Xiaomi has officially lifted the curtain on its latest flagship duo, the Xiaomi 15 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. While the Xiaomi 15 is designed for users seeking flagship-grade performance at a competitive price, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is built for those who demand one of the most sophisticated smartphone camera systems available today. Let’s dive into what these devices bring to the table.
Xiaomi 15 Series – Specs & Features
At the heart of both models lies Qualcomm’s powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, but the real distinction comes down to size and display technology. The Xiaomi 15 sports a 6.36-inch 1.5K 120Hz AMOLED display, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra steps up with a larger 6.73-inch 2K 120Hz AMOLED panel, reinforced by Ceramic Glass 2.0 for enhanced durability.
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Running on HyperOS 2 out of the box, both devices boast IP68 dust and water resistance, ensuring top-tier durability. Camera performance is another key differentiator. The Xiaomi 15 features a triple-camera system, comprising a 50MP primary sensor, 50MP ultrawide lens, and 50MP telephoto shooter.
Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra takes imaging to the next level with a quad-camera setup, including a 50MP primary sensor, 50MP ultrawide lens, 50MP telephoto shooter, and an industry-leading 200MP periscope lens, all fine-tuned by Leica for professional-grade photography.
AI plays a significant role in both devices, with features such as AI Dynamic Wallpapers, AI Search, AI Gesture Reactions, AI Art, AI Subtitles, AI Writing, and AI Speech Recognition, offering a seamless and intelligent user experience.
On the battery front, the Xiaomi 15 houses a 5,240mAh battery with 90W wired and 50W wireless charging. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra ups the ante slightly with a 5,410mAh battery, supporting 90W wired and 80W wireless charging, ensuring quick top-ups and all-day power.
Xiaomi 15 Series – Pricing & Launch Offers
The Xiaomi 15 is priced at ₹64,999, with sales beginning on April 2. However, customers who pre-order on March 19 will receive a complimentary Xiaomi Care Plan worth ₹5,999 along with an instant ₹5,000 cashback for ICICI Bank cardholders.
For those seeking the ultimate flagship experience, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is available at ₹1,09,999. Pre-orders come with an exciting bonus, the Photography Kit Legend Edition at no extra cost, plus an ₹10,000 cashback for ICICI Bank customers.
With top-tier hardware, advanced AI capabilities, and Leica-engineered cameras, Xiaomi’s latest flagships set a new benchmark in the smartphone arena. Whether you’re looking for a compact powerhouse or a camera-centric marvel, the Xiaomi 15 series has something for every premium smartphone enthusiast.
