Xiaomi Mi Note 2
The Xiaomi Mi Note 2 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 4,070 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
✓5.7" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 166g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gamingHeavy multitaskingPhotography
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 821 (14 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core (2x2.35 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
OS
Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), MIUI 8.2
RAM
4GB | 6GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
386 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS)
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
4,070 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Type
Li-Ion 4070 mAh, non-removable
Weight
166g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
156.2 x 77.3 x 7.6 mm (6.15 x 3.04 x 0.30 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
