Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 4G review

Design, build quality, handling

The Redmi Note 14 Pro 4G doesn't exactly shine in the design department. What we mean by that is that there is nothing particularly standout about the phone's looks. Of course, that is not necessarily a bad thing. In fact, we would call its design rather "classic". Definitely non-offensive in any way.

There is, unfortunately, quite a bit of writing on the back of the phone, which we aren't a huge fan of. Still, at least it is symmetrical, which we can appreciate.

The phone's body is nicely curved on both sides, making for a nice and comfy in-hand feel.

The Redmi Note 14 Pro 4G has a plastic back. There is nothing particularly special about the finish. It is just a bit soft to the touch and slightly silky. It does not attract fingerprints or dirt. However, there is no faux leather option like on the Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G model.

In terms of color options, you can choose between Midnight Black, Aurora Purple and Ocean Blue.

There is no hollowness to the back, which is good to see. In fact, the entire body of the phone, despite incorporating a plastic frame, feels very solid. There is practically no flex to the chassis.

This year, the Redmi Note 14 Pro pair saw a pretty big upgrade in its ingress protection rating. The 4G model isn't quite as durable as its 5G sibling, but it still has an IP64 rating compared to IP54 on the Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G. In case you were wondering, IP64 decodes to dust-tight and splash resistance. That means that the phone should survive a spray of water, but probably not submersion.

The front of the phone is covered with Gorilla Glass Victus 2, a nice little display protection upgrade since last year.

The plastic middle frame on the phone gives off a pretty convincing brushed metal look. It is quite thin, and so are the power and volume buttons. Still, these are easy enough to feel out and offer decent tactile feedback.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 4G

There is nothing on the left-hand side of the phone. In contrast, the top and bottom are quite busy. We have to point out the symmetrical speakers on both sides. Also, the fact that there is still an IR blaster on the Redmi Note 14 Pro 4G. We have to point out that unlike the Pro 5G model, which lost its 3.5mm audio jack, it is still present on the 4G model.

Speaking of controls, nothing is visible on the front of the phone. All the sensors are well hidden, most under the display. The display bezels aren't too large.

The Redmi Note 14 Pro 4G uses an in-display fingerprint reader. It is quite fast and accurate. We have no complaints about it.