Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
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Secondary Camera: 20 MPix (f/2.24, 27 mm, 1/3.4", 0.8 µm)
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Average of 21 scores (from 51 reviews)
Reviews for the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
Xiaomi has provided the popular Lite model of its 11 series with a slight upgrade. Read on to find out whether the newer SoC and the new color variants really justify the higher purchase price, and whether the upgrade is even worth it.
Source: Tech Nave

These days, you don't need a flagship chipset to have a phone that performs well. If you think about it, some mid-range phones in 2021 are better than flagship phones in 2019, which isn't even that long ago. That's a category we'd put the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE in. With its Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset, this phone can handle long sessions of photography, app multitasking, and the latest 3D mobile games on the market. Plus, its 5G modem means that you'll be future-proofed for 5G networks in Malaysia! And that's the 3 main reasons that we think you might want to consider getting the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE now. For RM1399, you get an excellent phone, a pretty pendant, and an elegant box to pack all of it away. Moreover, it could be an excellent Christmas present. Not a bad idea, right? If you want to know more about the phone, do visit the official website for more details.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/02/2021
Source: OI Spice Tech News

The Xiaomi 11 Lite NE smartphone is undoubtedly not the leading smartphone in performance, but the phone overcomes its flaws in battery optimization and camera quality. Overall, it’s a decent flagship smartphone, unless you’re looking for something game-centric. Aesthetics seem like the ultimate completion for the phone, and the design stands out for regular users as well. But if you’re looking for something more powerful and with faster octa-core speed, the Realme GT Explore Master is worth your while. You can check them out as an alternative to this phone. On the other hand, overall features are good for the Xiaomi 11 Lite smartphone but SoC performance would be a concern for regular users.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/23/2021
Source: Yugatech

Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/16/2021
Source: Tech Quila

It’s time for a conclusion. So should you buy the Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G? Yes, if you want a phone with a style factor and sustainable performance that doesn’t leave a hole in your wallet. The software experience might not bother you much unless you start nitpicking, and the cameras are also decent enough to click photos for social media. However, the improvements are very subtle compared to its predecessor, and Xiaomi could have easily skipped the NE 5G as the 11 lite is already a pretty capable smartphone.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/15/2021
Rating: Total score: 86% performance: 90% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 100%
Source: The Indian Express

Soon after the Mi 11 Lite, we have another Xiaomi phone that adds to the growing lineup. This time the phone boasts of not just its specifications, something the brand’s devices are known for, but also the aesthetics.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/08/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Yugatech

Xiaomi didn’t disappoint us with the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE. It’s got a decent battery life, cameras, and surprisingly amazing performance. Sure, there are some aspects of this phone that are lacking, especially in the camera department, but overall we can forgive these types of sacrifices considering its price. For pricing, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE has three variants a 6GB + 128GB variant at PHP 16,990, the 8GB+128GB variant at PHP 18,990, and the beefed-up version which has 8GB + 256GB at PHP 20,990.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/30/2021
Source: Gadgetbyte Nepal

In conclusion, the Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G is a pretty balanced offering from the company. Its performance is on par with the competition, while it also brings competent cameras alongside an appealing design. And I think this phone is priced well too. I just wish Xiaomi had included a 120Hz refresh rate instead of 90Hz—which would have made this phone even more compelling. Still, if you value performance over anything else, Flipkart is currently selling the Snapdragon 870-powered Mi 11X below INR 25,000 in India, which if you ask me, is an insane deal.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/27/2021
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 85% performance: 80% display: 90% mobility: 85% workmanship: 90%
Source: Yugatech

Hands-On, online available, Medium, Date: 10/23/2021
Source: Unbox

There’s definitely a lot to like about this phone but that’s just off the bad of this Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE unboxing. The display is great if you find yourself on Netflix a lot to binge-watch shows, the internals should have more than enough muscle, and it definitely won’t weigh down your EDC or everyday carry. We are a little concerned about the battery life though so we’ll see how it does as we test it over the next couple of days.
Hands-On, online available, Medium, Date: 10/23/2021
Source: 91mobiles

