Xiaomi Testing New Smartphone with Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 Processor
According to reliable Weibo tipster DigitalChatStation, Xiaomi is currently in the process of testing a new smartphone that will be equipped with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor. This highly anticipated chip is expected to make its debut in the upcoming Xiaomi 15 series. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 boasts a fully self-developed architecture by Qualcomm and is said to offer significant performance improvements.
Potential Launch Date for Xiaomi 15 Series
DigitalChatStation also mentioned that there are indications pointing towards the Xiaomi 15 series entering mass production in September. Typically, Xiaomi unveils its flagship smartphones in China towards the end of the fourth quarter, suggesting a potential launch window for the Xiaomi 15 series around November or December. However, with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip expected to be released earlier than usual this year, there is a possibility that the Xiaomi 15 series might launch earlier as well.
Display Details and Features
In a previous leak, it was revealed that the standard Xiaomi 15 model will retain the 6.36-inch display size seen in the Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 14. On the other hand, the Xiaomi 15 Pro will feature a slightly curved display with 2K resolution and incredibly slim 0.6mm bezels. For comparison, the Xiaomi 14 Pro has 0.9mm bezels. The display on the Xiaomi 15 series will offer a peak brightness of 1400 nits and will incorporate a power-saving 1 to 120Hz LTPO refresh rate technology that could potentially save 15-20% of battery life.
Xiaomi 14 Series Specs for Reference
While specific details about the upcoming Xiaomi 15 series are still under wraps, we can take a look at the specifications and features of the Xiaomi 14 series to get an idea of what to expect from its successors.
The standard Xiaomi 14 is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, LPDDR5X, and UFS 4.0. It boasts a 6.36-inch 1.5K OLED flexible straight screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3000 nits. The device is powered by a 4610mAh battery that supports 90W wired charging, 50W wireless charging, and wireless reverse charging. In terms of camera capabilities, it features a 50MP Leica main camera, a 50MP Leica ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 50MP Leica 75mm floating telephoto lens.
On the other hand, the Xiaomi 14 Pro, also powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, houses a larger 4880mAh battery and features a 6.73-inch 2K AMOLED super visual sense screen with a resolution of 3200 x 1440. The Mi 14 Pro supports 120W wired charging, 50W wireless charging, and wireless reverse charging. It incorporates a Sony LYT-900 custom image sensor and a 1024-level variable aperture for advanced imaging.
With the information currently available, it is clear that Xiaomi is working on an exciting new smartphone with the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor. As we await further details and an official announcement, fans can look forward to the potential launch of the Xiaomi 15 series in the coming months.
