Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro Review

Flagship Snapdragon 865 performance with strong GPU results

The Mi 10 Pro uses Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 and comes with 8GB or 12GB RAM; UL Solutions and Gearbest benchmarks show the chipset delivers top-tier results for its generation. 3DMark Wild Life reports a median score of 4558 with a graphics test result of about 27 FPS and 99% stability; Gearbest’s Sling Shot Extreme run quoted an overall score of ~7109 with a GPU score of ~8274 and a physics score around 4762.

Those numbers place the Mi 10 Pro among the Snapdragon 865 flagships of its time in sustained workload and graphics throughput. UL notes real-world user-submitted results vary if devices are hot or have background apps active, so expect some variance versus lab conditions.

A large, bright 6.67" 90Hz AMOLED with solid color accuracy

PCMag’s testing confirms a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel at 2340×1080 with a 90Hz refresh rate and roughly 386 ppi pixel density; they describe the display as very bright, sharp and with excellent color accuracy. The front is a curved glass design that emphasizes immersion for media and gaming.

The 90Hz panel provides smoother scrolling and animations versus 60Hz phones, but it is not a 120Hz display. As with other reviews, the effective battery impact of the higher refresh rate depends on use patterns and system power management.

High-resolution 108 MP main sensor and strong imaging credentials

The Mi 10 Pro’s headline camera spec is a 108 MP main sensor; multiple outlets (PCMag, Android Authority, XDA) flagged the device as offering some of Xiaomi’s best camera performance at release. Editorial testing placed its imaging among the class leaders for stills.

Real-world camera performance depends on the processing profile Xiaomi applies (night modes, HDR stacking and software tuning). Reviewers called out the imaging system as a core strength, which aligns with Xiaomi positioning this model as a camera-focused flagship.

A large 4500 mAh battery with fast wired charging but measured variability

GadgetMatch and Android Authority note a 4500 mAh battery that delivers more than a full day of heavy use in editorial testing; Android Authority awarded it for mid-2020 battery performance and noted strong charging speed results. UL Solutions cautions public battery-life medians vary widely because testing brightness and user conditions differ.

The phone ships with a 65W charger in the box, but GadgetMatch reports the device itself caps wired charging at 50W — a detail that can confuse buyers expecting the full 65W rate. Charging behavior and daily endurance will vary by screen brightness (UL recommends 200 cd/m² for lab testing) and background activity.

Solid Android 10 software from launch but limited official availability

The Mi 10 Pro ships with Android 10 out of the box. Published reviews focus on hardware; official update cadence and long-term support specifics are not detailed in these sources, so buyers should check regional update policies before purchase.

PCMag explicitly notes the phone was not officially available in the United States at the time of their review and warned that even if imported, the Mi 10 Pro is unlikely to work on US 5G networks — an important practical limitation for buyers in certain regions.

Pros & Cons

• ✅ 108 MP main camera delivering class-leading still-image results in published reviews
• ✅ 6.67" 2340×1080 90Hz AMOLED panel described as very bright with excellent color accuracy
• ✅ Snapdragon 865 performance with 3DMark Wild Life median score 4558 and Sling Shot Extreme ~7109
• ✅ Large 4500 mAh battery that lasted more than a full day in editorial testing (Android Authority)
• ✅ Includes a 65W charger in-box while the phone supports up to 50W wired charging

• ❌ Not officially available in the United States and reported as unlikely to work on US 5G networks (PCMag)
• ❌ Public benchmark and battery-life submissions show wide variance depending on test conditions (UL Solutions)
• ❌ Phone ships with a 65W charger but the device caps wired charging at 50W, which can cause confusion (GadgetMatch)
• ❌ Display is 90Hz, not 120Hz — some competing flagships offer higher refresh rates

How It Compares to the Competition

• Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra — Comparable Snapdragon 865-era flagship with higher-resolution telephoto options and stronger official carrier support in some regions.
• OnePlus 8 Pro — Similar performance and a polished 90Hz/120Hz display experience in variants, with broader official availability in several markets.
• Huawei P40 Pro — Competes on imaging and battery endurance but differs in software ecosystem and regional availability constraints.
• Oppo Find X2 Pro — Offers flagship Snapdragon 865 performance and fast charging; closely matched on display and charging behavior depending on configuration.

Who Should Buy This & Who Should Skip It

Buy it if: Buy the Mi 10 Pro if you want a Snapdragon 865 flagship with a 108 MP main camera, a bright 6.67" 90Hz AMOLED and a large 4500 mAh battery. It's a strong choice for photographers, power users and buyers outside the US who can confirm local carrier compatibility.

Skip it if: Skip the Mi 10 Pro if you require official US retail support or guaranteed US 5G compatibility — PCMag reports it wasn't officially sold in the US and may not work on US 5G networks. Also consider alternatives if you need a 120Hz display or a clearly documented regional update policy.