Tag: Dimensity 8500 Ultra

  • Xiaomi Smartphone Launching June 2026 International Release Confirmed

    Xiaomi Smartphone Launching June 2026 International Release Confirmed

    Key Takeaway

    – Redmi Turbo 5 launches in India on June 16.
    – Key specs: Dimensity 8500 Ultra, 7,560 mAh battery, 100W charging, 6.59-inch 120Hz AMOLED.
    – Cameras: 50MP main, 20MP ultrawide, 20MP front.
    – Redmi Turbo 5 and Poco X8 Pro are the same device.
    – Pre-launch fan events in Gurgaon (June 10) and Lucknow (June 13).


    Next Big Launch From Xiaomi

    The launch of Xiaomi’s next sub-flagship phone is almost upon us. To recap, the company teased the international release of the Redmi Turbo 5 in mid-May. While Xiaomi is remaining quiet about specifics for now, Amazon India has revealed the device’s launch date ahead of time.

    Confirmed Date and Rumored Specs

    As the image below shows, the Redmi Turbo 5 will reach India on June 16. Currently, the device is expected to arrive across India featuring a Dimensity 8500 Ultra chipset and a 7,560 mAh battery that supports 100 W wired charging. A 6.59-inch AMOLED display should be present too, which outputs at 2,756 x 1,268 pixels with 3,500 nits peak brightness and a 120 Hz refresh rate.

    Also, the Redmi Turbo 5 is anticipated to debut with 50 MP primary, 20 MP ultra-wide-angle and 20 MP front-facing cameras. Ultimately, the Redmi Turbo 5 and Poco X8 Pro are one and the same device. Please see our recent review for our thoughts on Xiaomi’s latest sub-flagship phone.

    Pre-Launch Events Coming Up

    In the meantime, Xiaomi has confirmed that it will showcase the Redmi Turbo 5 in Gurgaon on June 10 before reaching Lucknow on June 13. One can sign up to Xiaomi’s Gurgaon and Lucknow Fan Meets via the appropriate hyperlinks. Xiaomi has not confirmed pricing information yet, though.

    • Launch Date: June 16 in India
    • Chipset: Dimensity 8500 Ultra
    • Battery: 7,560 mAh with 100W wired charging
    • Display: 6.59-inch AMOLED, 2,756 x 1,268 pixels, 3,500 nits peak brightness, 120 Hz
    • Cameras: 50 MP primary, 20 MP ultra-wide, 20 MP front-facing
    • Fan Meets: Gurgaon on June 10, Lucknow on June 13


  • Xiaomi launches premium smartphone with 5x periscope camera and 6500 mAh battery

    Xiaomi launches premium smartphone with 5x periscope camera and 6500 mAh battery

    Key Takeaway

    – 6.59-inch 120 Hz AMOLED display with 3,500 nits peak brightness, HDR10+/Dolby Vision, and Low Blue Light certification, plus IP68 rating.
    – Dimensity 8500 Ultra chipset, 12 GB RAM, up to 512 GB storage, and a 6,500 mAh battery with 67 W wired and 22.5 W reverse charging (no wireless charging).
    – Triple rear cameras: 50 MP main (OIS) + 50 MP tele (5x optical zoom) + 12 MP ultrawide; 32 MP front camera; in-display fingerprint sensor and 3D IceLoop system.
    – Four-year major Android updates and six years of security patches through 2032; available in Opal White, Blue, Black, and Violet.


    Overview and launch

    Xiaomi has now officially unveiled the Xiaomi 17T smartphone globally. The device comes as a direct successor to last year’s Xiaomi 15T smartphone, bringing significant upgrades in terms of battery, processor, and display. The company also launched the Xiaomi 17T Pro variant and you can read about it here. This time around, Xiaomi has slashed the screen size of the smartphone. The device now features a 6.59-inch AMOLED display that resolves at a 2756 x 1268-pixel resolution. For context, the Xiaomi 15T (curr. at $547.50 on Amazon) comes in at a 6.83-inch display size, which is quite large.

