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Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$120
Global launch ~EUR279-329; not officially sold in the US. USD figure is a converted equivalent. Widely available used.
$320 at launch

How long will it last?

Our estimate

Supported until September 2023 · Buy-by September 2021

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Apple doesn't publish an end date, but iPhones have a consistent ~3-year update track record — on that basis the Mi 10T Lite should be supported until around September 2023. Buying it today still gets you about -2.7 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

A budget 5G phone with a 120Hz screen and big battery, but its short support life ended early.

Pros

  • Affordable 5G entry via the Snapdragon 750G
  • 120Hz display is rare at this price
  • Large 4820mAh battery lasts well

Cons

  • Security support ended back in 2023, earlier than the pricier models
  • LCD panel and plastic frame feel basic
  • Cameras beyond the main sensor are weak
Best for: First-time 5G buyers on a tight budgetBest for: Users wanting a high-refresh screen for very littleAvoid if: You need any current security updatesAvoid if: You care about camera quality beyond daylight snapshots

Full specifications

Display

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

Screen6.67-inch FHD+ IPS LCD, 2400x1080, 120Hz, HDR10, Gorilla Glass 5
Performance

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

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 750G
RAM6GB
Storage64GB / 128GB
Cameras

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

main64MP
ultra-wide8MP
front16MP
Battery & charging

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

Battery4,820 mAh
Charging33W wired
Build

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

Dimensions165.4 × 76.8 × 9.0 mm
Weight214 g
MaterialsGorilla Glass 5 front and back, plastic frame
Water resistanceNone
Software & connectivity

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

SoftwareAndroid 10 with MIUI 12 at launch
Connectivity5G, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, USB-C, NFC
Update policy~2 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 10T Lite get updates?

Its support has ended. As a budget model it got about two Android upgrades and roughly three years of security patches, which expired in 2023, earlier than the flagship Mi 10T models.

Is the Mi 10T Lite a 5G phone?

Yes. It was one of the first phones with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 750G, bringing sub-6GHz 5G to a budget price, though band support targets global rather than US carriers.

Does the Mi 10T Lite have a 120Hz screen?

Yes, it offers a 120Hz IPS LCD, which was unusually high refresh for its budget price, though it is an LCD rather than AMOLED panel.

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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.