Xiaomi, the Chinese smartphone maker, introduced its flagship Xiaomi 14 series on Thursday in China. During the Chinese launch event, Xiaomi unveiled two models: the Xiaomi 14 and the Xiaomi 14 Pro, both featuring the recently announced Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset and its new operating system called HyperOS.
Xiaomi 14 CPU, RAM, and Storage details
Under the hood, the Xiaomi 14 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, marking it as the first smartphone globally to feature this new flagship processor from Qualcomm. The devices come in configurations offering 12 GB or 16 GB of RAM, with storage options ranging from 256GB to a massive 1TB. The base model boasts a 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage configuration, while the rest of the series comes equipped with 16 GB of RAM.
Xiaomi 14 Series Cameras -Once again teams up with Leica
Xiaomi maintains its partnership with the esteemed German optics company Leica, with the Xiaomi 14 series featuring camera lenses crafted by Leica. The primary sensor of the Xiaomi 14 is a 50MP (Light Hunter 900)sensor with large 1/1.31-inch sensor size, f/1.6 aperture, and optical image stabilization (OIS). This primary camera is complemented by a 50MP ultra-wide-angle JN1 and a 50MP 3.2x telephoto JN1, also equipped with OIS. The front camera doesn’t disappoint either in terms of megapixel count as its a 32MP Omnivision sensor for selfies.
Xiaomi 14 Pro Display
Display-wise, the Xiaomi 14 Pro offers a 6.36-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with a remarkable brightness of 3,000 nits, surpassing rivals like the iPhone 15 and Galaxy S23. The screen, in line with premium smartphone standards, incorporates AMOLED technology and a 1 to 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate, 1920Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, and HDR 10+ for a seamless user experience.
Xiaomi 14 Pro Battery and Charging
In terms of battery performance, the Xiaomi 14 is equipped with a 4,610mAh battery and supports fast wired charging of up to 90W, ensuring swift power replenishment. Wireless charging is also an option, with a 50W capacity. Additionally, the device boasts an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.
Xiaomi 14 Software – HyperOS
HyperOS, Xiaomi’s innovative new operating system, is set to replace MIUI on compatible devices gradually, with MIUI continuing to be supported on older models. The Xiaomi 14 series will be among the first to feature HyperOS right out of the box, promising a fresh and dynamic user experience. However, Xiaomi has not yet disclosed when other devices in its lineup will make the transition from MIUI to the new operating system.
Xiaomi 14 Price
The Xiaomi 14 is competitively priced, with the base model featuring 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage starting at ¥3,999 (approximately ₹45,900). Users seeking higher configurations can opt for the top-tier model, which offers 16GB of RAM and a massive 1TB of storage, priced at ¥4,999 (approximately ₹57,300).
When Will Xiaomi 14 launch in India?
While the initial launch is set in motion, the global release of these smartphones is expected to take place next year, following Xiaomi’s historical pattern of rolling out devices in international markets.
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