Xiaomi has announced the prices for repair spare parts for its new MIX Fold 4 and MIX Flip folding screen phones. Released on July 19, these devices start at 8,999 yuan ($1,243) and 5,999 yuan ($829) respectively. This article provides a detailed breakdown of the repair costs for these new models, including parts and labor for out-of-warranty repairs.
MIX Fold 4 Repair Costs
The MIX Fold 4, starting at 8,999 yuan ($1,243), offers a range of repair parts with varying prices. Below is a list of the spare parts and their associated costs:
Key Components and Their Costs
1. Rear Camera (Ultra-Wide Angle)
- Parts: 30 yuan (∼$4)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
2. External Screen
- Parts: 750 yuan (∼$164)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
3. Front Camera
- Parts: 45 yuan (∼$6)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
4. Inner Screen (Folding)
- Parts: 3,590 yuan (∼$496)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
5. Speaker
- Parts: 40 yuan (∼$6)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
6. Data Cable
- Parts: 29 yuan (∼$4)
- Labor: Free
7. Motherboard
- Parts: 2,580 yuan (∼$356)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
8. Charger
- Parts: 100 yuan (∼$14)
- Labor: Free
9. Rear Camera (Wide Angle)
- Parts: 200 yuan (∼$28)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
10. Rear Camera (Floating Telephoto)
- Parts: 120 yuan (∼$17)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
11. Rear Camera (Close-Up Telephoto)
- Parts: 270 yuan (∼$37)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
12. Battery 1
- Parts: 199 yuan (∼$27)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
13. Sub-Board
- Parts: 45 yuan (∼$6)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
14. Battery 2
- Parts: 89 yuan (∼$12)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
15. Battery Cover
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- Parts: 230 yuan (∼$32)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
MIX Flip Repair Costs
The MIX Flip, starting at 5,999 yuan ($829), also has a detailed list of repair costs. Here are the key components and their prices:
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Key Components and Their Costs
1. External Screen
- Parts: 500 yuan (∼$69)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
2. Front Camera
- Parts: 60 yuan (∼$8)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
3. Inner Screen (Folding)
- Parts: 1,730 yuan (∼$239)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
4. Rear Camera (Secondary)
- Parts: 150 yuan (∼$21)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
5. Rear Camera (Main)
- Parts: 220 yuan (∼$30)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
6. Speaker
- Parts: 20 yuan (∼$3)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
7. Data Cable
- Parts: 29 yuan (∼$4)
- Labor: Free
8. Motherboard
- Parts: 2,370 yuan (∼$327)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
9. Charger
- Parts: 100 yuan (∼$14)
- Labor: Free
10. Battery 1
- Parts: 119 yuan (∼$16)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
11. Sub-Board
- Parts: 85 yuan (∼$12)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
12. Battery 2
- Parts: 59 yuan (∼$8)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
13. Battery Cover
- Parts: 120 yuan (∼$17)
- Labor: 40 yuan (∼$6)
Variations in Motherboard Costs
The price of the motherboard changes with different memory versions. For the MIX Fold 4, the costs are:
- 12GB+256GB: 2,580 yuan (∼$356)
- 16GB+512GB: 2,750 yuan (∼$380)
- 16GB+1TB: 2,880 yuan (∼$398)
The special dragon scale fiber version battery cover is priced at 400 yuan.
For the MIX Flip, the motherboard costs are:
- 12GB+256GB: 2,370 yuan (∼$327)
- 12GB+512GB: 2,490 yuan (∼$344)
- 16GB+1TB: 2,740 yuan (∼$378)
The Phoenix Feather Fiber Edition battery cover is priced at 150 yuan (∼$21).
Conclusion
Xiaomi’s announcement of repair costs for the MIX Fold 4 and MIX Flip provides clear guidance for users needing out-of-warranty repairs. With a wide range of parts and associated labor costs, users can better manage repair expenses. This transparency is crucial for owners of these advanced folding screen devices, ensuring they are aware of potential future costs.