Xiaomi has officially introduced the Xiaomi 15 Ultra in China, offering a preview of what to expect ahead of its anticipated global launch at MWC 2025. This flagship smartphone comes with notable hardware upgrades, enhancing display quality, performance, and camera capabilities.

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra features a 6.73-inch AMOLED display with a 3200×1440 resolution, ensuring a sharp and immersive viewing experience. It supports a dynamic refresh rate ranging from 1Hz to 120Hz, adapting to different content needs while optimizing battery efficiency. With a peak brightness of 3,200 nits, the screen remains highly visible even in bright outdoor conditions. Protection is provided by Xiaomi’s Shield Glass 2.0, enhancing durability against scratches and impacts.

The smartphone is available in Black and White color options, along with a Silver Chrome Edition that incorporates aerospace-grade glass fiber and PU leather. This special edition not only offers a premium feel but is also the heaviest variant, weighing 229g with a thickness of 9.48mm.

Powering the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, delivering top-tier performance for both everyday tasks and demanding applications. The device is available in 12GB or 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and responsiveness. Storage options include 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB of UFS 4.1, offering ample space for apps, photos, and videos.

The battery capacity of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra stands at 6,000mAh, providing long-lasting power for extensive use. The device supports 90W wired charging, allowing for quick recharges, while 80W wireless charging offers a convenient alternative for users who prefer cable-free charging.

The Xiaomi 15 Ultra runs on Android 15, enhanced with Xiaomi’s HyperOS 2. This latest software version introduces improvements in system navigation, security features, and AI-driven functionalities. HyperCore enhances overall performance, while HyperAI integrates various smart tools, including AI writing assistance, text summarization, transcription, and translation capabilities. Xiaomi guarantees four generations of Android updates and six years of security patches, ensuring long-term software support for the Xiaomi 15 series.

The camera system, co-engineered with Leica, retains its quad-camera setup with significant improvements. The primary camera features a 50MP 1-inch Sony LYT-900 sensor with a 23mm lens, now using a fixed f/1.63 aperture, replacing the variable f/1.6-f/4.0 aperture from the previous model.

The mid-zoom module still incorporates the 1/2.51-inch IMX858 sensor, but now comes with a 70mm f/1.8 lens instead of the previous 75mm focal length. The ultrawide camera has been updated, transitioning from a 12mm f/1.8 lens to a 14mm f/2.2 lens, while retaining the 1/2.51-inch Samsung JN5 sensor for high-quality wide-angle shots.

The most notable improvement is in the telephoto lens, where Xiaomi introduces a 100mm f/2.6 periscope lens paired with a 200MP Samsung HP9 1/1.4-inch sensor. This marks a major advancement over the previous 120mm zoom camera, which used a smaller 1/2.51-inch sensor. For selfies, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra includes a 32MP 21mm f/2.0 front camera, delivering detailed and high-quality self-portraits.

Pricing for the Xiaomi 15 Ultra in China starts at CNY6,499 (RM3,985) for the 12GB/256GB variant. The 16GB/512GB model is priced at CNY6,999 (RM4,292), while the 16GB/1TB option costs CNY7,799 (RM4,782).

To complement its advanced camera system, Xiaomi has introduced a Photography Kit accessory, priced at CNY999 (RM612), which enhances the Ultra model’s imaging capabilities.

The Xiaomi 15 will be globally unveiled in MWC 2025 next week, while a Malaysian launch is expected to follow closely.