New xiaomi phone. Rating of the best Xiaomi smartphones: solutions for every taste

Xiaomi is often referred to as one of the most successful startups in the world. In just a few years, an unknown Chinese brand has grown into a multi-billion dollar corporation with a significant share of the smartphone market.

The key advantage of goods from the Middle Kingdom is a very low cost with relatively good technical characteristics. Today we will try to determine the best Xiaomi flagship of 2018-2019, as well as tell you all the details about the upcoming main novelty of the company - Xiaomi Mi7.

Xiaomi Mi6

• Screen: IPS, 5.15” FullHD;
• Memory: RAM - 6 GB, internal storage - 32/64 GB;
• Camera: main - dual module 12 + 12 Mp, front - 8 Mp;
• Battery: 3350 mAh.

Mi6 can be called one of the most budgetary flagships, while the smartphone can seriously compete with top models from Samsung or LG. The key advantage of this device is its low price combined with very good technical characteristics. At the same time, Mi6 itself is quite beautiful and comfortable, although it does not have a frameless display.

The body of the flagship consists of an all-metal frame and two glass panels that cover the opposite panels of the gadget. The glass flows smoothly into the metal frame, so holding the Mi6 in your hands is a pleasure. The smartphone has a small (by today's standards) display, but this is only a plus for him. Such a device can easily fit into any pocket, it is very convenient to operate it with one hand (which is clearly not the case with most phablets). Externally, Mi6 most closely resembles Huawei P10, Xiaomi has almost the same dual camera on the back and a very similar front panel.

The design of the Mi6 was not without controversy. Firstly, the manufacturer decided to abandon the 3.5mm headphone jack. Instead, you will have to use the Type-C adapter from the kit. Secondly, the Mi6 is claimed to be splash-proof only, which means that after a long immersion under water, the phone may become unusable. It is not entirely clear why then Xiaomi got rid of the minijack for the sake of incomplete moisture protection.

The flagship received a pretty good IPS matrix with FullHD resolution. The Mi6 screen, of course, cannot compete with the same Samsung Galaxy S8, but for its price category it is very good. There is a large supply of brightness, good color reproduction and wide viewing angles. The pixel density is 428 units per inch.

The device is based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, Mi6 also endowed with 6 GB of RAM and 64/128 GB (different versions) of permanent memory. In AnTuTu, the flagship scores about 175 thousand points, which is one of the best results even in the highest price category. Of course, you will not see any problems with the operation of the interface or games. Thanks to the 10nm processor, the smartphone saves battery power, it will last for 1.5 days of normal use.

The main dual camera Mi6 performs well in testing under different lighting conditions. It uses two 12 megapixel photosensors - Sony IMX 386 and Samsung S5K3M3, there is a portrait shooting mode. In general, Mi6 can be called one of the best in terms of photo quality in its price category.

Conclusion: Mi 6 is the best flagshipXiaomi 2018-2019. Especially the device will appeal to gamers who want to buy a good gaming device for the lowest price. Cons - the lack of a headphone input, poor moisture protection and heating under high load.

Xiaomi Mi Note 3

• Screen: IPS, 5.46” FullHD;
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 (2.2 GHz);
• Memory: RAM - 6 GB, internal storage - 64/128 GB;
• Camera: main - dual module 12 + 12 Mp, front - 16 Mp;
• Battery: 3500 mAh.

If you like the design of Mi6, but need a bigger display, we recommend buying Mi Note 3. This is, in fact, the same famous flagship only in phablet format. The similarity in appearance of the two models can hardly be called a disadvantage, judging by the successful launch of Mi6 around the world, the design of the device clearly appealed to buyers.

The only drawback of the Mi Note 3 is the overly slippery glass panels. If in the case of the Mi6 it was not noticeable (due to the smaller dimensions), then there is a serious danger of the phablet slipping out of the hands. Therefore, we recommend that you immediately add the silicone bumper to the list of accessories for purchase. By the way, the phablet also lacks a headphone jack.

The production of new IPS matrices for Mi Note 3 was carried out by JDI. Due to the rather saturated colors, it may seem that the classic SuperAMOLED matrix is ​​​​used inside the smartphone. If desired, the color rendering parameters can always be adjusted in the settings.

In synthetic performance tests, the Snapdragon 6xx processor scores about 110 thousand points (AnTuTu). The result is good, especially for this price category. At the same time, the phone does not heat up under high loads, as was the case with Xiaomi Mi6. Due to the larger battery, Mi Note 3 may well last up to two days in mixed use. There is support for Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0.

In terms of image quality, the phablet also practically does not differ from the flagship Mi6, it uses the same photosensors in the dual main camera. But the front camera has a higher resolution - as much as 16 megapixels. The only downside of the Mi Note 3 when it comes to photography is that the portrait mode doesn't quite work right. Most likely this is due to the "dampness" of software frame processing algorithms.

Conclusion: Xiaomi Mi Note 3 should be called Mi 6 Plus, it's really hard to find any differences between a flagship and a phablet. The model can be considered as a potential top purchase of 2017, if, of course, you are not afraid of large displays.

Xiaomi Mi Note 3

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2

• Screen: IPS, 5.99” FullHD+;
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (2.45 GHz);
• Memory: RAM - 6 GB, internal storage - 64 GB;
• Camera: main - 12 MP, front - 5 MP;
• Battery: 3400 mAh.

Who would have thought that Xiaomi would become the company with the first mass-produced frameless smartphone. The first generation of the Mi Mix line caused a real sensation in the smartphone market, although the device itself was very far from ideal. This time, the manufacturer took up the correction of their mistakes and presented the Mi Mix 2 to the public.

