Xiaomi 11T and 11T Pro The new top cell phones from Xiaomi

Only recently we received the news that the China manufacturer Xiaomi is now the most popular smartphone manufacturer in Europe according to the bestseller list. Samsung once led the market in the smartphone market, but Xiaomi overtook the South Korean manufacturer in the second quarter of 2021. Xiaomi has long been known – in addition to its flagship models such as the Xiaomi Mi 11 – also to have strong mid-range cell phones at a fair price in its portfolio. After the recently released new Redmi series, including the Redmi Note 10 Pro, the Xiaomi 11T and the associated Pro variant have now been presented. Even if the models do not differ optically from each other, there are of course some differences in the technical equipment.

Design and display of the Xiaomi 11T phones

The Xiaomi 11T smartphones have received a design upgrade: optically, they are neither based on the previous model, the Xiaomi Mi 10T, nor on the current flagship, the Xiaomi Mi 11. Although the look with the narrow display bezels follows the current smartphone trends, there are clear differences the back of the device. The camera block is not square, but rather elongated with two large lenses and a smaller sensor. The notch on the front is now placed in the middle instead of on the top left. However, the rather angular shape of the predecessor Mi 10T is retained. Thus, the design of the new Xiaomi 11T phones is more similar to that of the Mi 11X series.

Both Xiaomi phones offer a 6.67-inch AMOLED dot display that has a resolution of 1,080 x 2,400 pixels and a pixel density of 400 ppi. With an increased refresh rate of 120 Hertz and a sampling rate of up to 480 Hertz, the 11T devices are also suitable as gaming cell phones. Furthermore, the turbo displays use over 100 percent of the DCI-P3 color spectrum and support HDR10 +, so that you can look forward to vivid colors and strong contrasts. The 1 billion color display has already been used in the Oppo Find X3 Pro. Xiaomi uses Gorilla Glass Victus from Corning as a screen protector.

Fast performance meets unique super fast charging function

Noticeable differences between the new Xiaomi phones can be seen in the built-in chips. While the MediaTek Dimensity 1200-Ultra is built into the Xiaomi 11T, the Pro version uses the Snapdragon 888 from Qualcomm. The Snapdragon 888 is currently the most powerful Android processor, which also ensures fast performance in the new Samsung Galaxy Z series (Samsung Foldables) and in the flagship Xiaomi Mi 11. The Qualcomm chip is even clocked in the Asus ROG Phone 5 gaming phone. So if you want to be able to play graphics-intensive games like Fortnite Mobile smoothly, then the Xiaomi 11T Pro is definitely the better choice. However, that does not mean that the Xiaomi 11T delivers a significantly worse performance. With a 6nm processor from MediaTek and 8 GB of RAM, you can expect smooth picture content without delays when streaming series or when working on the move. In order to be able to enjoy the best entertainment, the mobile phone sound is reproduced via Dolby Atmos (Xiaomi 11T) or SOUND BY Harman Kardon (Xiaomi 11T Pro) and dual speakers. When it comes to storage space, you have a choice of 128 or 256 GB.

Both the Xiaomi 11T and the Pro version are 5G phones that support contactless payment with an NFC chip and are delivered with Android 11. There is also Bluetooth 5.2 as an interface for your smartwatch or Bluetooth headphones. A 3.5 mm jack socket and an IP certification for protection against water and dust are unfortunately not found on the data sheet. A USB-C to 3.5 mm jack adapter is included in the scope of delivery. You can also insert two SIM cards at the same time, so that you can be reached on one device via two phone numbers. It doesn’t matter whether you use LTE or 5G mobile communications. The SIM card slots support both cellular standards. For digital security, there is a fingerprint sensor in the power button and unlocking via facial recognition using artificial intelligence, so that the smartphones are protected from unauthorized access.

If you’re looking for a smartphone with a long battery life, you’ve come to the right place with the new Xiaomi phones. With a capacity of 5,000 mAh, the two models last for two days even with intensive use. The fast charging function with 67 watts (Xiaomi 11T) or 120 watts (Xiaomi 11T Pro) is special. And no, we haven’t made any commitments here. When the power is low, the smartphones are recharged in a flash. Xiaomi promises a charging time from 0 to 100 percent in just 36 minutes (Xiaomi 11T) or 17 minutes (Xiaomi 11T Pro). Xiaomi is thus overtaking the Super VOOC 2.0 fast charging technology from Oppo, which promises a full battery charge in under 40 minutes and has so far been the pioneer in terms of charging speed. Is there a catch? No, because even the power supplies are included in the scope of delivery.

Xiaomi 11T: technical specifications

6.67 “AMOLED dot display (2,400 x 1,080 pixels; 400 ppi)

MediaTek Dimensity 1200-Ultra with 5G

8 GB RAM and 128 GB (optionally 256 GB) flash memory

Triple camera: 108 MP wide angle camera, 8 MP ultra wide angle camera,

5 MP tele macro camera

Front camera: 16 MP

Android 11, Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi 6, NFC

Weight: 205 g

Available from yourfone in blue (“Celestial Blue”) and gray (“Meteorite Gray”)

Xiaomi 11T Pro: technical specifications

6.67 “AMOLED dot display (2,400 x 1,080 pixels; 400 ppi)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 with 5G

8 GB RAM and 128 GB (optionally 256 GB) flash memory

Triple camera: 108 MP wide angle camera, 8 MP ultra wide angle camera,

5 MP tele macro camera

Front camera: 16 MP

5,000 mAh battery, quick charge function (120 W)

Android 11, Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi 6, NFC

Weight: 204 g

Available from yourfone in blue (“Celestial Blue”) and gray (“Meteorite Gray”)

108 MP triple camera with AI film and video effects

The smartphone cameras from Xiaomi usually impress with a high-resolution main camera in the three-digit megapixel range. This is also the case with the new Xiaomi 11T models: Both Xiaomi smartphones deliver professional recordings with a 108 MP main camera. The camera setup is supplemented on the back with an 8 MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 5 MP tele-macro camera. A 16 MP front camera is installed on the front for sharp self-portraits. In addition, numerous film and video effects that are equipped with artificial intelligence are available. The so-called audio zoom, i.e. an additional microphone, is also located in the camera module. The new Xiaomi devices are therefore also cell phones with a good camera and, in addition to taking snapshots, can also take high-quality photos and videos that you can use for dating apps, Instagram or your profile picture on messenger apps.

Conclusion: The new Xiaomi phones are the top performers on the current smartphone market

If you are looking for a smartphone with strong features for your next mobile phone purchase, then the Xiaomi 11T phones could be of interest to you. Both devices have a high-resolution turbo display, they offer fast performance and the latest interfaces. The setup is supplemented with a strong battery, a unique super fast charging function and a professional triple camera. It is therefore not surprising that the RRPs are EUR 599.90 (Xiaomi 11T) and EUR 649.90 (Xiaomi 11T Pro). Yourfone offers both mobile phones combined with a fast LTE tariff. In a bundle with a mobile phone contract, the Xiaomi smartphones are significantly cheaper than if you buy the devices separately in stores. You can find more top offers at yourfone on the linked page.