The Xiaomi 16 will likely be the first smartphone to feature the new Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 processor, a 6,800mAh battery, 100W fast charging, and a periscope camera – all in a slim body. The device is expected to launch in September 2025 in the Chinese market.
Xiaomi 16 series is not just an upgrade, it is a prediction of a revolution – with Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chip, stunning LTPO OLED displays, periscope cameras and surprisingly large batteries in extremely thin cases. And yes, all three models – Xiaomi 16, 16 Pro and 16 Ultra – want to send a clear message to the competition: A true flagship is no longer exclusive Apple or SamsungCome back in September 2025?!
Visual poetry: screens that dilate your pupils
Xiaomi is clearly aiming for the throne of visual excellence. Base model Xiaomi 16 will have approximately 6.39-inch LTPO OLED display with 2K resolution and 120 Hz With ultra-thin bezels and advanced eye-protection features, it is already being touted as the “most beautiful little screen” on the market.
Models Xiaomi 16 Pro and Ultra and they will be a real feast for the eyes with 6.85-inch LTPO OLED displays with a completely flat surface and symmetrically thin edges – thinner than the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro (1.44mm on the side, 1.41mm top/bottom). Finally, we say goodbye to rounded edges and hello to solidity and usability.
Power in the gut: Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 and a gigantic battery
All models are powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, a 3nm chip with a focus on AI, energy efficiency and performance. The Pro version is said to have a basic configuration with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB storage, which makes it one of the most powerful phones of the year.
But this is where the story just begins – he was supposed to be 16 battery with a capacity of at least 6,270 mAh, which is the most among phones of this size (compare: OnePlus 13T with 6,260 mAh and 6.32″ screen). Combined with 100W wired charging that means: from 0 to “wow” in less than half an hour.
Cameras: Periscope Democracy
The photographic system will be impressive even in the basic model, with 50 MP main camera and periscope telephoto lens – previously exclusive to Pro and Ultra models. This means better zoom and better photography even for those who don't go all in.
Xiaomi 16 Pro should receive a brand new one Sony Lytia periscope camera, while it will 16 Ultra went one step further – with probably 200 MP periscope camera for extreme zoom and detail.
Software and design
The entire series will run on HyperOS 3.0, based on the upcoming Android 16, which Google plans to release in June 2025. Xiaomi promises a smooth user experience, integration of AI features, and better system optimization.
In terms of design, all devices are focused on thinness – despite the huge batteries. Combination flat screens, ultra-thin edges and minimalist elegance means the Xiaomi 16 will look like a phone from the future... except it's coming in September.
Expected release dates
- Xiaomi 16 and Xiaomi 16 Pro: expected to be launched in China in September 2025A global version of the base model is expected to follow in early March 2026, probably at the event MWC 2026 in Barcelona.
- Xiaomi 16 Ultra: to be presented in first half of 2026, which means the top model will be available a little later.
What about the market?
Although it will 16 Dec maybe exclusive to the Chinese market, it is said to be Xiaomi 16 in Ultra Available globally. Users outside of China may have to resort to imports unless Xiaomi changes its strategy.
Conclusion
The Xiaomi 16 series shows that the company doesn't just follow trends, it sets them. With powerful chips, displays that outshine the competition, and cameras that will satisfy even photography perfectionists, this is one of the most anticipated series of 2025.
If you're not excited yet, then you haven't read carefully enough.
