The Xiaomi Mi 6 and Mi Max 2 smartphones are rapidly rising as the most buzzed-about devices in the Xiaomi lineup. As the release date draws nigh, benchmark reveals have exposed their key features prematurely. Code-named 'Xiaomi Sagit,' the Mi 6 showcases the Snapdragon 835 SoC, while the 'Xiaomi Oxygen' codenamed Mi Max 2 wields the Snapdragon 660 chipset. Both are pegged for an imminent launch in China.

The Xiaomi Mi 6: What to Look Forward To

Set to carry on the legacy of the Xiaomi Mi 5, this successor is rumored to boast a 5.15-inch Full HD OLED display. Driven by the robust Snapdragon 835, the phone might come in two trim configurations: a 4 GB RAM/64 GB storage option, and a premium 6 GB RAM/128 GB storage model. It's destined to operate on Android 7.1.1 Nougat, topped by the immersive MIUI interface. The camera department includes a 12 MP rear cam and an 8 MP front camera, all of which are ready for 4K video. A 4000mAh battery promises to keep you powered up.

Expect the Xiaomi Mi 6 to set you back from 1999 Yuan (about Rs. 19000) to 2699 Yuan (about Rs. 25500), depending on the variant.

Details on the Xiaomi Mi Max 2 Specifications

Clad in a 6.4-inch Full HD display, the Mi Max 2, also known as 'Xiaomi Oxygen,' embraces the Snapdragon 660, complemented by 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of on-board storage. This model, just like the Mi 6, runs the Android 7.1.1 Nougat under MIUI. Whispers hint at the potential for a Snapdragon 626 paired option in the Max 2.

Don't Miss: Snapdragon 660 Benchmark Scores Emerge

The Mi Max 2 packs an impressive 12 MP rear camera and a 5 MP front snapper. The rear camera records 4K while the selfie cam tops out at 2K. It's also adopted with a vast array of connectivity and a massive 5000mAh battery. Though launching alongside the Mi 6, the Mi Max 2 pricing remains shrouded in mystery.