Face-off: Samsung Galaxy S8 Vs Xiaomi Mi 6 Mix (2017); Samsung Dominates While Xiaomi Mi 6 Mix Gives A Tough Call

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Samsung is a South Korean Giant dominating the smartphone market for many years and an arch rival of Apple. Xiaomi is one of the new entrants as Chinese smartphone makers with affordable pricing even for mid-range and high-end products. Xiaomi is rolling out the Xiaomi Mi 6 Mix while Samsung will welcome 2017 with Samsung Galaxy S8. A face-off "Xiaomi Mi 6 Mix vs Samsung Galaxy S8" seems too predictable but read the given extract to know you are not 100% right.

Display and Design - The Xiaomi Mi 6 Mix has a 6.4-inch AMOLED panel with 2K resolution. The edge-to-edge 5D curved glass panel serves protection to the display. On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy S8 has a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED Display with 2K resolution and 515ppi which translates one of the most refined display. Both devices have fingerprint sensors.

In terms of Screen-to-body ratio, Samsung Galaxy S8 has a 90% ratio while its competitor in this face-off, Xiaomi Mi 6 Mix has a 100% ratio. The Xiaomi's 6.4-inch display might look bigger to its competitor, however, Samsung is rumored to release Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus with 6-inch Super AMOLED display.

Processor - The processing power of both the smartphones seems same with Xiaomi having a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 SoC and Samsung having an Exynos 8895 Processor, although, some Samsung Galaxy S8 devices will have Snapdragon 830 SoC, however, the former wins this aspect with its sheer power and greater version of SoC compared to Samsung Galaxy S8. GSMArena quoted the Memory of Samsung Galaxy S8 at 8GB RAM for two ROM variants that are 64GB and 128GB whereas Xiaomi Mi 8 Mix will have 6GB RAM coupled with a 128GB and 256GB Internal Storage option.

Camera - Xiaomi has always provided its gadgets with offbeats camera setup that are a most lovable aspect of having a Xiaomi. Techvicity adds that the Mi 6 Mix has a single rear camera setup of 16-megapixel and an 8-megapixel front selfie camera, however, in this aspect, Samsung Galaxy S8 is far more sophisticated with dual-camera setup if 13MP and 12MP camera and it is capable of shooting clear, crisp, and lively photos and thanks to its 515ppi display, the pictures are clearly depicted on-screen as well Galaxy S8 leaves Xiaomi Mi 6 Mix wanting to breathe when it comes to camera assembly.

Battery and Features - Although the specs for Samsung Galaxy S8 Battery is not disclosed, expect a battery more than 3,000mAh that was offered with its predecessor while Xiaomi features a 4,000mAh Battery that can support the operations for straight 20-odd hours. Galaxy S8 might include S-Pen while Xiaomi will not have one. A recent report states that Galaxy S8 will also have Artificial Assistant while Xiaomi refrains from AI unless it ropes in Google Home AI.

The Verdict - Although Xiaomi might offer high-end configuration at lower price relative to Samsung, the latter comes with formidable PR Power, has greater Brand Value and Positive Customers feedbacks compared to Xiaomi and that the Galaxy S8 is the most awaited smartphone that will compete with the bigshot Apple iPhone 8, it will surely surpass the hyped Xiaomi Mi 6 Mix irrespective of what it offers.