Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro

Xiaomi Apr 2, 2021

Overview

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro is a 2021 smartphone from Xiaomi. It features a 6.81" AMOLEDSamsung E4 display with 1440 x 3200 px resolution (515 ppi pixel density), offering a smooth 120 Hz refresh rate and impressive peak brightness of 1700 nits, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. The device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (5 nm process), 8GB RAM LPDDR5 RAM and Adreno 660 GPU. The camera system features a 50MP Standard main sensor with f/1.95 aperture, accompanied by 13MP Wide Angle lens and 8MP Telephoto + macro, plus a 20MP selfie camera. Power is provided by a 5000 mAh Li-Ion Polymer battery with 67W fast charging. The phone runs on Android 11. Available in multiple configurations: 8GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage. Color options include Black, Green, Purple.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro Review

Build Quality

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro, released on April 2nd, 2021, features a robust design with dimensions of 164.3 mm in height, 74.6 mm in width, and 8.5 mm in depth. The device weighs 208 grams. It incorporates a 2.5D curved glass screen with a 4D curved glass back, housed within a frame that provides a solid feel. The screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus for scratch resistance.

Screen Quality

The Mi 11 Pro boasts a 6.81-inch AMOLED display with a 1440 x 3200 pixel resolution, resulting in a pixel density of 515 ppi. The panel is of the AMOLED Samsung E4 variety, capable of displaying 1 billion colors. It supports a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and features HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and a peak brightness of 1500 nits (spec claims 1700 nits). The screen has a 20:9 aspect ratio and a 5,000,000:1 contrast ratio. Additionally, it incorporates a 480 Hz touch sampling rate, Always-On Display, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, and supports DCI-P3, sRGB, and 100% NTSC color gamuts.

Camera Performance

The rear camera setup is a triple-lens system. The primary lens is a 50MP Samsung GN2 ISOCELL sensor with an f/1.95 aperture, 1.4µm pixels and a 1/1.12" sensor size. It supports pixel binning 1-4 (2x2). The second lens is a 13MP Omnivision OV13B10 PureCel wide-angle lens with an f/2.2 aperture and 1.12µm pixels with a 1/3.06" sensor size. The third lens is an 8MP Omnivision OV08A10 PureCel telephoto + macro lens with 1.00µm pixels and a 1/4.4" sensor size, including optical image stabilization (OIS). The front-facing camera is a 20MP Samsung S5K3T2 ISOCELL sensor with an f/2.3 aperture, 0.8µm pixels and a 1/3.4" sensor size, also utilizing pixel binning 1-4 (2x2). Video recording capabilities include 8K at 24fps and 4K at up to 60fps, all with HDR and electronic image stabilization (EIS). The camera system supports 5X optical zoom, 50X digital zoom, and 10X video zoom, in addition to features such as laser autofocus (LAF), phase detection autofocus (PDAF), and optical image stabilization. DxOMark scores for the device are 124 for the overall Mobile score, 118 for photo, and 132 for video.

Software Experience

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro ships with Android 11, however, there is no information on its maximum version support. The user experience is heavily influenced by Xiaomi's custom skin, which adds additional features and customization options.

Battery Performance

The device is equipped with a 5000 mAh Li-Ion Polymer battery, which supports 67W wired fast charging as well as 67W wireless charging. It also features 10W reverse wireless charging. The battery is non-removable, and the included features point to a device designed for power users requiring all-day battery life and quick top-up capabilities.

Value for Money

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro is positioned in the medium-price range. The 8GB/256GB version is priced around $331.62. The inclusion of a high-refresh-rate AMOLED display, a flagship-level processor, a versatile camera system, and fast charging capabilities makes this phone a strong contender in its category.

Basic Information

Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro
BrandXiaomi
ModelXiaomi Mi 11 Pro
Launch DateFriday, April 2, 2021
Release Year2021
Dimensions164.3 × 74.6 × 8.5 mm
Weight208 g
Volume104.18 cm³
Available Colors
  • Black
  • Green
  • Purple

Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro was released on Friday, April 2, 2021. The phone measures 164.3 × 74.6 × 8.5 mm with a volume of 104.18 cm³ and weighs 208g. It features a 6.81" AMOLEDSamsung E4 display with 1440 x 3200 px resolution (515 ppi pixel density) and 120 HzHz refresh rate. The device is available in the following colors: Black, Green, Purple.