The first thing that was fixed was the diagonal of the display. The predecessor Mi Mix 2 was too bulky, so the screen size was reduced to an acceptable six inches. The device has become much lighter, and it is now more convenient to hold it in your hands. The changes also affected the conversational dynamics. Now the model uses a regular narrow speaker, as Mi Mix users constantly complained about the poor vibration sound transmission system.

The display of Mi Mix 2 is still pure delight - it looks so unusual against the background of other smartphones. In terms of aesthetics, Mi Mix 2 can only be compared with the frameless Samsung Galaxy S8 of 2017. The level of brightness and color reproduction is quite acceptable here, except that the picture sometimes “falls” into warm colors. In the settings, you can enable automatic contrast, which will change depending on the ambient light.

The latest Snapdragon 835 processor has achieved flagship-level performance, as confirmed by synthetic benchmarks. The animation of the interface is extremely smooth, the same goes for games. In WoT: Blitz, the device maintains a stable frame rate of 60 fps at maximum graphics settings. It is noteworthy that the battery capacity of the novelty has decreased by as much as 1000 mAh since its predecessor – up to 3400 mAh. It is difficult to call Mi Mix 2 a long-liver, it will last a maximum of one day without an outlet in mixed mode.

Mi Mix 2 uses a 12-megapixel sensor from Xiaomi Mi6, although the lens optics are worse (f / 2.0 vs. f / 1.8 in Mi 6). There is optical stabilization. In place of the front camera was a simple budget 5-megapixel sensor. In general, the Mi Mix 2 shoots rather mediocrely, with the flagships the phone will definitely not withstand the competition.

Conclusion:XiaomiMiMix 2 is worth buying if only because of the design of the smartphone. The model will cost less thanSamsungGalaxyS8 2017, but it shoots worse.

What will be Xiaomi Mi7?

The future Xiaomi flagship will be shown only at the end of next month, but the web already has the first renders of the novelty. Judging by the photo, we are expecting a really frameless phone with a large widescreen display. Externally, the new flagship is most reminiscent of an inverted Mi Mix 2 with thinner frames.

According to insiders, Mi7 will also receive a dual camera, wireless charging and a fingerprint scanner on the back cover. However, the main innovation of the model will be the yet-to-be-released flagship Snapdragon 845 processor.

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Recently, Chinese smartphone manufacturers have been bustling with activity. And it is worth emphasizing the fact that before they were little trusted, since it was believed that Chinese technology was short-lived. Now people have changed their point of view. And not in vain. After all, there are companies that combine high quality, reliability and low price in their products. To date, mobile phones from the Xiaomi brand are popular with many users. And we believe that writing a rating of these devices will be more than ever welcome.

Xiaomi Redmi 3S

Relatively new smartphone. He recently went on sale, but has already managed to establish himself well in the world market. If you understand cell phones, then you will agree that this model is the best budget employee. It is equipped with a fingerprint sensor, a beautiful body, a compact 5 inch screen and many other features that make it stand out among devices in this price category.

Some characteristics:

• OS Android 6.0 Marshmallow;
• Support for 2 SIM cards;
• Main camera -13 MP;
• Battery capacity - 4100 mAh;
• ROM - 32 GB.

Advantages:

• Compromise price;
• Attractive appearance;
• High functionality;
• Enough RAM for gaming.

Disadvantages:

• No backlighting of touch buttons;
• Slippery body.

Xiaomi Mi Mix

On the ninth step of our rating is a relatively expensive Xiaomi phone - Mi Mix. Its price varies around 60,000 rubles. But behind this price lies a pretty tasty stuffing. For example, 6.4 inch screen. Although many users will find this size inconvenient, since it requires the participation of a second hand. The device supports 128 GB of memory, 4G and has a 4400 mAh battery, which results in a weight of 209 grams.

Some characteristics:

• Android 6.0;
• Battery capacity - 4400 mAh;
• RAM - 4 GB;
• ROM - 128 GB;
• Main camera - 16 MP;

Advantages:

• Very powerful battery, operating time without recharging - 2 days;
• Smooth and fast operation.

Disadvantages:

• High price;
• Big screen;
• Heavy.

Xiaomi Mi Max

The Chinese company not only often replenishes existing lines, but also opens new ones. Xiaomi Mi Max is a pioneer in this line. He appeared quite recently, but is already stubbornly breaking into the lead. This allows him to make autonomy and performance. Without the slightest sign of freezing, it pulls the work of 10 applications. Has a good battery. But not all users like its large screen, however, this is probably the biggest disadvantage of the smartphone.

Some characteristics:

• Support for 2 SIM cards;
• Battery capacity - 4850 mAh;
• RAM - 3 GB;
• ROM - 32 GB;
• Rear camera - 16 MP;

Advantages:

• Good combination of price and quality;
• Powerful battery;
• Nimble work with several applications at the same time.

Disadvantages:

• One slot for a second SIM card and MicroSD, you have to choose one thing.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X

Seventh line of our rating. It is this smartphone that has a powerful processor, thanks to which it can run many applications at the same time, while maintaining smooth operation. It has a pretty good 4000mAh battery, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.

Some characteristics:

• OS Android 6.0 Marshmallow;
• RAM - 4 GB;
• ROM - 64 GB;
• Battery capacity - 4000 mAh;
• The main camera is 13 MP.

Advantages:

• Elegant appearance;
• Updated OS;
• There is a fingerprint sensor.

