Xiaomi Civi Series: The Ultimate Fashion-Centric Smartphones

Xiaomi Civi Series (Civi 1 / 1S / 2 / 3 / 4): Current Flagship Fashion-Centric Lineup

Definition

The Xiaomi Civi Series is Xiaomi’s core mid-range to upper-mid-range lineup targeting style-conscious users, photography enthusiasts, and young consumers, launched in September 2021 as the successor to the Mi CC series. It focuses on ultra-thin and lightweight designs, premium aesthetics, advanced selfie cameras, and balanced performance at accessible prices. The series has evolved through iterative upgrades: Civi 1 (Sept 2021), Civi 1S (Apr 2022, minor refresh), Civi 2 (Sept 2022, dual front cameras), Civi 3 (May 2023, Dimensity chip & dual front cameras), and Civi 4/Civi 4 Pro (Jul 2024, Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 & Leica partnership). All models run MIUI based on Android, with a strong emphasis on design personalization and AI-powered imaging.

Core Model Differentiation Overview

Feature	Xiaomi Civi 1 (2109119DC)	Xiaomi Civi 1S (2204121SC)	Xiaomi Civi 2 (2209129SC)	Xiaomi Civi 3 (23056PN5BC)	Xiaomi Civi 4 (23127PN5BC) / Civi 4 Pro
Launch Date	Sept 27, 2021	Apr 21, 2022	Sept 27, 2022	May 25, 2023	Jul 19, 2024
Key Chipset	Snapdragon 778G (6 nm)	Snapdragon 778G+ (6 nm)	Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 (4 nm)	Dimensity 8200-Ultra (4 nm)	Civi 4: Snapdragon 7s Gen 3Civi 4 Pro: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Display Size	6.55-inch OLED	6.55-inch OLED	6.55-inch OLED	6.55-inch OLED	6.55-inch 1.5K OLED (Civi 4/Civi 4 Pro)
Front Camera	32 MP single	32 MP single (GAN skin tech)	Dual 32 MP + 32 MP	Dual 32 MP + 32 MP	32 MP (Civi 4); 32 MP (Civi 4 Pro, Leica tuning)
Rear Camera	64 MP main + 8 MP ultra-wide + 2 MP macro	Same as Civi 1	50 MP main + 2 MP depth	50 MP IMX800 main + 8 MP ultra-wide + 2 MP macro	Civi 4: 50 MP main + 8 MP ultra-wideCivi 4 Pro: 50 MP Leica main + 50 MP 2× portrait + 12 MP ultra-wide
Battery/Charging	4500 mAh / 55W	4500 mAh / 55W	4500 mAh / 67W	4500 mAh / 67W	4500 mAh (Civi 4: 67W)4600 mAh (Civi 4 Pro: 80W)
China Launch Price	¥2,599 (8+128 GB)	¥2,299 (8+128 GB)	¥2,399 (8+128 GB)	¥2,499 (8+128 GB)	Civi 4: ¥2,499 (8+128 GB)Civi 4 Pro: ¥3,499 (8+256 GB)

Detailed Hardware Specifications

1. Display

Model	Type & Resolution	Refresh Rate & Brightness	Key Features
Civi 1/Civi 1S	6.55-inch 3D curved OLED; 2400×1080 FHD+ (402 ppi)	120 Hz; 950 nits peak	Dolby Vision; HDR10+; Gorilla Glass 5
Civi 2	6.55-inch 3D curved OLED; 2400×1080 FHD+ (402 ppi)	120 Hz; 950 nits peak	Same as Civi 1; improved color accuracy
Civi 3	6.55-inch 3D curved OLED; 2400×1080 FHD+ (402 ppi)	120 Hz; 1000 nits peak	HDR10+; Gorilla Glass 5; 10-bit color
Civi 4/Civi 4 Pro	6.55-inch 1.5K 3D curved OLED; 2712×1220 (450 ppi)	120 Hz; 3000 nits peak (C8 material)	HDR10+; Gorilla Glass Victus; 10-bit color

2. Processor & Memory

Model	Chipset	CPU Architecture	RAM & Storage
Civi 1	Snapdragon 778G (6 nm)	1×2.4 GHz A78 + 3×2.2 GHz A78 + 4×1.9 GHz A55	8/12 GB LPDDR4X; 128/256 GB UFS 2.2
Civi 1S	Snapdragon 778G+ (6 nm)	1×2.5 GHz A78 + 3×2.4 GHz A78 + 4×1.9 GHz A55	Same as Civi 1
Civi 2	Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 (4 nm)	1×2.4 GHz X2 + 3×2.36 GHz A710 + 4×1.8 GHz A510	8/12 GB LPDDR5; 128/256 GB UFS 3.1
Civi 3	Dimensity 8200-Ultra (4 nm)	1×3.1 GHz X2 + 3×3.0 GHz A710 + 4×2.0 GHz A510	8/12 GB LPDDR5X; 128/256/512 GB UFS 3.1
Civi 4	Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)	1×2.4 GHz X4 + 3×2.2 GHz A720 + 4×1.9 GHz A520	8/12 GB LPDDR5X; 128/256 GB UFS 3.1
Civi 4 Pro	Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (4 nm)	1×3.0 GHz X4 + 3×2.6 GHz A720 + 4×2.0 GHz A520	8/12/16 GB LPDDR5X; 256/512 GB UFS 4.0

