Smartphone successor Mi MIX, namely Mi MIX 2 was released in Beijing Sept. 11 in conjunction with Mi Note 3. Not long ago, Mi MIX 2 also swing in the Indian market.
Still the same as its predecessor, Mi MIX 2 comes with bezeless design aka berbezel thin. The difference this time Xiaomi cut the screen area from 6.4 inches on the Mi MIX to 5.99 inches on Mi MIX 2.
Then, what kind of experience using Mi MIX 2? Opportunity to try Mi MIX 2 and its various features. Here is a quick review of Mi MIX 2.
Design and Display
The first time holding Mi MiX 2 , it looks clear this smartphone is different from Mi MIX. This smartphoneis big sailing but compared to its predecessor Mi MIX 2 is more comfortable when held because the screen is smaller and each corner is made more rounded . Another difference between the two is the chin (bottom of the screen) Mi MIX 2 is made smaller and space saving.
However, this smartphone's front camera is still placed in the right corner of the chin of the smartphoneso users must be willing to rotate the device when they want to take selfie photos.
Ceramic clad smartphone body was retained and make this smartphone has a luxurious impression and more resistant to scratches. Even so, smartphones berbodi ceramics tend to be more slick when grasped, as well as Mi MIX 2.
Unlike Mi MIX which is fully wrapped with ceramics, the side of Mi MIX 2 is coated with metal material so it reduces slippery when grasped.
Compared to its predecessor whose screen is free from speakers because there is below the screen, the top screen Mi MIX 2 there is a speaker hole . Mi MIX 2 is also present without an audio jack so users have to connect the headset with a USB type C adapter to be able to hear music through the headset .
As in Mi MIX, Xiaomi provide a protective case so that when mounted cover the body Mi MIX 2, the phone is not too slippery. Unfortunately, compared to its predecessor made of genuine leather, case Mi MIX 2 made of plastic material, so it seems less luxurious.
Just for information, the right side of Mi MIX 2 there are volume and power buttons. While on the left there is a SIM card slot that can be opened with a SIM card ejector.
Then, at the bottom of the smartphone is also equipped with a USB port type C and speakers on the right and left ports type C.
Like Mi MIX, the rear body of the successor smartphone also features a 12MP main camera with LED flash beside it. Meanwhile, the fingerprint scanner is placed under the camera.
Switching on the screen, Mi MIX 2 comes with a 5.99 inch screen supported 18: 9 aspect ratio (resolution 2,160 x 1,080 pixels). Bodi Mi MIX 2 more than 80 percent dominated IPS screen, not OLED. Mi MIX 2 screen can produce good images, although the resulting color is not maximal compared to smartphoneswith OLED screen.
Performance and Display Interface
On paper, Mi MIX 2 comes powered with Snapdragon 835 processor combined with 6GB of RAM. Meanwhile, the storage space comes in two options, namely 128GB and 256GB and not equipped with a microSD slot.
With a kitchen runway at the top, the performance of Mi MIX 2 can no doubt meet the needs of active smartphone users.
When used, Mi MIX 2 does not experience lag and fit to support everyday needs such as accessing social media, email, camera, video and music streaming , to play games.
Because the screen is smaller than Mi MIX, Xiaomi equip Mi MIX 2 with a capacity of 3,400mAh battery. Charging is done through a USB port type C and equipped with Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging feature so that the process of charging power only lasts one hour more to full.
With the above power capacity, Mi MIX 2 battery can last all day, but for users who do very active use, in a day of charging can be done twice.
We also perform benchmark tests using the AnTuTu Benchmark app. Based on test results, this device is able to carve a score of 174,617 points.
To prove their performance, we tried to play some heavyweight games like Injustice 2 and Asphalt Xtreme. Both games were successfully played smoothly and without lag . Even so, after playing about 30 minutes the smartphone body becomes warmer. Even so, the game can still be done well with the body of a rather warm smartphone .
Camera
Last year, Mi MIX camera capabilities can be spelled out very mediocre. Xiaomi also improve the ability of the camera Mi MIX 2. Specifically, Xiaomi does not present a dual camera on this flagship device .
the main camera Mi MIX 2 supported 12MP sensor with f / 2.0 aperture and PDAF technology and LED flash. The main camera is placed in the rear body, precisely above the fingerprint . Unfortunately, the physical main camera of Mi MIX 2 is somewhat protruding into making it more vulnerable to scratches.
Meanwhile, selfie Mi MIX 2 camera uses a 5MP sensor placed on the chin of the phone. Its location at the bottom corner is a bit annoying when users want to take self-portion or video call.
Conclusion
Mi MIX 2 comes with bezelless design that is very charming and new than its predecessor. This smartphone is more comfortable gripped and luxurious impressed because of the ceramic material used. Even so Xiaomi equip Mi MIX 2 box with a case made of plastic.
Smartphone is powered by a chipset premium Snapdragon 835 and 6GB of RAM and a fast performance makes the anti nge- lag . In terms of power, the smartphone with a battery of 3,400mAh is arguably quite power-efficient especially with the fast charging 3.0 support that makes the charging process becomes faster.
Although it has improved the quality of the camera, the image of Mi MIX 2 is still fairly standard as apremium smartphone and this becomes its own minus value. Bezelless design also makes Xiaomi sacrificing the location of the front camera. Users were "forced" comfortable with the location of the front camera.
Another deficiency of Mi MIX 2 is the loss of 3.5 mm audio jack to make this device thinner than its predecessor. Of course for those who like to listen to music this is so its own shortcomings because it must use type C.
Advantages:
- Charming bezelless design - ceramic material that makes smartphones look luxurious
- Snapdragon 835 processor, 6GB RAM, and 256GB of storage space make smartphone performance lag- free
- The split screen feature lets open two applications in one screen
- Longer battery performance and faster charging process with Quick Charge feature
- Placement of fingerprint scanner in the middle of the back so easily accessible
- Already present with global ROM so no need to flashing ROM
Deficiency:
- Ceramic materials make the smartphone body more slippery
- Not equipped with 3.5 mm audio jack
- Front camera is placed on the chin of the smartphone , users who want selfie photos should rotate the smartphone.
- The main camera is better, but the results are still standard
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