Disadvantages:

• Few accessories for this model.

Xiaomi Redmi 4

Have you noticed that Xiaomi has released more cell phones in the last year than Apple has in 10 years? The most interesting thing is that each subsequent smartphone is better than the previous one, and the price does not increase significantly. Redmi 4 has no analogues from other manufacturers because of this, it became interesting for users and got into the ranking of the best phones of 2016 and 2017.

Some characteristics:

• Screen - 5 inches;
• Battery capacity - 4100 mAh;
• RAM - 2 GB;
• Main camera - 13 MP;
• Support for 2 SIM cards.

Advantages:

• Pulls games without difficulty;
• Reliable metal case;
• Holds a charge for a long time.

Disadvantages:

• Some words from the Settings section are not translated into Russian.

Xiaomi Redmi 3 Pro

The name itself, namely the Pro part, indicates that this device is a professional version of its predecessor. Over time, the company managed to fix the shortcomings of Redmi 3, increase the memory and update the interface. They put all this into a new professional version of the smartphone, which is now knee-deep. It easily launches games and applications. It is believed that he has the perfect tandem of RAM and processor model.

Some characteristics:

• Android 5.1;
• Screen - 5 inches;
• Rear camera - 12 MP;
• Battery capacity - 4050 mAh;
• RAM - 3 GB.

Advantages:

• Excellent battery life;
• High-quality photos in any lighting;
• Decent design unlike any other brand.

Disadvantages:

• The quality of the front camera is lame;
• Touchscreen freezes while charging.

Xiaomi Redmi Pro

When this phone was introduced, most of the news headlines said: “New smartphone with dual camera from Xiaomi is out.” For the Chinese, this was a real breakthrough, which pushed Redmi Pro to fourth place in our ranking. In addition, the device has a powerful MediaTek Heilo X20 chipset. Ten cores of the chip run various applications, and 3 GB of RAM keep them running smoothly.

Some characteristics:

• OS Android 6.0
• Screen - 5.5 inches;
• RAM 3/4 GB;
• ROM - 32/64/128 GB
• Battery capacity - 4050 mAh;
• Main camera - 13 MP;
• Front - 5 MP.

Advantages:

• Metal body;
• Dual camera;
• Fingerprint sensor;
• Large amount of storage;
• Ten core chipset.

Disadvantages:

• Few accessories.

Xiaomi Mi Note 2

The third place was deservedly taken by Mi Note 2. This device combines all the best that pleases an incredible number of users all over the planet. Its main feature is the Qualcomm Adreno 530 video accelerator. In addition to it, it has a 4070 mAh battery, 4 GB of RAM, etc.

Some characteristics:

• RAM - 4 GB;
• ROM - 64 GB;
• Main camera - 22.6 MP;
• Front - 8.3 MP;
• Graphics adapter - Qualcomm Adreno 530;
• Chipset - Qualcomm Snapdragon 821;
• Support for 2 SIM cards.

Advantages:

• Attractive appearance;
• Large amount of memory;
• High quality photo;
• Nimble work.

Disadvantages:

• Few accessories;
• Hangups are possible, which are eliminated by rebooting.

Xiaomi Mi 5S

Probably the best representative of our rating, which runs on Android 6.0. Equipped with an autofocus camera that helps you take photos in any light. This smartphone does not know what a freeze is, since it has a powerful chipset and a decent amount of permanent memory inside.

Some characteristics:

• OS Android 6.0;
• RAM - 3 GB;
• ROM - 64 GB;
• Rear camera - 12 MP;
• Battery capacity - 3200 mAh.

Advantages:

• phone speed;
• The presence of a fingerprint sensor;
• Quality photographs.

Disadvantages:

• There may be problems that are solved by rebooting;
• Lack of optical stabilization.

Xiaomi Mi6

The leader of today's TOP. And we give him the first place without any remorse. The Mi6 screen has a diagonal of 5.15 inches, which is the optimal size for one-handed operation. The smartphone has two main cameras of 12 MP each - this is a serious advantage over other devices. It can also work with many applications at the same time, as it is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chip and 6 GB of RAM. We boldly declare that at the moment this model is the best Xiaomi phone in 2017.

Some characteristics:

• OS Android 7.1;
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 octa-core chipset;
• Support for 2 SIM cards;
• RAM - 6 GB;
• ROM - 128 GB;
• Battery capacity - 3350 mAh;
• The main camera is 12 MP.

Advantages:

• Affordable price;
• Long working time;
• Convenient to operate with one hand;
• Nimble work.

Disadvantages:

• Slippery body.

Recall that only premium models of 2017 from a Chinese manufacturer were included in the article. We tried not only to award each mobile phone with a place of honor, but also briefly describe their main advantages and disadvantages. As you can see, each of them has its own weaknesses. The question is: "Can you put up with these disadvantages?". In any case, the choice is yours. We hope our article will help you decide on a purchase. By the way, all these models are in our online store in the section

Xiaomi (aka Xiaomi, Xiaomi and Shaomi in different pronunciations) was founded in April 2010 and since then has been supplying gadgets of excellent cost and performance to the Chinese market and beyond. In May 2017, a scandal broke out on the Russian mobile market related to the ban on the import of Xiaomi smartphones purchased abroad (the official seller of Smart Orange was greedy). However, the conflict ended in favor of users and now you can buy Xiaomi products without fear that they will be “wrapped” at customs.

We present you the best Xiaomi smartphones that compete with famous European brands.

