Much has been said about the characteristics and the price of Xiaomi Mi Note 2, the Chinese brand's phablet that arrives on the market to compete with the iPhone 7 Plus and other large-format terminals such as the Huawei Mate or Samsung's Note range.
Finally, today we can confirm or deny the many rumors associated with the Xiaomi device that have been appearing online these past few weeks, where there was talk of a curved screen similar to that of the Edge terminals and the presence of a dual camera very similar to the one Huawei uses in its Huawei P9.
Features of the Xiaomi Mi Note 2
It seems that, for the time being, we're left without Pro version of Xiaomi Mi Note 2The rumored model would feature a dual rear camera and up to 256 GB of internal storage. However, the set of specs The features of the company's new phablet make it one of the most complete large-screen Chinese devices.
There's no longer a dual camera, but there is one curved screen which steals the show. Not only with curved glass on both its screen and casing, but it also boasts a flexible OLED panel Under 3D glass and Gorilla Glass protection. The curvature is more aesthetic and ergonomic than functional: the curved edges don't add dedicated shortcuts and the content doesn't fully extend to the edge, something to keep in mind.
- Screen 5,7-inch, Full HD resolution (386 ppi), OLED technology; double tap to wake and reading mode Configurable. Does not include 3D pressure.
- Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 with Adreno 530 GPU.
- RAM 4 GB or 6 GB.
- Storage 64GB/128GB UFS 2.0 no microSD slot.
- Rear camera Sony IMX318 22,56MP sensor with PDAF autofocus, f/2.0 aperture and electronic gyro stabilization (EIS)4K video.
- Frontal camera 8 MP with autofocus (Sony sensor, f/2.0 aperture).
- Fingerprint reader integrated into the front button, fast and precise.
- USB Type C (compatible with USB OTG) and quick charge Quick Charge 3.0.
- NFC and mobile payments; infrared for remote control; Jack The 3,5 mm.
- Hi-Res Audio 24-bit/192 kHz and noise cancellation with dedicated microphone.
- Battery 4.070 mAh, non-removable.
- Colors: piano black and silver.
- Dimensions: 156,2 x 77,3 x 7,6 mm; 166 g.
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi ac (2×2 MIMO), Bluetooth 4.2, GPS/GLONASS/BeiDou, Volta.
The leap in construction is remarkable: aluminum frame and double 3D glass (front and rear), with a very elegant finish and a comfortable grip despite its size. There's no stereo sound (the speaker is on the bottom edge), and it doesn't include an FM radio or headphones in the box. The port of infrared and the minijack are still present.
In terms of performance, the hardware performs as expected from a Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 with UFS 2.0: MIUI moves with fluencyDemanding games run well, and intensive tasks pose no problem. In synthetic benchmarks published by competitors, it ranks around 137.000 points in AnTuTu, with figures close to 1.900/5.800 on Geekbench (mono/multi) and results in 3DMark Sling Shot in the environment of 2.600-2.900It doesn't always outperform other highly optimized SD821s, but it maintains high and stable performance.
La screen It offers deep blacks and good contrast, although the maximum brightness and viewing angles aren't the most impressive in its class: a slight bluish tint appears when tilted, and outdoors it's advisable to adjust the brightness manually. Even so, the panel performs adequately, and the curved design improves ergonomics.
En photographyThe 22,56 MP sensor excels in detail in good lighting and 4K video with EIS; however, in low light, the f/2.0 aperture and lack of OIS limit the results and increase noise. The app supports HDR, panorama, basic manual modes, and face detection; RAW capture is not included by default, although a feature has been rumored. dual camera in future versionsThe 8 MP front camera, with autofocus, delivers crisp selfies.
La battery The 4.070 mAh battery performs as expected in a Full HD OLED phablet: it's possible to get up to two days with moderate use; with heavy screen use, around... 5 hours of screen It's normal. With a QC 3.0 charger, it reaches 50% in about 25 minutes and 100% in less than 90 minutesWith incompatible chargers, the times are considerably longer.
SoftwareMIUI 8 based on Android 6, with extensive customization options, reading mode, double-tap to wake, app cloning, and battery profiles. Availability depends on the ROM. Google Play Languages ​​may vary; official global ROMs receive frequent updates.
4G compatibility in Spain
The company itself has announced the compatibility of Xiaomi Mi Note 2 with all the international LTE bandsoffering a total of 37 bands. This makes the global version It's a safe bet for travel and can be used with operators in multiple countries.
- GSM: 2 / 3 / 5 / 8
- CDMA 1X: 0/1/10/15
- WCDMA: 1/2/4/5/8
- TD-SCDMA: 34 / 39
- LTE-TDD: 38/39/40/41
- LTE-FDD: 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/18/19/20/25/26/28/29/30
This means that the Xiaomi phablet is compatible with the 20 band in Spain (800 MHz), which allows for better indoor coverage and in complicated areas with the operators that use it.
Price and Availability
We've reached the most interesting point of the official presentation and launch’s most emblematic landmarks, the price of Xiaomi Mi Note 2There was much talk that this device could be the most expensive in the company's history, approaching the traditional high-end range. As is usually the case, the smartphone was first released in the Chinese market and then became popular through international distributors.
El price of Xiaomi Mi Note 2 It's not that exorbitant and we'll be able to see it for 2.799 yuan (approx. 380 euros) for the 4 GB/64 GB model; 3.299 yuan (approx. 450 euros) for the 6 GB/128 GB version; and around 3.499 yuan (approx. 475 euros) for the version with global bandsDepending on the store and initial demand, prices may rise temporarily and there may be stock issues in the first few weeks.
The Mi Note 2 offers a solid balance between premium designPerformance and battery life are key, with a beautifully curved OLED display, a capable camera in good light, and comprehensive global connectivity. It doesn't have the brightest panel or the most versatile camera in its class, but its fast storage package, SD821 RAM, Hi-Res audio, NFC, and Quick Charge keep it a very serious contender in the phablet segment and could be a great smartphone.