Xiaomi Mi 2S vs Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Mi 2S
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Xiaomi Mi 2S
Better display
Xiaomi Mi 2S
Lighter body
Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi 2S | Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 4.3 | 4.7 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 1280 | 1280 |
| Resolution Width | 720 | 720 |
| PPI | 342 | 312 |
| Glass Type | — | To be confirmed |
| Screen-to-body | 65.2 | 67.8 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi 2S | Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Quad-core 1.7 GHz Krait 300 | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 320 | Adreno 306 |
| Chipset Name | Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro | Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 |
| Process (nm) | — | 28 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | MIUI 5 | MIUI 7.2 |
| OS Version | 4.1 | 4.4.4 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi 2S | Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM | 16GB 2GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi 2S | Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 720p@90fps, HDR | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR | LED flash, HDR |
| Count | 2 | 1 |
| Lens | 13 MP, f/2.2 | — |
| Wide | — | 8 MP, f/2.2, 28mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi 2S | Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 720p |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 2 MP | 2 MP |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi 2S | Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 2000 | 2200 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Po |
| music play | Up to 45 h | — |
| stand by | Up to 450 h (3G) | — |
| talk time | Up to 15 h (3G) | — |
| Wired Charging (W) | — | 10 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi 2S | Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Build | — | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Height (mm) | 126 | 134 |
| Thickness (mm) | 10.2 | 9 |
| Weight (g) | 145 | 133 |
| Width (mm) | 62 | 67 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi 2S | Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2013, April. Released 2013, April | 2015, August. Released 2015, August |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi 2S | Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 900, 1800 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | — | 3, 40 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps | HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi 2S | Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4 | 4 |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio | Stereo FM radio |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi 2S | Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi 2S | Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Mi 2S and Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime packs a 2200 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Xiaomi Mi 2S reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 13 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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