Xiaomi·Flagship · Released Oct 2016

Mi Mix

The 2016 concept phone that started the bezel-less revolution.

56/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$520
Color · Black
Display
6.4" LCD bezel-less
Chipset
Snapdragon 821
Memory
4 GB · 128 GB
Main cam
16 MP · f/2.0
Battery
4,400 mAh
Weight
209 g
Quick answer

The Xiaomi Mi Mix is a flagship Xiaomi smartphone released Oct 2016, with a launch price of $520. It pairs the Snapdragon 821 with a 6.4" LCD bezel-less display, a 16 MP · f/2.0 main camera and a 4,400 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 56/100 — The concept phone that reshaped the whole industry. Standout strengths: the phone that kicked off the bezel-less era. and striking full-ceramic body. Main trade-off: awkward bottom-mounted selfie camera.

AI Snapshot

The concept phone that reshaped the whole industry.

The Mi Mix proved a near-bezel-less phone was possible and pushed the entire industry toward all-screen designs. It is a historically important device.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display74
Camera54
Performance46
Battery70
Build72
Value56
  • The phone that kicked off the bezel-less era.
  • Striking full-ceramic body.
  • Large 4,400 mAh battery.
  • Piezoelectric earpiece — no speaker grille.

Full specifications

Type
IPS LCD, 60 Hz, near bezel-less
Size
6.4 inches
Resolution
2,040 × 1,080 px (362 ppi)
Protection
Ceramic body
Main
16 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
Selfie
5 MP, f/2.2 (bottom-mounted)
Video
4K @ 30 fps

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -89.6%
This
168,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -83.8%
This
470
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -84.8%
This
1,230
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -95.2%
This
3.0 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps

How the Mi Mix compares

Mi MixPixel XLRedmi Note 5
SpecEagle score565656
ChipsetSnapdragon 821Snapdragon 821Snapdragon 636
Display6.4" LCD bezel-less5.5" QHD AMOLED5.99" LCD 60 Hz
Main camera16 MP · f/2.012.3 MP · f/2.012 MP · f/1.9
Battery4,400 mAh3,450 mAh4,000 mAh
Launch price$520$769$185

Frequently asked questions

When was the Mi Mix released?

The Mi Mix was released in Oct 2016.

How much does the Mi Mix cost?

The Mi Mix launched at $520 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Mi Mix screen size and type?

The Mi Mix has a 6.4" LCD bezel-less display.

What chipset does the Mi Mix use?

The Mi Mix is powered by the Snapdragon 821 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Mi Mix have?

The Mi Mix ships with 4 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Mi Mix battery capacity?

The Mi Mix has a 4,400 mAh battery.

How fast does the Mi Mix charge?

The Mi Mix supports ~18 W Quick Charge 3.0 wired charging.

Does the Mi Mix have wireless charging?

The Mi Mix does not support wireless charging.

What is the Mi Mix main camera?

The Mi Mix has a 16 MP · f/2.0 main camera.

Does the Mi Mix have 5G?

The Mi Mix does not support 5G (4G LTE only).

Is the Mi Mix waterproof?

The Mi Mix has no official ingress-protection rating.

How much does the Mi Mix weigh?

The Mi Mix weighs 209 g.

What colours does the Mi Mix come in?

The Mi Mix is available in 1 colour: Black.

Is the Mi Mix worth buying?

The Mi Mix proved a near-bezel-less phone was possible and pushed the entire industry toward all-screen designs. It is a historically important device. SpecEagle gives the Mi Mix an editorial score of 56/100.

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