Xiaomi Mi Mix 3
The Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2018).
2018 · Mid-range · Android 9.0 (Pie)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size6.39" · 157.9 x 74.7 x 8.5 mm (6.22 x 2.94 x 0.33 in)
ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
RAM10GB | 6GB | 8GB
Storage128GB | 256GB
Main Camera12 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Smooth Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓10GB of RAM — sufficient for smooth multitasking
✓Sharp 403 PPI screen
✓6.39" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓5G capable for fast cellular data
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,200 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2018, October. Released 2018, November
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
Upper-mid performance — fast and capable
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
OS
Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 12
RAM
10GB | 6GB | 8GB
Smooth for most users
💻 Display
Sharpness
403 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
Super AMOLED, HDR
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 1080p@960fps
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,200 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 3200 mAh, non-removable
Charging
18W wired, QC4 10W wireless
📱 Design & Build
Weight
218g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
157.9 x 74.7 x 8.5 mm (6.22 x 2.94 x 0.33 in)
Build
Glass front, ceramic back, aluminum frame (7000 series)
Colors
Jade Green, Sapphire Blue, Onyx Black, Forbidden City Blue
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 - Global
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
GPS
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE.
Yes, the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Yes, the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 supports wireless charging (18W wired, QC4 10W wireless).
No reverse wireless charging mentioned for the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3.
Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC4 10W wireless).
No, the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 does not support a memory card.
The Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
No, the Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 ships with Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10, MIUI 12.
The Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 uses USB Type-C.
The Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
The Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 has 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE.
