Xiaomi introduced two innovative foldable phones today, marking the brand’s debut in the clamshell flip phone category. Additionally, they launched their fourth iteration of a horizontal book-style folding phone. The Xiaomi MIX Fold 4 follows last year’s Fold 3 and positions itself as a competitor to the newly released Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Honor Magic V3. This new model includes significant enhancements over its predecessor. Here’s a detailed look at its features.
Xiaomi MIX Fold 4 Specifications
The MIX Fold 4 features a redesigned rectangular rear camera module, slightly larger than before, with a curved bottom edge. The power button, integrated with a Godix-manufactured fingerprint scanner, serves dual purposes. The device includes the Dragon Bone Engine 2.0, enhancing reliability while maintaining a slim profile. It also incorporates T800H high-strength carbon fiber to reduce weight. The hinge is engineered to endure 500,000 folds. When folded, the device is 9.47mm thick, and 4.59mm when unfolded, closely mirroring the Honor Magic V3’s dimensions. Weighing 226 grams, it is also IPX8-certified for water resistance.
The external main display of the MIX Fold 4 is 6.56 inches with quad-curved edges, while the internal display spans 7.98 inches with a resolution of 2,488 x 2,224 pixels. Both screens utilize OLED panels, support a 120Hz refresh rate, 3,000 nits peak brightness, HDR10+, HDR Vivid, and Dolby Vision, ensuring an immersive viewing experience. The inner screen features ultra-thin glass and an under-display camera.
Camera and Performance
In terms of photography, the Xiaomi MIX Fold 4 is equipped with Leica-branded quad rear cameras. This setup includes a 50MP main sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens, a 50MP portrait telephoto unit with 2x zoom, and a 50MP periscope lens with 5x zoom. The phone offers various Leica features like filters and photography styles.
Powering the MIX Fold 4 is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, paired with up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage. It houses a 5,100mAh battery, supporting 67W wired and 50W wireless charging. The device also features an ultra-thin VC system for heat dissipation and runs on HyperOS, incorporating multiple AI features. Additionally, it offers two-way satellite connectivity, enabling text communication when the cellular network is unavailable.
Pricing and Availability
The Xiaomi MIX Fold 4 is priced at CNY 8,999 ($1,237) for the base model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The 16GB RAM and 512GB storage variant costs CNY 9,999 ($1,375), while the 16GB RAM and 1TB storage version is available for CNY 10,999 (~$1,513). Color options include Black, White, and Blue.
