High-end flagship, price cut in half, real fragrance or trap?
The smartphone market has always been a hot topic, and major manufacturers are constantly innovating to gain an advantage in hardware configuration and performance experience. Recently, a mobile phone known as a "high-end flagship" has attracted widespread attention, and its configuration is indeed amazing, but the price is significantly lower than when it was released, which has made many consumers excited. Is this phone an ideal choice for real fragrance, or a trap for manufacturers? Let's find out.
When it comes to this "high-end flagship" phone, the first thing that comes to many people's minds is the Redmi Note 11 Pro+. This mobile phone can choose up to 256GB storage + 8GB running memory, supports 1TB memory card expansion, plus a large 5000mAh battery, it does belong to the flagship-level hardware configuration.
When it was originally released, the price of the 256GB high-end version of the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ was around 1599 yuan, which is a very high price for a thousand-yuan machine. However, recently, this mobile phone has opened large-scale promotional activities in a number of e-commerce channels, and the price of the 256GB high-end version has been cut in half, reduced to 969 yuan, which is equivalent to a six-three discount promotion.
For consumers, the price of 969 yuan is indeed attractive. After all, to be able to buy such a high-configuration flagship model, the cost performance is too high. Many people have said that "it is really fragrant" and "must start". But some people wonder if there is anything hidden by the manufacturer? Why do you want to make such a big price reduction promotion for a new model that has just been released?
Let's start by analyzing the possible reasons why manufacturers do this. First of all, the timing of the release of the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ is awkward, and the new product release cycle at the end of the year is relatively close, and the sales may not meet expectations. Profit margins for high-end flagship models are limited, and manufacturers hope to reduce prices in exchange for larger shipments. It may be to clean up the old inventory and prepare for the launch of new products.
It is not excluded that manufacturers are doing some marketing strategies, such as "wool" by reducing prices, attracting a large number of users to buy first, and then using ecological and value-added services to make profits. After all, for manufacturers, the number of users is the most important.
What is the experience of this Redmi Note 11 Pro+ in action? I tried it myself.
Let's start with the camera experience. The phone uses a 100-million-pixel main camera, and the photo quality is really good. Whether it's in everyday scenes or night mode, the results are textured, with high detail preservation and a wide dynamic range. And the camera has a wide range of adjustment options, which can meet the shooting needs of different groups of people.
Next, let's talk about the gaming experience. The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 processor, which is considered a mid-to-high-end level in a thousand-yuan machine. With 8GB of RAM and liquid cooling, you can run the most massive AA masterpieces and popular mobile games smoothly. I tried "Genshin Impact" and "Honor of Kings", and the picture quality and special effects can be adjusted to the maximum, and the game experience is basically stutter-free and smooth.
As for the multitasking experience, 8GB of RAM is really strong enough, and I have more than 10 apps open at the same time, including video playback, web browsing, office software, etc., and the system is still very responsive, with no noticeable lag. This is definitely a big plus for heavy users who like to run multiple apps at the same time.
Let's talk about the flight experience. The large 5000mAh battery, equipped with intelligent navigation algorithm, can effectively extend the battery life. In my daily use scenario, I can basically meet the power demand for more than a day, even in high-power consumption scenarios such as playing games and watching videos, it can last for about 6 hours, which is very good.
In terms of storage space, the 256GB body storage is already abundant, and with the support for 1TB memory card expansion, the storage anxiety is completely negligible. I have a lot of games, videos, and documents in my phone, and I still have a lot of space left.
Finally, let's talk about the feel and design. This phone uses a curved glass body, which feels really good in the hand and is very comfortable to hold. Moreover, the fuselage is finely made, and the materials also give people a very high-end atmosphere. The overall design style tends to be simple and elegant, but some people may find it a bit boring.
Based on the above experience, it is not difficult to find that the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ is indeed a flagship phone with a high value for money. In terms of hardware configuration and actual performance, it has a good level, which is completely comparable to the flagship models of other brands.
Is the promotional price of 969 yuan really worth buying? We also need to compare other devices in the same price range.
For example, at the price of 1000 yuan, there are many new models that are also very good, such as realme realme GT Neo3, iQOO Neo6, Xiaomi 12X, etc., these mobile phones have their own highlights in terms of processor, camera, screen, etc., competing with Redmi Note 11 Pro+.
The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ does have an absolute advantage in terms of storage and battery capacity. If you're a heavy user with high storage space and flight time needs, then it's the best choice.
The Redmi Note 11 Pro+, as a model from last year, may not be as advanced as the new model in terms of features and system optimization. If you're an audiophile who has a high demand for a mobile phone experience, you may need to think twice.
Price is a very important consideration. 969 yuan is indeed a very attractive price, but if you have a budget of around 1500 yuan, those new models are also worth paying attention to.
The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ Premium is indeed a great value for money, but it's not foolproof. You need to weigh whether it's worth starting based on your actual needs and budget. If you have high requirements for storage space and battery capacity, and are price-sensitive, then it is definitely the best choice; But if you're looking for a higher level of mobile experience, or if you have enough budget, the new model is also worth considering.