The Realme 13 Pro and Realme 13 Pro+ debuted in August, with the Realme 13 and 13+ following shortly after in September. Though only a few months have passed since these launches, Realme is already working hard on the next generation. According to recent reports, the Realme 14 series may arrive sooner than anticipated. It could see an early launch in January in India. This timing is strategically aligned to rival the anticipated release of the Redmi Note 14 series. Since this is one of Realme’s biggest competitors in the numbered series, it’s natural for them to catch up with the momentum.
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Realme 14 Series Will Launch Earlier to Compete with Xiaomi in India
Realme reportedly planned to launch the new Realme 14 series February. However, the company has advanced the release to January. The change comes in response to Redmi’s anticipated Note 14 series debut. This strategic move aims to position Realme competitively in the market. Pricing for the upcoming Realme 14 models is expected to align closely with that of the preceding 13 series. It aims to maintain affordability while offering enhanced features. While specifications have yet to be disclosed, there is optimism around the Realme 14 devices. One interesting rumor points to the launch of the devices with Android 15 straight out of the box.
Realme’s forthcoming 14 series is anticipated to be priced around ₹30,000, positioning it directly against competitors such as the Redmi Note 14 Pro series and the POCO X7 Pro, both expected to launch a month earlier. While specific details remain limited, enhancements in-camera capabilities, performance, and battery capacity are anticipated. The devices are also expected to feature Realme UI 6.0 based on Android 15, offering users the latest software experience. By advancing the release schedule, Realme aims to establish a competitive edge in both performance and camera technology, striving to surpass its rivals in the mid-range smartphone market.
We expect more details to surface soon. If Realme is indeed planning an early 2025 release, we expect the brand to share more teasers and to bet on a heavy marketing campaign. After all, the mid-range numbered series is still among the most popular on Realme’s portfolio. Some rumors even suggest that Realme will skip the Realme 14 name for Realme 15 instead. However, we have to wait for confirmation.