Xiaomi finally launched the Mix handset in India the Mi Mix 2. Here is the Mi Mix 2 review to give you an overview of how the handset performed, design, features, camera quality and battery life. Mix 2 is unique, extra ordinary and comes with a good price tag.
Mi Mix 2 is one such premium smartphone that will silence the critics who always complain about the design – this phone looks like that, that phone looks like this, same design, need something new, blah, blah. Mi Mix 2 is designed by Xiaomi and this handset looks awesome, Xiaomi has indeed created a new design pattern for the world to follow.
Mi Mix is a perfect blend, it has got that enchanting look, will grab attention and inside its a Beast – very powerful processor, gives a really smooth experience. I have never enjoyed MIUI as much as I did on the Mix 2, buttery smooth and probably it was the design and the screen that further enhanced the overall experience.
The screen is stretched up, right to the top, you get a 18:9 aspect ratio and even with a 5.9 inch screen the handset size is similar to smartphone with 5.5 inch screen. Front camera has been moved down and some new technologies have been incorporated as per the design requirements like – Ultrasonic Magnetic Sensor, Chip on film to reduce chin size and all new guided earpiece design.
Mi Mix 2 features, specifications
Inside the box (unboxing the Mi Mix 2): Handset, user manual, warranty card, SIM Tray ejector PIN, data cable (USB to USB Type C), USB Type C to 3.5mm adapter, premium quality plastic case and travel charger 12V/1.5A
SAR Value : 0.88W/kg max
Body : Frame is made of aerospace grade aluminium alloy frame, 4 sided curved ceramic body, a little slippery – you need to be extra careful, excellent build and finishing and very comfortable to use and operate
SIM Type : Nano + Nano (dual SIM) there is no micro SD card support
Weight and Dimensions : 185 grams and thickness is 7.7mm
Screen : 5.99 inch, sunlight display, 18:9 aspect ratio, 2160 x 1080 pixels (FHD+) resolution, viewing angles, touch response and color reproduction are excellent
Connectivity : 4G, VoLTE (work on both SIM), WiFi, GPS, NFC and Bluetooth
Sensors : Accelerometer, Proximity, light, magnetic, pressure and gyro sensors
LED Notification : Yes, at bottom
OTG : Supported
RAM : 6GB (about 3.4GB free on first boot)
ROM : 128GB (about 112GB free on first boot)
OS : MIUI 8 based on Android Nougat 7.1.1
Mi Mix 2 Performance
CPU : Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 octa core powered @ 2.45 GHz
GPU : Adreno 540 GPU
Heating : Low
Max Battery Temperature : 36 degrees
Performance was buttery smooth, no lags and you will get the same performance when playing high end games, overall a delight using the Mi Mix 2.
Mi Mix 2 Benchmark
Antutu : 167840 / 70748
NenaMark3 : 59.7fps (4-3)
Multi Touch : 10 points
Disk Speed : 350 MB/s read and 221 MB/s write
Mi Mix 2 Gaming Review
Modern combat 5 and Asphalt games both worked smoothly. There was no lag and playing these games on a 18:9 gives a better gaming experience.
Mi Mix 2 Camera Review
Rear Camera : 12MP, PDAF, HDR, f/2.0, dual tone LED flash and 4 axis OIS
Front Camera : 5MP
Video Recording : 4K resolution
The Mi Mix 2 camera quality is above average. This is good to share on social networks and looks great even on a PC screen. The camera app comes with some camera frame option wherein you can change the aspect ratio – this means you can shoot a still image in 4:3, 16:9 or 18:9 aspect ratio. The shots in 18:9 mode looks cool.
Selfie also looks good, this handset can shoot 4K videos at 30fps, and 720p slow mo at 120 fps. Do check the sample images and do check the review video. The OIS is not that great for big movements like walking and recording videos.
Camera Rating : 4.1 out of 5
Mi Mix 2 camera samples
Some more..
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Other features
The finger print sensor on back is very fast and instantly unlock the device. The MIUI 8 based on Android 7 and is really smooth on the Mix 2. Plus there are many options like app lock, second space, dual apps and more.
Mi Mix 2 Battery Review
Battery capacity : 3400 mAh (Non-removable)
Charging Time : Charge – about 1 hour 16 minutes (18% to 100%) using the charger provided
Battery Life : 5 to 7 hours non-stop (moderate to heavy)
Daily usage battery life : One and One and a half day of mixed usage depending on your usage
Battery Test Results
Battery Temp at idle : 33 degrees
Running Benchmark app : 17 minutes / 5% / 36 degrees
Asphalt 8 + MC5 game play : 15 minutes / 4% / 35 degrees
4K video playback with full brightness (WiFi /4G on) : 18 minutes / 6% / 36 degrees
Do note that when using fast charger the battery temperature at time may go up to 45 degrees and that is normal.
Verdict
I guess the review cleared all your doubt. If you are looking for a premium handset then Mi Mix 2 is an excellent option for the price. One thing is for sure, once you get this handset you are going to get a lot of attention, I mean the Mi Mix 2.
Rating : 4.8 out of 5
Mi Mix 2 price in India is Rs. 35,999. Official Site.
Sajid Bhopal
That red hydrant valve is painted now.
Earlier it gives a good shot of colour details.
Nishad
Gogi, Don’t you think Mi Mix 1 was lot better than Mi Mix 2!! Mi Max 1 is superior in terms of Display and battery, isn’t it. No huge performance diff, in processors though.
Mahesh
One plus 5 is much better than this 8gb ram and also camera
Pradeep Bhaat
Both handsets are good, both powerful, camera agree is better on OP5 but the looks of Mi Mix 2 / wide screen cannot be matched. So all depends on your choice, I am happy with the Mi Mix 2 camera and am buying one today, I just love the handset look.
prashant
Mi says there is 18cart gold plated ring on camera is it true ??
Gogi Rana
Yes it is.
Sanjay
Mi Mix 2… Not very much interesting @37k. Why anybody will buy Xiaomi phone at this price where Camera is not so impressive and also No water proofing???? A dieheart fan of Xiaomi will also think 4-5 times to buy this!! Yes if they reduce the price at around 30k, then it will be interesting…
Raj
@Gogi, you have mentioned camera is above average, but photos looks awesome to me. They are very detailed. Dont know whats the reason behind all flagship phone skipping 3.5mm as we the users prefer using that. Manufactures should give preference what user is need. Carrying usb type C to 3.5mm converter is very annoying or buying bluetooth headset is burden to pocket.. That stupid Apple followed skipping 3.5mm port, seeing that all companies blindly following same. (Those who want to kick a** of apple raise their hand) Here all the users shouting not to skip 3.5mm port and separate SD card slot, but dont know why they are not listening.
Gogi Rana
The different between above average / excellent is minimal. For most it will hardly matter. Above average will look great on smartphone, tablets and even on PC. But when you zoom and look for minor details there is where you will notice difference, but as I said normal user will not go into so much details.
Srikanth
You have Given Excellent Camera Rating for Mi Max2 Camera that means Mi Max 2 Camera is Better Than Mi Mix 2?
Axn
Manufactures should give preference what user is need…… No… No….. No……. If yes….. Yamaha give center stand & kicker…. In R15……
Sajjan S Mann
No buy without 3.5 mm headphone jack & memory card slot. Will go in for LG V 30.
Shrikant
Again Above avg camera from Xiaomi phone. Xiaomi should start new R&D only on cameras. Whereas Huawei is way ahead in camera department. Honor 8 pro is still excellent choice at 26K(during Festive sale) or 30K(Normal price) having 6gb+128gb and 2K display with excellent camera near to dslr quality. At 36K price range no one can beat Nokia 8
Sanjay
LG G6 http://fkrt.it/oDLYYTuuuN is also very good deal @31k (after cash back). I had already bought Samsung Galaxy S7 @28300/- during BBD otherwise I would have bought LG G6 …
Parimal
But that red coloured hosepipe seems recently painted..
Saurav Soreng
You mean the hydrant shot
Chetan
For diwali may b
ismail
if only had there been a dual camera at d back..
Al
If only it had the 3.5mm jack, it would have been the perfect phone for the price
Sankalp
I was watching these Camera Samples… and then a surprise while scrolling down.. “some more” photos came into play. 🙂 😀
Sam
Awesome
Siva S
Hi Gogi,
In the camera section, second para. There is “720p slow mo”. What is meant by mo?
leo
Motion
samar
slow motion
Sankalp
“Slo mo” means “Slow Motion”
AS3
slow motion
Saurav Soreng
“mo”=Motion = slow motion video recording at 120 frames per second