Display

Size6.81"
TypeAMOLEDSamsung E4
Resolution1440 x 3200 px
Pixel Density515 ppi
Aspect Ratio20:9
Refresh Rate120 Hz
BrightnessHBM: 700 nits, Peak: 1700 nits
Contrast Ratio5000000:1
HDR SupportHDR10+
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass Victus
Additional Features
  • Hole-punch Notch
  • Touch sampling rate 480 Hz
  • Always-On Display
  • TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification
  • DCI-P3
  • sRGB standard
  • 100% NTSC
  • 10 Bits panel
  • MEMC
  • Dolby Vision
  • Scratch resistant
  • 2.5D curved glass screen
  • Dual Edge display
  • 4D curved glass screen
  • Capacitive
  • Multi-touch
  • Frameless

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro features a 6.81" AMOLEDSamsung E4 display with 1440 x 3200 px resolution (515 ppi pixel density) in 20:9 aspect ratio. The display offers HBM mode reaching 700 nits, with peak brightness of 1700 nits. It delivers smooth 120 Hz refresh rate and impressive 5000000:1 contrast ratio. The screen supports advanced HDR formats including HDR10+. Display protection is provided by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. User-centric features include hole-punch notch, touch sampling rate 480 hz, always-on display, multi-touch. Technical capabilities include tÜv rheinland eye comfort certification, dci-p3, srgb standard, 100% ntsc, 10 bits panel, memc, dolby vision, 2.5d curved glass screen, dual edge display, 4d curved glass screen, capacitive, frameless. Additional protection features include scratch resistant.

Sensors

Security Sensors
  • Fingerprint (under display)
Motion Sensors
  • accelerometer
  • gyro
Environmental Sensors
  • proximity
  • compass
  • color spectrum
Health SensorsN/A

For security, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro features fingerprint (under display). Motion tracking is handled by accelerometer gyro. Environmental monitoring includes proximity compass color spectrum.

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
TypeLi-Ion Polymer
Fast Charging67W
Wireless ChargingN/A
Features
  • Reverse charging
  • Non-removable
Additional Info
  • 67W wireless charging
  • 10W reverse-wireless charging

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro is equipped with a 5000 mAh Li-Ion Polymer battery. It features fast charging at 67W. The battery system includes reverse charging, non-removable. Additional features include 67w wireless charging, 10w reverse-wireless charging.

Hardware

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 888
CPU
Processor Details
  • processor type: Octa-Core
  • production process: 5 nm
  • max freq: 2.84 GHz
  • 64-bit
GPUAdreno 660
RAM & Storage8GB RAM LPDDR5, 128GB UFS Storage 3.1
Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro Versions:
  • 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage
  • 8GB RAM + 256GB Storage
  • 12GB RAM + 256GB Storage
AnTuTu Score854,267 (v10)
Additional FeaturesCooling System
Sensors
  • Fingerprint
  • Proximity
  • Light sensor
  • Accelerometer
  • Compass
  • Gyroscope
  • Heart Rate
Audio Features
  • Hi-Res Audio
  • Stereo Speakers
  • 3 microphones
SD Card SlotNo
Battery5000 mAh

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 built on 5 nm process technology with 64-bit architecture. Graphics processing is handled by Adreno 660. The device comes with 8GB RAM (RAM LPDDR5) and 128GB storage (UFS Storage 3.1). In AnTuTu benchmark v10, it achieves 854,267 points. Audio capabilities include Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers, 3 microphones. The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro features advanced cooling system. Integrated sensors include Fingerprint, Proximity, Light sensor, Accelerometer. The device is powered by a 5000 mAh battery. The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro is available in 8GB RAM + 128GB storage, 8GB RAM + 256GB storage, 12GB RAM + 256GB storage configurations.

Connectivity

WiFi
WiFi Standards
  • 802.11a
  • 802.11b
  • 802.11g
  • 802.11n
  • 802.11n 5GHz
  • 802.11ac
  • WiFi 6 (802.11ax)
Other WiFi Features
  • Dual band
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Wi-Fi Direct
  • Wi-Fi Display
  • Wi-Fi MiMO
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2 LE Low energy consumption
Bluetooth Features
  • A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
  • LE (Low Energy)
  • APT-x
  • LDAC
  • AAC
GPS
  • GPS
  • A-GPS
  • GLONASS
  • Beidou
  • QZSS
  • Galileo
  • GPS (L1+L5)
  • GLONASS (L1)
  • BeiDou (B1)
  • Galileo (E1+E5a)
  • BeiDou (B2)
  • NavIC System
Network Bands
5G

  • n1 (2100)
  • n3 (1800)
  • n28a (700)
  • n41 (2500)
  • n77 (3700)
  • n78 (3500)
  • n79 (4700)

