Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Lite review

Added by on 05.01.20 | Last update 12.08.21
Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Lite review

The beginning of 2020 has been fruitful of new smartphones. The proposals of the Chinese company Xiaomi did not go unnoticed. As you know, it has the Mi Note series, which is subflagship. This means that the models have flagship features - cameras, software, etc., but the processor is simpler and the price is temptingly lower.

Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Lite Specifications

  • Release date: 2020, April 30
  • Colors: Midnight Black, Glacier White, Nebula Purple
  • Dimensions: 157.8 x 74.2 x 9.7 mm.
  • Weight: 204 g.
  • Screen: 6.47" in, 1080 x 2340, AMOLED
  • Camera : Quad, 64MP
  • Chipset: Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730G (8 nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 470 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 470 Silver)
  • Memory: 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
  • Battery: 5260, Non-removable Li-Po
  • Network: GSM / HSPA / LTE
  • Operating system: Android 10; MIUI 11
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass

If you are curious to find out all the details before reading the full review, visit the page for Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Lite Specs, where you will find even the smallest detail about the phone.

Design

The look of the smartphone oozes premium quality. Its frame is made of aluminium. From afar, you can hardly distinguish the Lite-version from the Mi Note 10, but if you know that they are marketed in different colors, the problem is solved. The Mi Note 10 Lite has a gorgeous look, comfortably rounded edges and standard dimensions - 157.8 X 74.2 X 9.7 mm at a weight of just over 200 grams. It is suitable for use by both children and adults.

Display

The Mi Note 10 Lite will win you over with a 3D-curved AMOLED display measuring 6.47 inches diagonally. It is protected by Gorilla Glass 5. The aspect ratio is 19.5:9 and the screen resolution is 1080 x 2340 pixels. The latter occupies 87.8% of the front panel, which is an excellent result. You will fully enjoy the content you are working with. The pixel density per inch is 398.

The maximum brightness level reaches 600 nits. Quite enough to work with the device to the fullest. The Always-on display feature is a welcome feature to save on battery consumption and keep you informed on essential matters without the need to touch the phone.

Performance

Mi Note 10 Lite is based on Qualcomm SDM730 Snapdragon 730G (8nm) chipset. The processor is 8-core and consists of 2 Kryo 470 Gold cores clocked at 2.2 GHz and 6 Kryo 470 Silver cores clocked at 1.8 GHz. The graphics is assigned to Adreno 618. You will find several memory modifications in the market including 6GB/64GB, 6GB/128GB and 8GB/128GB. No storage expansion option is provided, which is odd.

About the chipset, you should know that it is an improved gaming modification of the Snapdragon 730 with a power boost. With this smartphone, you won't feel any slowdown in your usual work, communication, internet browsing and gaming.

Mi Note 10 Lite runs on Android 10 operating system and MIUI 11 software. A fingerprint scanner is provided for added security. The device supports working with 2 SIM cards.

Cameras

The Mi Note 10 Lite's photoblock is a modest version of the Mi Note 10's gorgeous 108MP camera photoblock. The main photosensor is a Sony IMX686 with 64 MP resolution, f/1.9, autofocus, laser focus and a decent amount of professional settings that will take top quality photos and videos. The other three cameras are an 8 MP ultra-wide lens, f/2.2, 1/4", a 2 MP macro lens, f/2.4, and a 5 MP portrait lens, f/2.4. This is an incredibly powerful photoblock that will be extremely useful to fans of mobile photography.

The front camera of the Mi Note 10 Lite is a single, 16-megapixel, wide-angle camera. With it, you can shoot videos at 1080 pixels resolution at up to 30 frames per second.

Autonomous operation

Mi Note 10 Lite has got a champion battery capacity of 5260 mAh. It is complemented by 30W fast charging technology. In terms of autonomy, this model makes a serious leap. It is comfortable for long trips and work commitments. Recharging it to 100% takes an hour. In 30 minutes, you'll be enjoying a new 58%.

Conclusion

We recommend you to buy Mi Note 10 Lite if you are a true photography connoisseur and looking for an affordable device. This device gives you access to a 64 MP resolution module and a bunch of professional settings. Moreover, you can enjoy it for up to 2-3 days of pleasurable intensive work. Be careful with the Mi Note 10 Lite - it's not waterproof. It does, however, come with a 3.5mm jack and a radio that music lovers will appreciate.

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Disclaimer: The information presented in this article is based on our team's personal experience with the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 Lite and third-party sources. While every effort has been made to provide accurate and reliable information, readers should keep in mind that this is a subjective assessment. The writing of this article was not paid for or sponsored by Xiaomi.

Richard Taylor

Richard Taylor

Hello, I am Richard Taylor, a technology expert and journalist from the UK. I have a degree in Computer Science from the University of Birmingham. My passion is the latest technology, especially smartphones. That's why I chose to test, analyze, and write expert reviews about them. My technical expertise, combined with a deep passion for technology and years of experience, has made me a trusted source of information. Over the years, I have written reviews for various sites, but for quite some time now, I have been writing exclusively for PhonesData. You can see more about me here or read all my smartphone reviews here.

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