Overall Score
54.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#6189)54.5
Performance(#11347)54.3
Camera(#6229)42.1
Display(#5637)70.5
Battery(#11908)43.5
Build(#9982)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Mi 2S
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Mi 2S features a compact design with dimensions of 126 x 62 x 10.2 mm and a weight of 145g, available in multiple color options.
- Its 4.3-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 342 ppi.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset and a quad-core 1.7 GHz CPU, it delivers satisfactory performance for everyday tasks.
- The device is equipped with an 8 MP rear camera on the 16 GB version and a 13 MP camera on the 32 GB version, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps.
- Battery capacity is 2000 mAh, supporting basic usage without fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 4.1 with MIUI 5, it can be upgraded to Android 4.4.4, offering a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The phone does not feature stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the Mi 2S combines a solid build with reliable performance and camera capabilities for its time.
- Special features include a variety of color options and expandable storage, enhancing user customization.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size4.3"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~342 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPUQuad-core 1.7 GHz Krait 300
GPUAdreno 320
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.2 (16 GB version)13 MP, f/2.2, AF (32 GB version)
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps, 720p@90fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions126 x 62 x 10.2 mm (4.96 x 2.44 x 0.40 in)
Weight145 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack/white, black/blue, black/yellow, black/green, black/pink
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.4 (KitKat), MIUI 5
OS VersionAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.4 (KitKat), MIUI 5
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes