13 best smartphones Xiaomi

Brand Xiaomi unexpectedly became popular in almost all over the world. The Chinese have learned how to create inexpensive smartphones with decent technical features. And it does not bother people that such devices have a high defect rate, because the manufacturer saves on their testing. The range of the company has recently become indecently wide. Potential buyers may get confused, not knowing what to look for. That is why we decided to talk about the best phones Xiaomi. We will mention not only the representatives of the budget segment, but also the more expensive devices.

Ranking of the best Xiaomi smartphones

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
TOP best smartphones Xiaomi	1	Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S 6 / 128GB	33 380 ₽
	2	Xiaomi Mi6 128GB	29 770 ₽
	3	Xiaomi Mi Note 2 128GB	19 650 ₽
	4	Xiaomi Mi Note 3 6 / 128Gb	20 140 ₽
	5	Xiaomi Mi5S Plus 128GB	21 990 ₽
	6	Xiaomi Mi6X 4 / 64GB	15 599 ₽
	7	Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 6 / 64GB	15 090 ₽
	8	Xiaomi Mi Max 2 128GB	13 710 ₽
	9	Xiaomi Redmi S2 4 / 64GB	10 800 ₽
	10	Xiaomi Mi A1 64GB	11 785 ₽
	11	Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X 4 / 64GB	10 385 ₽
	12	Xiaomi Redmi 4X 32GB	11 479 ₽
	13	Xiaomi Redmi 5A 32GB	6 850 ₽

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S 6 / 128GB

Rating: 4.9

Many consumers believe that the Chinese are not able to endow their creations with advanced features. It seems that the majority of smartphones Xiaomi has a simple display, limited memory and a weak processor. But in fact there are a large number of exceptions to the rule. One of them is Mi Mix 2S. This smartphone will surprise some people not only with specifications, but also with appearance. The fact is that this is the so-called frameless smartphone. The 6-inch display used here occupies almost the entire area of ​​the front panel. The width of the frame around the screen is minimized. Interestingly, what is happening on the display is controlled by the operating system Android 8.0. If we recall the Xiaomi competitors, we previously wrote about the best Meizu smartphones - and none of the devices have received such a fresh version of the operating system!

The rest of the characteristics of Mi Mix 2S also can not but rejoice. The device has 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of permanent memory. Such volume may even seem excessive to some users! As for the processor, then in its quality is involved in the top eight-core solution from Qualcomm, the clock frequency of which can reach an impressive 2.8 GHz. In short, on such a smartphone, you can run any applications and games, reduce the level of graphics in the latter, and the system will not think!

It should be noted that the frameless device is sold for 37-45 thousand rubles. From such an expensive gadget you need a high-quality camera. And she is here. Under the two lenses are hidden 12-megapixel matrix. In this case, one of the lenses has a different focal length. That is, the user has a dual optical zoom! Well, the wide-angle module can boast a f / 1.8 aperture and optical stabilization. With this smartphone, you can take not only smart photos, but also 4K-video (with a frequency of 30 frames / s).

Perhaps talk about Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S can be forever. This unit is equipped with a set of high-speed wireless modules. It includes two slots for SIM-cards. The thickness of the device does not exceed 8.1 mm. Also available here unlock using face scan. If this method is not pleasant, then no one bothers to use a fingerprint scanner.But let's dwell on this, because our rating is not only about this smartphone! However, it is impossible not to mention the shortcomings of the device. Yes, they are here too! Basically, you can only complain about the display. It is made using IPS technology, while in this price segment you are waiting for the energy efficient AMOLED panel. The screen resolution is 2160x1080 pixels. Honestly, with such a diagonal I want something more. It should be noted, and the front camera - it can boast only a 5-megapixel module, which for such an expensive smartphone also seems insufficient.

Xiaomi Mi6 128GB

Rating: 4.9

The flagship of the Chinese company, existing in several versions. The most expensive is the version with a ceramic case. We recommend to pay attention to the usual option - you can buy it for 29-34 thousand rubles. If this amount seems too large to you, then pay attention to the amount of memory present here. 128 GB of built-in storage are used to store files - this is enough for movies, for music, and for many photos. Well, for the operation of applications are 6 GB of RAM - this is also more than enough.

It should be noted that the smartphone turned out to be very compact. It has an IPS-display, the diagonal of which is 5.15 inches, and the resolution - 1920x1080 pixels. Present on the front panel and indicator light events. I am glad that this time Xiaomi decided not to save on the front camera - it has an 8-megapixel resolution, which is quite enough for shooting high-quality selfies. Of course, the rear camera is more advanced. It consists of two lenses, under which are 12-megapixel sensors. Such a camera is able to blur the background beautifully, imitating the work of a mirror camera. Also, this module is capable of video recording with 4K resolution, albeit at a reduced frequency (30 frames / s).

The Snapdragon 835 processor provides the ideal system performance. This eight-core chipset was only considered a flagship of Qualcomm just a year ago. In short, there is enough power to solve any problems! Also, it should be noted the ideal set of wireless modules, which is part of Xiaomi Mi6. There is even Bluetooth 5.0 here, the existence of which many manufacturers of smartphones still do not suspect. It is proposed to access the Internet using a module that supports LTE-A of the 16th category. And even NFC is not forgotten here, so a smartphone can replace a bank card. In a word, this flagship was not in vain in our rating - it has no significant shortcomings.

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 128GB

Rating: 4.8

Another smartphone in our rating, which has 128 GB of internal memory. This volume is enough for storing 4K video, which can shoot a 22-megapixel rear camera. It should be noted that this video is written with a frequency of 30 frames / s. If you want to achieve greater smoothness, you will have to reduce the resolution to Full HD.The front-end is not the worst built in - its resolution is 8 megapixels.

The main feature of the device is its 5.7-inch display. The fact is that it was created using OLED technology. This is extremely unusual for Xiaomi products. The buyer is waiting for bright colors, well distinguishable even under sunlight, and low power consumption (especially after turning on some dark theme). The screen resolution is 1920x1080 pixels, which is quite acceptable for a price not exceeding 22 thousand rubles.

The smartphone can not be called particularly fresh, it was announced in the fall of 2016. That is why the default smartphone is running Android 6.0. Fortunately, the operating system can always be updated, but in terms of other characteristics, the device will definitely not disappoint. In particular, the customer will definitely appreciate the presence of the LTE-A category 12, an infrared transmitter, NFC, and a powerful Snapdragon 821 processor. I did not forget about the manufacturer and fingerprint scanner. In short, this is a wonderful device, which for a year and a half is not out of date.

Xiaomi Mi Note 3 6 / 128Gb

Rating: 4.8

The continuation of the line Mi Note turned out almost perfect. The cost of the smartphone almost did not grow - in Russian online stores for the device they ask for no more than 23 thousand rubles. At the same time, some characteristics of the device have improved. For example, Android 7.1 is already used as the operating system. The diagonal of the display has dropped to 5.5 inches, which made the device more compact. Resolution remained the same, and therefore the pixel density reached 401 PPI. Some disappointment is caused only by the fact that the screen was created using IPS technology, and not OLED - you should not wait for low power consumption.

If the predecessor used a conventional camera, albeit with a very high resolution, here it is double. Under the lens hiding 12-megapixel matrix. This implementation of the camera allows the system to highlight the subject, blurring the background. And still should please optical stabilization, thanks to which frames are lubricated less often. If we talk about the front camera, it has also changed - now it is a 16 megapixel module.

The smartphone is great for listening to music, as it is endowed with stereo speakers. You can reproduce it online - for this purpose, LTE-A and Wi-Fi 802.11ac modules are used. It should be noted that there is a Bluetooth 5.0 module here - still a rare guest in competitors' products. The Chinese company did not forget about the NFC chip, which allows using a smartphone as a bank card.

The smartphone provides a battery capacity of 3500 mAh. As it should be, it supports fast charging technology. The amount of memory here remains the same - however, it is a virtue, not a disadvantage. The eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 is used as a processor - it is not a top-end chipset, but it’s impossible to blame for the lack of power. Finally, there is a fingerprint sensor here.

