Xiaomi Mi 4i
A 2015 colourful budget Mi with a Snapdragon 615 and dual-SIM 4G.
The Xiaomi Mi 4i is a mid-range Xiaomi smartphone released Apr 2015, with a launch price of $210. It pairs the Snapdragon 615 with a 5.0" LCD display, a 13 MP main camera and a 3,120 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 44/100 — Xiaomi's 2015 India launch hit. Standout strengths: slim 7.8 mm with cheerful colours. and dual-sim 4g lte. Main trade-off: snapdragon 615 throttled.
Xiaomi's 2015 India launch hit.
Mi 4i was Xiaomi's aggressive 2015 India pitch — a slim, colourful Mi at $210 with dual-SIM 4G. The SD615 was the weak spot, but the launch helped Xiaomi enter Indian online retail at scale.
Read the full review- Slim 7.8 mm with cheerful colours.
- Dual-SIM 4G LTE.
- FHD display.
- Aggressive Indian launch.
Full specifications
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How the Xiaomi Mi 4i compares
| Xiaomi Mi 4i | Galaxy Note 4 | Xiaomi Mi Play | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 44 | 44 | 44 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 615 | Snapdragon 805 | Helio P35 |
| Display | 5.0" LCD | 5.7" QHD AMOLED | 5.84" LCD |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 16 MP · f/2.2 | 12 MP + 2 MP |
| Battery | 3,120 mAh | 3,220 mAh | 3,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $210 | $750 | $160 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Xiaomi Mi 4i released?
The Xiaomi Mi 4i was released in Apr 2015.
How much does the Xiaomi Mi 4i cost?
The Xiaomi Mi 4i launched at $210 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Xiaomi Mi 4i screen size and type?
The Xiaomi Mi 4i has a 5.0" LCD display.
What chipset does the Xiaomi Mi 4i use?
The Xiaomi Mi 4i is powered by the Snapdragon 615 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Xiaomi Mi 4i have?
The Xiaomi Mi 4i ships with 2 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Xiaomi Mi 4i battery capacity?
The Xiaomi Mi 4i has a 3,120 mAh battery.
How fast does the Xiaomi Mi 4i charge?
The Xiaomi Mi 4i supports 10 W wired charging.
What is the Xiaomi Mi 4i main camera?
The Xiaomi Mi 4i has a 13 MP main camera.
Does the Xiaomi Mi 4i have a headphone jack?
The Xiaomi Mi 4i has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Xiaomi Mi 4i get software updates?
The Xiaomi Mi 4i update policy: To Android 6.0.
How much does the Xiaomi Mi 4i weigh?
The Xiaomi Mi 4i weighs 130 g.
What colours does the Xiaomi Mi 4i come in?
The Xiaomi Mi 4i is available in 4 colours: White, Pink, Blue, Gray.
Is the Xiaomi Mi 4i worth buying?
Mi 4i was Xiaomi's aggressive 2015 India pitch — a slim, colourful Mi at $210 with dual-SIM 4G. The SD615 was the weak spot, but the launch helped Xiaomi enter Indian online retail at scale. SpecEagle gives the Xiaomi Mi 4i an editorial score of 44/100.
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