Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 15 5G and Redmi Pad 2 Pro in India: Price, key features, and more

Redmi Note 15

• Redmi Note 15 5G and Redmi Pad 2 Pro launched in India, sales start January 2026
• Redmi Note 15 5G features 108MP camera, 5520mAh battery, and IP66 rating
• Redmi Pad 2 Pro: 12,000mAh battery, 2.5K display, up to 2TB storage expansion

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Xiaomi India on Wednesday announced the global debut of the Redmi Note 15 5G alongside the launch of the Redmi Pad 2 Pro, reinforcing the company’s focus on long-lasting hardware and value-driven specifications for Indian consumers.

Redmi Note 15 5G: Price, availability

In India, the REDMI Note 15 5G starts at Rs 22,999, with sales beginning on January 9, 2026, across mi.com, Amazon India and authorised retail partners. The REDMI Pad 2 Pro starts at Rs 24,999 for the Wi-Fi model and Rs 27,999 for the 5G variant, with sales starting January 12, 2026. Bank offers of up to Rs 3,000 are available on select cards.

Redmi Note 15 5G: Key features

The Redmi Note 15 5G is designed as a durable, all-day smartphone for constant daily use across work, payments, travel and entertainment. The device comes with reinforced internals, SGS-tested durability based on MIL-STD-810H testing methods, and an IP66 rating for protection against dust and splashes. Xiaomi has also added Hydro Touch 2.0, which keeps the display responsive even when wet.

Photography is handled by a 108MP MasterPixel Dual AI camera, featuring the Samsung ISOCELL HM9 sensor with optical image stabilisation. The setup supports 3× in-sensor zoom and 4K video recording, while a 20MP front camera with automatic field-of-view adjustment caters to selfies and video calls. AI features such as Dynamic Shots and portrait modes are built in.

Powering the phone is a 5520mAh silicon-carbon battery paired with 45W fast charging and 18W wired reverse charging. The REDMI Note 15 5G features a 17.2 cm curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, peak brightness of up to 3200 nits, 100 percent DCI-P3 colour coverage and TÜV triple eye protection. Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos round out the multimedia experience.

The device runs on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 platform and ships with Android 15-based Xiaomi HyperOS 2. Xiaomi has committed to four years of Android updates and six years of security updates, with future support for HyperOS 3. AI features include Google Gemini and Circle to Search.

Redmi Pad 2 Pro: Key features

Alongside the phone, Xiaomi introduced the Redmi Pad 2 Pro, targeting users who want a large-screen device for entertainment, learning and productivity. The tablet houses what Xiaomi claims is the world’s largest 12,000mAh battery in its class, supported by 33W fast charging and 27W wired reverse charging. Performance is driven by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset.

The Redmi Pad 2 Pro features a 30.73 cm 2.5K display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and 120Hz AdaptiveSync. Dolby Vision support, TÜV triple eye protection and DC dimming are aimed at long viewing sessions. A quad-speaker system with Dolby Atmos handles audio.

Running on HyperOS 2, the tablet supports Xiaomi’s ecosystem features such as Home Screen+, Shared Clipboard, Call Sync and Network Sync. Xiaomi has promised five years of software updates and seven years of security updates, along with HyperOS 3 readiness. Storage can be expanded up to 2TB via microSD, and the tablet supports Google Gemini and Circle to Search.

Xiaomi is also launching accessories for the tablet, including the REDMI Smart Pen for note-taking and creative work, and the REDMI Pad 2 Pro Keyboard, which turns the tablet into a lightweight productivity device.