4G LTE

  • B1 (2100)
  • B2 (1900)
  • B3 (1800)
  • B4 (1700/2100 AWS 1)
  • B5 (850)
  • B7 (2600)
  • B8 (900)
  • B12 (700)
  • B17 (700)
  • B18 (800)
  • B19 (800)
  • B20 (800)
  • B26 (850)
  • B28a (700)
  • B34 (TDD 2100)
  • B38 (TDD 2600)
  • B39 (TDD 1900)
  • B40 (TDD 2300)
  • B41 (TDD 2500)
  • B42 (TDD 3500)

3G

  • B1 (2100)
  • B2 (1900)
  • B4 (1700/2100 AWS A-F)
  • B5 (850)
  • B6 (800)
  • B8 (900)
  • B19 (800)

2G

  • CDMA BC0 (800)
  • B2 (1900)
  • B3 (1800)
  • B5 (850)
  • B8 (900)
SIMDual SIM Dual Standby (Nano SIM + Nano SIM)
USB
  • Charging
  • Mass Storage
  • USB OTG
  • USB Type-C
NFCYes

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro supports 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802.11n 5GHz, 802.11ac, WiFi 6 (802.11ax) with features like Dual band, Hotspot, Direct, Display, MiMO. The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro comes with Bluetooth 5.2 LE Low energy consumption supporting A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), LE (Low Energy), APT-x, LDAC, AAC. For cellular connectivity, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro uses Dual SIM Dual Standby (Nano SIM + Nano SIM). The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro features Charging, Mass Storage, OTG, USB Type-C connectivity. The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro includes NFC support for contactless payments and quick device pairing. The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro supports 5G bands, 4G LTE bands, 3G bands, 2G bands.

Camera Features

Video Resolution
  • 8K
  • 4K
  • 1080p
Frame Rates
  • 24fps
  • 30fps
  • 60fps
Video Features
  • HDR
  • EIS

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro features a 3-camera setup with a 50MP Standard main sensor (f/1.95) of 1/1.12" size and 1.40 µm pixel size. The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro also includes a 13MP Wide Angle lens (f/2.2) and a 8MP Telephoto + macro. For selfies, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro uses a 20MP front camera with f/2.3 aperture featuring 1/3.4" sensor size and 0.80 µm pixel size. The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro's camera system includes 4K Video, 8K Video, Digital zoom.

DxOMark Scores

Mobile Camera DxOMark Scores

124
Overall
118
Photo
132
Video

Camera details

Rear Camera

Resolution: 50 MP
Aperture: f/1.95
Sensor Model: Samsung GN2
Sensor Type: ISOCELL
Pixel Size: 1.40 µm
Pixel Binning: 1-4 (2x2)
Sensor Size: 1/1.12"

Resolution: 13 MP
Aperture: f/2.2
Sensor Model: Omnivision OV13B10
Sensor Type: PureCel
Pixel Size: 1.12 µm
Sensor Size: 1/3.06"

Resolution: 8 MP
Sensor Model: Omnivision OV08A10
Sensor Type: PureCel
Pixel Size: 1.00 µm
Sensor Size: 1/4.4"

Selfie Camera

Resolution: 20 MP
Aperture: f/2.3
Sensor Model: Samsung S5K3T2
Sensor Type: ISOCELL
Pixel Size: 0.80 µm
Pixel Binning: 1-4 (2x2)
Sensor Size: 1/3.4"

Additional Features

Extra:
  • Ultrawide angle lens 128º
  • 8P lens
  • 4K@60fps
  • 8K@30fps
  • 5X Optical Zoom
  • 50X Digital Zoom
  • 10X Video Zoom
  • Telefoto lens with OIS
Flash:
  • LED
Optical Stabilisation:
  • Yes
Slow Motion Video:
  • Yes, 1920 fps
Features:
  • 4K Video
  • 8K Video
  • Digital zoom
  • Optical zoom
  • Triple camera
  • Digital image stabilization
  • Optical Stabilization (OIS)
  • Ultra stable video
  • Autofocus
  • Touch focus
  • Continuous autofocus
  • Manual focus
  • Laser AF
  • Phase detection autofocus (PDAF)
  • Laser autofocus (LAF)
  • Continuous shooting
  • Geotagging
  • Panorama
  • HDR
  • Face detection
  • White balance settings
  • ISO settings
  • Scene mode
  • Self-timer
  • AF assist Beam
  • RAW

Software

OSAndroid
OS Version11
Max OS Version

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro runs on Android 11. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset .

Prices

Store Price Storage RAM
Amazon UK GBP 254.90
USD 331.62
256 GB 8 GB
Amazon UK GBP 254.90
USD 331.62
256 GB 8 GB