{"id":832756,"date":"2025-07-24T08:42:58","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T06:42:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/?p=832756"},"modified":"2025-07-24T08:43:03","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T06:43:03","slug":"xiaomi-s-65-inch-mini-led-tv-review-cinematic-visuals-meet-potent-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/industry-news\/832756\/xiaomi-s-65-inch-mini-led-tv-review-cinematic-visuals-meet-potent-performance\/","title":{"rendered":"Xiaomi S 65-inch Mini-LED TV review \u2013 Cinematic visuals meet potent performance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>After testing the Xiaomi S 65-inch Mini-LED 4K Smart TV, it\u2019s clear that it\u2019s not just a great display \u2013 it is a complete home entertainment upgrade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether I was gaming on a console, streaming action-packed movies, or casually watching YouTube videos, the QD-Mini LED display delivered sharp, vibrant, and cinematic visuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This experience was completed by a smooth user interface thanks to Google OS, and room-filling audio delivered by four drivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These were our thoughts after we spent a few days testing the Xiaomi S 65-inch Mini-LED 4K Smart TV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch our review of the Xiaomi S 65-inch Mini-LED 4K Smart TV below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Xiaomi TV S Mini LED 65 Review \u2013 Stunning QD-Mini LED Brilliance and Smart Performance\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BG9U-95pwng?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">QD-Mini LED<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Xiaomi S 65-inch Mini-LED 4K Smart TV centres around one key display technology &#8211; QD-Mini LED.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This blends two powerful display innovations \u2013 Mini LED backlighting and a Quantum Dot colour layer \u2013 resulting in a sharp, bright, and colour-rich viewing experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-07.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-07-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-832764\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-07-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-07-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-07-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-07.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how it works:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Xiaomi S 65-inch Mini-LED 4K Smart TV uses a densely packed Mini LED backlight system comprising thousands of tiny LEDs spread across 392 individually-controlled zones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This allows for a potent 1,200 nit brightness and extremely precise contrast control, especially in darker scenes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A high-resolution LCD panel sits in front of this and shapes the picture you see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, Xiaomi added a Quantum Dot layer to supercharge the colour reproduction \u2013 delivering more vibrant, accurate tones than standard panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-03.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-03-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-832765\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-03-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-03-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-03-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-03.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The result was an OLED-rivalling picture that looked punchy, crisp, and incredibly detailed across every high-octane action flick or colour-rich nature documentary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IMAX Enhanced, Filmmaker Mode, and high-end HDR certifications like Dolby Vision, HLG, and HDR10+ further amplify these appealing visuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These technologies made a big difference. From the glow of neon lights in a sci-fi thriller to the vivid explosions and sweeping landscapes of an epic war film, the Xiaomi S 65-inch Mini-LED 4K Smart TV delivered a consistently cinematic experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Smooth visuals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The panel\u2019s 144Hz refresh rate enhances this experience, ensuring the colourful visuals are smooth and crisp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This meant that the Xiaomi S 65-inch Mini-LED 4K Smart TV thoroughly delivered during high-octane action scenes and when watching sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-08.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-08-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-832766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-08-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-08-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-08-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-08.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Gamers will also enjoy these smooth visuals a lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We could connect a console like a PlayStation 5 or Xbox through the TV\u2019s dual HDMI 2.1 ports, while Wi-Fi 6 offered lag-free connectivity too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 144Hz refresh rate could then be boosted to 240Hz using the built-in Game Boost Mode, which, when combined with AMD FreeSync Premium, produced an incredibly smooth gaming experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Throw in a 4ms response time and 120Hz Motion Estimate Motion Compensation, and the result was stunning. No screen tearing, input lag, or blur &#8211; just performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-05.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-05-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-832767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-05-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-05-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-05-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-05.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These benefits extended to any fast-moving on-screen content, such as Formula 1, ensuring every turn and blur of speed came through cleanly with no ghosting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This visual experience is then complemented by immersive, room-filling audio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Four drivers, including two 12.5W speakers, delivered depth and clarity during everything from dramatic film scores to deep, rumbling bass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Intuitive interface<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Performance was also supported by a Quad Cortex A73 AI processor, which kept navigation smooth and scenery perfectly enhanced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This powerful processor is combined with an impressive 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to this and the notoriously well-optimised Google OS, navigation is smooth and finding something to watch on the Xiaomi S 65-inch Mini-LED 4K Smart TV is easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-04.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-04-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-832768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-04-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-04-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-04-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-04.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Google OS makes navigating to your favourite apps a breeze, while Chromecast and Apple AirPlay ensure you can integrate your TV into almost any technology system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, with access to over 10,000 apps, you can stream content from your favourite providers \u2013 like Netflix and Prime Video \u2013 and even play a wide range of games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Xiaomi S 65-inch Mini LED 4K Smart TV exceeded our expectations, from its exceptional colour accuracy to its incredible contrasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-06.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-06-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-832769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-06-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-06-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-06-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-06.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a complete entertainment hub, and whether you\u2019re watching Netflix, gaming at 240Hz, or enjoying a late-night movie marathon, this TV delivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What makes this TV even more appealing is what you get for the price \u2013 it is listed at R14,999 on Takealot and currently marked down to only <strong>R13,999.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even at this affordable price tag, there\u2019s no denying it is a premium TV \u2013 with everything from market-leading QD-Mini LED display technology with full HDR support, to 144Hz refresh rates and Google OS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.takealot.com\/all?custom=xiaomi-tv&amp;utm_source=BusinessTech&amp;utm_medium=Article&amp;utm_term=July+2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Click here to get the Xiaomi S 65-inch Mini LED 4K Smart TV.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-02.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-02-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-832770\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-02-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-02-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-02-768x432.jpg 768w, 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1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-01.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-01-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-832772\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-01-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-01-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-01-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-2.0-01.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a  data-lightbox=\"post-image\" href=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-39.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-39-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-832773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-39-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-39-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-39-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Xiaomi-S-TV-39.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Xiaomi S 65-inch Mini-LED 4K Smart TV blends Mini-LED backlighting with a Quantum Dot colour layer for a sharp, bright, and colour-rich viewing 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