• The case is frameless and completely made of ceramics. This increases its strength and reduces the risk of scratching an expensive device. At the same time, the thickness of the case is small - less than 8 mm.
• The display diagonal is 6.4 inches.
• The top quad-core Snapdragon 821 chip is installed.
• Memory capacity of 128 and 256 GB is enough for games and for the applications you need for business.
• The manufacturer was generous with a high-quality protective case. And this is good, because Mi Mix accessories are not easy to find on sale.
• The 16 MP main camera from OmniVision takes very good pictures, can shoot in 4K resolution and has a lot of settings.
• There is NFS.
• Very capacious 4400 mAh battery.

Minuses:

• Does not support microSD.
• Fingerprints are very visible.
• The hull is very slippery.

The cost, on average, is 19,000 rubles.

This 5.5-inch metal body phone comes with the latest MUUI 8.5 skin (9 is officially announced, but it's not out yet) based on Nougat. It has many improvements, such as the Smart Assistant feature for searching notes, calendar events, and other items, built-in image search, and a new file system.

Specifications:

• Efficient Snapdragon 625 octa-core chipset.

• 4GB DDR4X RAM combined with 64GB.
• There is support for memory cards up to 128 GB.
• Battery 3080 mAh.
• There is a fingerprint scanner.
• Of greatest interest in the smartphone is a dual camera: the main wide-angle lens with a 12-megapixel sensor, in conjunction with a telescopic lens with a 12-megapixel sensor. Thanks to this, the quality of the pictures is close to the "DSLRs". An additional plus is the presence of a portrait mode.
• For better sound, Xiaomi has equipped its brainchild with a dedicated audio chip and a DHS sound tuning algorithm.

It is a pity that despite the high price Mi 5x is not equipped with an NFS chip. In addition, the smartphone was released quite recently, so you will have to wait with the firmware.

The average price is 16,800 rubles.

The former flagship of Xiaomi, and now a strong "middle peasant" with an unusual screen diagonal of 5.15 inches and one of the best Qualcomm processors - a quad-core Snapdragon 820. The body of the device is made of metal, and the back cover is glass, which is why a protective case is a must-have.

Of the useful options, it is worth noting NFC support and the presence of a fingerprint sensor.

Offered in three versions:

• 3 GB program memory and 32 GB internal storage
• 3 GB program memory and 64 GB internal storage
• 4 GB of memory for programs 128 GB built-in storage. For this model, the back cover can be either glass or ceramic.

A distinctive feature of the device is an excellent 16 megapixel camera with a sensor from Sony, optical stabilization and dual-tone flash. It reproduces details well even in low light, but it is still better to correct the initial settings.

But things are not very rosy with the battery - only 3000 mAh, since there is support for Quick Charge 3.0. However, the processor of the smartphone is energy efficient, and the screen is not too big. Therefore, the battery will last for 2 days of active work.

In stores it costs about 20,000 rubles.

The difference between Mi 5 and Mi 5s is:

• aluminum case for the Mi 5s version;
• it has a 5.15-inch screen with a 2.5D effect;
• more productive RAM type LPDDR4 with a frequency of up to 1866 MHz;
• an improved version of Qualcomm's Snapdragon 821 processor in Mi 5s;
• not 16, but 12 MP camera with Sony IMX378 sensor in Mi 5s;
• and a slightly more capacious 3200 mAh battery, again, in Mi 5s.

Both models lack a memory card slot and have an NFS chip.

It is also worth noting that both the Mi 5 and Mi 5s have a very annoying black bezel around the screen. It is especially noticeable in the device in a white case.

1. Xiaomi Mi 6

You can take it for 29,990 rubles.

On the first line of the rating is a 5.15-inch smartphone with a streamlined, smooth body made of glass and metal. There is also a premium version of 128 GB with a metal-ceramic body. But this is not the main "trick" of the gadget. It uses the latest eight-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chip, created using a 10 nm process technology. Thanks to him, all the latest games will “fly”, and the 3350 mAh battery will last for 2-3 days of active work.

Another nice feature is the presence of as much as 6 GB of RAM and 64 or 128 flash memory. But its expansion is not provided.

But Xiaomi provided such important little things as NFC and a fingerprint sensor.

The main camera of this model is dual, with a 12 megapixel Sony IMX378 sensor. Users praise the quality of night shooting, comparable to such recognized camera phones as Huawei P10 and Galaxy S7.

And the smartphone, according to the manufacturer, received moisture protection (and, according to rumors, lost the 3.5 mm port because of this), so you can safely take it on vacation at sea. However, the standard of moisture protection is not specified and it is not recommended to bathe the Mi 6.

After the purchase, do not forget to buy a cover, the body of the device is very slippery.

Summing up about Xiaomi smartphones: which one is better?

• If you need a top smartphone that you can not change for a couple of years, then pay attention to models such as Mi Mix, Mi 6 and Mi Note 2.
• If the main thing is a great camera, then we recommend Mi 5, Mi 5s or Mi 5x.
• If you want to play games and read books on the big screen and save on buying a tablet, then take a look at Mi Mix or Mi Max.

• For a gift to relatives, inexpensive models such as Redmi Note 4, Redmi 4 Prime and Redmi Note 3 Pro are suitable.

