Is the thinner and more beautiful Xiaomi TV 2S worth buying?

Although Xiaomi is still a brand that "sells mobile phones for 1,999 yuan" in most people's minds, Xiaomi TV, one of the three core products of the brand, has already been well-developed, whether relying on continuous product updates or the popular war of words with competitors.

The previous Xiaomi TV 2 already had three products in the mainstream product line from 40 inches to 55 inches. Not long ago, Xiaomi launched a new 48-inch Xiaomi TV. It is no longer Xiaomi TV 2 or Xiaomi TV 3, but is called Xiaomi TV 2S.

Unboxing: Packaging patent big manufacturers are interesting

Some people say that most of Xiaomi's patents are on the outer packaging. Judging from the Xiaomi TV 2S, this is indeed the case.

The big MI on the front of the package is naturally indispensable. In addition to the TV itself, we also received a subwoofer unit that matches the TV. The single product that will go on sale on July 28th is priced from 2,999 yuan, which should not include this accessory.

“Always believe that good things are about to happen”, but this level 3 energy consumption label does not seem so good.

The product details label is affixed to the right side of the packaging. The main color of the product is "gray", there is a "gold" next to the MI logo, and there is a small label with "blue" written on it. So the question is, what color is the Xiaomi TV 2S in the packaging?

After opening the package, it is no different from the way of opening an ordinary flat-screen TV. However, it is relatively rare to stick the instruction manual directly on the back of the TV packaging. It is suggested that some users with poor eyesight and hands should take a look at how to install it first.

Xiaomi TV 2S has two feet. In addition to the L and R markings, the packaging of the two feet also has different colored tapes to distinguish the left and right. The random small screwdriver is still there, but like before, this screwdriver is also a little bent.

Appearance: "New domestic products" need to be thinner

Frankly speaking, there are fewer and fewer reasons to be obsessed with Xiaomi phones now, but Xiaomi TVs always give people a bright feeling.

The front of Xiaomi TV 2S is still in the style of Xiaomi TV 2, and it seems to have a certain brand recognition. Compared with the 40-inch Xiaomi TV 2, it has an obvious size advantage. This size can be said to take into account both the living room and the bedroom. The extremely narrow 7.5mm screen frame contributes to the visual impact of the front of the TV.

The different color schemes are reflected in the side frames rather than the front. The bright blue model in our hands is a more youthful style. In addition, there is gold that can be given to parents, pink that can be given to girlfriends, and green that can be given to tea bitches.

The frame of Xiaomi TV 2S adopts a double-layer treatment, and the overall fineness is not as good as that of mobile phones. There are gaps at the joints that feel sharp to the touch. Fortunately, not many people hold the 48-inch TV in their hands to watch it.

Xiaomi TV 2S is what Lei Jun calls the "new domestic product". First of all, it needs to look different, and Xiaomi TV 2S focuses on thickness.

Although the bottom of the TV has to accommodate more internal components, the thickness of the upper part of the Xiaomi TV 2S is still quite amazing at 9.9mm. This result is already comparable to the Xiaomi 4 mobile phone. If you are still not satisfied, you can only look for the "Sony method" to achieve a more extreme thickness.

In the processing of the back panel, Xiaomi TV 2S actively learned from Steve Jobs' principle that "a carpenter who builds a beautiful wardrobe must use beautiful wood on both sides", and the brushed metal back panel allows the excellent look and feel to continue.

In terms of interfaces, the interfaces of Xiaomi TV 2S are concentrated in the lower left corner behind the TV. The configuration of three HDMI interfaces + 2 USB interfaces meets daily use, and the USB3.0 interface that can achieve high-speed transmission is also available. As for the power plug that cost more than 500,000 yuan to open the mold, it is extremely small. It seems that the money made from opening the mold is quite easy to make now.

Samsung's RGB true 4K display is the guarantee of Xiaomi TV 2S's display effect. As for the sound unit, the home theater version includes a soundbar external speaker and a wireless subwoofer. This subwoofer, which is covered with a metal coat and shaped like a MacPro host, looks very heavy, while the soundbar external speaker uses an independent interface to connect to the TV. The vacant AUX interface allows you to connect other playback devices. The details are very thoughtful and practical.

Finally, the remote control that comes standard is exactly the same as the previous Xiaomi TV and Xiaomi box, and after testing, they are also universal.

System: MIUI is good enough

Keeping the consistent operating logic, the power button of Xiaomi TV 2S is set below the MI sub-logo on the front of the TV. When it has an external speaker, the first thing to do when turning it on for the first time is to connect all the devices.

The speaker connection steps displayed step by step on the screen are very simple. It is no exaggeration to say that it is a bit of a "monkey show" to connect a socket with a separate screen. However, this also effectively guarantees the success rate of device connection. The final audio-visual experience is still significantly improved compared to the TV itself.

At the system level, we are all very familiar with the MIUI TV version. It is simple, easy to use and easy to get started. There is no reason to make any major changes. Unfortunately, the MIUI on Xiaomi TV 2S still has some lags in some scenarios when switching applications. The overall fluency is not as good as the 40-inch Xiaomi TV 2. The new product still needs to be optimized.

In terms of performance, the Xiaomi TV 2S equipped with the MStar 6A928 quad-core processor is the most powerful configuration in the current Xiaomi TV camp. An AnTuTu score of more than 44,000 makes the TV "hot", and it can "eat" 4K roast duck without any pressure.

Okay, do you want to buy it?

In fact, the appearance of the 48-inch Xiaomi TV 2S is still a bit confusing. After all, the 49-inch Xiaomi TV 2 is right in front of it, with similar size and price. Which one is worth buying?

The parameter comparison on Xiaomi TV's official website is very intuitive. Xiaomi TV 2S, like the 55-inch Xiaomi TV 2, has the strongest processor in the Xiaomi TV product line, three-channel memory and other performance configurations, making it the first choice for parameter party. The 49-inch Xiaomi TV 2 has added 3D display function to provide a richer viewing experience, thereby distinguishing different user groups from the perspective of use. Of course, we may be more concerned about the difference in product thickness.

Therefore, the 48-inch Xiaomi TV 2S, which starts at 2,999 yuan, still has a high cost-effectiveness, and the S is reflected in the thinner and more extreme appearance design. Perhaps this also vaguely foreshadows some trends in the future product development of Xiaomi TV 3, especially in appearance.

As a winner of Toutiao's Qingyun Plan and Baijiahao's Bai+ Plan, the 2019 Baidu Digital Author of the Year, the Baijiahao's Most Popular Author in the Technology Field, the 2019 Sogou Technology and Culture Author, and the 2021 Baijiahao Quarterly Influential Creator, he has won many awards, including the 2013 Sohu Best Industry Media Person, the 2015 China New Media Entrepreneurship Competition Beijing Third Place, the 2015 Guangmang Experience Award, the 2015 China New Media Entrepreneurship Competition Finals Third Place, and the 2018 Baidu Dynamic Annual Powerful Celebrity.