Xiaomi Mi5S Plus 128GB

Rating: 4.7

Another smartphone from the Chinese company in our rating, which has 128 GB of permanent memory. In this case, the product has at its disposal a separate slot for a microSD memory card, as if someone would need it! Much more useful are the two slots for SIM-cards, since they allow you to combine tariffs of different operators. It feels in the hand of this device perfectly, not least due to the metal case. A fingerprint sensor is quickly groped on the back wall, there is also a double camera here. Interestingly, the resolution of both matrices has been reduced to 13 megapixels - in this respect, the device is superior to the much more expensive counterparts described above. Optical zoom is not here - double design is used exclusively to blur the background. Also such a camera can shoot 4K video.

The front panel is a haven for a 5.7-inch Full HD IPS display. Pixel density turned out to be quite high, albeit not a record. With a device cost of 22-23 thousand rubles. hardly anyone will complain about such a parameter. Above the screen you can find a single lens "frontal". Alas, but this is the weakest component of this model - under the optics there is a simple 4-megapixel sensor.

The number of disadvantages of the device just can not be attributed processor It is used as a quad Snapdragon 821, which a few years ago was considered the flagship chipset. Of course, under load it is able to heat up quite strongly. But how powerful he is! Nothing bad can be said about the battery, which has a capacity of 3800 mAh and support for Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging technology. As for the wireless modules, Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, LTE-A Cat.12 and NFC are included in the smartphone. Do not forget even the infrared transmitter that turns the device into an analogue of the remote control.

Xiaomi Mi6X 4 / 64GB

Rating: 4.7

A rare case when the company Xiaomi has become generous with at least five color options for the device. In particular, this is the only smartphone in our ranking that can be colored even pink! It is also the first, but not the last device, which has an adequate price tag - about 17 thousand rubles. At the same time, according to some characteristics, the smartphone is not inferior to the models discussed above. For example, here is installed the operating system Android 8.0, which is still rare. Also, everything is in order here with the IPS-display, the diagonal of which is 5.99 inches. Interestingly, the screen has an aspect ratio of 18: 9, with the result that instead of the traditional Full HD, the buyer is waiting for a resolution of 2160x1080 pixels.

Perhaps the main feature of the device is its camera. Under the two lenses are sensors with a resolution of 12 and 20 megapixels. The focal length of the optics is different, so the user is available two-time zoom. Be sure he will come in handy! A wide-angle lens can also boast a f / 1.75 aperture, which indicates a high luminosity. If you like to take selfies, then Xiaomi Mi6X will definitely please you! The fact is that this device has a 20 megapixel “front-end”!

Will delight the device and its wireless modules. Almost all of them belong to the latest standards. For example, Bluetooth 5.0 is used to connect a wireless headset or smart watch. Well, to access the Internet is used either LTE or Wi-Fi 802.11ac.

For the worse, the gadget differs only in the processor and memory size. But who doesn't have enough eight-core Snapdragon 660? Yes, and 64 GB of permanent memory - this is also a lot, competitors' products are often not able to boast of it.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 6 / 64GB

Rating: 4.6

This smartphone exists in four colors - from black to sky blue. In fact, Redmi Note 5 is one of the largest in our rating, since its front panel contains a display, the diagonal of which only slightly reaches 6 inches. The screen resolution is 2160x1080 pixels, which is a typical parameter for a device with a cost of no more than 17 thousand rubles. The display was created using IPS technology, so it’s impossible to find fault with viewing angles.

When designing this smartphone, the manufacturer tried to save. In this regard, the double camera used here is not very good. Under the lenses placed matrix with a resolution of 12 and 5 megapixels. Neither of which optical zoom is out of the question. But the background blur is not the best - the system regularly makes mistakes in determining the boundaries of the subject. The diaphragm also cannot be called ideal - it is revealed only to the value of f / 1.9. I am glad that at least the front camera is not so bad here - it has a 13 megapixel resolution.

What you can not fault, so it is to a set of wireless interfaces. Most of all, Wi-Fi 802.11ac and Bluetooth 5.0 will be useful to customers. Someone will use the infrared transmitter - it is needed to control the TV or speaker system. Only the lack of NFC grieves a little - we are used to the fact that this chip often appears in Xiaomi products.

All is well with the smartphone and processor. Eight-core Snapdragon 636 chipset is enough to solve absolutely any problem, including running heavy games. It is unlikely that someone will make a complaint to the amount of memory installed here. In short, the Chinese once again turned out a great gadget, so even with an attractive price tag!