Many different gadgets from Chinese manufacturers have appeared, and it should be noted that if before the Chinese production of smartphones was not trusted, believing that all equipment would break after a week of use, now people's opinions have changed dramatically. It turned out that there are many respected brands that are ready to please people with grandiose solutions, they will demonstrate perfect performance and high quality at a low cost. Today, smartphones from Xiaomi are considered one of the most famous. For this reason, the ranking of the best Xiaomi smartphones for 2018 has been released, it understands the pros and cons of ten smartphones, the reviews of which often change. Every forum specializing in mobile technology can tell you about all kinds of mobile phones from this company that come with a large screen, good sound or a capacitive battery.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 3

The ninth place is occupied by an expensive smartphone from the Chinese brand - Xiaomi Mi Mix. This mobile phone can be purchased within 60 thousand rubles. A smartphone with a frameless body. Combines the characteristics of premium technology. The case is made of ceramics, top-end six-core processor, 16MP camera, good 3800mAh battery.

Main characteristics:

• Android 8.1 Oreo with MIUI;
• Battery – 3800 mAh with Quick Charge;
• RAM - 8 GB, ROM - 128;
• Camera - 16 MP (autofocus);
• 6-inch screen with Full HD+ resolution (2160 x 1080 pixels);
• Support 4g;

Pros:

1. high performance;
2. It works smoothly, in the work of some applications, there are simply no complaints;
3. excellent screen;

Minuses:

1. High price;
2. Huge screen;
3. Heavy in weight;

Xiaomi Mi Max 3

The Xiaomi line is updated almost every month. The Xiaomi Mi Max 3 smartphone that appeared in a short time gained a lot of positive feedback from most users who were satisfied with their choice, smartphone price, performance and autonomy. This is the first smartphone from the line, capable of running ten applications at the same time and not making any signs of "hanging". Has a large battery. However, this smartphone does not seem convenient for all people, because its huge screen with a diagonal of 6.9 inches seems not very convenient to use, and this is perhaps its significant drawback.

Main characteristics:

• Support for dual-sim technology;
• Battery - 5500 mAh;
• Memory - 64 and 128 gigabytes;
• Camera - 12 + 5 MP, artificial intelligence is present;
• The amount of RAM - a choice of 4 and 6 gigabytes;
• Support for 4G technology;
• Screen with a diagonal - 6.9 inches with a resolution of 2160 x 1080 px (FHD +);

Pros:

1. Value for money;
2. Excellent battery;
3. The fingerprint scanner is fast;
4. The performance is on top (many applications were launched, the mobile phone withstood their load and did not display any errors);

Minuses:

1. No NFC module;

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro

When this smartphone was released, many headlines of various articles were full of such details: There was a new smartphone from a popular Chinese brand with a dual main camera. The engineers of this company have released a truly grandiose solution that differs in appearance from previous versions of the “perfect smartphone”. A person can run many different applications, and due to RAM of 3 (4) gigabytes (depending on the version purchased), from applications will not hang while interacting with it.

The 5.99-inch screen allows you to use this smartphone as a tablet, this is supported by a six-core processor, a camera with a 12MP sensor that allows you to take great pictures, there is a slot for a Flash card and a fingerprint scanner, a 4000mAh battery allows you to work with smartphone 2-3 days without recharging. Such a smartphone has gained its popularity among schoolchildren and students.

Main characteristics:

• Display having a diagonal of 5.99 inches;
• Video processor Adreno 509;
• Permanent memory (32/64 GB);
• RAM - 3/4/6 GB;
• Main camera - 13 and 5 MP (there is a two-tone flash and autofocus);
• Android version 8.1.0
• Rechargeable battery - 4000 mAh;
• chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 8 cores

Pros:

1. Good battery;
2. The presence of a dual main camera;
3. Fingerprint scanner;
4. A lot of built-in memory (enough to store personal information);
5. High-quality display;

Minuses:

1. Micro USB port
2. Protruding dual camera module;

Xiaomi Mi Note 3

Another high-quality smartphone from the promoted company Xiaomi. Chinese manufacturers do not like to sit idle, and therefore they are constantly introducing new technologies into mobile phones, hoping to create something grand that millions of people around the world will be happy to use. Now this has become feasible, because their shares have increased in price, and they can patent many inventions that they later use in their developments. Speaking about the new smartphone - Xiaomi Mi Note 3, it should be noted this smartphone with curved edges, matte metal inserts on the sides make it look chic, the presence of a fingerprint scanner, the presence of NFC, the most important advantage is a dual camera with a resolution of 12MP for both matrices .

Main characteristics:

• Built-in memory - 64/128 gigabytes;
• RAM - 6 GB;
• Fingerprint scanner;
• Octa-core processor - Qualcomm Snapdragon 660;
• Graphics - Adreno 512 (650 MHz);
• Camera - 12 MP + 12 MP, front camera - 8.3 MP (autofocus);
• Device weight - 163 grams;

Pros:

1. Graceful appearance;
2. Work with two SIM cards;
3. Huge amount of built-in memory;
4. Quality cameras;
5. The fingerprint scanner works smartly;

Minuses:

1. No 3.5mm jack;
2. No wireless charging;

Xiaomi Mi7

The updated version of the next smartphone from Xiaomi impressed many users with its sophistication. The display with a diagonal of 5.65 inches, the performance of two SIM cards, the cameras here are two of 15 and 8 MP - these are the main advantages of this smartphone with its direct competitors. Due to the fact that the RAM here is 6 gigabytes, a person gets the opportunity to run numerous applications that will not hang during operation, along with the new powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor, which produces good performance. And at the moment - this is the best smartphone from Xiaomi in 2018, unless of course at the end of the year, we will not see something updated.

