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Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:5.99 inchesMain camera megapixels:12 MP & 12 MP

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.4

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

90%

5.4

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 96% of smartphones
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

25%

5.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.7

Camera

15%

3.7

Display

15%

5.5

Battery

10%

3.9

Software

10%

6.4

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

â–¼Worse than 91% of smartphones
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £400

Best rankings

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

25%

5.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.7

Camera

15%

3.7

Display

15%

5.5

Battery

10%

3.9

Software

10%

6.4

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

7.1

Design

5.4
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

60%

5.4

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

6.3
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
â–² Better than 52% of models
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor which is faster than processors in 52.3% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.9% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
RAM capacity
8 GB
â–¼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Internal storage
128 GB
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.8 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.8 GHz
â–² Better than 64% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.8 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 64.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 1% of models
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 8 Oreo
Android version
Android 8 Oreo
Android version
Android 8 Oreo
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
This smartphone runs Android version Android 8 Oreo which is older than that found in 96.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 1.7% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
no
Dark mode
no
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
This smartphone does not offer dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
12 MP & 12 MP
Main camera megapixels
12 MP & 12 MP
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 12 MP & 12 MP which is lower than that of 95.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.4
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 57.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 12.6% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
23.5 mm²
Main camera sensor area
23.5 mm²
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 23.5 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 73.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.4 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.4 µm
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.4 µm which is larger than in 92.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 4% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
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
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
5G connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
5.99 inches
Screen size
5.99 inches
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 5.99 inches which is smaller than the screens of 95.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2160 px
Screen resolution
1080x 2160 px
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2160 px which is lower than that of 75.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
403 ppi
Pixel density
403 ppi
â–² Better than 64% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 403 ppi which is higher than that of 63.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
Display type
IPS LCD
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Refresh rate
60 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
3,400 mAh
Battery capacity
3,400 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,400 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 95.1% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Charging speed
18 W
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
Wireless charging
yes
â–² Better than 75% of models
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
150.9 mm
Height
150.9 mm
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 150.9 mm which is shorter than 94.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
74.9 mm
Width
74.9 mm
â–² Better than 72% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74.9 mm which is narrower than 71.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.1 mm
Thickness
8.1 mm
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.1 mm which is thinner than 58.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.2% of smartphones.
Weight
191 g
Weight
191 g
â–² Better than 62% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 191 g which is lighter than 62.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
88,800 cm³
Device volume
88,800 cm³
â–² Better than 70% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 88,800 cm³ which is smaller than 70.2% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

246810TotalPerformance & HardwareSoftwareCameraConnectivityDisplayBatteryAudioDesign
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    2 x
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    1.4 µm
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 50% lower TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    9 W
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Has a front LED flash
    Front LED flash
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This smartphone features a front-facing LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 7.8% of smartphones include a front flash.
  • 50% lower TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    9 W
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • 2 more memory channels
    Memory channels
    4
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <2 – >4
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    4 x 2.8 GHz & 4 x 1.77 GHz
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.8 GHz & 4x1.77 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.8 GHz & 4x1.77 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 16.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.8 GHz
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% more L2 cache
    L2 cache
    1,536 KB
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <512 KB – >4.1k KB
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (1536 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    1,536 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 16.8% higher memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    29.9 GB/s
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <13.41 GB/s – >76.6 GB/s
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (29.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    29.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Has optical image stabilization
    Optical image stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    2 x
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <0 x – >3 x
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 0.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    Main camera pixel size
    1.4 µm
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    BSI sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Has a front LED flash
    Front LED flash
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This smartphone features a front-facing LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 7.8% of smartphones include a front flash.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    Multi-lens front camera
    yes
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    Number of flash LEDs
    2
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    Dual-tone LED flash
    yes
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.0
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    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
  • 1 more external displays supported
    External display support
    2
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <0 – >2
    This smartphone supports more external displays than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone supports 1 external displays.
    2 vs 1
  • 2% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    403 ppi
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (403 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    403 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 12.7 mm shorter
    Height
    150.9 mm
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (150.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    150.9 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1.1 mm narrower
    Width
    74.9 mm
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74.9 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74.9 mm vs 76 mm
  • 2.7% lighter
    Weight
    191 g
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <175 g – >256 g
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (191 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    191 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.2 mm thinner
    Thickness
    8.1 mm
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8.1 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    60 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • No 5G connectivity
    5G connectivity
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    12 MP & 12 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 32% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,400 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3400 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,400 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 0.68 inches inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    5.99 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.99 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 16.2% worse value for money
    Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S (8GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.31 vs 7.3).
    6.31 vs 7.34
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S (8GB + 128GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 53.9% more expensive
    Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S (8GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£400 vs £260).
    £400 vs £260
  • 50% less storage
    Internal storage
    128 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 25.3% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    710 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (710 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    710 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 66.7% larger process node
    Process node
    10 nm
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (10 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    10 nm vs 6 nm
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    Maximum RAM
    8 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • Worse processor
    Processor model
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 20.2% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    8,604
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <7.1k – >15.9k
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (8,604 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    8,604 vs 10,783
  • 47.1% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    498
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (498 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    498 vs 942
  • 32.1% slower memory speed
    Memory speed
    1,866 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1866 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,866 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 50% less L3 cache
    L3 cache
    2048 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <1k KB – >8.2k KB
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 68.1% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    1,222
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <975 – >12.4k
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (1,222 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    1,222 vs 3,825
  • 53.9% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    1,437
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <661 – >11.1k
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,437 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,437 vs 3,115
  • 58.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    511
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <313 – >4.7k
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (511 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    511 vs 1,226
  • 23.1% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    1947
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1947 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,947 vs 2,533
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    Android version
    Android 8 Oreo
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 8 Oreo vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 8 Oreo vs Android 14
  • No location privacy controls
    Location privacy
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    App tracking protection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    Focus mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    Camera/mic privacy
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    Wi-Fi password sharing
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    Battery health monitoring
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Lacks dark mode
    Dark mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    This smartphone does not support dark mode, the average smartphone does. 95.8% of smartphones have dark mode.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    App offloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    Scrolling screenshots
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    Theme customization
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    Offline voice commands
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    Play while downloading
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    Dynamic theme
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    Extra dim mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    Main camera megapixels
    12 MP & 12 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <10 – >100
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    5 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (5 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    5 MP vs 16 MP
  • 26.6% smaller main camera sensor area
    Main camera sensor area
    23.5 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (23.5 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    23.5 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 19.2% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    DxOMark Mobile score
    97
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <89 – >153
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (97 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    97 vs 120
  • No slow-motion recording
    Slow-motion recording
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartphone does not support slow-motion recording, the average smartphone does. 90.3% of smartphones offer slow-mo features.
  • No timelapse video
    Timelapse video
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    This smartphone does not support timelapse video, the average smartphone does. 92.3% of smartphones include timelapse modes.
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    This smartphone does not have a manual focus mode, the average smartphone does. 91.2% of smartphones offer manual focus.
  • No continuous autofocus in video
    Continuous autofocus in video recording
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This smartphone does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average smartphone does. 94.2% of smartphones have continuous AF.
  • No manual exposure control
    Manual exposure
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    This smartphone does not offer manual exposure control, the average smartphone does. 94% of smartphones have manual exposure.
  • No 5G connectivity
    5G connectivity
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.0
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    IPS LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    60 Hz
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.68 inches inch smaller screen size
    Screen size
    5.99 inches
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.99 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 33.2% lower screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    441 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (441 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    441 nits vs 660 nits
  • 481 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    519 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (519 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    519 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Lower screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1080 x 2160 px
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2160 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2160 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Worse display glass type
    Display glass type
    Corning Gorilla Glass 4
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 4 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 4 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 32% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,400 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3400 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,400 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 62.5% slower wireless charging speed
    Wireless charging speed
    7.5 W
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >50 W
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (7.5 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    7.5 W vs 20 W
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    Charging speed
    18 W
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • 6 year/s older release date
    Release date
    2018
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2018 vs 2024). 6.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    March 2018
    2018 vs 2024

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11/05/2018
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14/05/2018
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07/06/2018
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27/03/2018
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09/06/2018
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25/05/2018
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16/05/2018
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23/01/2023
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07/10/2024
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25/04/2018
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10/07/2018
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22/05/2018
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07/10/2024
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23/05/2018
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28/08/2018
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08/08/2018
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03/08/2018
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24/05/2018
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17/05/2018
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22/05/2018
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22/05/2018
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17/05/2018
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26/03/2018
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What we like about Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S (8GB + 128GB)

  • Impressive, clean, and stylish ceramic design and build quality, often compared favorably to more expensive flagships.
  • Excellent, bright 5.99-inch Full HD+ LCD screen with minimal bezels and no notch, providing an immersive viewing experience.
  • Very fast and smooth performance powered by the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor and ample RAM (6GB or 8GB).
  • Capable rear dual-camera system that takes high-quality still photos, performs well in low light, and has fast autofocus.
  • Support for Qi wireless charging and Quick Charge 3.0 wired fast charging, which users find convenient.
  • Good implementation of gesture navigation as an alternative to traditional on-screen buttons.
  • Generally good battery life, lasting a full day with regular use.
  • Excellent value for money compared to other flagship phones with similar specs.
  • Includes a protective case in the box.

What we don't like about Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S (8GB + 128GB)

  • Awkwardly placed 5MP front-facing camera at the bottom right, requiring the user to turn the phone upside down for better selfies.
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack (an adapter is included in the box).
  • Not officially water or dust resistant (lacks an IP rating).
  • The ceramic back is extremely slippery and a magnet for fingerprints.
  • No option for expandable storage via a microSD card slot.
  • The display is an IPS LCD panel, which some reviewers find less vibrant and bright compared to AMOLED competitors.
  • MIUI software can be buggy, has an aggressive background app killer, and its settings menu can be confusing for some users.
  • Muted colors and limited dynamic range in some camera shots compared to top competitors like the Google Pixel 2 or Samsung Galaxy S9.
  • Video recording quality is good but stabilization could be better, and it lacks a 4K 60fps option.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Mi MIX 2S (8GB + 128GB) is a flagship-tier smartphone featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. Its primary appeal lies in the immersive 5.99-inch "all-screen" display with a minimalist bezel design and a premium ceramic build quality. A significant pro is the capable dual 12MP rear camera system, which offered improved low-light performance and AI-powered features for its time. However, common drawbacks included the awkward, bottom-right placement of the front-facing camera, a lack of official IP water resistance, and the absence of expandable storage or a traditional 3.5mm headphone jack. www.gsmarena.com www.trustedreviews.com www.techradar.com www.tomsguide.com

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