Xiaomi is all set to launch its flagship Xiaomi 14 series globally on February 25, 2024, a day before the Mobile World Congress (MWC) event in Barcelona. The series consists of three models: the Xiaomi 14, the Xiaomi 14 Pro, and the Xiaomi 14 Ultra. However, according to a recent leak, the Xiaomi 14 Pro may not be available outside China. The leak also revealed the prices of the Xiaomi 14 and the Xiaomi 14 Ultra for the European market. Here are the details.
Xiaomi 14: A premium smartphone with a powerful processor
The Xiaomi 14 is a premium smartphone that features a 6.36-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3000 nits. The display also supports HDR10+ and Dolby Vision. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, which is the first 4nm processor in the world. The phone comes with 12GB of RAM and 256GB or 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage.
The Xiaomi 14 boasts a triple rear camera setup, consisting of a 50MP primary camera with a custom Leica Summilux lens, a 50MP telephoto camera with 10x optical zoom and 100x digital zoom, and a 50MP ultra-wide camera with a 120-degree field of view. The phone also has a 32MP selfie camera on the front. The cameras support 8K video recording, night mode, portrait mode, and AI features.
The Xiaomi 14 packs a 4,610mAh battery that supports 90W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. The phone also supports 10W reverse wireless charging. The phone runs on HyperOS based on Android 14, and offers IP68 water and dust resistance, dual stereo speakers, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and face unlock.
Xiaomi 14 Ultra: A super flagship with a stunning display
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is a super flagship that features a 6.73-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3000 nits. The display also supports HDR10+ and Dolby Vision. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, which is the first 4nm processor in the world. The phone comes with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra has the same camera setup as the Xiaomi 14, except that the primary camera has a variable aperture of f/1.5 to f/2.4, which allows for better low-light performance and depth-of-field effects. The phone also has a 32MP selfie camera on the front. The cameras support 8K video recording, night mode, portrait mode, and AI features.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra packs a 4,880mAh battery that supports 120W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. The phone also supports 10W reverse wireless charging. The phone runs on HyperOS based on Android 14, and offers IP68 water and dust resistance, dual stereo speakers, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and face unlock.
Xiaomi 14 series: Global launch date and prices
According to a leak by French website Dealabs, the Xiaomi 14 series will be launched globally on February 25, 2024, a day before the MWC event in Barcelona. However, the leak also claims that the Xiaomi 14 Pro will not be available outside China. The leak also reveals the prices of the Xiaomi 14 and the Xiaomi 14 Ultra for the European market. The prices are as follows:
- Xiaomi 14 (12GB/256GB): €1,099 (~$1,176)
- Xiaomi 14 (12GB/512GB): €1,299 (~$1,392)
- Xiaomi 14 Ultra (16GB/512GB): €1,499 (~$1,604)
These prices are expected to vary depending on the region and the taxes. The Indian prices and availability of the Xiaomi 14 series are yet to be announced.
Xiaomi 14 series: A new benchmark for flagship smartphones
The Xiaomi 14 series is a new benchmark for flagship smartphones, offering a stunning design, a powerful performance, a superb display, and an impressive camera. The series also supports fast charging, wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging, making it a complete package. The series is expected to compete with the likes of Samsung Galaxy S24 series, Apple iPhone 15 series, and OnePlus 11 series in the global market.
