Which Smartphone Xiaomi choose: Mi A2 or Mi A2 Lite

The company recently announced just two Xiaomi smartphone on a clean version of Android. At first it may seem that they differ only in the form of the screen, processor and camera, but in fact a lot more differences. Which model turned out more successful - it's still a big question.

Design and dimensions

Externally, the Xiaomi Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite is quite similar, but there is a difference in the details. The first was robust metal housing - is exactly the same as that of the recently introduced Mi Max 3.

The second is equipped with a composite shell, the base of which is made of metal and the insert from above and below - of plastic. The same design is Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 ProWhich is sold as the Redmi Note 5 in Russia.

In size housing trends differ quite strongly. Parameters Mi A2 - 158,7 × 75,4 × 7,3 mm, and Mi A2 Lite - 149,3 × 71,7 × 8,8 mm. Lite-version is a much more compact solution. Remarkably, by weight Mi A2 Lite exceeds the "big brother": 178 g vs. 166 g

screens

Xiaomi Mi A2 was 5.99-inch IPS-screen with an aspect ratio of 18: 9 and a resolution of 2160 × 1080 pixels. Contrast rate was 1500: 1 at a coverage of 85% NTSC color space.

Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite equipped IPS-screen diagonal of 5.84 ", an aspect ratio of 19: 9 and a resolution of 2280 × 1080 pixels. Contrast ratio is the same - 1 500: 1, and the NTSC color coverage was 84%. At the top of the display there is a notch allowing to narrow the top frame.

In addition to "bang" and the size of the screens in these devices there is one important difference - the protective glass. At Mi A2 is 5 Gorilla Glass which is normally used in the flagship, while the glass Mi A2 Lite manufacturer does not specify. It is certainly less reliable coverage.

processors

PHABLET Mi A2 received a strong and modern core Snapdragon 660 with Kryo 260 eight cores at up to 2.2 GHz and Adreno 512 graphics accelerator. Its features enough even for modern games, though not with the highest graphics settings.

At Mi A2 Lite the same chip as that of last year's Mi A1 and more relevant Redmi 5 Plus, - Snapdragon 625 with eight cores Cortex-A53 2 GHz and graphics Adreno 506. This processor was the perfect solution for mid-range devices in 2016, and when he made his announcement. Now, however, a modern analogue of it is noticeably inferior. For comparison, the same Redmi 5 Plus in AnTuTu 7 is gaining about 77,000 points, while the Mi A2 - 130 000, which is confirmed by tests GSMArena.

Memory

Using more modern processor has allowed to equip Mi A2 faster RAM memory LPDDR4X type with frequency up to 1866 MHz, which is, incidentally, also contributes to the results benchmarks.

Snapdragon 625 Mi A2 Lite simply does not support LPDDR4X memory, so the smartphone is used LPDDR3 with a frequency less than 933 MHz.

The volumes of RAM difference also have: Mi A2 can be equipped with 4 or 6 GB of memory, while the Mi A2 Lite is a 3 or 4 GB depending on the version.

As part of the situation of internal memory is not so unambiguous. At Mi A2 may be set to 32, 64 or 128 GB without expansion. At Lite-version - 32 or 64 GB, but it has a slot for microSD-cards up to 256GB, and is a distinct advantage.

camera

Externally, the smartphone camera look identical, but the characteristics of the difference is very great. Xiaomi Mi A2 got two sensors: a 12-megapixel Sony IMX486 and a 20-megapixel Sony IMX376, optics in both the diaphragm f / 1,75. Pixel size of 1.25 microns and 2 respectively. There is a two-time optical zoom and support for video recording format 2 160p.

At Mi A2 Lite duo sensors simpler: the main 12 Mn (1.25 .mu.m) and a second 5 Mp (1.12 .mu.m) with an aperture f / 2,2. Supported gyroscopic stabilization and video recording in 080p 1. Optical zoom, of course, is not present, since the second sensor is designed only for measuring the depth of field.

Front camera is also different. At Mi A2 is a 20-megapixel sensor with an aperture f / 1,8, while the Lite-version has a 5-megapixel c f / 2,0. In this case, none of the smartphones do not support user facial recognition, but it is possible that this feature will appear with the OS update.

Batteries

Manufacturer silent about autonomy Mi A2. only the battery capacity has been featured in 3000 mAh. But for the Lite-version has been given a complete alignment. Its equipped with a battery of 4000 mAh, which is enough for:

• 34 hours of music playback;
• 8.5 hours in playback movies FHD-quality;
• 19 hours calls;
• 6.5 hour video recording in 720p or 6 hour format - in 1080p.

Indicators Mi A2 certainly be worse, but this is partly offset can support rapid charging Quick Charge 3.0. In the case of Mi A2 Lite declared a normal charging 5 V / 2 A, which is in such a capacity is not fast name.

Communications and connections

Xiaomi Mi A2 has the support of a modern protocol Bluetooth 5.0, faster and more energy efficient than Bluetooth 4.2 at Mi A2 Lite. Also among the advantages Mi A2 - Wi-Fi 802.11 ac and LTE Cat.12. Lite-version content with Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n and LTE Cat. 6.

Support NFC, unfortunately, does not possess any of the smartphone.

More advanced Xiaomi Mi A2 got a modern format the USB-port Type-C, but he was deprived of the traditional audio ports 3.5 mm. At Mi A2 Lite uses the classic microUSB, but there are audio jack, which for many will be a significant advantage.

Total

Each of these smartphones has its significant advantages. At a lower price Lite-version is no less interesting than the more expensive Mi A2. However, if the camera and the performance of the smartphone for you are the determining criteria, then your choice is Mi A2, which costs from 249 euros.

The main advantages of Xiaomi Mi A2:

• safe glass screen;
• more powerful filling;
• support of modern communications;
• the best camera;
• fast charging.

If you're looking for an inexpensive, compact and long lasting smartphone on the clean version of Android - Mi A2 Lite at a price of 179 euros would be the best option.

The main advantages of Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite:

• compactness;
• microSD card support;
• greater autonomy;
• availability of audio jacks;
• lower price.

Visual comparison of characteristics - in the table below.