Main characteristics:

• OS -MIUI 9 Android 8.1 Oreo
• Processor – Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 (8 cores)
• screen 5.65″, resolution 2160 x 1080
• camera 15 MP, autofocus
• memory 64/128 GB and 6/8 RAM
• 3G, 4G LTE, LTE-A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS, GLONASS
• battery 4480 mAh

Pros:

1. Powerful stuffing;
2. Comfortably lies in the hand;
3. Acceptable cost;
4. Sufficiently long time of use without additional charging;
5. premium design;

Minuses:

1. The body is too slippery, during operation there is a chance that it will slip out of your hand;

The design concept of devices from a manufacturer such as Xiaomi is extremely simple: a plastic or aluminum cover, round edges, and a vertical camera module in the latest smartphones from this Chinese manufacturer.
In the case of Xiaomi Mi A2, it is possible to choose one of three colors: black, gold or blue.

The blue version will appeal to young people more, and the black one will be an excellent solution for those who want to buy a strict and neat smartphone for work. By the way, all models have a white front panel, but a black smartphone boasts the same black front panel.

Main characteristics:

• The display diagonal of this smartphone is 5.99 inches. This will be quite enough to satisfy the needs of the vast majority of modern users.
• Battery capacity - 3.010 mAh
• Camera – 12 megapixels

Pros:

• Protective glass and a special coating will not allow you to break your phone at the most inopportune moment
• Modern OS (Android 8.1) is another reason to buy a device
• It is also worth noting the support of several SIM cards at once. The powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 is used as a processor
• 4 GB of memory is enough for most undemanding users

Minuses:

• Among the shortcomings, only a slightly overpriced price can be noted, although many competitors are even more expensive.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is another of the latest developments of the Chinese manufacturer, which every year produces an increasing number of models for both the domestic and foreign smartphone markets.

Main characteristics:

• The processor is Qualcomm Snapdragon 636
• The amount of memory is from 3/32 GB to 4/64 GB. This will be enough to meet the needs of most users.
• Resolution of the main camera - 12 MP
• Battery capacity - 4.000 mAh
• 6.26 inch screen

Pros:

• The screen boasts an exceptionally high resolution and a massive notch at the very top.
• Non-standard design will be appreciated by both representatives of the new generation and conservative users. The designers clearly managed to create not only an unusual, but also a stylish smartphone

Minuses:

• Among the shortcomings, one can note an insufficiently fast processor (compared to competitors), but it is enough for everyday tasks
• Some users find the screen too big

Xiaomi Mi 8 is the perfect option for those who would like to get a flagship smartphone at a reasonable price.

The main advantage of this device is the price / quality ratio. The thing is that today it is almost impossible to find a model on the market that could boast such rich functionality for such money. That is why Xiaomi Mi 8 was able to gain wide popularity among buyers in a short time.

Main characteristics:

• AMOLED display.
• Display diagonal 6.21 inches. It is equipped not only with an oleophobic coating, but also with a protective glass.
• Both aluminum and glass are used as the material for the body
• Operating system - Android 8.1
• Also, the smartphone supports two SIM cards at the same time.
• Camera resolution - 12 megapixels
• Available smartphone versions: 64/128/256 GB + 6 GB

Pros:

• Powerful and productive Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor
• Dual camera with optical stabilization
• Additional features include the ability to unlock the smartphone in the face, as well as a fingerprint scanner.

Minuses:

• Finding any flaws is very difficult. Only a not very powerful battery (3400 mAh) can be noted, but for most users this will be enough

Despite the fact that expensive smartphones are equipped with a lot of interesting features, most buyers prefer the most inexpensive models. One of Xiaomi's budget models is the Redmi 6A. It is important to note that for very little money, buyers will receive not some outdated device, but a completely “nimble” smart device that can cope with all the necessary functions.

Main characteristics:

• The screen diagonal is an impressive 5.45 inches. This is clearly enough for the vast majority of users.
• OS - modern Android 8.1. It is also important that the “hardware” of the smartphone works with it quickly enough, so you can completely forget about all kinds of “brakes”
• As in many other devices from Xiaomi, there is support for several SIM cards at once.
• Processor - Mediatek Helio A22
• Memory options - 2+16 GB or 3+32 GB
• The presence of a gyroscope, accelerometer and other sensors that are in every truly modern smart
• Resolution of the main camera - 13 MP

Pros:

• Quality screen
• Sufficiently powerful battery
• Normal speed and acceptable camera for very little money

Minuses:

• Poor quality case
• Insufficiently powerful technical "stuffing"

Xiaomi Mi MIX 2S is an improved version of another popular model from a Chinese company. We can say that the developers have done a lot of work on the bugs and improved the already good smartphone.

Xiaomi Mi MIX 2S is the main flagship of the company, so its characteristics can be called top-end. The first thing that attracts attention is the ceramic case. Such material is quite rare. The design of the gadget will also give odds to the vast majority of models on the market. The developers managed to create a device that, by its appearance alone, demonstrates the status of the owner.

Main characteristics:

• Screen size - 5.99 inches (Full HD)
• OS - Google Android 8.0
• The Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor is an octa-core "monster" capable of handling any task
• 6 GB of RAM, as well as 64/128 GB (depending on the model) of ROM will be enough for any purpose
• Camera resolution - 12 MP

Pros:

• There is a function of fast charging 50% of the battery capacity in just 35 minutes
• The screen has amazing color reproduction and excellent performance, allowing you to watch even the longest and most dynamic movies or series on it.

Minuses:

• Among the shortcomings, only a relatively large weight (more than 190 grams) can be noted, but this is a very conditional drawback for many buyers.

