Mi 11 Lite 5G
World's lightest 5G smartphone at launch with 90Hz AMOLED.
The Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite 5G is a mid-range Xiaomi smartphone released May 2021, with a launch price of $369. It pairs the Snapdragon 780G with a 6.55" FHD+ AMOLED, 90Hz display, a 64 MP + 8 MP ultrawide + 5 MP macro main camera and a 4250 mAh, 33W battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 76/100 — Why pick the Mi 11 Lite 5G? Standout strengths: featherweight 159 g — beats almost every flagship and sharp 90hz amoled for the price. Main trade-off: macro lens is filler.
Why pick the Mi 11 Lite 5G?
Xiaomi marketed this phone on one number — 159 grams — and it worked. The Mi 11 Lite 5G was 30-50 g lighter than every 5G phone on the market in 2021, and the 90Hz AMOLED plus Snapdragon 780G delivered actual flagship-feel performance, not just a flagship-feel weight.
Read the full review- Featherweight 159 g — beats almost every flagship
- Sharp 90Hz AMOLED for the price
- Aluminum frame feels premium
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Mi 11 Lite 5G compares
| Mi 11 Lite 5G | iPhone 12 Pro Max | POCO F5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 76 | 76 | 76 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 780G | Apple A14 Bionic | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Display | 6.55" FHD+ AMOLED, 90Hz | 6.7" OLED 60 Hz | 6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 64 MP + 8 MP ultrawide + 5 MP macro | 12 MP · f/1.6 | 64 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 4250 mAh, 33W | 3,687 mAh | 5,160 mAh |
| Launch price | $369 | $1,099 | $499 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Mi 11 Lite 5G released?
The Mi 11 Lite 5G was released in May 2021.
How much does the Mi 11 Lite 5G cost?
The Mi 11 Lite 5G launched at $369 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Mi 11 Lite 5G screen size and type?
The Mi 11 Lite 5G has a 6.55" FHD+ AMOLED, 90Hz display.
What chipset does the Mi 11 Lite 5G use?
The Mi 11 Lite 5G is powered by the Snapdragon 780G chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Mi 11 Lite 5G have?
The Mi 11 Lite 5G ships with 6/8 GB LPDDR4X (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Mi 11 Lite 5G battery capacity?
The Mi 11 Lite 5G has a 4250 mAh, 33W battery.
What is the Mi 11 Lite 5G main camera?
The Mi 11 Lite 5G has a 64 MP + 8 MP ultrawide + 5 MP macro main camera.
Does the Mi 11 Lite 5G have 5G?
The Mi 11 Lite 5G supports 5G (Yes, sub-6).
How much does the Mi 11 Lite 5G weigh?
The Mi 11 Lite 5G weighs 159 g.
What colours does the Mi 11 Lite 5G come in?
The Mi 11 Lite 5G is available in 4 colours: Truffle Black, Citrus Yellow, Mint Green, Bubblegum Blue.
Is the Mi 11 Lite 5G worth buying?
Xiaomi marketed this phone on one number — 159 grams — and it worked. The Mi 11 Lite 5G was 30-50 g lighter than every 5G phone on the market in 2021, and the 90Hz AMOLED plus Snapdragon 780G delivered actual flagship-feel performance, not just a flagship-feel weight. SpecEagle gives the Mi 11 Lite 5G an editorial score of 76/100.
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