Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 256GB

• Pros
• • Sexy looks
  • Smooth performance and good battery life
  • Decent camera
  • Value for money
• Cons
• • Front camera could have been better
  • Fingerprint magnet
  • Lacks 3.5mm headset socket
  • No IP rating

• Verdict

As I said before, the Mi Mix 2 is a special phone. Apart from it’s oh-so-sexy design, it’s also a solid all-rounder, bringing smooth performance, a reasonably capable camera, and good battery life to the mix (pun unintended). The device also promises to be solid value for money (I`m expecting the starting price to be in the region of Rs 35,000). However, it faces stiff competition from two very strong rivals - the OnePlus 5 (review) and the Nokia 8 (review). When pitted against each other, all these t... Read Full Verdict  

As I said before, the Mi Mix 2 is a special phone. Apart from it’s oh-so-sexy design, it’s also a solid all-rounder, bringing smooth performance, a reasonably capable camera, and good battery life to the mix (pun unintended). The device also promises to be solid value for money (I`m expecting the starting price to be in the region of Rs 35,000). However, it faces stiff competition from two very strong rivals - the OnePlus 5 (review) and the Nokia 8 (review). When pitted against each other, all these three phones bring their own distinct character and have their own set of pros and cons. So let me summarise it for you - if camera quality is important for you, go for the OnePlus 5. If you’re an Android purist and care for timely updates, the Nokia 8 would be ideal. Otherwise, the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 makes for a great buy, and one that can you flaunt proudly too.Related read: Apple iPhone X vs Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs Xiaomi Mi Mix 2Another reason why the Mix 2 is special is because it will be Xiaomi’s new torch bearer in the country, and is easily the most expensive phone it’s launched in India till date. Now we all know how popular Xiaomi is in the budget and affordable segments, but the launch of the Mi Mix 2 will be the litmus test for the brand that shows how it fares in the premium space hitherto ruled by the likes of OnePlus and Samsung. And after my experience with the Mix 2, I’d say Xiaomi has more than a fighting chance.