Xiaomi has been making significant advancements in the foldable phone arena, with their latest offering, the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4, boasting a sleek design, powerful chipset, advanced cameras, and long-lasting battery. Competing directly with the likes of the Galaxy Z Flip 6, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Honor Magic V3, the Mix Fold 4 is already creating a buzz in the market.
The phone was officially launched in China on July 20, 2024. While Xiaomi has a track record of releasing devices globally shortly after their Chinese debut, there is still no confirmation on when the Mix Fold 4 will be available worldwide. However, some retailers like Trading Shenzhen and Wonda Mobile are already offering the device for global purchase.
When will the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 be released?
The Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 was unveiled in China on July 20, 2024. Historically, Xiaomi has not taken too long to release devices globally after their initial launch in China. However, there is no concrete evidence yet regarding a global release for the Mix Fold 4.
Meanwhile, Trading Shenzhen and Wonda Mobile are already offering the Mix Fold 4 for global purchase.
How much will the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 cost?
In China, the pricing for the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 starts at CNY 8,999 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. The 16GB RAM and 512GB storage model is priced at CNY 9,999, while the top-tier version with 16GB RAM and 1TB storage costs CNY 10,999.
For international buyers, prices from retailers like Trading Shenzhen and Wonda Mobile vary depending on the storage configuration.
Do note that these units will run Chinese software, which may impact the functionality of certain apps and services. For a fully operational model outside China, it is recommended to wait for an official global launch.
What specs and features does the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 have?
Design
The Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 is remarkably thin and light, weighing just 226 grams. It features a curved-frame design and is made of T800H high-strength carbon fibre, offering improved impact resistance. The phone is also IPX8 rated, making it water-resistant.
Display
The Mix Fold 4 sports a 6.56-inch LTPO OLED cover display and a 7.98-inch UTG FHD+ main display, both with adaptive refresh rates and high brightness levels. The displays also house front-facing cameras.
Performance
Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and offering up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, the Mix Fold 4 delivers high performance similar to Xiaomi’s flagship smartphones.
Cameras
The Mix Fold 4 features a Leica quad camera system with impressive lenses, including a 50Mp main sensor, a portrait sensor, a periscope camera, and an ultrawide lens.
Battery Life & Charging
Equipped with a 5,100mAh battery, the Mix Fold 4 supports fast wired and wireless charging.
Software
The device runs on Xiaomi’s HyperOS user experience based on Android 14. Global users should be aware that using a Chinese model may affect the functionality of certain apps and services.
With its competitive pricing and impressive specs, the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 is set to make a mark in the market, pending its global release.