Xiaomi Mi Max 2 128GB

Rating: 4.5

Another smartphone in our rating, with a huge amount of internal memory. It is also definitely the largest device - on its front panel there is a screen with a diagonal of 6.44 inches. At the same time, an expensive device is not - they ask for it from 16 to 18 thousand rubles. Therefore, it is easy to guess that such a large display has a resolution of Full HD. Very modest parameter with such a diagonal. Nevertheless, it is impossible to call the output image grainy, because the pixel density reaches a completely acceptable value of 342 PPI.

Even more, it seems, the manufacturer has saved on the cameras. This is most strongly felt on the front-facing, which has a 5-megapixel resolution. Under the lens of the rear camera hides a 12-megapixel sensor, the light on which enters through the aperture with an aperture of f / 2.2. Interestingly, even such a camera is capable of 4K video.

Otherwise, it is rather difficult to make a claim to the phablet. He got a Snapdragon 625 processor, consisting of eight cores. To access the Internet, high-speed LTE-A and Wi-Fi 802.11ac modules are used. To control TVs devoid of the function of Smart TV, will allow infrared transmitter. Well, the autonomous operation of this device is provided by a battery with a capacity of 5300 mAh, endowed with support for fast charging. It remains to add that Android 7.0 is used as the operating system here.

Xiaomi Redmi S2 4 / 64GB

Rating: 4.5

Another smartphone with Android 8.1 on board in our ranking. Perhaps this is one of the most inexpensive devices with this operating system - in Russia they are asked for from 13 to 16 thousand rubles. Of course, in its production, the Chinese company had to save. Because of this, the product received a modest 6-inch screen. It is made by IPS technology, so the viewing angles are maximum. But the resolution pleases not so much - it is only 1440x720 pixels. If you regularly use expensive smartphones and tablets, then you will definitely notice pixelation here. The flip side of this medal is the fact that the Snapdragon 625 processor does not have to strain in order to process a picture with this resolution. The eight-core chipset is enough for the eyes, the system literally flies! Also, the manufacturer did not have to build a capacious battery here, as 3080 mAh is quite enough to ensure the days of autonomous work. As a result, the weight of the device was 170 g, which is acceptable for such and such sizes.

Many potential buyers Xiaomi Redmi S2 are interested in what kind of camera is installed in it. Well, it’s not worth counting on 4K video recording - Full HD format with a frequency of 30 frames / s is available to the user as much as possible. The camera consists of two lenses, under which are matrices with a resolution of 12 and 5 megapixels. The diaphragm is not widely opened, so certain problems may occur in the evening. Oddly enough, much more happy "frontalka". It has a 16-megapixel resolution, which allows you to shoot successful selfie photos.

Savings are noticeable and a set of wireless modules. The manufacturer has abandoned NFC and infrared. Yes, and Wi-Fi is limited to the standard 802.11n, which does not suit the owners of brand new routers. Fortunately, the savings did not affect the memory - the user is waiting for 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of ROM. If additional space is needed to store videos or music, a separate memory card slot will come to the rescue. Present here and fingerprint sensor.

Xiaomi Mi A1 64GB

Rating: 4.5

Usually, the Chinese company Xiaomi installs MiUI branded shell on their smartphones. Some users don't like it at all. It is for these people created a model called Mi A1. This smartphone is part of the Android One series. This means that it functions under the control of the bare version of Android 7.1. From itself, Xiaomi has added only a few applications that no one forces to use.

In terms of technical characteristics, the smartphone is very good. For the same 12-14 thousand rubles. You can hardly find a more advanced device. The picture here is displayed on a 5.5-inch display with Full HD resolution. The screen is made using IPS technology, which indicates maximum viewing angles. Additionally, on the front panel, you can detect an indicator of events that gradually disappears from modern smartphones. There is also a front camera. Alas, it has only 5 megapixel resolution, so it is unlikely to be used often. But there are no complaints about the back camera. It is double, while the lenses have a different focal length, which allows using a double optical zoom at any time. The resolution of both sensors is 12 Mp. Only the diaphragm is confused, the value of which is only f / 2.2.

