The Xiaomi Redmi K40 is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about handsets ahead of its launch, and a fresh leak has stirred new debate. Leaked photos of the phone's retail box suggest the company may follow Apple's lead and ship the device without a charger in the box. Here is what the leaks reveal so far.
Why the Xiaomi Redmi K40 leak matters
According to a report, two different retail boxes of the upcoming Redmi K40 appear in the leaked photos. The only visible difference is the size: one box is slightly thicker, while the other is slightly thinner.
That size gap has fuelled speculation that the thinner box ships without a charger inside. The company has not confirmed this, so it remains an unverified claim for now.
Expected specs and price
The leaks point to a handful of likely features, though Xiaomi has not officially detailed the phone. Based on the reports revealed so far, buyers can expect:
- A punch-hole AMOLED display
- The latest Snapdragon 888 processor
- A possible launch as soon as next month
- A price expected between Rs 33,000 and Rs 40,000
Beyond these points, little else has surfaced. No official launch date, price or feature list has been confirmed by the company.
The Apple charger backstory
When Apple launched the iPhone 12 without a charger last year, Xiaomi openly mocked the move. Not long after, the company followed the same path, releasing the Mi 11 in China without an in-box charger.
How the Mi 11 compares
The Mi 11 sets useful context for what Xiaomi has already shipped. It carries an initial price of 3,999 Chinese Yuan (about 45,019 rupees) and packs a high-end display and chipset.
| Specification | Mi 11 |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.81-inch quad-curved OLED |
| Resolution | 2K |
| Peak brightness | 1500 nits |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz |
| Touch sampling rate | 480Hz |
| Screen protection | Corning Gorilla Victus |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| Battery | 4,600mAh |
| Initial price | 3,999 Chinese Yuan (about 45,019 rupees) |
