HIGHLIGHTS
* Xiaomi 14 Ultra is official in China and will be globally introduced at MWC on Sunday.
* The phone features a 1-inch image sensor, quad camera system co-engineered with Leica, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, AISP neural chip, Surge T1 communication chip, Dragon Armor design, IP68 rating, satellite connectivity, and a 6.73″ AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate.
* 14 Ultra’s price in China starts at RMB 6,499 (approx Rs 74,900).
* New to the mix is Xiaomi’s custom AISP neural chip, which promises enhanced zoom and image processing through four proprietary AI models.
Xiaomi’s latest addition to its flagship lineup, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, has officially been introduced to the market, making waves with its cutting-edge technology and collaboration with Leica.
The new Xiaomi phone comes as a successor to the Xiaomi 13 Ultra.
Designed to meet the demands of tech enthusiasts and photography aficionados alike, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra can be considered a standout device, boasting an impressive array of features wrapped in a sleek design.
Launched initially in China, this smartphone will be unveiled to the global audience as well at MWC 2024 in about three days.
Here’s all you need to know about the Xiaomi 14 Ultra.
Xiaomi 14 Ultra: Pricing, Colours and Availability
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is offered in various configurations, starting at CNY 6,499 for the base model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, scaling up to CNY 7,799 for the premium 16GB + 1TB variant.
For those seeking something even more exclusive, the Titanium model, priced at CNY 8,799, offers unparalleled style and storage capacity.
Available in an array of colours including Black, White, and Blue, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra is set to go on sale on February 27th, with the Titanium model following on March 3rd.
Alongside the smartphone, Xiaomi has also introduced an 80W wireless charger and a professional photography package, enhancing the user experience with complimentary charging solutions and photography enhancements.
Smartphone | Configuration | Price |
Xiaomi 14 Ultra
|
12GB + 256GB | CNY 6,499 (approx Rs 75,000) |
16GB + 512GB | CNY 6,999 (approx Rs 80,500) |
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16GB + 1TB | CNY 7,799 (approx Rs 88,900) |
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16GB + 1TB Titanium Version |
CNY 8,799
(approx Rs 1,03,250) |
Xiaomi 14 Ultra: Top Features at a Glance
* Display: 6.73-inch QHD+ LTPO OLED, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, Dolby Vision.
* Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for top-tier performance.
* Storage Options: Up to 16GB LPDDR5x RAM and 1TB UFS 4.0 storage.
* Operating System: Android 14-based HyperOS.
* Camera Excellence: Leica optics, 50MP main camera, dual 50MP telephoto and ultrawide lenses.
* Selfie Camera: 32MP front shooter.
* Battery Life: 5,300mAh capacity with 90W wired and 80W wireless charging.
* Connectivity Suite: 5G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, NFC, USB-C
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is equipped with the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor paired with an Adreno 750 GPU for exceptional performance and efficiency.
With up to 16GB of LPDDR5× RAM and 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage, users can expect seamless multitasking b ample storage space for their media and apps.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 silicon is boosted by Xiaomi’s new Surge T1 communication chip.
The Surge T1 allegedly unlocks up to 37% faster cellular speeds in addition to gains in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.
Cooling the advanced internals is a dual vapour chamber design that also draws heat away from the quad camera setup.
Xiaomi 14 Ultra has Leica-tuned camera system aimed at delivering stunning photograpAPP results.
The device features a 50MP Sony LYT900 main camera, complemented by two 50MP Sony IMX858 telephoto zoom lenses and a 50MP ultra-wide shooter.
This setup gives rich colours and exceptional detail in every shot.
For selfies and video calls, there’s a 32MP front camera housed within the punch-hole cutout.
New to the mix is Xiaomi’s custom AISP neural chip, which promises enhanced zoom and image processing through four proprietary AI models.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra has a sleek design with a leather back panel, maintaining the premium aesthetic of its predecessor, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra.
It features a 6.73-inch QHD+ LTPO OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
Under this “Dragon Crystal” display lies an ultrasonic fingerprint reader for biometric authentication
The display has HDR10+ support, Dolby Vision, and a peak brightness of 3000 nits, ensuring an immersive viewing experience for users.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra packs a big 5,300mAh battery that supports 90W wired fast charging and 80W wireless charging.
The battery features Xiaomi’s new silicon-carbon technology that allows 17% more capacity in 8% less space compared to last year’s model.
90W wired and 80W wireless charging support lightning-quick top-ups – a 50% charge takes just 12.5 minutes plugged in.
Xiaomi 14 ultra has announced new features like satellite communication, enabling emergency communication via satellite in areas with no mobile network coverage.
Xiaomi claims 60% faster satellite locks and 29% faster connections compared to competing implementations.
The device also comes with a photography suit attachment that connects to the phone’s USB Type-C port.
This attachment packs a 1,500mAh battery and offers additional control over camera settings, including a wave wheel for adjusting modes and brightness, and a dedicated video recording shortcut button.
It’s “Year of the Dragon” at XiaomiThe 14 Ultra sports a bold new “Dragon Armor” design centred around an aluminium alloy frame dubbed “6M42” – supposedly 8% stronger than even the iPhone 15 Pro’s titanium chassis.
