The Redmi Note 15 series is finally in the hands of early adopters in China, and the first wave of impressions is hitting Weibo, Reddit, and Xiaomi’s own forums. With Western launch dates still pending, this early feedback offers a valuable look at what’s working, what isn’t, and whether the Note 15 is worth the hype.
Below, we’ve rounded up the community’s most common praises and complaints—and even stacked it against other budget-friendly gaming phones for context.
❤️ What Redmi Note 15 Users Love
1. Premium Display for the Price
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Users highlight the 1.5K AMOLED panel with 120Hz refresh rate, calling it “buttery smooth” for scrolling and gaming.
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HDR10+ support has made YouTube and Netflix streams surprisingly vibrant for a mid-range device.
2. HyperOS 2 Runs Cleaner than MIUI
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Compared to MIUI, HyperOS 2 has faster app opening times and smoother animation transitions.
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Battery management is praised—early adopters report 7–8 hours of screen-on time even with heavy use.
3. Satellite Messaging on the Pro Plus
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A big surprise at this price tier. Users in China tested Beidou-based satellite SMS during rural travel.
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While not perfect, it’s being called a “lifesaver feature” for hikers and off-grid travelers.
4. Solid Camera for Daylight Shots
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The 200MP main sensor on the Pro Plus is impressing users in good lighting.
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“Not flagship level, but definitely punching above its price,” one Weibo user noted.
5. Charging Speed is Still Insane
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120W charging on the Pro Plus tops up from 0–100% in under 20 minutes.
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Even the base Note 15 with 67W is being praised as “fast enough to forget about battery anxiety.”
๐ What Redmi Note 15 Users Hate
1. Thermal Throttling Under Load
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While the Dimensity 8300 Ultra (Pro/Pro Plus) handles daily tasks easily, extended Genshin Impact or PUBG sessions cause noticeable heat.
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One Reddit user compared it to the Poco F5, noting “similar heat, but slightly faster recovery.”
2. Average Low-Light Camera Performance
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Night photography is still weak compared to mid-range rivals like the Pixel 7a.
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Users describe photos as “soft and over-smoothed” in dim conditions.
3. Satellite Messaging is Region-Locked
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Beidou satellite SMS currently works only in China. Global users will have to wait for broader rollout.
4. HyperOS Bugs at Launch
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Some report small glitches like notification delays and random Wi-Fi drops.
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Early adopters believe a stability patch is inevitable.
5. Design Feels Familiar
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The flat-edge design is solid, but multiple forum posts call it “basically a Note 14 with new internals.”
๐ Comparison: Redmi Note 15 vs Popular Budget Gaming Phones
Here’s how the Note 15 stacks up against phones gamers often consider in the same price bracket:
| Feature | Redmi Note 15 Pro+ | Poco F5 | Nubia RedMagic Neo (entry model) |
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| Chipset | Dimensity 8300 Ultra | Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Display | 6.67” AMOLED, 1.5K, 120Hz | 6.67” AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz | 6.8” AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz |
| Cooling | Standard graphite/VC | Standard graphite/VC | Active cooling fan (built-in) |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh, 120W charging | 5,000 mAh, 67W charging | 5,000 mAh, 65W charging |
| Gaming Stability | Mild throttling after 25–30 mins | Similar throttling, but smoother recovery | Barely throttles thanks to active cooling |
| Extra Features | Satellite messaging, HyperOS 2 | MIUI 14, Dolby Vision | Gaming triggers, RGB lighting |
| Price (China) |
Takeaway:
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The Note 15 Pro+ is the most balanced option if you want satellite safety + strong charging speeds.
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The Poco F5 is still a better value if you’re purely after gaming performance per dollar.
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The RedMagic Neo beats both in sustained gaming sessions but trades off everyday polish for a “gamer phone” identity.
๐ Community Reactions So Far
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Weibo (China): “Battery life and charging are peak mid-range,” but others complain about “copy-paste design.”
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Reddit (r/Xiaomi & r/Android): Western users waiting on global launch are curious about satellite messaging and whether global models will retain it.
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Xiaomi Community Forums: Users highlight HyperOS 2’s stability improvements but report occasional glitches.
๐ข Final Thoughts
The Redmi Note 15 series isn’t a revolution, but early buyers see it as a refinement of Xiaomi’s mid-range formula:
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✅ Great display
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✅ HyperOS 2 improvements
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✅ Crazy charging speeds
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❌ Thermal struggles in long gaming
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❌ Night photography still behind Google & Samsung rivals
If you’re a gamer, the comparison chart shows you might lean toward Poco or RedMagic, but if you want a more well-rounded phone with satellite messaging and super-fast charging, the Note 15 Pro+ is already looking like a strong contender.
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