Xiaomi is anticipated to unveil the Xiaomi 15 series around mid-October. As of today, all models of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra (review) have received a price reduction of 500 Yuan, which is approximately $68. With this discount, the series now starts from 5,999 Yuan (~$825). The revised pricing details are listed below:
| Configuration | Price before July 5 | Discounted price |
|---|---|---|
| 12GB+256GB | 6,499 Yuan | 5,999 Yuan |
| 16GB+512GB | 6,999 Yuan | 6,499 Yuan |
| 16GB+1TB | 7,299 Yuan | 7,799 Yuan |
| 16GB+1TB titanium | 8,799 Yuan | 8,299 Yuan |
A Camera-Focused Flagship From Earlier This Year
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, complemented by LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. It features a USB 3.2 Gen 2 port that supports 10Gbps data transfer and 4K DisplayPort output.
However, the standout feature of this device is its camera. The Xiaomi 14 Ultra boasts a quad-rear camera setup, each with a 50MP resolution. The primary sensor is the 1″ Sony IMX989 with a variable aperture of f/1.6-f/4.0. The camera array includes two telephoto lenses: a 75mm (3.2x) and a 120mm (5x). Additionally, it features an ultrawide lens with a 12mm focal length. The camera system is branded by Leica and uses Leica Summilux lenses. It also incorporates the third-generation Leica color science and Xiaomi Image Brain 3.0, supporting advanced features like UltraHDR, UltraRAW, and UltraZoom beta.
Display and Battery
On the front, the phone features a 6.73″ LTPO AMOLED display with a resolution of 1440 x 3200 pixels (~522 ppi density). It achieves a typical brightness of 1000 nits and can peak at 3000 nits, ensuring a great visual experience even in bright outdoor settings.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is equipped with a 5,300 mAh battery that supports 90W wired and 80W wireless fast charging. Dedicated chips are integrated to enhance charging speed and efficiency.
Design and Build Quality
In terms of design, the phone has flat sides made of either titanium or aluminum. Both the display and back panel have slight curves on the sides. Users can choose between a glass or eco-leather back panel, with the phone weighing 219.8 / 224.4 / 229.5 grams depending on the material. This makes it lighter than the 232g Galaxy S24 Ultra.
