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Xiaomi Mi 11i

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$270
Global (EU/India) launch ~EUR649; not officially sold in the US. USD figure is a converted equivalent.
$650 at launch

How long will it last?

Our estimate

Supported until May 2025 · Buy-by May 2023

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2021◆ Buy-by May 20232025

Apple doesn't publish an end date, but iPhones have a consistent ~4-year update track record — on that basis the Mi 11i should be supported until around May 2025. Buying it today still gets you about -1.0 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 Snapdragon 888 flagship-killer with a 108MP camera and flat AMOLED, now out of software support.

Pros

  • Snapdragon 888 power at a mid-range price
  • 108MP main camera and flat 120Hz AMOLED
  • Stereo speakers and side fingerprint sensor

Cons

  • Security support has ended
  • Only 33W charging is slow for a 2021 flagship-killer
  • No wireless charging or IP rating
Best for: Performance hunters on a budgetBest for: Buyers wanting a flat 120Hz screenAvoid if: You need current security patchesAvoid if: You want fast or wireless charging

Full specifications

Display

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

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

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

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 888
RAM6GB / 8GB
Storage128GB / 256GB
Cameras

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

main108MP
ultra-wide8MP
front20MP
Battery & charging

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

Battery4,520 mAh
Charging33W wired
Build

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

Dimensions163.7 × 76.4 × 7.8 mm
Weight196 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 11 with MIUI 12.5 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 11i get updates?

Its support has ended. The Mi 11i received about three Android upgrades and roughly four years of security patches, which expired in 2025. No further updates are expected.

Is the Mi 11i the same as the Mi 11X Pro?

Essentially yes. The Mi 11i is the global counterpart of the India-only Mi 11X Pro, sharing the Snapdragon 888, 108MP camera, and overall design.

How fast does the Mi 11i charge?

It charges at 33W wired, filling the 4520mAh battery in roughly an hour. There is no wireless charging, which is its biggest shortfall versus pricier flagships.

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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.