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Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£2,250RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:7.92 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP & 20 MP & 12 MP

Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha (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.

6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components

90%

6.6

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 53% of smartphones
4.9

Value for money

Value for money
4.9/ 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–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 99%
6.6

Technical score

Technical score
6.6/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components

25%

7.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.2

Camera

15%

8.3

Display

15%

5.2

Battery

10%

4.1

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

4.5

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

â–²Better than 50%
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 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 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £2,250
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.6/ 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–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

25%

7.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.2

Camera

15%

8.3

Display

15%

5.2

Battery

10%

4.1

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

4.5

Audio

3%

6.7

Design

6.6
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
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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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
4.9/ 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 99% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

4.9
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus processor which is faster than processors in 56% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.3% 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
2.96 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.96 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 75% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 10
Android version
Android 10
This smartphone runs Android version Android 10 which is older than that found in 88.8% of smartphones and equal to that in 5.1% 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
108 MP & 20 MP & 12 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 108 MP & 20 MP & 12 MP which is higher than that of 96.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 86.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
69.1 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 69.1 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 88.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 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
7.92 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 7.92 inches which is larger than the screens of 98.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
2088x 2250 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 2088x2250 px which is higher than that of 98.6% of smartphones.
Pixel density
388 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 388 ppi which is lower than that of 67.4% 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
?
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Battery capacity
4,050 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,050 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 89.6% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
40 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 40 W which is faster than in 52.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 1.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
N/A
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include 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
?
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
154.4 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 154.4 mm which is shorter than 91.4% of smartphones.
Width
72.3 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 72.3 mm which is narrower than 92.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
10.4 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 10.4 mm which is thicker than 89.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Weight
241 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 241 g which is heavier than 89.4% of smartphones.
Device volume
110,880 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 110,880 cm³ which is larger than 82.6% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 2.16x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (69.1 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    69.1 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (2088x2250 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    2088x2250 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 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
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 20 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 20 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 1.25 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7.92 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 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
  • 6 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (8 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    8 vs 2
  • 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
  • 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
  • 23.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.96 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 6 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (8 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    8 vs 2
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.96 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.96 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 24.2% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (31.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    31.79 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 2.16x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (69.1 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    69.1 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 20 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 20 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 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.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & 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/1.7 & f/2.0 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (2088x2250 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    2088x2250 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 1.25 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7.92 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 21.2% faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (40 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    40 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 3.7 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (72.3 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    72.3 mm vs 76 mm
  • 9.2 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (154.4 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    154.4 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 73.7% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (250 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    250 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 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.
  • 19% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,050 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,050 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • 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.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • 8.65x more expensive
    Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£2,250 vs £260).
    £2,250 vs £260
  • 49.1% worse value for money
    Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha (12GB + 512GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (4.92 vs 7.3).
    4.92 vs 7.34
  • 5.44x less popular
    Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 73.7% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (250 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    250 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4,096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4,096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Plus vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • 35% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (6,700 million vs 10,300 million). The average smartphone has 10,300 million transistors.
    6,700 million vs 10,300 million
  • 50% less L2 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L2 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 1,024 KB). The average smartphone has an L2 cache of 1,024 KB.
    512 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2,750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 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.
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 10 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 10 vs Android 14
  • Lacks focus mode
    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
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    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
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    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
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Worse front camera
    This smartphone has a worse front camera than the average smartphone. 99.9% of smartphones feature high-quality selfie cameras.
  • No manual focus mode
    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
    This smartphone does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average smartphone does. 94.2% of smartphones have continuous AF.
  • No manual exposure control
    This smartphone does not offer manual exposure control, the average smartphone does. 94% of smartphones have manual exposure.
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5 vs 5.2
  • 1.8% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (388 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    388 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 19% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4,050 mAh vs 5,000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5,000 mAh.
    4,050 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 22.8% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (241 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    241 g vs 196.2 g
  • 5 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2019 vs 2024). 5.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    September 2019
    2019 vs 2024
  • 2.1 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (10.4 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    10.4 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 13.4% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (110,880 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    110,880 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
Marques Brownlee
≈ estimated
28/02/2020
Hands-on prototype review · palm rejection and display tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi MIX Alpha is an impressive prototype, but palm rejection and edge glass problems still hold it back.
6.0
Mrwhosetheboss
≈ estimated
28/02/2020
Day-in-the-life test · full day of hands-on use
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi MIX Alpha is ahead of its time as a concept, but its execution isn't viable yet.
8.0
808 English
≈ estimated
14/08/2020
Hands-on review · battery, display and camera tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi MIX Alpha is a striking prototype with strong hardware, though its very high price holds it back.
6.0
TechZG
≈ estimated
29/09/2019
First look · store display impressions
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi MIX Alpha has a striking design, but it needs more refinement before it could become a mainstream phone.
Overview video
Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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gadgetmatch.com
29/02/2020
Summary of the review
Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha appears in public for the first time
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livemint.com
16/01/2020
Summary of the review
Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha first impressions: Can't touch this
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numerama.com
24/09/2019
Summary of the review
Xiaomi Mi MIX Alpha: Did we really need a screen all around a smartphone?
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futura-sciences.com
25/09/2019
Summary of the review
Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha: discover its stunning Surround Display
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xatakamovil.com
07/10/2019
Summary of the review
"We expect to start producing the Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha at the end of December": Lei Jun, Xiaomi CEO
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha (12GB + 512GB)

  • Futuristic and unique 'surround display' design (180.6% screen-to-body ratio) is visually stunning and generates excitement.
  • High-quality, premium build with materials like titanium alloy, ceramic, and sapphire glass camera covers.
  • Impressive camera system, particularly the 108-megapixel main sensor, which uses the entire screen as a large viewfinder for high-quality selfies.
  • Powerful internal hardware, including the Snapdragon 855+ chipset, 12GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage, which users find fast and capable.
  • Decent battery life, with a 4050mAh capacity and 40W fast charging, although it needs to power a massive screen.
  • Unique and appealing software features like the edge-lighting notifications and the flowing charging animation.
  • An immersive, bezel-less experience for media consumption.

What customers don't like about Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha (12GB + 512GB)

  • Extreme fragility and high susceptibility to damage (scratches, drops) because the phone is essentially all screen and cannot use a protective case.
  • Very high price point (around $2,500 at launch), making it largely unattainable for the average consumer and a niche concept product.
  • Software issues, such as occasional Chinese text in English menus on the stock ROM and an aggressive selfie filter, requiring custom ROM installation to fix.
  • The extra screen real estate is not fully utilized for practical multitasking and often feels more like a gimmick than a functional improvement.
  • Potential for accidental touches due to the wrap-around screen, despite software algorithms designed to prevent it.
  • Lack of expected modern features like wireless charging, waterproofing, and stereo speakers.
  • The camera bump makes the phone wobble when placed on a flat surface.

Verdict

The Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha was a groundbreaking 5G concept smartphone that featured an ambitious 7.92-inch flexible OLED "Surround Screen," wrapping almost entirely around the device for a futuristic 180.6% screen-to-body ratio. The core hardware included a Snapdragon 855+ processor, a substantial 12GB of RAM, and 512GB of UFS 3.0 storage. Its sophisticated triple-camera system was headlined by a pioneering 108MP main sensor, alongside a 20MP ultrawide and 12MP telephoto lens. The primary pros were its unparalleled, futuristic design and ultra-high-resolution camera, but it was ultimately a hyper-exclusive, non-mass-produced concept that was fragile and lacked official global availability.

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