Xiaomi·Flagship · Released Oct 2016

Mi Note 2

Curved-edge 2016 flagship.

72/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$430
Color · Glacier Silver
Display
5.7" FHD curved OLED
Chipset
Snapdragon 821
RAM
4 GB
Battery
4,070 mAh
Quick answer

The Xiaomi Mi Note 2 is a flagship Xiaomi smartphone released Oct 2016, with a launch price of $430. It pairs the Snapdragon 821 with a 5.7" FHD curved OLED display, a capable main camera and a 4,070 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 72/100 — Mi Note 2 curved. Standout strengths: curved oled in 2016. and sd 821 + 4 gb ram. Main trade-off: china-priority.

AI Snapshot

Mi Note 2 curved.

Mi Note 2 brought curved OLED to Xiaomi's 2016 flagship — a brief sideline before the MIX line took over.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display78
Performance76
Camera72
Battery78
Software70
  • Curved OLED in 2016.
  • SD 821 + 4 GB RAM.
  • 4,070 mAh.
  • 22.6 MP main.

Full specifications

Type
curved OLED
Size
5.7"
Resolution
1920 x 1080
Main
22.6 MP
Front
8 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v6
Δ class avg -92.0%
This
130,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the Mi Note 2 compares

Mi Note 2Xperia 10 VIPOCO X6
SpecEagle score727272
ChipsetSnapdragon 821SD 6 Gen 1Snapdragon 7s Gen 2
Display5.7" FHD curved OLED6.1" OLED 60 Hz6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz
Main camera48 MP · f/1.864 MP · f/1.8
Battery4,070 mAh5,000 mAh5,100 mAh
Launch price$430$449$299

Frequently asked questions

When was the Mi Note 2 released?

The Mi Note 2 was released in Oct 2016.

How much does the Mi Note 2 cost?

The Mi Note 2 launched at $430 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Mi Note 2 screen size and type?

The Mi Note 2 has a 5.7" FHD curved OLED display.

What chipset does the Mi Note 2 use?

The Mi Note 2 is powered by the Snapdragon 821 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Mi Note 2 have?

The Mi Note 2 ships with 4 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Mi Note 2 battery capacity?

The Mi Note 2 has a 4,070 mAh battery.

What colours does the Mi Note 2 come in?

The Mi Note 2 is available in 2 colours: Glacier Silver, Piano Black.

Is the Mi Note 2 worth buying?

Mi Note 2 brought curved OLED to Xiaomi's 2016 flagship — a brief sideline before the MIX line took over. SpecEagle gives the Mi Note 2 an editorial score of 72/100.

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