Xiaomi·Flagship · Released Jul 2014

Mi 4

A 2014 flagship that openly borrowed the iPhone’s metal frame.

38/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$320
Color · Black
Display
5.0" FHD LCD
Chipset
Snapdragon 801
Memory
3 GB · 16 GB
Main cam
13 MP · f/1.8
Battery
3,080 mAh
Weight
149 g
Quick answer

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.

AI Snapshot

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.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display54
Camera44
Performance26
Battery52
Build56
Value64
  • 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.

Full specifications

Type
IPS LCD
Size
5.0 inches
Resolution
1,920 × 1,080 px (441 ppi)
Protection
Gorilla Glass 3
Main
13 MP, f/1.8, Sony IMX214
Selfie
8 MP, f/1.8
Video
4K @ 30 fps (early)

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -97.2%
This
45,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -95.7%
This
125
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -95.9%
This
330
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -99.0%
This
0.6 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps

How the Mi 4 compares

Mi 4iPhone 5sPOCO C61
SpecEagle score383840
ChipsetSnapdragon 801Apple A7Helio G36
Display5.0" FHD LCD4.0" LCD 60 Hz6.71" LCD 90 Hz
Main camera13 MP · f/1.88 MP · f/2.28 MP · f/2.0
Battery3,080 mAh1,560 mAh5,000 mAh
Launch price$320$649$90

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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