Launch report · Xiaomi

Xiaomi Mi Max 2: 6.44" media phablet with a 5300 mAh battery.

SpecEagle Editorial·May 2017·$240·Score 62/100

Mi Max 2 was Xiaomi's 6.44" media phablet — built for streaming and reading, with a 5300 mAh battery that lasted two days on the efficient Snapdragon 625. A cult favourite among big-screen fans.

Key specs at launch

Display
6.44" FHD IPS
Chipset
Snapdragon 625
RAM
4 GB
Storage
32/64/128 GB + microSD
Battery
5300 mAh, QC3.0
Main camera
12 MP IMX386, f/2.2
Weight
211 g
What stands out
  • Massive 6.44" screen + 5300 mAh
  • Efficient Snapdragon 625 — 2-day battery
  • Aluminium unibody + stereo + jack
What to watch
  • Only 720p density across 6.44"
  • No fingerprint sensor on early variants
  • 4K video only
The phone it has to beat
Nokia 7 Plus
$429 · score 70/100