Overall Score
57.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#1508)57.6
Performance(#2121)80.1
Camera(#868)81.5
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4208)26.3
Build(#69)96.4
Connectivity(#2038)65.6
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Mi 6
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Mi 6 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, complemented by a stainless steel frame, measuring 145.2 x 70.5 x 7.5 mm and weighing 168 grams.
- Its 5.15-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 428 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, featuring an octa-core CPU and Adreno 540 GPU, ensuring smooth multitasking with options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM.
- The dual rear camera setup includes a 12 MP wide lens with OIS and a telephoto lens capable of 2x optical zoom, delivering quality images and 4K video recording.
- The 8 MP front camera captures decent selfies, although it lacks advanced features.
- A 3350 mAh battery supports 18W fast charging but does not offer wireless charging.
- Operating on Android 7.1.1 with MIUI 8, it is upgradable to Android 9.0, providing a user-friendly interface.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C, while the absence of a headphone jack may be a drawback for some users.
- The stereo speakers enhance audio quality, making it suitable for media consumption.
- Overall, the Xiaomi Mi 6 combines solid performance, a premium build, and capable camera features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionFor Global market
Display
Size5.15"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~428 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.45 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 540
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.9", 1.25µm, PDAF, 4-axis OIS12 MP, f/2.6, 52mm (telephoto), 1.0µm, AF, 2x optical zoom
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3350 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3350 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions145.2 x 70.5 x 7.5 mm (5.72 x 2.78 x 0.30 in)
Weight168 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), glass back, stainless steel frame
ColorsCeramic Black, Black, Blue, White
Foldable✗
SAR0.41 W/kg (head) 1.55 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), MIUI 8
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer