Emir BardakçıFollowing a design leak from well-known blogger DCS, the next flagship device from Xiaomi, expected to be the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, has started making much noise in the tech domain. According to the latest report, an engineering model phone for the Snapdragon 8 Elite “Super Cup”, probably Xiaomi 15 Ultra, will introduce innovative aesthetics and come up with top-tier upgrades of hardware.
Now, let us plunge into getting the gist of the designs and some of the probable features of this highly anticipated smartphone.
Design and Color Variants
The leaked engineering models show a number of striking design choices:
- White and a unique Black + Red scheme. Black and red-The back cover of the fiberglass features a red DECO ring around the camera, which bears a “camera-like” appearance.
- Another variant: vertical two-tone design- 1/5 white + 4/5 green, balancing aesthetic needs with moderate thickness and weight.
- The dual variant houses fiberglass back covers, making them lightweight and robust.
Display and Screen Technology
It is also reported that the Xiaomi 15 Ultra will sport a 2K deep quad-curved display, continuing the “Super Cup” standard. Key details include:
- A proprietary domestic substrate screen, which may hold a candle to Samsung’s AMOLED panels. Some of the engineering models also use Samsung displays, showing flexibility in display suppliers.
Performance and Hardware
This flagship runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset for unparalleled performance. Other highlights include:
- Get up to 90W wired charging and 50W wireless for swift, convenient power-ups.
- Advanced video recording, supporting up to multi-focal length 4K 120FPS.
- A periscope camera sensor of up to 200MP is capable of pushing the limit for telephoto photography.
- Retains a refined haptic feedback system like its predecessor.
Comparisons to Xiaomi 14 Ultra
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra, launched in February 2024, had set a very high bar with its heavy focus on photography and performance. However, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is very likely to raise this bar with even more advanced hardware and refined design, especially regarding the 200MP periscope lens and enhanced video recording capabilities.
Release Date
While Xiaomi hasn’t given a release date, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is expected to be a sequel to the Xiaomi 15 series and may be introduced at the start of the following year. With leaks and reports mounting, enthusiasts and onlookers are anxious for an update. Watch for further news and updates about the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and its official launch
