You would like to buy a good TV, created in accordance with the latest technology. But branded products from Japanese and South Korean manufacturers are not affordable for everyone. But there is a completely acceptable alternative - Xiaomi LCD TVs. This young Chinese company entered the international electronics market just 7 years ago. During this time, Xiaomi took a leading position in sales of digital gadgets. Televisions appeared in the catalog of the company quite recently, but immediately conquered buyers with excellent brightness, original audio system and beautiful design. Read our review - he will talk about the top 5 models of Xiaomi, their advantages and disadvantages.
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XiaoMi 4 65 - the thinnest
The model from the Mi4 line surprises with its record-breaking small thickness - only 4.9 mm. Due to this, the device looks very elegant, although the screen is quite large - 162.5 mm diagonally.
The attraction is enhanced by blue metal stripes on the side faces and 2 laconic L-shaped legs. On the rear panel of heavy-duty plastic are 11 connectors, including HDMI, USB 3.0 and 2.0, connectors for antennas, subwoofers, Ethernet.
On all models Mi4 installed 4 K screens from Samsung, giving a stereoscopic image with natural shades. The speaker system is a standalone soundbar with Dolby ATMOS technology. Seven speakers transmit sound to the subwoofer and wireless rear speakers.
The TV has a Smart TV function that provides access to the Internet. A 4-core processor and 32 GB of internal memory allows you to run various applications, play videos, play games.
Pros:
- High decoding speed. Because of this, even uhd video with a resolution of 3840 by 2160 pixels is perfectly reproduced.
- Sound quality. Branded acoustics provides surround sound with a spread of 360 ° - like in a movie theater.
- Voice search. The artificial intelligence system searches for objects by voice commands. It is enough to pronounce the name of the movie or the name of the actor, and the result is displayed on the screen.
Minuses:
- Vulnerability. Ultra slim screen requires increased care in handling.
- Power speaker system. For the subwoofer and speakers, separate power supplies are required.
- Lack of Russification. Commands in Russian in voice search are not perceived.
Xiaomi TV 4A 32 - the cheapest
The display diagonal of this miniature model is only 80 cm. The case is made of plastic, so the device weighs no more than 3, 9 kg. On the back panel connectors are arranged - 1 USB, 2 HDMI ports, inputs for connecting Ethernet and AV.
The screen with a resolution of 768 by 1366 pixels and a refresh rate of 60 Hz gives a clear image with rich natural shades. The model is equipped with artificial intelligence, which is looking for content at the choice of the viewer based on voice commands.
The TV has a Smart TV function that allows you to access the Internet. To connect using the module Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable. The quad-core Cortex-a53 processor and 4 GB of internal memory make it possible to download applications from the network, visit gaming sites and social networks, watch movies online.
Advantages:
- System stability The graphical shell runs smoothly, simple applications run quickly.
- Budget price. The cost of the model ranges from 16 to 17 thousand rubles.
- The ability to control from a smartphone with an infrared port.
Disadvantages:
- Weakness of the hardware platform. The Smart TV function is only suitable for playing content and simple games. The newest "heavy" games do not play or come with a strong hang.
- Difficulty playing analog channels.The built-in tuner is oriented to Chinese TV standards, therefore in Russia there is practically no analogue signal.
- Lack of 3-D format.
XiaoMi 4A 43 - the easiest
The second option from the 4A line is positioned as a basic model for a wide audience. The functionality is so simple that children and older people can easily control the TV.
A screen size of 107.5 cm diagonally is considered optimal for a living room in a standard apartment. The case of the device is made of aluminum, the frame, the back panel and the legs are made of durable plastic. The laconic design corresponds to the modern European style.
With the permission of FullHD TV gives a clear picture with a striking contrast and rich colors. The device supports quite “heavy” formats - HDR10, Dolby Vision, as well as the latest version of UHD HLG.
To control is a hardware remote control. It supports the Mi Touch function, Bluetooth and infrared ports, so it can be used to control the game console.
With the help of Wi-Fi or cable connection you can access the Internet. Here you can watch movies and streaming content, games, social networks. The internal memory capacity of 8 GB allows you to store games and video files directly on the TV.
Benefits:
- Bluetooth 4.2 availability. Through a wireless connection, it is easy to connect Bluetooth headphones, mice, gamepads, and other devices.
- Reproduction from external media. By connecting a USB flash drive, tablet or smartphone through the USB port, you can view the content on a television screen.
- Responsiveness of the interface. Switching between modes and returning to the desktop is very fast.
Disadvantages:
- Lack of Russification. The Russian language in the menu can be set only by installing a third-party launcher.
- The inability to use Google Play Market. Fans of new applications have to use the Chinese store.
- Lean design. The model is produced only in black color, there is no decor on the case.
XiaoMi 3S - the most beautiful
Originality model 3S gives a curved screen with a size of 162.5 cm diagonally. Xiaomi uses branded 4K screens from Samsung with a bend radius of 4 meters. This form is more convenient for a person’s vision, therefore, visually enhances the brightness of colors. The display gives a viewing angle of 178 °, which excludes glare when viewed from the side. Screen case 5,9 mm thick is made of metal.
Another unusual feature of the TV - a design of 2 parts. The screen reproduces the image, the electronic base is placed in a separate unit. Each part is self-powered. In the back of the electronic unit are HDMI connectors, inputs for antennas and audio equipment, USB-port.
Dolby Audio stereo system provides HiFi quality sound. The bass reaches a level of 60 Hz, high frequencies - 22 kHz. The MStar6A928 processor allows you to watch movies at 60 frames per second.
Smart TV provides access to various network resources - online cinema, games, social networks. Since the device runs on Android 6.0.1., The menu looks like an enlarged display of the smartphone from Xiaomi.
Pros:
- Modular structure. In the event of a breakdown or obsolescence of the electronic unit will not have to buy a new screen.
- Two installation options. The screen can be put on legs or mounted on the wall without a special bracket.
- Use for games. The screen can be used as a game monitor. The keyboard and mouse are easily connected to the electronic unit.
Minuses:
- The lack of a menu in Russian and the Play Market. You can fix this inconvenience by downloading the application data on w3bsit3-dns.com.
- Bad quality of old formats. When viewing formats below 4K, blur or digital “noise” arises.
- No support for Russian digital TV.
XiaoMi 3S 60 - the biggest
Of all the flat-screen TVs Xiaomi, this model has the widest screen - 150 cm diagonally. The device is equipped with a 4K display from the famous South Korean brand LG.Full-HD resolution and a powerful processor that supports HDR technology endow the TV with impeccable color reproduction.
The newest graphics engine processes each frame, enhancing the contrast and drawing of small details. The brightness of the screen is chosen so as to prevent fatigue of view. Dolby Surround speaker reproduces multi-channel sound that is no different from studio recordings.
A variety of ports are provided for connecting antennas and connecting additional equipment, including HDMI, USB, and Ethernet. The TV comes with a subwoofer, joystick, remote control with a gyroscope.
Advantages:
- Strength. The case, stand, frame and back panel are made of metal.
- Compatibility. The mouse, keyboard, game consoles and laptops are easily connected to the device. Owners of fitness bracelets Xiaomi can synchronize this device with the TV.
- Organization of TV channels. You can sort and rename channels.
Disadvantages:
- Lack of Russification. The entire menu is presented in Chinese and English. To install the Russian menu you have to download a special application.
- Features acoustics. The sound is dominated by low frequencies. Help fix the problem settings.
- The inability to control the Russian font from the console. When renaming a menu, you must use the mouse and keyboard.
Xiaomi TVs are a great option for people with an average budget. Not far behind the famous brands in terms of quality and feature set, this technique is 3-4 times cheaper.
When choosing a model, ask yourself what is most important to you - price, screen size or stylish design? And check again with our review!
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