The Mi 11 Lite had seemed a little on the expensive side with its price tag of Rs 23,999. The Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G, is actually more expensive, starting at Rs 26,999 for the 6GB / 128GB variant and with an 8GB / 128GB variant at Rs 28,999. However, the presence of the new processor and the support for 5G do make it more competitively priced than its predecessor, which was criticised for its elderly processor and absence of 5G support. The real reason to buy the Mi 11 Lite was its incredibly slim frame and lightness. The Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G keeps the lightness and slimness and throws some power into the mix. Yes, it will still appeal more to those who want a slim and trim phone, but it will also grab the attention of those who have no such requirement but are willing to spend between Rs 25,000 – 30,000 on a smartphone. At its price point, it provides a viable alternative to the Realme GT ME and the Samsung Galaxy M52 5G and might even make those considering the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G think a bit.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/11/2021
Rating: Total score: 70% performance: 70% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80%
Source: India Today

The Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G is not a clear winner in its price category. Just like Mi 11 Lite. You expect better thermals and battery life in this price category. Also, I am not a fan of this broad body. Yet, it has enough to get smartphone enthusiasts excited. The phone is pretty well priced at Rs 26,999, which puts it on par with the Realme GT Master Edition and iQOO Z5. It feels light, looks good and gives a reliable performance. Those who have been seeking 5G support will also get enough bands. But, if I have to spend money on this phone, I will do it because of its gorgeous display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/04/2021
Rating: Total score: 75%
Source: NLT

In Xiaomi’s recent announcement, they also announced the new Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE. It’s a mouthful of gibberish but it’s something that we have to live with. This is a simple phone but it is actually pretty decent – so in today’s review, let’s go through what you need to know about this phone.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/01/2021
Source: Awaqua

After several weeks of testing the new smartphone model Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, I was left with both positive and negative emotions. For example, from the pros I can single out – this is a good combination of the materials of manufacture used. I also liked the build quality and its handling features. Everything was located in its place and did not cause problems with me. As for the screen, the AMOLED matrix also showed itself in a very positive way. It is a large 6.55-inch screen with many useful features including a 90Hz refresh rate. But the performance turned out to be with some nuances. For example, under heavy loads, the device got quite hot. I think this is due to the raw firmware, but after the global release of the device, all these problems should be solved first. The camera also performed well, as you might have noticed, the sample photos were not bad considering the class of the device. At the same time, the battery life was also with a good result, as well as the fast charging time.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/27/2021
Source: GSM Arena

As you can see, for the last five months, we have had some new players in town and despite the downgraded SoC (damn those chip shortages), the new edition of the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G holds up pretty well against the fierce competition. Our initial review findings are still absolutely valid. An excellent all-rounder with an adequate price and the change in SoC performance won't make much of a difference for the majority of users. We have no reason not to recommend it once again.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/18/2021
Rating: Total score: 84%
Foreign Reviews
Source: Computerbild

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/17/2022
Rating: Total score: 92%
Source: Futurezone.at

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/02/2021
Source: Chinahandys.net

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/14/2021
Rating: Total score: 89% performance: 90% display: 85% mobility: 80% workmanship: 100%
Source: Netzwelt

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/15/2021
Source: Computerbild

Positive: Nice display; slim size; good cameras; support 5G and NFC module. Negative: Unsupported waterproof; no jack socket; slow charging.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/29/2021
Source: Computerhoy

Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/07/2021
Rating: Total score: 87% features: 100% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 100%
Source: Mi Mundo Gadget

Positive: Nice display; powerful processor; excellent main camera; support 5G; good connectivity. Negative: Unsupported waterproof.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/21/2021
Source: PC Guia

Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/18/2022
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80%
Source: 4G News

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/27/2022
Rating: Total score: 72% price: 80% performance: 90% display: 80% mobility: 50% workmanship: 70%
Source: Tutto Android

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/06/2021
Rating: Total score: 83% performance: 84% mobility: 84% workmanship: 86%
Source: Les Numeriques

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/29/2021
Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 80% display: 100% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 80%
Source: Android.com.pl

Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/30/2021
Rating: Total score: 76% performance: 80% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80%
Source: ITC UA

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/20/2022
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Yamobi

Positive: Stylish design; compact size; excellent AMOLED display; decent cameras; good hardware. Negative: No headphone jack; no wireless charging; unsupported waterproof.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/30/2021
Source: Napidroid

Positive: Excellent display; powerful hardware; high gaming performance; support 5G; great connectivity; waterproof IP53; infrared port; microSD card slot; good speakers; long battery life; quick charging. Negative: No wireless charging; poor cameras.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/12/2021
Source: Testado

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/01/2021
Rating: Total score: 86% performance: 90% features: 90% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: TechTimes VN

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/22/2021
Rating: Total score: 84% performance: 80% display: 85% mobility: 85% workmanship: 85%
Source: Nghenhin Vietnam

Positive: Excellent design; solid workmanship; slim size; light weight; beautiful display; nice cameras; support 5G; good price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/23/2021
Source: FPT shop

Positive: Elegant design; great built quality; decent hardware; nice performance; great connectivity; support 5G.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/07/2021
Source: Nghenhin Vietnam

Positive: Slim size; light weight; nice cameras; long battery life; support 5G.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/25/2021
Source: Viettelstore

Positive: Slim size; light weight; nice cameras; beautiful design; high performance; support 5G; quick charging.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/16/2021
Source: Zing

Positive: Impressive design; decent processor; nice cameras; high autonomy; attractive price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/16/2021
Source: The Gioididong

Positive: Impressive design; great built quality; suitable for women; powerful processor; high performance.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/13/2021
Source: Genk

Positive: Modern design; solid workmanship; suitable for women; nice cameras; quick charging; good cooling system.
Hands-On, online available, Medium, Date: 11/09/2021
Source: VNReview

Positive: Impressive design; great built quality; suitable for women; nice display; good cameras; decent hardware; support 5G.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/09/2021
Source: Viettelstore

Positive: Slim size; light weight; decent performance; simple design; good hardware; nice cameras.
Hands-On, online available, Short, Date: 11/08/2021
Source: The Gioididong

Positive: Powerful processor; high gaming performance; very long battery life; compact size and light weight; elegant design; great cameras.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/31/2021
Source: FPT shop

Positive: Attractive price; slim size; light weight; metal case; beautiful design; big screen; nice display; great cameras; quick charging; good dual speakers.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/26/2021
Source: Viettelstore

Positive: Slim size; light weight; beautiful display; nice cameras; high performance; support 5G.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/25/2021
Source: FPT shop

Positive: Slim size; light weight; nice display; great cameras; high performance; support 5G.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/16/2021
Source: FPT shop

Positive: Slim size; light weight; support 5G; nice cameras; attractive price.
Hands-On, online available, Medium, Date: 10/12/2021
Source: The Gioididong

Positive: Powerful hardware; high gaming performance; nice display; long battery life; support 5G.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/11/2021
Source: Mobil.se

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/21/2022
Rating: Total score: 78%
Source: M3 PC för alla

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/11/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Unlimited Tech

Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/27/2021
Rating: Total score: 75%
Source: Computerblog.ro

Positive: Nice design; waterproof IP53; beautiful display; powerful processor; fast storage; Wifi 6. Negative: Low autonomy; combined slot; no headphone jack.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/16/2021
Comment
Qualcomm Adreno 642L: Graphics chip for smartphones and tablets that is integrated within the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC. Qualcomm claims that it is 40% faster than the Adreno 620.
Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
SD 778G 5G: Fast mid-range ARM SoC with 8 CPU Kryo 670 cores (four fast ARM Cortex-A78 core at up to 2.4 GHz and four small ARM Cortex-A55 cores at up to 1.8 GHz) and an integrated X53 5G modem (up to 3300 Mbps download). The SoC is manufactured in the modern 6 nm process at TSMC.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
6.55":
Only a few smartphones have larger screens.
Large display-sizes allow higher resolutions. So, details like letters are bigger. On the other hand, the power consumption is lower with small screen diagonals and the devices are smaller, more lightweight and cheaper.
0.158 kg:
Only few smartphones are more lightweight than this.
Xiaomi:
Xiaomi Tech was founded as a Chinese smartphone producer in 2010 and soon reached high market shares in its home market. Although Xiaomi is not one of the Top 5 smartphone manufacturers worldwide in 2016, it is nevertheless one of the big global players in this market segment.
Since 2015 there are many reviews. The ratings have been above average since 2016.
80.35%: This rating should be considered to be average. This is because the proportion of notebooks which have a higher rating is approximately equal to the proportion which have a lower rating.
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