Xiaomi Mi 11i: Pros and Cons

Xiaomi announced the launch of the Mi 11i smartphone in 2021. The manufacturer is offering this smartphone with 6.67 inch AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC, and 8 GB of RAM. It comes with Android OS v11.0 out of the box, and a Li-Po 4520 mAh, non-removable battery. The 6.67 inch AMOLED displays has fast response times. The Mi 11i has a multi-camera setup. The lens offers versatility. It lets you capture a wide range of subjects and scenes from different perspectives. Is this phone worth its price? Hopefully, it will become clear by the end of my review.

Table of Contents

• Xiaomi Mi 11i specifications
• Weight, dimensions, colors
• System, chipset, performance
• Display type, size, resolution
• Memory, storage
• Cameras, flash
• Connectivity, network, wireless
• Battery type, capacity, charger
• Features, sensors, specials
• Verdict, pros and cons

This article shares our personal experiences and thoughts about using the Xiaomi Mi 11i smartphone. We hope to offer helpful insights to others interested in this device. The specifications below are from the official manufacturer data, but we also consider user reviews. If you've seen any mistakes or things missing in these specifications, please let us know.

Xiaomi Mi 11i specifications

Weight, dimensions, colors

The weight of Xiaomi Mi 11i is about 6.91 oz with battery. This is average for smartphones of the same size. Smartphones use a Nano SIM as a small chipcard for a subscriber identity module (SIM).

System, chipset, performance

The Xiaomi Mi 11i comes with Android OS v11.0 out of the box. Google has integrated many services with Android. These include Google Maps, Gmail, and Google Drive. It's a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 octa-core processor. It can handle complex tasks and run many applications. Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors work with Adreno GPUs. The processors are designed for the GPUs.

Display type, size, resolution

The 6.67 inch phone comes with AMOLED display. Smartphones use the AMOLED, which is a type of OLED display. The 6.67 inch display should be big enough for your needs. It will make viewing comfortable. This is true whether you're reading, browsing, or watching. The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner.

Memory, storage

The 8 GB of RAM on the Xiaomi Mi 11i should be more than enough to handle their daily needs without any major issues. Having more RAM alone does not guarantee better performance. The Mi 11i has 128 GB of internal storage, which is more than enough for their needs. You can expand the internal storage (128 GB) with a compatible microSD card.

Cameras, flash

Multiple cameras or depth sensors can help the smartphone. They can make its portrait mode effects more appealing. The main camera of Mi 11i has optical image stabilization (OIS). It counters camera shake.

Connectivity, network, wireless

The designers of the 5G network aim to increase speed. They also want to reduce delay and improve flexibility of wireless services. This phone like all modern smartphones, is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. The Mi 11i smartphone is capable of connecting to Bluetooth devices. This phone has a built-in GPS. This phone is NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. The Mi 11i smartphone does not have 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Battery type, capacity, charger

The Li-Po 4520 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a light-weight, rechargeable battery. The battery of Mi 11i isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

Features, sensors, specials

Today, smartphones come with many sensors. They help make the user experience better. The accelerometer provides information about the smartphone's movement in three axes. These are X (horizontal), Y (vertical), and Z (depth). The Mi 11i phone has a fingerprint scanner. The light sensor detects the level of light in the environment. Dual SIM is great for businesses. They want to give staff a device with separate numbers and bills for personal and business use.

The fast charging technology comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device. Wireless charging uses an electromagnetic field. It transfers energy between two objects through electromagnetic induction.

Verdict, pros and cons

Every phone has its strengths and weaknesses, and this Xiaomi phone is no exception. As with any device, there are aspects that shine and others that fall short. By examining both sides, we can paint a complete picture of what this phone has to offer. Let's explore its standout features and areas for improvement. Remember, this is just my opinion, and yours might be different.

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I'm Lucas Bradley, the founder of the Phone42.com site. I love technology, especially smartphones, and I've been working with tech stuff for more than 20 years. This means I've seen a lot of changes and have learned a bunch about what makes a good phone. On Phone42.com, I look at all kinds of phones. They can be from big, well-known companies or new ones trying to make their mark. I want to help people understand what's new and cool in the world of smartphones, in a way that's easy to get.