The back and front are covered in what Xiaomi calls “Dragon Crystal” glass, which boasts 10x improved drop resistance compared to the 13 Ultra.
An IP68 rating protects from dust and liquids.
Xiaomi 14 Ultra Accessories
Xiaomi has introduced the Xiaomi 14 Ultra camera grip, which features a dedicated camera button and connects to the Type-C port of the device.
It allows users to adjust the focus and aperture manually.
It packs a 1,500mAh battery with support for a USB Type-C port and 90W fast charging.
The camera grip is priced at CNY 999 (approx Rs 11,700).
Xiaomi has launched a satellite signal amplifier which also doubles a camera module cover and mobile phone holder.
It amplifies satellite signal by up to 129% to provide improved call quality and is priced at CNY 199 (approx Rs 2,300).
Xiaomi 14 Ultra Key Specs
GENERAL
Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
Dual Sim | Yes |
Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM |
Device Type | Smartphone |
Release Date | December 22, 2023 (Expected) |
DISPLAY
Type | Color AMOLED Dot Display (1B Colors) |
Touch | Yes |
Size | 6.67 inches, 1440 x 3200 pixels, 144 Hz |
Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
PPI | ~ 515 PPI |
Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 91.4% |
Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
Features | HDR10+, AI display Supports, Sunlight Display 3.0, Display Mate A+, Reading Mmode 3.0, 360° Ambient Light Sensors 2.0, Curved Display |
Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
MEMORY
RAM | 12 GB |
Storage | 256 GB |
Storage Type | UFS 4.0 |
Card Slot | No |
CONNECTIVITY
GPRS | Yes |
EDGE | Yes |
3G | Yes |
4G | Yes |
5G | Yes |
VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
Vo5G | Yes |
Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
IR Blaster | Yes |
EXTRA
GPS | Yes, with tri-band A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, NavIC Support |
Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display |
Face Unlock | Yes |
Sensors | Proximity, Ambient Light Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Electric Compass, Hall Sensor, X-axis Linear Motor, Grip Sensor, Barometer, Rear Light Sensor, Flicker Sensor, Multi-dot Laser Focus Sensor |
3.5mm Headphone Jack | No |
Extra | NFC |
Water Resistance | Yes, 1.5 m upto 30 min |
IP Rating | IP68 |
Dust Resistant | Yes |
CAMERA
Rear Camera | 50 MP 50 MP 50 MP (periscope) 50 MP with autofocus |
Features | HDR, Night Mode 2.0, Ultra Night Photos, Portrait, AI Beauty, AI Smart Slimming, Custom Watermark, |
Video Recording | 8K, 4K, 1080p, 720p |
Flash | Yes, Dual LED |
Front Camera | Punch Hole 32 MP f/2.2 (Wide Angle) with Autofocus and Screen Flash |
Front Video Recording | 1080p, 720p |
TECHNICAL
OS | Android v14 |
Custom UI | MIUI 14 |
Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3 |
CPU | Octa Core Processor |
GPU | Adreno GPU |
IP Rating | IP68 |
Java | No |
Browser | Yes |
MULTIMEDIA
Yes | |
Music | MP3, FLAC, APE, AAC, OGG, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB |
Video | MP4, MKV, AVI, WMV, WEBM, 3GP, ASF playback |
FM Radio | No |
Document Reader | Yes |
BATTERY
Type | Non-Removable Battery |
Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
Fast Charging | Yes, 120W Fast Charging |
Wireless Charging | Yes, 55W |
Reverse Charging | Yes, 15W |
Faqs
What is Xiaomi 14 Ultra price ?
Available in black, blue, and white colourways, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra starts at CNY 6,499 (roughly Rs. 74,800) for the 12GB + 256GB option, while the 16GB + 512GB and 16GB + 1TB variants are priced at CNY 6,999 (roughly Rs. 80,600) and CNY 7,799 (roughly Rs. 89,800), respectively.
What is the price of Titanium Special Edition ?
There’s also a Titanium Special Edition ?variant of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra listed at CNY 8,799 (roughly Rs. 1,01,300) for the 16GB + 1TB configuration.
How is the camera of Xiaomi 14 Ultra ?
Xiaomi 14 Ultra is equipped with a quad rear camera unit placed within a centred, large, slightly raised, circular module. It is led by a 1-inch 50-megapixel Sony LYT900 primary sensor with optical image stabilisation (OIS), alongside two 50-megapixel Sony IMX858 sensors – one with 3.2x optical and another with 5x optical zoom, with 75mm and 120mm focal length, respectively.
Meanwhile, the fourth 50-megapixel sensor is paired with an ultra-wide-angle lens. The front camera houses a 32-megapixel sensor.
How is the battery & charging of Xiaomi 14 Ultra ?
A 5,300mAh battery with support for 90W, 80W wireless and 10W reverse wireless charging backs the Xiaomi 14 Ultra.
What is the weight & dimension of Xiaomi 14 Ultra ?
Weighing about 224.4g, the black and white Xiaomi 14 Ultra measures 161.4mm x 75.3mm x 9.2mm in size.
The blue and titanium options of the model share similar dimensions but weigh 229.5g and 229.6g, respectively.
Also Read: Xiaomi 14 Ultra Set for Debut in China on 22nd February; Globally Launch to Take Place at MWC 2024