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Xiaomi Mi 11i Audio test: An affordable and worthy version of the 11 Ultra

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Within Xiaomi’s latest Mi line-up, the 11i is a slightly more affordable version of the Mi 11, featuring identical camera specs (including the large 108 MP sensor in the primary module and the 5G compatibility) ...

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra Audio test: Among the best for recording

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The Mi 11 Ultra is Xiaomi’s brand-new and biggest flagship, boasting a 6.81-inch AMOLED quad-curved display, three full-sized rear cameras, and a small screen at the back. The phone belongs in DXOMARK’s ultra-premium category and ...

Vivo X60 Pro+ 5G Audio test: Image over sound

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Unveiled in early 2021, Vivo’s smartphone X60 Pro+ 5G sits at the top of the Chinese manufacturer’s X60 flagship line. The device is co-engineered with German optics expert Zeiss and features a four-camera array on ...

Vivo X60 Pro 5G (Snapdragon) Audio test: Strong on artifacts

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In 2020, Vivo released the X60 Pro, driven by an Exynos chip, in China. In April of this year, the X60 Pro went global, but this time, it was equipped with the Snapdragon 870 5G ...

OnePlus 9 Pro Audio test: Well-suited for movies and gaming

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In March 2021, OnePlus unveiled the successor of its popular 8 Pro– the OnePlus 9 Pro. Packed with top-end technology, the latest flagship includes Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 chipset, 5G connectivity, and a 4500 mAh battery ...

OnePlus 9 Audio test: Solid on volume

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The OnePlus 9, released in March, is the brand’s attempt to deliver a flagship quality smartphone with a more affordable cost. This one comes with some impressive features at the price point of between $600 ...

Smartphone for Snapdragon Insiders (designed by Asus) Audio test: A class-leading recording device

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In March 2021, Qualcomm launched the Snapdragon Insiders community, designed for the famous chipset’s enthusiasts, with news, tips, forums, masterclasses, access to experts, and even backstage access to events. If quite mysterious at that time, ...

Nubia RedMagic 6 Pro Audio test: A good in-game audio performance

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Having arrived on the market in March 2021, the Nubia RedMagic 6 Pro and its “ultimate gaming design” comes with a triple camera setup, a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor, and a 500 Hz touch ...

Xiaomi Redmi K40 Pro + Audio test: Deft in recording

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The Xiaomi Redmi K40 Pro + is the top-of-the-line offering in the brand’s new K-line of devices released earlier this year. At about $550 it lands in our high-end category. It is equipped with the ...

Vivo iQOO 7 Legend Audio test: A mixed performance

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Last month, Vivo’s sub-brand iQOO launched two new smartphones in India, the iQOO 7 and the iQOO 7 Legend. The latter, whose audio performance we’ll be reviewing today, is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 processor, ...

Oppo Find X3 Pro Audio test: Recording is a strong point

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The Oppo Find X3 Pro is the brand’s top-of-the-line flagship for 2021, built to compete with the best devices from Samsung and Apple and with a price to match. With a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, the ...

Samsung Galaxy A52 5G Audio test: New top score for artifacts

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The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G, released in March 2021, is part of the lower-priced A line of devices that provide alternatives to the brand’s more expensive flagships. The A52 has some features you would normally ...

Xiaomi Mi 11 Audio test: A functional flagship

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Released just a few months ago, the Xiaomi Mi 11 is another challenger from the Chinese brand, with impressive specs that match or exceed other top flagships while undercutting the price a bit. Along with ...

Oppo Reno5 Pro+ 5G Audio test: Few artifacts

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The Oppo Reno5 Pro+ 5G is the Chinese brand’s top-flight offering in the recently updated Reno line — the “+” after Pro indicates there’s a bit more under the hood on this reasonably priced (about ...

Motorola Razr 5G Audio test: Return of a favorite folder

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Motorola brought back the Razr in 2019 in an effort to reclaim a slice of the foldable pie, and for many nostalgic Motorola users and other flip-phone lovers, the idea has appeal. The flagship device ...

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G Audio test: Solid sound

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Released in September of last year, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G is the update of the first Galaxy Z Fold, which was released in late 2019. The brand made some changes to improve on ...

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (Exynos) Audio test

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The Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (Exynos) is the global version of Samsung’s S-series base model. The device is built around Samsung’s in-house Exynos 2100 chipset instead of the Qualcomm top-of-the-line Snapdragon 888 used in devices ...

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (Snapdragon) Audio test

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The Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (Snapdragon) is Samsung’s S-series base model for the Chinese and North American markets. The device is built around Qualcomm’s top-of-the-line Snapdragon 888 chipset instead of the Exynos variant used in ...

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