Xiaomi Black Shark is a full-fledged smartphone from a Chinese company. It can be called a real dream of most gamers, and the technical characteristics of the smartphone can be called quite flagship. The key difference from other powerful devices of the company is a special cooling system that allows you to play the most demanding games on the device. Otherwise, it is still the same Snapdragon 845 platform. Adreno 630 is used as a graphics accelerator.

Main characteristics:

• Display Diagonal - 5.99 inches
• The choice of the buyer is available in versions with 64 GB and 128 GB of memory
• By the way, users can choose versions with 6GB as well as 8GB of RAM
• We can also note a very powerful battery, the volume of which reaches 4000 mAh.
• There is also a modern 12 MP camera with advanced optics (six-element)

Pros:

• The screen has excellent color reproduction. It can even be used to watch movies or series for a long time
• Long device battery life
• High quality photos taken with the main camera of a smartphone

Minuses:

• Unfortunately there is no memory card slot.
• The price of a smartphone cannot be called low, so fans of playing the most interesting Android games will have to fork out

Conclusion

Only the best models made it to our ranking of the best smartphones from Xiaomi in 2018 is coming to an end. The advantages and disadvantages of each of the above models were identified, and now a person must find the answer to the question for himself: “Which is the best smartphone to choose?”. Each of them has weaknesses, however, none of the disadvantages is really important in everyday use. I hope our article will help you choose the right smartphone and be satisfied with the purchase.

Not so long ago, Xiaomi has become a leading Chinese corporation that produces some of the best devices not only in the Chinese market, but in general in the world. Thus, the company managed to win the love of users in different countries, including Russia. Many domestic buyers would like to purchase a Chinese smartphone from this manufacturer. The problem is that the company is represented by a large number of models on the Russian market, from which it is difficult for an unprepared person to choose the best one. Therefore, we have compiled a ranking of the best Xiaomi smartphones for 2018 for you to solve this problem.

The best inexpensive Xiaomi smartphones of 2018: price up to 10,000 rubles

In the segment of budget devices, the company is represented almost the widest of all: the corporation already has an extensive model range for each price range, but in terms of the number of models, the budget one is certainly ahead of everyone. Of course, there are other Chinese brands that have released dozens of models for this market segment, but almost none of them can compare in quality and functionality with Xiaomi. Interestingly, almost all smartphones under 10,000 rubles from Xiaomi are not bad, but our goal is to choose the best one in terms of price-quality ratio. One that definitely deserves the attention of users.

1. Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime

For this average price (4 Prime sells for about $180), users get a budget smartphone with a Snapdragon 625 chipset, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal space, as well as a 5-inch IPS display with Full HD resolution, a 13 MP camera and battery for 4100 milliamp hours. Together with good system optimization, you get a device that has a stylish appearance, a display that delivers excellent image quality, a powerful processor, but not the best camera (unfortunately: it does not shoot well in dim lighting).

Advantages:

• Excellent value for money and quality;
• high autonomy;
• fast fingerprint scanner;
• loud speaker.

Disadvantages:

• not the best camera.

2. Xiaomi Redmi 4A

A stylish simple device for those who are not looking for something special, all this is about Redmi 4A. Smartphone with a large screen of 5 inches with HD resolution, with 2 GB of RAM, Snapdragon 425 chip from Qualcomm, as well as 13 MP main camera and 5 MP front camera. It has excellent performance, stays cool and easily handles everyday work tasks and entertainment. Moreover, devices with a capacious 3120 mAh battery are enough for a whole working day. By the way, this is the most inexpensive Xiaomi smartphone, which is very popular.

Advantages:

• light, thin, stylish body;
• high speed of work;
• support for 2 SIM cards (slot combined with SD);
• the best price in relation to the characteristics;
• good autonomy.

Disadvantages:

• when recording a video, the sound is poorly written.

3. Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X

The company's engineers equipped the Redmi Note 4X Full phone with only one advantage: a bright and colorful 5.5″ Full HD screen, a powerful Snapdragon 625 processor, as well as 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of expandable ROM, as well as high-quality 13 MP and 5 MP cameras and battery with a capacity of 4100 mAh. High-quality assembly of the phone and good optimization of the Android OS with the MIUI shell distinguishes the device from its competitors. Note 4X is a reliable and lightweight smartphone, as you can see for yourself by watching video reviews of this model.

Advantages:

• excellent build quality;
• high-quality display with a large margin of brightness;
• smooth operation of the system;
• excellent autonomy;
• graphics chip that runs all modern games.

Disadvantages:

• mediocre main camera.

The best Xiaomi smartphones of 2018 in the mid-range price category

If in the flagship segment, the smartphones of a manufacturer from the Middle Kingdom can be treated with a little distrust, giving preference to devices from other famous brands, then in the middle price segment, the devices of the Chinese corporation have no equal. For the price at which Xiaomi offers its smartphones, it is unlikely that you will be able to find something better. Of course, you can (formally) find more powerful ones, in China they often produce devices with modern hardware at a low price, but will these devices also be of high quality and also work well? Unlikely. Therefore, in the middle price segment, it is more reasonable to purchase a gadget from this manufacturer. It remains only to figure out which one.

1. Xiaomi Mi5S Plus

Interestingly, for such a relatively low price (25,000 rubles), the user gets a real flagship with a top-end processor (Snapdragon 821), as well as a 5.7″ Full HD screen that shows excellent picture quality. Moreover, the smartphone is equipped with a dual main camera with a pair of 13 MP lenses, which takes high-quality photos and shoots high-definition video (4K) in almost any weather and lighting conditions. True, it is far from the level of the iPhone 7, but for a mid-budget device, this camera is something outstanding. Although some users note that the Mi 5S + received a too thick body, which is why the device is not so comfortable to hold in hand. Nevertheless, the smartphone has an excellent price-performance ratio.

