Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 vs Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Mi Mix 2
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Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2)
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Xiaomi Mi Mix 2
Faster charging
Xiaomi Mi Mix 2
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Xiaomi Mi Mix 2
Lighter body
Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2)
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 5.99 | 5.99 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 2160 | 1440 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 720 |
| PPI | 403 | 269 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 | — |
| Screen-to-body | 80.8 | 74.5 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.45 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo) | Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 540 | Adreno 506 |
| Chipset Name | Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 |
| Process (nm) | 10 | 14 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | MIUI 12 | MIUI 12 |
| OS Version | 7.1 | 8.1 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM | 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps | 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS) |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Count | 1 | 2 |
| Depth | — | 5 MP, f/2.4, (depth) |
| Lens | 12 MP, f/2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | — | HDR, LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP, f/2 | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 3400 | 3080 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Po |
| Wired Charging (W) | 18 | 10 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), ceramic back, aluminum frameGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), ceramic back, ceramic frame - 128/8 GB model | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 151.8 | 160.7 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.7 | 8.1 |
| Weight (g) | 185 | 170 |
| Width (mm) | 75.5 | 77.3 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2017, September. Released 2017, September | 2018, May. Released 2018, May |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800, 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1800, 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40 - Global |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, EVDO, LTE | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 4.2 |
| infrared port | — | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | — |
| Radio | No | FM radio |
| USB Type | Type-C | — |
| USB Version | — | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 | Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 and Xiaomi Redmi S2 (Redmi Y2) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 packs a 3400 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
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