Xiaomi smartphones lose less value than Apple, Samsung, or Huawei. That’s what the study says

It’s nothing new that the company Xiaomi has increased its prices not only in the smartphone segment, but also in other product categories. However, this is most noticeable exactly in the mobile division, where models such as Mi 10 or Poco F2 Pro are significantly more expensive than their predecessors.

Strict official Xiaomi prices

Xiaomi tries to keep its prices as low as possible so its products stay affordable. With their latest products, though, that doesn’t really hold true. Prices aren’t dropping anymore—especially not on smartphones—as fast as they used to.

It’s mainly about official retail stores, whether it’s the Xiaomi Store or various electronics retailers. This is especially clear with the flagship model Mi 10, which constantly holds its price at 550 €.

Compared to Chinese sellers, who often offer various flash sales or discount coupons almost right after the sale starts, the difference is quite significant. You can also buy a smartphone much cheaper, for example, second-hand or via a marketplace.

So it follows that Xiaomi smartphones, according to the value index, lose less of their value over time than, for example, Apple, Samsung, Huawei, or OnePlus.

This study takes into account factors such as the product’s purchase and selling price. Based on several months of active sales in the market, it determines a so-called value index. The survey was carried out within the Chinese market.

Apple at 6. place in the ranking

Based on the conducted study, Xiaomi has become the brand whose smartphones keep their official price—and therefore their value—for longer.

Thanks to this, Xiaomi can keep its value even after a few months. It also outperforms OnePlus, which is in second place in this ranking. After it come Black Shark, Huawei, Honor, and even Apple, which surprisingly landed only 6th place.

The study is backed by data from the Asian market, mainly from domestic China. Buying habits, trends, and prices there are completely different from, for example, Europe or the rest of the world. That’s why you should take these results with a grain of salt.