Redmi Note 15 Pro+ Review | Rugged build, balanced performance in place of future-ready specs

Redmi Note 15 Pro+ brings durability, camera clarity and battery innovation to the forefront. The faux leather design, Titan Structure build and IP69K rating make it stand out

The ₹35,000-₹40,000 segment is one of the trickiest to navigate in India as gadget brands strive to deliver flagship-killer performance at a reasonable price. The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ falls comfortably in this segment, starting at ₹37,999. Redmi has also launched the Redmi Note 15 and Redmi Note 15 Pro recently, priced at under ₹30,000. But it is the Pro+ that aims to push the boundaries with better durability, camera clarity and battery innovation. In this review, I explore what makes this phone a true Pro+ and how it fares against rivals like the OnePlus Nord 5, Vivo V60 and Realme 16 Pro+.

The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ immediately feels premium. The dual-tone finish, especially in the Mocha Brown variant paired with a faux leather back, adds sophistication. The aluminium frame enhances rigidity, and the floating volcanic camera deco balances the rear visually. It does not look like a typical mid-range device.

That said, the phone is big. Measuring 163.34mm x 78.31mm and weighing around 208g, it feels slightly heavy in hand. One-handed usage can be uncomfortable at times. Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protects the front, and Redmi’s Titan Structure reinforces the internals for better drop resistance.

Port placement remains standard. Power and volume buttons sit on the right. The bottom houses the USB-C port, SIM tray and speaker grille. The in-screen fingerprint sensor is fast, and AI face unlock works reliably. What truly stands out is the IP66, IP68, IP69 and IP69K certification. Very few devices in this price range offer this level of dust and water resistance.

The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ features a 6.83-inch 1.5K CrystalRes AMOLED display with a resolution of 2772x1280 pixels. It supports up to 120 Hz refresh rate, 12-bit colour depth, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision. Peak brightness goes up to 3,200 nits. In daily use, the panel looks sharp and vibrant. Outdoor visibility is excellent, and the 3,840 Hz PWM dimming ensures comfortable viewing during long sessions.

Compared to the Vivo V60’s Full HD+ AMOLED panel, Redmi’s 1.5K resolution offers better sharpness. While the Realme 16 Pro+ boasts higher claimed brightness, Redmi strikes a balance between clarity and colour accuracy. The 480 Hz touch sampling rate with 2,560 Hz instantaneous response makes scrolling and gaming responsive. For content consumption and everyday interaction, the display stands confidently in this segment.