Advantages:

• high-quality display;
• good performance;
• high quality shooting;
• capacious battery.

Disadvantages:

• large body sizes;
• firmware lags are possible.

2. Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro SE

The Note 3 Pro SE is a no-frills 5.5″ smartphone with a Full HD display, 3GB of RAM and Quaclomm's Snapdragon 650 chip. This allows it to work quickly and easily launch even the most resource-intensive applications. True, the phone has a mediocre main camera, which does not take the best pictures. Apparently, the problem is in the firmware, because formally a 16-megapixel module, by definition, cannot shoot very badly. A smartphone can be bought at a price of 15,000-16,000 rubles, which is good news.

Advantages:

• high performance;
• good autonomy;
• high-quality display;
• wide range of LTE frequencies.

Disadvantages:

• unstable operation of the fingerprint scanner;
• dimensions.

The best Xiaomi smartphones with a good camera

Many users now choose a smartphone not by the number of processor cores, the amount of RAM or display resolution, but by the quality of the cameras. And this is not surprising: everyone wants to capture beautifully the most interesting moments of life and share its moments on social networks. By the way, in this case, Xiaomi has something to offer. The company produces camera phones that take pictures and shoot videos at the level of the flagship devices of Samsung and LG, and are much cheaper than their competitors from Korea, the USA or the same China.

1. Xiaomi Mi Note 2

The flagship of the line in the ranking of the best smartphones with a good camera Redmi Note 2, in addition to an excellent 22.6 MP camera, which takes beautiful detailed and rich pictures in any light. The gadget also received a curved display, like the Samsung Edge series. The quality of this 5.7″ OLED display with Full HD resolution is at the highest level. It is perfect for watching movies, photos, videos and reading books. The Snapdragon 821 chip from Qualcomm is responsible for the speed of the smartphone, as well as 4 GB of RAM. 64 GB is allocated for data storage.

Advantages:

• powerful iron;
• high autonomy;
• excellent quality of shooting photos and videos;
• quality assembly;
• sensors manufactured by Sony;
• presence of NFC.

Disadvantages:

• missing.

Xiaomi flagship smartphones

For 2018, the most technologically advanced smartphones - the company's flagships - are the Mi Mix and Mi6 devices. True, the phones came out with a difference of almost six months. Interestingly, in terms of characteristics and especially build quality, they are in no way inferior to the flagships of other companies. But at a price, these devices are noticeably lower than their competitors, which can be called traditional for Xiaomi. It is not surprising that it was precisely for the competent combination of low price, high quality and good characteristics that the products of the Chinese manufacturer fell in love with millions of people.

1. Xiaomi Mi Mix

Despite the fact that the smartphone was introduced last year, it still remains a desirable device among fans of the Chinese company. Xiaomi engineers installed the Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 chipset in the gadget, and also gave it 4 GB of RAM to help. Thanks to the combination of a top processor, a large amount of RAM, as well as good system optimization, Mi Mix runs quickly and smoothly.

The phablet was equipped with a 6.4″ sensor with a resolution of 2040 by 1080 pixels, as well as 128 GB of internal storage, a powerful 4400 milliamp-hour battery and a fingerprint scanner. But the main feature of the popular smartphone model is, of course, its appearance: the phone received a frameless display, which the Galaxy S8 can only envy. This technological feature clearly distinguishes Mi Mix from the general mass of devices from other manufacturers. Although not everything is so perfect: according to user reviews, he received a frankly mediocre main camera and the quality of the pictures leaves much to be desired. Although it is still one of the best Xiaomi smartphones, which rightfully deserves its first place.

Advantages:

• unique design;
• high screen resolution;
• good autonomy;
• smoothness of work.

Disadvantages:

• not the most advanced camera even in comparison with its predecessors;
• very easily soiled body and display.

2. Xiaomi Mi6

The new flagship of the company clearly appealed to the general public. And this is not surprising: in addition to high performance characteristics (Snapdragon 835 chipset - the best processor for games - and 6 GB of RAM), the smartphone was equipped with a high-quality 5.15 ″ Full HD screen and 128 GB of internal storage, as well as a 12 MP main camera, The smartphone has the best camera available from Xiaomi.

The phone received a stylish appearance: both sides of the Mi6 are covered with protective glass, it looks impressive due to the design of the case and lies pleasantly in the hand. True, Mi6 lacks a headphone jack and the company's engineers did not bother to install a slot for a memory card, but, with such a volume of built-in storage, it is, in general, not needed. A more detailed review of the phone can already be found on YouTube.

Advantages:

• larger battery;
• high performance;
• quality display,
• excellent quality of shooting on both cameras;
• stylish modern design;
• latest OS version (Android 7.1).

Disadvantages:

• missing.

What is the best Xiaomi smartphone to buy in 2018

In fact, choosing a good Xiaomi phone is not that difficult. The problem is that there is no universal device that will shoot well, have flagship characteristics, work quickly, get a stylish appearance - in general, a good and inexpensive smartphone. Mi 5S Plus comes closest to the title of the best universal device of the company, but it has a mediocre design (although this is a subjective question), so the best solution would be to save up more money and purchase the flagship Mi 6, which will definitely be relevant for a very long time.