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Xiaomi Mi 4s phone review — specs and Genze score

Xiaomi Mi 4s Specifications

Xiaomi

Released 2016, Feb 15

3 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8992 Snapdragon 808 (20 nm)

  • 133g, 7.8mm thickness
  • Android 5.1, up to 7.0, MIUI 10
  • 64GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 6.4
Display 4.6
Performance 5.8
Camera 3.9
Body 5.2
Gaming 5.3
Software 4.4
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Genze total: 5.1/10

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Quick specifications

5.0"

1080x1920 pixels

13MP

1080p

3GB RAM

Snapdragon 808

3260mAh

18W

Score breakdown

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5.1 /10
Performance 5.8/10
Battery 6.4/10
Display 4.6/10
Camera 3.9/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 5.3/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.80 GHz BT 4.1 2016

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
??? CDMA 800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
??? TD-SCDMA
4G bands 1, 3, 7, 38, 39, 40, 41
Speed HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Announced 2016, February. Released 2016, March
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 139.3 x 70.8 x 7.8 mm (5.48 x 2.79 x 0.31 in)
Weight 133 g (4.69 oz)
SIM Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM
Type IPS LCD
Size 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~69.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
OS Android 5.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), MIUI 10
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8992 Snapdragon 808 (20 nm)
CPU Hexa-core (4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 & 2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A57)
GPU Adreno 418
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 64GB 3GB RAM
??? eMMC 5.0
Single 13 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
Features Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Video 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps
Single 5 MP, f/2.0
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.1, A2DP
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC No
Infrared port Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C
Sensors Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Type Li-Ion 3260 mAh, non-removable
Charging 18W wired, QC2, 40% in 60 min
Colors Black, White, Gold, Pink
Price About 220 EUR
Performance Basemark OS II 2.0: 1545
Basemark X: 12990
Display Contrast ratio: 975:1 (nominal), 2.095 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 73dB / Noise 68dB / Ring 82dB
Audio quality Noise -94.9dB / Crosstalk -82.6dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 75h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Xiaomi Mi 4s worth buying in 2026?

Xiaomi Mi 4s is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.1/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Xiaomi Mi 4s good for gaming?

Xiaomi Mi 4s scores 53/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Xiaomi Mi 4s?

Xiaomi Mi 4s has a 3,260 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Xiaomi Mi 4s have?

Xiaomi Mi 4s features a 5.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Xiaomi Mi 4s have?

Xiaomi Mi 4s is available with 3 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Xiaomi Mi 4s?

Genze rates Xiaomi Mi 4s 5.1/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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