Xiaomi has introduced its 2024 flagship models, the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro, becoming the first to incorporate Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. Now available for pre-order in China, both models will officially go on sale starting October 31.
While the Xiaomi 15 is positioned as a compact flagship, the Xiaomi 15 Pro raises the bar with more premium hardware, as we’ll cover here. For details on the Xiaomi 15, check out our earlier coverage.
Design and key specifications
The Xiaomi 15 Pro arrives in three color options—Spruce Green, Rock Gray, and White—with an elegant, sleek design that stands out.
Weighing about 213g and measuring 8.35mm thick, the device sports a chin width of just 1.95mm, creating an immersive experience on its 6.73-inch OLED display.
Developed with M9 luminescent materials, this new display panel protected with the quad-curved screen promises vivid visuals with a 2K (3200×1440) resolution, 1-120Hz LTPO adaptive refresh rate, and up to 3200nits peak brightness. Additionally, Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 2.0 enhances durability, making it 25-30% more resistant to drops.
Unmatched performance with Snapdragon 8 Elite
The Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset powers the Xiaomi 15 Pro, offering PC-level performance with an innovative “all-big-core” CPU design. This chip not only outpaces its predecessor in power efficiency but also excels in thermal management, essential for intensive tasks like gaming and multitasking. With LPDDR5X memory and UFS 4.0 storage, the Xiaomi 15 Pro ensures smooth performance and high-speed data access.
Enhanced by Xiaomi’s proprietary HyperCore architecture and microarchitecture scheduler, the device reduces app start times by nearly half.
The Xiaomi 15 Pro houses a 6100mAh battery using high-voltage lithium cobalt oxide for optimal energy density. It offers 90W wired and 50W wireless charging supported by Xiaomi’s Surge P3 fast-charging chip and Surge G1 battery management technology. A wing-shaped ring cold pump system efficiently disperses heat, covering an area of 4053mm² for extended battery life and seamless performance under heavy loads.
Advanced camera system with Leica collaboration
Xiaomi has collaborated with Leica to create a cutting-edge camera setup for the 15 Pro. The rear triple camera includes a 50MP main sensor, 50MP ultra-wide lens, and 50MP 5X periscope telephoto lens, delivering 10X lossless zoom and 8K video recording. The Xiaomi AISP 2.0 platform optimizes computational photography, while UltraZOOM-20X and a unique ALD coating ensure pristine image quality across conditions.
Equipped with Xiaomi’s self-developed T1S signal enhancement chip, the Xiaomi 15 Pro offers 3.5km two-way networkless communication. This feature, combined with an intelligent AI-driven antenna system, allows seamless connectivity across over 200 countries.
Pricing and availability
The Xiaomi 15 Pro is available for pre-order in China at the following prices:
- 12GB+256GB: 5,299 yuan (~$742)
- 16GB+512GB: 5,799 yuan (~$812)
- 16GB+1TB: 6,499 yuan (~$910)
- 16GB+1TB Bright Silver: 6,699 yuan (~$938)
