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Xiaomi Mi 2#6197

Released: 2012

Xiaomi Mi 2

Overall Score

24.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6197)24.8
Performance(#4696)56.1
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#6192)18.9
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#5904)37.1
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Xiaomi Mi 2 features a compact design with dimensions of 126 x 62 x 10.2 mm and a weight of 145g, available in multiple colors including white, green, blue, and red.
  • Its 4.3-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 342 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
  • Powered by a Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset and a quad-core 1.5 GHz Krait CPU, it delivers solid performance alongside 2GB of RAM.
  • The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording at 30fps, while the front-facing camera is a basic 2 MP.
  • The battery capacity is 2000mAh, which does not support fast or wireless charging.
  • Running on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, it is upgradeable to 4.4.4 KitKat with MIUI 5 interface.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device has a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer.
  • It lacks stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio output.
  • Overall, the Xiaomi Mi 2 combines a decent build and performance with basic features suitable for its time.

Specifications

General

Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size4.3"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~342 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 320
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions126 x 62 x 10.2 mm (4.96 x 2.44 x 0.40 in)
Weight145 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsWhite, green, blue, red
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.4 (KitKat), MIUI 5
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer