Xiaomi Mi Max
The Xiaomi Mi Max is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650 Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm) - Prime model, suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 4,850 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Solid 4,850 mAh battery for all-day use
✓6.44" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650 Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm) - Prime model — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650 Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm) - Prime model
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Hexa-core (4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 & 2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A72) Octa-core (4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A72)
OS
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), MIUI 10
RAM
2GB | 3GB | 4GB
Apps may reload frequently
Storage
128GB | 16GB | 32GB | 64GB
💻 Display
Sharpness
342 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
4,850 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Type
Li-Ion 4850 mAh, non-removable
Weight
203g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
173.1 x 88.3 x 7.5 mm (6.81 x 3.48 x 0.30 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
