In July, Xiaomi unveiled the Mix Flip as its first-ever foldable screen flip phone in China. After the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6, it is the only flip phone to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. Therefore, the two phones will rival each other in different markets. Here’s a look at the most interesting features of the Mix Flip.
1. Massive cover display
It goes without saying that one of the major attractions of the Xiaomi Mix Flip is its 4.01-inch cover screen. It supports 1392 x 1208 pixels resolution, 460ppi pixel density, 3,000 nits of peak brightness, DC dimming, and up to 120Hz refresh rate. In comparison, the Galaxy Z Flip 6’s 3.5-inch screen supports a 60Hz refresh rate.
Opening the Mix Flip reveals its 6.86-inch Crystal Res LTPO foldable screen that supports 1-120hz refresh rate, 21912 x 1224 pixel resolution, and 460ppi pixel density. The screen also supports up to 3,000nits of maximum brightness and 2160Hz PWM dimming. It also come with support for HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision video content.
2. Powerful performance
With the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, LPDDR5x RAM, and UFS 4.0 storage onboard, it is a flagship phone in a flip phone form factor. For heat dissipation, the device is equipped with a 3D vapor chamber cooling unit with a 3500mm² surfaced area.
3. Massive battery
The Xiaomi Mix Flip’s 4,780mAh battery is slightly smaller than the 4,800mAh battery found in the Honor Magic V Flip. Notably, the Mix Flip utilizes a silicon-carbon anode high-energy density battery, which supports 67W fast charging. This advanced battery technology allows the Mix Flip to deliver a longer-lasting power supply while maintaining a compact form factor. While the Magic V Flip has a bigger battery, it features an older Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip.
4. Flagship-grade cameras
The Mix Flip is no slouch in the camera department. While the Z Flip 6 has an OIS-assisted 50-megapixel+ 12-megapixel dual-camera setup on the back and a 12-megapixel front camera. The Mix Flip offers users a 32-megapixel camera for selfies and an OIS-enabled 50-megapixel (OmniVision Light Fusion 800 – OV50E) + 50-megapixel (OV60A telephoto, 2x optical zoom) dual-camera setup on the back. In addition, Xiaomi also offers Lecia optimizations like the Xiaomi 14 series.
5. Design
When unfolded, the Xiaomi Mix Flip measures 167.5 x 74.02 x 7.6mm and weighs 192 grams. In its folded state, it offers dimensions of 85.54 x 74.02 x 15.99mm. It comes in Black and Purple color options. The device features an aluminium frame and supports 45° to 120° multi-angle hovering. Additionally, Xiaomi Shield Glass protects the external screen, ensuring that this sleek and stylish device offers the best durability. This combination of robust materials and thoughtful design elements enhances the overall user experience, making the Mix Flip both practical and aesthetically appealing.
Other features and price
The Xiaomi Mix Flip comes preloaded with Android 14 and HyperOS. At present, there is no clarity about the phone’s software upgrade policy. It comes with AI features, such as AI Interpreter and Circle to Search with Google. For security, it has a side-facing fingerprint scanner. It offers connectivity features, such as dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, and USB-C. For audiophiles, it features Dolby Atmos-powered dual speakers.
The Xiaomi Mix Flip, which comes in a single 12GB+512GB trim, is priced at €1,299 in Europe. In comparison, the 12GB+256GB and 12GB+512GB variants of the Z Flip 6 are available for €1,199 and €1,319, respectively in Europe.
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