Highlights
- Xiaomi 15 Ultra will launch globally on March 2 featuring a redesigned circular camera module.
- Leaked images reveal it will be available in black, white and dual-tone black-and-white variants.
- Expected features – 6.73-inch AMOLED display, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, up to 16GB RAM, 1TB storage, IP68 rating, 50MP primary, ultra-wide, telephoto lenses and a 200MP periscope telephoto camera.
- The phone will start at €1,499 (approx $1,573 or INR 1,36,472) in Europe.
Xiaomi has officially confirmed that its next flagship camera phone the Xiaomi 15 Ultra will launch globally on March 2, 2025, during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. Here’s what we know about the device so far based on recent press images leaked.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra – Leaked Press Images Redesigned Camera Module
While leaks have already revealed some details, new press images have surfaced showing the phone in black, white and a dual-tone black-and-white colour variant.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra colour variants. (Image credit – Gizmochina)
The biggest design change visible in the recently leaked images is in the rear camera module. Unlike the rectangular layout of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra features a redesigned circular camera module. The phone sports a 6.73-inch AMOLED display with a 3200 x 1440 resolution, Xiaomi Shield Glass 2.0 protection, and an adaptive 1–120Hz refresh rate.
Under the hood, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra will pack Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset with configurations offering up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. It also comes with an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.
The camera setup includes:
- 50MP primary sensor (1-inch-type Sony LYT-900 sensor)
- 50MP ultra-wide lens
- 50MP telephoto lens
- 200MP periscope telephoto camera with 4.3x optical zoom
- 32MP front camera for selfies
CEO Lei Jun has already teased some sample images, highlighting the Ultra’s night photography capabilities.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra – Battery Variants for Global and Chinese Models
There’s some confusion regarding the battery capacity. According to tipster Panda is Bald, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra could feature a 6,000mAh battery with 90W wired and 80W wireless charging.
However, another leak suggests that the global version will come with a 5,410mAh battery, similar to previous Ultra models, while the 6,000mAh battery could be exclusive to the Chinese variant.
For reference, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra’s Chinese and global models had almost identical specs except for battery size. Xiaomi seems to be following the same strategy this time as well.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra – Expected Pricing and Availability
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is rumoured to start at €1,499 (approx $1,573 or INR 1,36,472) in Europe matching the Xiaomi 14 Ultra’s launch price.
The phone will first launch in China on February 22, followed by a global debut on March 2.
FAQs
Q1. When will the Xiaomi 15 Ultra launch globally?
Answer. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra will launch globally on March 2, 2025, during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona.
Q2. What are the colour variants available for the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
Answer. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra will be available in black, white and a dual-tone black-and-white colour variant.
Q3. What display specifications does the Xiaomi 15 Ultra have?
Answer. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra features a 6.73-inch AMOLED display with a 3200 x 1440 resolution, Xiaomi Shield Glass 2.0 protection and an adaptive 1–120Hz refresh rate.
Q4. What are the key camera features of the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
Answer. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra’s camera setup includes a 50MP primary sensor (1-inch-type Sony LYT-900 sensor), 50MP ultra-wide lens, 50MP telephoto lens, 200MP periscope telephoto camera with 4.3x optical zoom and a 32MP front camera for selfies.
Q5. What are the expected battery capacities for the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
Answer. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra could feature a 6,000mAh battery with 90W wired and 80W wireless charging for the Chinese version, while the global version might come with a 5,410mAh battery.
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