3. Camera System

Model	Rear Camera	Front Camera	Video Capabilities
Civi 1/Civi 1S	64 MP wide (GW3, f/1.8) + 8 MP ultra-wide + 2 MP macro	32 MP (f/2.4, autofocus); Civi 1S: GAN skin tech	4K@30 fps; 1080p@120 fps
Civi 2	50 MP wide (JN1, f/1.8) + 2 MP depth	Dual 32 MP + 32 MP (autofocus, 4K video)	4K@30 fps; 1080p@120 fps; AI portrait
Civi 3	50 MP wide (IMX800, f/1.8, OIS) + 8 MP ultra-wide + 2 MP macro	Dual 32 MP + 32 MP (4K video, eye tracking)	4K@30 fps; 1080p@120 fps; HDR10+
Civi 4	50 MP wide (JN1, f/1.8) + 8 MP ultra-wide	32 MP (f/2.4, autofocus)	4K@30 fps; 1080p@120 fps
Civi 4 Pro	50 MP Leica wide (f/1.8, OIS) + 50 MP 2× portrait + 12 MP ultra-wide	32 MP (Leica tuning, f/2.4)	4K@60 fps; 8K@24 fps; Leica color modes

4. Battery & Charging

Model	Capacity	Wired Charging	Wireless Charging
Civi 1/Civi 1S	4500 mAh Li-Po	55W (0–100% in ~52 mins)	No
Civi 2/Civi 3	4500 mAh Li-Po	67W (0–100% in ~38 mins)	No
Civi 4	4500 mAh Li-Po	67W (0–100% in ~38 mins)	No
Civi 4 Pro	4600 mAh Li-Po	80W (0–100% in ~30 mins)	No

5. Build, Connectivity & Sensors

Model	Build & Design	Key Connectivity	Biometrics & Sensors
Civi 1/Civi 1S	Glass front/back (GG5), aluminum frame; 6.98 mm thick, 166 g; colors: Black, Blue, Pink (1S adds Silver)	5G (sub-6 GHz), Wi-Fi 6, BT 5.2, NFC, USB-C 2.0, IR	In-display optical fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, ambient light, compass
Civi 2	Same as Civi 1; dual-tone colors; 6.98 mm, 171 g	Same as Civi 1	Same as Civi 1
Civi 3	Same as Civi 2; 7.56 mm, 173 g; dual-tone & gradient options	Same as Civi 1	Same as Civi 1
Civi 4/Civi 4 Pro	Civi 4: 7.26 mm, 173 gCivi 4 Pro: 7.45 mm, 177.6 g; tech nano-leather on select colors	Same as Civi 1	Same as Civi 1; Civi 4 Pro adds temperature sensor

Core Innovations & Series Highlights

1. Ultra-Thin & Lightweight Design (All Models)

The Civi series maintains a signature slim profile (6.98–7.56 mm) and light weight (166–177.6 g), using premium materials like Gorilla Glass and aluminum frames for a comfortable grip without compromising durability.

2. Dual Front Cameras (Civi 2/Civi 3)

Civi 2 and 3 introduced dual 32 MP front cameras for enhanced selfies and video calls:

Stereo Selfie Capability: Captures more depth and detail for group selfies and portrait shots.
4K Video Selfies: Supports 4K@30 fps video recording with AI beautification and eye-tracking autofocus.

3. Leica-Tuned Camera (Civi 4 Pro Exclusive)

The Civi 4 Pro partnered with Leica to upgrade imaging:

Leica Color Modes: Natural and Vibrant profiles for professional color rendering.
Summilux Optical Lens: Improves light intake for better low-light performance and dynamic range.
50 MP 2× Portrait Lens: Enables lossless 2× zoom for portrait photography, ideal for bokeh effects.

4. High-Performance Chipsets (Civi 3/Civi 4 Pro)

Civi 3: Dimensity 8200-Ultra delivers flagship-level gaming performance with efficient power consumption (AnTuTu ~870K).
Civi 4 Pro: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 offers near-flagship performance (AnTuTu ~1.5M) while maintaining thermal efficiency.

5. Fast Charging & Battery Life

From 55W (Civi 1/1S) to 80W (Civi 4 Pro), the series balances fast charging with all-day battery life for daily use.

Market Positioning & Legacy

1. Target Audience

Focused on young users (18–35), especially those prioritizing design, selfies, and social media content creation, competing with OPPO Reno and vivo S series.

2. Key Reception

Praised for slim designs, powerful selfie cameras, and value for money.
Criticisms include no wireless charging and average low-light rear camera performance in earlier models (addressed in Civi 4 Pro with Leica).

3. Current Status (2025)

The Civi 4/Civi 4 Pro remain in active sales, with software support up to MIUI 16 (Android 15). The series continues to lead Xiaomi’s mid-range fashion segment, blending style, performance, and imaging for mainstream consumers.