Otherwise, this is a typical smartphone from Xiaomi, sold for not the biggest money. However, to see support for Wi-Fi 802.11ac in such a device is quite unexpected. And the Snapdragon 625 processor is not yet received by every Chinese device. But without a fingerprint scanner does not do any Xiaomi smartphone, unless it belongs to the ultra budget segment.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X 4 / 64GB

Rating: 4.5

Another smartphone from Xiaomi, belonging to the line Redmi. This is one of the few devices in our ranking that has as many as five color options. It was announced in April 2017. Since then, its characteristics are not outdated, while the cost has decreased to 11-12 thousand rubles. For this money, the buyer will receive a device with a 5.5-inch IPS-display, endowed with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. Above the screen is a lens of a modest 5 megapixel camera. As for the main camera, its resolution is 13 megapixels. When shooting video, the user can count on 1080p format at 30 frames / s.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X is a rare case when MediaTek solution was used as a processor. The flagship Helio X20 with ten cores is more than enough to run any program or game. Nothing bad can be said about the amount of memory built in here. You can only regret that the slot for microSD is combined with the slot for the second SIM-card.

The wireless modules available here include LTE-A Cat.6, Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth 4.1. Not forgotten by the manufacturer and the infrared port that turns the smartphone into a remote control. Nothing bad can be said about the navigation chip - it works with American, Russian and Chinese satellites. Slightly saddened only the missing NFC - he would have allowed the device to pay for purchases. But on the other hand, a fingerprint scanner protecting confidential information has not gone away. Well, the autonomous operation of the device provides a battery capacity of 4100 mAh.

Xiaomi Redmi 4X 32GB

Rating: 4.4

This smartphone appeared in Chinese online stores in the spring of 2017. He immediately received the status of the budget. Now they ask him for no more than 13 thousand rubles. Such an inexpensive device could not get the best specs. In particular, the manufacturer decided to save on a 5-inch display, providing it with only HD-resolution. Also, he did not embed an advanced “front-end” here, limiting himself to a 5-megapixel module. But most of all, the buyer will be disappointed with the processor, which is used as a Snapdragon 435. For stable operation of the operating system itself and most of the programs of this eight-core chipset is enough. But in games, the built-in video accelerator Adreno 505 shows itself not from the best side - you have to reduce the level of graphics. Also, some restrictions on the user imposes memory - there are built-in 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of ROM. The slot for microSD is combined with a slot for a second SIM card.

Fortunately, the Chinese manufacturer did not save on everything. He gave his creation a capacious battery. And the rear camera is not as bad as it seems.Should please the buyer and a set of wireless interfaces, which includes LTE-A Cat.4, Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth 4.2 and an infrared transmitter. What is missing is the NFC chip, which in 2017 has not yet become the standard for Xiaomi products. Present here and fingerprint sensor, thanks to which the thief will not be able to unlock the smartphone.

Xiaomi Redmi 5A 32GB

Rating: 4.3

One of the most popular Chinese smartphones. Buyers can not resist the price, which is only 8-9 thousand rubles. It is clear that for this money it is foolish to expect from the smartphone the same characteristics that the devices discussed above possess. Nevertheless, many people have enough and reduced opportunities. And if the smartphone was bad, he would not collect positive feedback. In short, this model could not get into our rating.

Even such an inexpensive device received from Xiaomi 32 GB of internal memory. Need I say that this is enough for some people? Also, this product has a 13-megapixel camera, albeit with not the highest aperture. I could not get the device and LTE support, thanks to which Internet surfing is only a pleasure.

However, the manufacturer's savings are noticeable stronger than the advantages of the device. The Snapdragon 425 processor will reduce the level of graphics in many modern games. A 3000 mAh battery will not allow you to count on more than one day of battery life. Also there is no NFC, and the Wi-Fi module is limited to the 802.11n standard. Most of all, the lack of a fingerprint scanner is disappointing.

Conclusion

This is the list of the best smartphones released by the Chinese company Xiaomi. Each of the devices reviewed has one or other shortcomings - in the end, even flagships from more eminent competitors suffer from this. When choosing a device, we recommend first of all to think about what minuses you are willing to accept. In this case, the purchased smartphone will not disappoint you.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.