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Xiaomi Mi 10

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$200
Global launch ~EUR799; not officially sold in the US. USD figure is a converted equivalent. Now available used/refurbished only.
$800 at launch

How long will it last?

Our estimate

Supported until February 2024 · Buy-by February 2022

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Apple doesn't publish an end date, but iPhones have a consistent ~4-year update track record — on that basis the Mi 10 should be supported until around February 2024. Buying it today still gets you about -2.3 years of safe use (Apple's written legal minimum is 5 years).

Source: Xiaomi's official policy · last verified 2026-06-12 · how we compute this

Our verdict

Xiaomi's 2020 Snapdragon 865 flagship with a 108MP camera, long since past its update lifetime.

Pros

  • Snapdragon 865 still handles daily tasks fine
  • 108MP main camera with 8K video for its era
  • 30W wireless charging was generous in 2020

Cons

  • Security and OS support ended years ago
  • No telephoto camera and only a 90Hz screen
  • No IP rating and a hefty 208g body
Best for: Collectors of early Snapdragon 865 phonesBest for: Very budget-conscious secondary-device buyersAvoid if: You need any software updatesAvoid if: You want modern camera versatility

Full specifications

Display

💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).

Screen6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED, 2340x1080, 90Hz, HDR10+, Gorilla Glass 5
Performance

💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 865
RAM8GB / 12GB
Storage128GB / 256GB
Cameras

💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.

main108MP
ultra-wide13MP
front20MP
Battery & charging

💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.

Battery4,780 mAh
Charging30W wired, 30W wireless, 10W reverse wireless
Build

💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.

Dimensions162.6 × 74.8 × 8.96 mm
Weight208 g
MaterialsGorilla Glass 5 front and back, aluminum frame
Water resistanceNone
Software & connectivity

💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.

SoftwareAndroid 10 with MIUI 11 at launch
Connectivity5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, USB-C, NFC
Update policy~3 years of updates (our estimate from Xiaomi's track record — written minimum is 5 years)

Better-value alternatives

Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.

Frequently asked questions

How long will the Xiaomi Mi 10 get updates?

Support is long over. The Mi 10 received around three Android upgrades (through Android 12/MIUI 13) and roughly four years of security patches, all of which ended by 2024. It no longer receives updates.

Does the Xiaomi Mi 10 have a telephoto camera?

No. Its rear setup pairs the 108MP main and a 13MP ultra-wide with small macro/depth helpers, so there is no dedicated optical zoom lens.

Is the Mi 10 safe to use as a main phone in 2026?

Not really. With security updates ended years ago, it is best kept as a backup or media device rather than for banking or sensitive accounts.

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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-06-12.