Overall Score
57.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#4198)57.0
Performance(#3644)62.5
Camera(#4946)42.4
Display(#5672)70.5
Battery(#11927)43.5
Build(#9989)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Mi Play
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Mi Play features a compact design with dimensions of 147.8 x 71.9 x 7.8 mm and weighs 150g, making it easy to handle.
- Its 5.84-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 432 ppi.
- Powered by the Mediatek MT6765 Helio P35 chipset, the phone delivers decent performance with its octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 12 MP rear camera with PDAF and an 8 MP front camera, capable of recording video at 1080p.
- The 3000mAh battery supports 10W charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 9.0 (Pie), the software experience is standard for its release period.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is available in Dream Blue, Twilight Gold, and Black colors, offering some aesthetic variety.
- Notably, it includes a headphone jack, which is becoming less common in modern smartphones.
- Overall, the Xiaomi Mi Play is a well-rounded device for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.84"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2280 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~432 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6765 Helio P35 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/2.2, 1.25 μm, PDAFSecondary camera, (depth)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions147.8 x 71.9 x 7.8 mm (5.82 x 2.83 x 0.31 in)
Weight150 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsDream Blue, Twilight Gold, Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie)
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes