Motorola IronRock (XT626) vs Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha

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Side by side comparison between Motorola IronRock vs Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

1/3/2020 8:37 PM, updated: 5/10/2020 5:19 PM

Compare Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha X Motorola IronRock (XT626) 06Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.3"
TFT

540x960

8
MP

1.3mp

1GB
RAM

Single-core

1880
mAh

(Removable)

31Points Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha Compare Motorola IronRock X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

7.92"
AMOLED

2088x2250

108
MP

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4050
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

6 Advantages Motorola IronRock (XT626)	vs	31 Advantages Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+165 grams (5.78 ounces)46% Lighter	vs	241 grams (8.44 ounces)
+(front) 1.3MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores	vs	Type-C reversible connector
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
1.2GHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+2.96GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)4 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
1GB LPDDR2	vs	+12GB LPDDR4X11 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
4GB (1GB available)	vs	+512GB (494GB available)493 times More internal storage for applications and files
11 millimeters (0.43 inches)	vs	+10.4 millimeters (0.41 inches)6% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+Flexible Super AMOLEDAdvantage Flexible Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
540x960 pixels	vs	+2088x2250 pixels8 times Higher resolution screen
256 PPI	vs	+388 PPI52% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
4.3"	vs	+7.92"84% Larger screen
(back) 8MP	vs	+(triple camera) 108MP + 12MP + 20MP17 times Higher resolution main camera
LED flash	vs	+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Only digital zoom	vs	+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supported	vs	+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo only main cameraAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
HD (1280x720)	vs	+6K UHD (5760x3240)19 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread	vs	+Android 10Advantage Android 10 is newer and safer
3G HSUPA	vs	+5G SA/NSAAdvantage The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps	vs	+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps277 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+HumidityAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1880 mAh	vs	+4050 mAh115% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
2.1 + A2DP	vs	+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
HTML, XHTML, Flash player	vs	+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet

12 Common items in both devices

16 million

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Ambient light sensor

Proximity sensor

Hands-free calling

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
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Model	IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
Other model names	Nextel Motorola Iron Rock XT626, Motorola Double V	小米MIX Alpha, Xiaomi Mix Alpha
Country or region available	(Global, International), (Latin America), Brazil	(Global, International)
Brand	Motorola	Xiaomi
Release date	7/1/2012	2/1/2020
Depth	11 millimeters (0.43 inches)	10.4 millimeters (0.41 inches)
Size (width x height)	67 x 127.9 millimeters (2.64 x 5.04 in)	72.3 x 154.38 millimeters (2.85 x 6.08 in)
Weight	165 grams (5.78 ounces)	241 grams (8.44 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Titanium frame, glass front, ceramic and glass back
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
Display type	TFT LCD	Flexible Super AMOLED
Screen size	4.3" inches	7.92" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~59.5% (screen-to-body ratio)	~180.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	540x960 pixels	2088x2250 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	256 PPI	388 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Not supported
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	feature not registered	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
System version	Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread	Android 10
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 MSM8255T (45nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ (SM8150-AC) (7nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1.2GHz Scorpion (Single-core)	Octa-core, 3 processors: 1x 2.96GHz Kryo 485 (Single-core) 3x 2.42GHz Kryo 485 (Triple-core) 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 485 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 205	Qualcomm Adreno 640 (672MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
RAM memory	1GB LPDDR2	12GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage	4GB (1GB available)	512GB (494GB available) UFS 3.0
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	7.2/5.76 Mbps	2000/150 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Dual-Band 800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 1700/1900/2100	TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat20 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8) TD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41) VoLTE
Primary 5G network	Not supported	SA/NSA/Sub6 (Bands 41, 78, 79)
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA	GPRS, EDGE, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA
Secondary 2G network	iDEN 800	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	iDEN	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
Back camera (main camera)	8 megapixels	(triple camera) 108 megapixels 12MP telephoto f/2.054mm1/2.55"1.4µmPDAFLaserAF2x-optical-zoom 20MP ultrawide f/2.213mm1/2.8"1.0µmLaserAF
Main camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	12000x9000 pixels
Video recording (primary)	HD (1280x720)	6K UHD (5760x3240) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	Dual-LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/1.33" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	0.8µm pixel
Autofocus	Not supported	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Digital and optical zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
Front camera (secondary)	1.3 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	1280x1024 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, AAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	Type-C reversible connector
TV output	Micro HDMI Type D	Not supported
Bluetooth	2.1 + A2DP	5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Hall effect Humidity Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BF6X	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1880 mAh	4050 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	40W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	4 hours	feature not registered
Standby	192 hours (8 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
Call control	Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, Flash player	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black • 2GB or 8GB microSD included • Quickoffice • Push-to-Talk (PTT) • HAC M3/T3 • VPN IPSec • Digital compass • WiFi hotspot • Java framework	• Colors: Black • MIUI 11
☢️ Radiation rate
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Xiaomi Mi Mix Alpha
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered