Xiaomi Mi A2 Official Teaser Confirms Arrival Of Next Gen Android One Phones

By Deepak Singh • Updated On 16 Jul 2018

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We already had an inkling of Mi A2 official launch being scheduled on July 24 in Madrid, Spain. Now, Xiaomi has officially teased the arrival of its next-generation Android One phones on twitter for the first time.

The #2isbetterthan1 hashtag that Xiaomi is using for promotion all but confirms the arrival of two new Android One phones this year – The Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite – that also got listed on a polish retail website recently

Are you a big fan of #MiA1? You will love this…#Xiaomi #AndroidOne #2isbetterthan1 pic.twitter.com/aLlfothn9g

— Mi (@xiaomi) July 16, 2018

Xiaomi Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite Features

The Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite will be rehashed versions of Mi 6X and Redmi 6 Pro (that were earlier launched in China), respectively but they will be running stock Android software.

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Going by credible rumors, the Mi A2 includes 5.99-inch Full HD+ display and is powered by octa-core SD 660 chipset paired with 4GB/6GB RAM and up to 64GB of storage. Just as the Mi 6X, the Mi A2 also includes 12MP+20MP dual rear cameras, 20MP selfie camera, IR sensor, Fingerprint reader, and a 3010mAh battery. Unlike the Mi 6X, the Mi A2 is expected to include 3.5mm audio jack as well.

The Mi A2 Lite, on the other hand, will be a more affordable alternative that shall include a 5.84-inch full HD+ screen with a trendy notch at the top and a wide chin at the bottom. The handset will be powered by 2GHz Snapdragon 625 octa-core mobile platform with up to 4GB RAM and up to 64GB storage. The handset will allegedly include a 4000mAh battery, 12MP + 5MP rear camera, and a 5MP selfie camera.

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Xiaomi Mi A2 Vs Mi A2 Lite: What’s different?

Model	Xiaomi Mi A2	Mi A2 Lite
Display	5.99-Inch, Full HD+ LTPS, 18:9	5.84-Inch, Full HD+ LTPS, 19:9
Processor	Snapdragon 660 processor	Snapdragon 625
RAM	4GB/6GB LPDDR 4X	3GB/ 4GB
Internal Storage	64GB/128GB eMMC 5.1	32GB/ 64GB
Software	Android Oreo 8.1.0	Android Oreo 8.1.0
Primary Camera	12MP + 20MP rear cameras; f/1.75 + f/1.75 aperture	12MP + 5MP rear cameras; f/1.75 + f/1.75 aperture
Secondary Camera	20MP selfie camera	5MP selfie camera
Dimensions	158.7×75.4×7.3mm; 168 grams	149.33×71.68×8.75mm; 178 grams
Battery	3010mAh battery; Quick Charge 3.0	4000mAh
Others	4G VoLTE, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, 3.5mm audio jack, USB Type-C, IR blaster, Fingerprint sensor	4G VoLTE, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, 3.5mm audio jack, dedicated card slot, IR blaster, Fingerprint sensor
Price	To be announced	To be announced

Deepak Singh

Deepak Singh is a technology journalist and editor with over 13 years of experience covering consumer electronics. A computer engineering graduate, he has developed deep expertise in chipsets, displays, and hardware performance.

Over the past decade, Deepak has reviewed more than 700 products, including smartphones, laptops, TVs, and audio gear. He currently leads the editorial team at Smartprix, focusing on accurate, useful, and hands-on tech reporting.

When he’s not testing new devices, Deepak enjoys reading and spending time with his family.

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