Mi 6
Compact Snapdragon 835 flagship — the last small Mi.
The Xiaomi Mi 6 is a flagship Xiaomi smartphone released Apr 2017, with a launch price of $360. It pairs the Snapdragon 835 with a 5.15" FHD IPS display, a 12 MP wide + 12 MP 2x tele main camera and a 3350 mAh, QC3.0 battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 74/100 — The last small Mi flagship. Standout strengths: compact 5.15" flagship — increasingly rare and snapdragon 835 flagship power. Main trade-off: no 3.5 mm jack.
The last small Mi flagship.
Mi 6 was Xiaomi's last truly compact flagship — a 5.15" body with Snapdragon 835, dual cameras and curved glass at a fraction of Western flagship prices. A cult classic among small-phone fans.
Read the full review- Compact 5.15" flagship — increasingly rare
- Snapdragon 835 flagship power
- Dual cam with 2x optical zoom
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Mi 6 compares
| Mi 6 | Moto G85 | Redmi Note 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 74 | 74 | 74 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 835 | SD 6s Gen 3 | Dimensity 1080 |
| Display | 5.15" FHD IPS | 6.67" pOLED 120 Hz | 6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 12 MP wide + 12 MP 2x tele | 50 MP · f/1.8 | 50 MP · f/1.88 |
| Battery | 3350 mAh, QC3.0 | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Launch price | $360 | $299 | $299 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Mi 6 released?
The Mi 6 was released in Apr 2017.
How much does the Mi 6 cost?
The Mi 6 launched at $360 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Mi 6 screen size and type?
The Mi 6 has a 5.15" FHD IPS display.
What chipset does the Mi 6 use?
The Mi 6 is powered by the Snapdragon 835 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Mi 6 have?
The Mi 6 ships with 6 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Mi 6 battery capacity?
The Mi 6 has a 3350 mAh, QC3.0 battery.
What is the Mi 6 main camera?
The Mi 6 has a 12 MP wide + 12 MP 2x tele main camera.
Does the Mi 6 have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Mi 6 includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 12 MP 2x, f/2.6.
How much does the Mi 6 weigh?
The Mi 6 weighs 168 g.
What colours does the Mi 6 come in?
The Mi 6 is available in 3 colours: Black, Blue, Ceramic White.
Is the Mi 6 worth buying?
Mi 6 was Xiaomi's last truly compact flagship — a 5.15" body with Snapdragon 835, dual cameras and curved glass at a fraction of Western flagship prices. A cult classic among small-phone fans. SpecEagle gives the Mi 6 an editorial score of 74/100.
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