Mi 4
A 2014 flagship that openly borrowed the iPhone’s metal frame.
The Xiaomi Mi 4 is a flagship Xiaomi smartphone released Jul 2014, with a launch price of $320. It pairs the Snapdragon 801 with a 5.0" FHD LCD display, a 13 MP · f/1.8 main camera and a 3,080 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 38/100 — A 2014 value flagship with a borrowed silhouette. Standout strengths: flagship snapdragon 801 at a low price. and stainless-steel frame felt premium for the cost. Main trade-off: design closely echoed the iphone of the era.
A 2014 value flagship with a borrowed silhouette.
The Mi 4 paired a Snapdragon 801 and a steel frame with an aggressive price — and an iPhone-like look. A notable value device of its time, now history.
Read the full review- Flagship Snapdragon 801 at a low price.
- Stainless-steel frame felt premium for the cost.
- Sharp FHD display; good 13 MP camera.
- A strong-value 2014 flagship.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the Mi 4 released?
The Mi 4 was released in Jul 2014.
How much does the Mi 4 cost?
The Mi 4 launched at $320 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Mi 4 screen size and type?
The Mi 4 has a 5.0" FHD LCD display.
What chipset does the Mi 4 use?
The Mi 4 is powered by the Snapdragon 801 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Mi 4 have?
The Mi 4 ships with 3 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Mi 4 battery capacity?
The Mi 4 has a 3,080 mAh battery.
How fast does the Mi 4 charge?
The Mi 4 supports ~10 W wired charging.
Does the Mi 4 have wireless charging?
The Mi 4 does not support wireless charging.
What is the Mi 4 main camera?
The Mi 4 has a 13 MP · f/1.8 main camera.
How much does the Mi 4 weigh?
The Mi 4 weighs 149 g.
What colours does the Mi 4 come in?
The Mi 4 is available in 2 colours: Black, White.
Is the Mi 4 worth buying?
The Mi 4 paired a Snapdragon 801 and a steel frame with an aggressive price — and an iPhone-like look. A notable value device of its time, now history. SpecEagle gives the Mi 4 an editorial score of 38/100.
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