    Display and performance

    The screen supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz, a peak brightness of 3,500 nits, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision for a better visual experience. On top of this, the screen comes with TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification. Speaking of powered things, the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra chipset powers the Xiaomi 17T. It packs 12 GB of RAM and up to 512 GB of internal storage.

    Battery, charging and cameras

    Furthermore, the smartphone boasts a 6,500 mAh silicon-carbon battery, a step up from the 5,500 mAh battery of the Xiaomi 15T. It supports 67 W wired and 22.5 W reverse wired charging. Unlike its Pro sibling, it lacks wireless charging support. For lenses, you get a triple rear camera setup, consisting of a 50 MP OIS-enabled Light Fusion 800 sensor, a 50 MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom, and a 12 MP ultrawide shooter. There’s a 32 MP snapper at the front for selfies and video chats.

    Build, features and updates

    Other features include an in-display fingerprint sensor, dual stereo speakers, the Xiaomi 3D IceLoop system, and an IP68 water and dust resistance rating. The company has promised four years of major Android updates (Android 17, 18, 19, and 20) and six years of security patch updates until 2032 for the Xiaomi 17T.

    Pricing and availability

    Buyers can now purchase the smartphone in four different colorways, namely, opal white, blue, black, and violet. The Xiaomi 17T starts at €749.99 for the base 12 GB + 256 GB model and the top-end 12 GB + 512 GB model is priced at €799.90. The Xiaomi 17T series is now available for purchase via Xiaomi’s official website.


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    • Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max Early Benchmarks and Global Launch Date

      Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max Early Benchmarks and Global Launch Date

      Key Takeaways

      1. Xiaomi is set to launch two new Poco X Pro models, including the Poco X8 Pro Max, on March 17.
      2. The Poco X8 Pro Max will feature MediaTek’s Dimensity 8500 Ultra and 9500s chipsets, with 12 GB of RAM as the only option.
      3. The starting price for the Poco X8 Pro Max is expected to be €529 (around $610) for the 256 GB storage variant.
      4. Benchmarks show the Poco X8 Pro Max has a single-core score of 2,673, outperforming previous flagships but falling short compared to the OnePlus 15R.
      5. Multi-core performance averages 8,471, indicating the Poco X8 Pro Max lags behind devices using Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and Dimensity 9500 chipsets.


      Xiaomi’s new Poco X series smartphone has appeared on Geekbench ahead of its release. The company announced on March 4 that it would soon launch two new Poco X Pro models worldwide. At that time, Xiaomi disclosed that these smartphones would utilize MediaTek’s Dimensity 8500 Ultra and Dimensity 9500s chipsets.

      Performance Insights

      The latter version, known as 2602BPC18G, has shown up in various initial benchmarks. This model number has been associated with the retail name “Poco X8 Pro Max.” The listings indicate that Xiaomi intends to offer the Poco X8 Pro Max with 12 GB of RAM. According to other leaks, this will be the sole RAM option available for the Poco X8 Pro Max.

      Pricing and Storage Options

      The Poco X8 Pro Max is expected to start at €529 (around $610) for the 256 GB storage variant, with an additional €50 (about $60) increase for double the storage. The benchmarks also shed light on the potential performance of this device.

      Based on the results, single-core averages of 2,673 position the Poco X8 Pro Max ahead of earlier flagships powered by Dimensity 9400 and Dimensity 9400 Plus. However, it still falls over 10% short when compared to the OnePlus 15R, which is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (currently priced at $699 on Amazon). In terms of multi-core performance, averages of 8,471 show that the Poco X8 Pro Max lags behind devices powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and Dimensity 9500 that we’ve tested so far. Xiaomi is anticipated to globally unveil the Poco X8 Pro Max on March 17.

      Geekbench via ZionsAnvin, SmartPrix.

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