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Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£790RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.36 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP

Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512GB)
8.5/10

Overall score

Score
8.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

90%

8.6

Technical score

10%

7.7

User score

★Better than 95% of smartphones
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

â–²Better than 78%
8.6

Technical score

Technical score
8.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

25%

8.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

9.3

Camera

15%

8.7

Display

15%

8.3

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

8.3

Connectivity

4%

9.1

Audio

3%

8.0

Design

★Better than 96%
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

5.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 78%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components:

25%

8.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

9.3

Camera

15%

8.7

Display

15%

8.3

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

8.3

Connectivity

4%

9.1

Audio

3%

8.0

Design

8.6
User score
User score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

5.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
5.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 52% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 5.7 points, which is higher than 51.9% of smartphones.
5.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

8.5

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

7.8
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor which is faster than processors in 90.4% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.3 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.3 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP which is higher than that of 72.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.6 & f/2.0 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.6 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 95.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
72 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 72 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 90.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.2 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.2 µm which is larger than in 83.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4.9% of smartphones.
2.4 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.36 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.36 inches which is smaller than the screens of 88.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.3% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1220x 2670 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1220x2670 px which is higher than that of 76% of smartphones.
Pixel density
460 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 460 ppi which is higher than that of 88.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,610 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,610 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 76.4% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
90 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 90 W which is faster than in 86.6% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 3.5% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
31 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 31 min which is faster than 92.6% of smartphones and equal to the time of 0.6% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
4
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 4 microphones, which is more than in 96.9% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.1% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
152.8 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 152.8 mm which is shorter than 92.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Width
71.5 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 71.5 mm which is narrower than 94.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.2 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.2 mm which is thinner than 51.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
185 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 185 g which is lighter than 78.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 2.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
86,336 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 86,336 cm³ which is smaller than 78.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3.2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3.2 x vs 0 x).
    3.2 x vs 0 x
  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2.73x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (90 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    90 W vs 33 W
  • 2.08x lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (12.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    12.5 W vs 6 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 37.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 7% better value for money
    Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.84 vs 7.3).
    7.84 vs 7.34
  • 2.08x lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (12.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    12.5 W vs 6 W
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 37.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (3x3.15 GHz & 2x2.96 GHz & 2x2.26 GHz & 1x3.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    3x3.15 GHz & 2x2.96 GHz & 2x2.26 GHz & 1x3.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 6x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2.99x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (76.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    76.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 3.73x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (4,567 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    4,567 vs 1,226
  • 3x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (12288 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    12,288 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2.64x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (6,685 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    6,685 vs 2,533
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 74.5% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4800 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 71.4% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (24 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    24 GB vs 14 GB
  • 2.49x higher 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark than the average smartphone (1,513 vs 608). The average score is 608.
    1,513 vs 608
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • 26.2% more transistors
    This smartphone has more transistors than the average smartphone (13000 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone includes 10300 million transistors.
    13,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Circle to Search, AI Image Expansion, AI Erase Pro, AI Portrait, AI Subtitles, AI Summary, AI Writing Assistant
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 3.2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3.2 x vs 0 x).
    3.2 x vs 0 x
  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.4 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2.4 binned
    1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 44.20x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    4320x24 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.6 & f/2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.6 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • 15% higher DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a higher DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (138 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    138 vs 120
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Has a pro camera setup
    This smartphone features a pro camera setup, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones include professional-grade camera hardware.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.2 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.2 vs 2.0
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 2,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (3000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    3,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 16.5% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (460 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    460 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 2x higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (480 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    480 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1220x2670 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1220x2670 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Gorilla Glass Victus 2 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 281.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1175 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,175 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 2.73x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (90 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    90 W vs 33 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 31 min faster GSMArena full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a faster GSMArena full wired charge time than the average smartphone (31 min vs 62 min). The average charge time is 62 min.
    31 min vs 62 min
  • 2.5x faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (50 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    50 W vs 20 W
  • 2x faster reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    10 W vs 5 W
  • Higher GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (13:56 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average score is 13:30 hour/s.
    13:56 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • 2 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    4 vs 2
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 4.5 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.5 mm vs 76 mm
  • 10.8 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (152.8 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    152.8 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 5.7% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (185 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    185 g vs 196.2 g
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 0.31 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.36 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • 7.8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4610 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,610 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 3.04x more expensive
    Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£790 vs £260).
    £790 vs £260
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    October 2023
    2023 vs 2024
  • 3.04x more expensive
    Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£790 vs £260).
    £790 vs £260
  • 4.2% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
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    Xiaomi 14
    the average smartphone
    Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.68 vs 8.000).
    7.68 vs 8
  • 5.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (900 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    900 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.31 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.4 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.36 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 7.8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4610 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,610 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    October 2023
    2023 vs 2024

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19/04/2024
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04/04/2024
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19/03/2024
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timesofindia.indiatimes.com
17/03/2024
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08/03/2024
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03/03/2024
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25/02/2024
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25/02/2024
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02/03/2024
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25/02/2024
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18/07/2024
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What we like about Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512GB)

  • Compact and pocketable flagship design that is comfortable for one-handed use
  • Exceptional 6.36-inch LTPO OLED display with up to 3,000 nits peak brightness
  • Highly capable triple 50MP Leica-tuned camera system providing excellent photography
  • Blazing fast performance powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and 12GB+ RAM
  • Incredibly fast 90W wired and 50W wireless charging speeds
  • Solid build quality featuring an IP68 water and dust resistance rating
  • Impressive stereo speakers with clear audio and good bass response

What we don't like about Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512GB)

  • Software experience marred by significant pre-installed bloatware and complex menus
  • Noticeable thermal throttling and heating during intensive gaming or prolonged use
  • Shortened software support cycle compared to main rivals Samsung and Apple
  • Occasional reports of lens fogging under specific temperature conditions
  • Camera focuses slowly in dark environments and lacks autofocus on the ultrawide lens
  • Limited availability in certain major markets, such as the United States
  • Glossy frames and glass backs are prone to fingerprint smudges and can be slippery

Verdict

The Xiaomi 14 (12GB + 512GB) is a powerful, compact flagship smartphone with a 6.36-inch LTPO AMOLED display featuring a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and 3,000 nits peak brightness, powered by the top-tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM with 512GB UFS 4.0 storage. A key highlight is the versatile Leica-engineered triple 50MP camera system, offering excellent photography with a main, ultra-wide, and 3.2x optical zoom telephoto lens, along with a 4610mAh battery supporting extremely fast 90W wired and 50W wireless charging, all within an IP68 dust and water-resistant aluminum frame. Potential drawbacks include performance throttling during sustained heavy gaming, the presence of some pre-installed bloatware apps, and no option for expandable storage.

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