect ratio and pixel density measure 20:9 and 409 respectively.

Redmi Note 11S display_

The phone weighs 179 grams while embedding the dimension of 159.9×73.9×8.1mm. There are flat frames on the phone and it is also IP53 rated for minor splash and dust resistivity. There are three color options available for the model – Graphite Gray, Twilight Blue, and Pearl White.

Performance and Memory

Powering the device is a MediaTek Helio G96 chipset based on a 12nm manufacturing process. It integrates an octa-core CPU with two Cortex-A76 and six Cortex-A55 cores clocked at the maximum speed of 2.05GHz and 2.0GHz respectively. Likewise, there is Arm’s Mali-G57 MC2 handling the graphics depart.

Redmi Note 11S specifications

As per memory, there are three memory configurations – 6/64GB, 6/128GB, and 8/128GB of UFS 2.2. You can also expand your internal storage up to 1TB via a dedicated microSD card slot. On the software front, the phone boots on Android 11 on top of MIUI 13.

Camera and Sound

Under the hood, there is a quad-camera setup with a 108MP primary lens of f/1.9 aperture. It also supports a dual-pixel PDAF feature. Further, there is an 8MP ultrawide sensor with a 118-degree field of view. Completing the setup are two 2MP cameras with f/2.4 aperture for macro and portrait shots respectively. The camera module also holds a LED flash for better night shots. You can also record videos that move up to 1080p resolution at the rate of 30 frames per second.

Redmi Note 11S camera

Upfront, there is a 16MP selfie snapper with an f/2.4 aperture. It can also record 1080p videos at 30 frames per second. Furthermore, there are stereo speakers that tune out 24-bit/192kHz audio. You can also see a 3.5mm headphone jack for music and calls.

Rest of the specs

Moving on, the phone gets its fuel from a massive 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. For biometrics, there is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and software-based face unlocks. Other sensors include an accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass.

Redmi Note 11S battery and charging

Redmi Note 11S Specifications

  • Body: 159.87 x 73.87 x 8.09mm, 179g
  • Display: 6.43-inch AMOLED panel, 1000 nits (peak), 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling rate
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels)
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio G96 (12nm)
  • Memory: 6/8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 64/128GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable)
  • Software: MIUI 13 on top of Android 11
  • Rear Camera: Quad
    — 108MP Samsung HM2 primary
    — 8MP ultrawide
    — 2MP depth
    — 2MP macro
  • Front Camera: 16MP (punch-hole)
  • Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack, Stereo speaker, Hi-Res audio
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
  • Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS / GLONASS / BEIDOU, USB Type-C, 4G LTE
  • Battery: 5000mAh with 33W charging (33W charger inside the box)
  • Color Options: Graphite Gray, Twilight Blue, Pearl White
Redmi Note 11S color options

Redmi Note 11S price in Nepal

The official price of the Redmi 11S in Nepal is Rs. 29,999 for the 6/128GB memory configuration. Likewise, the 8/128GB memory costs you Rs. 31,999. It is now available in all the Xiaomi authorized retail stores across Nepal.

ModelRedmi Note 11S price in Nepal (official)
Redmi Note 11S (6/128GB)NPR 29,999
Redmi Note 11S (8/128GB)NPR 31,999

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Samsung Galaxy M33 5G: succeeding last year’s Galaxy M32

Samsung has launched the successor to last year’s Galaxy M32 in the Nepali market. The phone goes by the name Galaxy M33 and comes with 5G connectivity. It has also launched in the Nepali market. In this article, we will talk about the specs, features, availability, and the official price of the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G Overview

Display and Design

To begin with, the new Samsung Galaxy M33 5G features a 6.6-inch TFT display with Full HD+ resolution. It boasts a 90Hz refresh rate and 400 PPI density accompanied by 1080×2408-pixels resolution. This is a change compared to its predecessor Galaxy M32 from last year.

samsung galaxy m33 display

However, the design of the Galaxy M33 is like M32. It weighs 215 grams and measures 9.4mm in thickness. There is a rectangular camera cutout that holds the rear camera setup. Likewise, the front-facing camera lies in a tear-drop notch above the screen. It comes in three color variations – Green, Blue, and Brown.

Performance and Memory

Under the hood, the system boots on Android 12 on top of One UI 4.1. It gets power from an unspecified octa-core processor clocked at 2.4GHz and 2GHz respectively. So, based on this information, we expect the device to integrate Exynos 1200.

As per memory, there are two configurations – 6/128GB and 8/128GB of eMMC 5.1. You can also expand the internal storage via a dedicated microSD card slot on the side of the device.

Camera and Audio

Over to the optical front, there is a quad-camera setup on the rear panel of the Galaxy M33. It is led by a 50MP primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture and PDAF support. Then, it is accompanied by an 8MP ultrawide lens whose field of view is yet to be known.

samsung galaxy m33 camera

Further, the setup is completed with two 2MP lenses for macro and portrait shots respectively. Upfront, there is an 8MP selfie shooter with an f/2.2 aperture. Both front and back cameras can record videos up to 1080p resolution at 30 frames per second.

As per audio, there is a loudspeaker system for clear sound. You can also use the 3.5mm headphone jack for music and calls.

Rest of the specs

Moving on, there is a 6,000mAh battery with fast charging support. It has Samsung Knox security coupled with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. Other sensors include an accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and Virtual Proximity Sensing. Moreover, there are connectivity options like Wi-Fi 802.11, Bluetooth, GPS (A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS), and USB Type-C 2.0.

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G Specifications

  • Body: 165.4 x 76.9 x 9.4mm, 215g
  • Display: 6.6-inch TFT, FHD+ resolution
  • Processor: Octa-core (2.4GHz + 2GHz)
  • Memory: 6/8GB RAM, 128GB storage (expandable up to 1TB)
  • Software: Android 12 based One UI 4.1
  • Rear Camera: Quad;
    – 50MP f/1.8 primary
    – 5MP f/2.2 ultrawide
    – 2MP f/2.4 depth
    – 2MP f/2.4 macro 
  • Front Camera: 8MP f/2.2 (Infinity-V notch)
  • Battery: 6000mAh
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
  • Colors: Green, Blue, Brown
samsung galaxy m33 coloroptions

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G Price in Nepal

The official price of the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G in Nepal is NPR 33,999 for the 6/128GB memory configuration. Likewise, the 8/128GB option costs NPR 35,999 only. You can buy the phone from any Samsung authorized retail store across Nepal.

ModelSamsung Galaxy M33 5G price in Nepal (official)
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (6/128GB)NPR 33,999
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (8/128GB)NPR 35,999

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