Emir BardakçıRecently, some early engineering shots of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra appeared online, showing an unexpected purple glossy glass back and a round camera module. This is a pretty different prototype design compared to the presently selling Xiaomi 14 Ultra that comes in color options like white, black, dragon crystal blue, and a special titanium edition.
Main Specifications of Xiaomi 14 Ultra
Some of the most advanced hardware on the market has been equipped in Xiaomi 14 Ultra, including the following:
- Processor: Third-generation Snapdragon 8 chipset.
- Memory and Storage: The device pairs with the presence of LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage.
- Battery and Charging: House a massive 5300mAh battery with support for 90W wired and 80W wireless charging. It will feature Xiaomi’s Surge P2 smart fast-charging chip and Surge G1 battery management chip.
- Display: It carries a 6.73″ OLED micro-curved screen, using a C8 emitter material from Huaxing Optoelectronics with a resolution of 3200×1440.
Camera System
For photography, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra boasts a Leica-powered “All-Star” quad-camera system with:
- Primary Camera: Sony LYT-900 sensor of 50MP with OIS and one-inch size with variable aperture 1024 levels from f/1.63 to f/4.0, added with an ALD ultra-low-reflection coating for higher clarity and versatility.
- The ultra-wide-angle and telephoto cameras have additional lenses for enhanced image quality; the Sony IMX858 sensor is utilized.
Design Highlights
As seen in the leaks, the purple glossy glass back and the circular camera module are a fresh design aesthetic for flagship Xiaomi series. Should Xiaomi ever launch this variant, they will cater to a class of consumers who look for something different from the usual color variants. The feature set of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra means this is a very competitive flagship, particularly in terms of powerful hardware, fast charging, and a Leica-enhanced camera system. Of course, Xiaomi continues to refine its flagships, and this very early prototype suggests it is considering fresh design choices to reach an expanded audience.
