The Xiaomi Mix Flip is the latest foldable phone to hit the market, offering a unique clamshell design from the Chinese tech giant. With tough competition from the likes of the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6, the Mix Flip aims to carve out its own space in the foldable phone market.
### Design & Build
The Xiaomi Mix Flip features a curved body that folds up neatly into a compact square, measuring just 85mm when folded. It boasts the largest outer display on a clamshell foldable at 4.01 inches, making it a standout feature. The phone is lightweight at 192g, making it easy to carry around. However, the vertical camera bumps may be a bit chunky for some users, and the lack of water or dust resistance is a downside.
### Screen & Speakers
The Mix Flip sports a 6.86-inch AMOLED internal display with a 120Hz refresh rate and support for HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos. The display offers vibrant colors and textures, with a peak brightness of 3000 nits for easy outdoor visibility. The 4.01-inch outer display is bright and glossy but marred by a permanent widget bar that limits app visibility. The phone also features dual stereo speakers, though the audio quality may not be as robust as other devices.
### Specs & Performance
Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, the Mix Flip offers snappy performance with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. The phone excels in benchmark tests, making it a good choice for gaming and heavy-duty tasks. However, the device may heat up quickly during demanding tasks like gaming.
### Cameras
The Mix Flip features dual 50Mp Leica rear cameras for impressive daytime shots. The main camera and telephoto lens deliver accurate colors and dynamic textures, with good bokeh effects and zoom capabilities. The phone struggles in low-light conditions, producing blurry shots and lens flare. Video recording supports up to 8K resolution, with OIS for stable footage.
### Battery Life & Charging
With a 4780mAh battery, the Mix Flip offers around a day and a half of usage, with 67W fast charging for quick top-ups. The phone lacks wireless charging, but the fast charging speeds make up for it.
### Software & Apps
Running on HyperOS, Xiaomi’s skin over Android 14, the Mix Flip suffers from bloatware and pre-installed apps that may be unwanted. The software experience is cluttered, with duplicate apps and constant notifications. The phone offers unique features like answering calls with the phone closed and a flex mode for certain apps.
### Price & Availability
The Xiaomi Mix Flip is priced at £1,099 and is available directly on the Mi Store and Amazon. The phone is not available in the US and is sold outright without contract options. The price may be a bit steep compared to competitors like the Razr 50 Ultra and Z Flip 6.
### Verdict
The Xiaomi Mix Flip offers decent battery life, swift performance, and good camera capabilities, but falls short in areas like water resistance, software clutter, and outer screen navigation. With a higher price tag than some competitors, the Mix Flip may need a discount to stand out in the foldable phone market.
