June 5, 2026, 12:45 pm | Read time: 3 minutes
Xiaomi is apparently preparing to unveil its next generation of smartphones. According to current information, the Xiaomi 18 series is expected to be released later this year. A market launch in China is currently anticipated for September. Additionally, there are indications that the series could be the first smartphone line equipped with Qualcomm’s new flagship processor, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6.
Display expected to grow slightly
A new leak from insider Digital Chat Station mentions further possible features of the upcoming models. Accordingly, the base model is expected to see upgrades in display and battery.
According to a report by the online magazine “Gizmochina,” the Xiaomi 18 is expected to feature a screen approximately 6.4 inches in size. A flat panel, narrow and symmetrical bezels, and rounded corners are planned. The display is expected to offer a 19.5:9 aspect ratio and operate with an effective 2K resolution.
This would place the device between compact and particularly large smartphones. However, the differences compared to the Xiaomi 17 are modest. The predecessor has a 6.3-inch display with a resolution just below 2K.
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Battery and camera in focus for the Pro model
The leak also mentions several possible innovations for the Xiaomi 18 Pro. A new display technology and improvements in camera and battery performance are reportedly planned.
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Digital Chat Station mentions a dual-camera setup with two sensors, each resolving at 200 megapixels. Additionally, Xiaomi is expected to use silicon-carbon batteries. According to the industry insider, the capacity is expected to be at least 7,000 milliampere-hours. He does not specify an exact figure. According to his information, both the standard and Pro models could be equipped with this battery technology.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max with even larger battery
At the top of the series, a Pro Max model could once again be featured. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is expected to have a 6.9-inch 2K OLED display, a more powerful version of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, and a battery with up to 8,500 mAh.
Furthermore, the Pro models could again feature an additional display on the back. This is expected to be more versatile in the future.
So far, however, these are only rumors. Which details will ultimately be confirmed will only be revealed when Xiaomi officially presents the new smartphone series and announces the technical specifications.