- By Prateek Levi
- Mon, 03 Mar 2025 11:16 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Xiaomi 15 Series Launched: Xiaomi has officially launched its flagship Xiaomi 15 Series at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona, just a week after it debuted in China. The series includes the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Xiaomi 15, both of which pack some serious performance and photography upgrades, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chip and running on Xiaomi HyperOS 2. These models will be available in India on March 11.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra: All About Photography and Performance
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a beast in terms of both design and performance. It features a massive 6.73-inch WQHD+ AMOLED display with a jaw-dropping 3200-nit peak brightness and a 3200 x 1440 resolution. The screen supports a 1-120Hz variable refresh rate, making it perfect for everything from gaming to content consumption. With HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, the visual experience is top-notch.
ALSO READ: Samsung Galaxy A56, A36, A26 5G Launched: Check Price In India, Key Features And AI Specs
However, where the Xiaomi 15 Ultra truly stands out is in the camera department. It's equipped with a Leica-tuned quad-camera system that’s been designed to cater to photography enthusiasts. The camera setup includes:
-50MP 1-inch main camera with a Sony LYT-900 sensor
-50MP ultra-wide 14mm camera
-50MP 3x floating telephoto camera with 10cm macro capability
-200MP periscope telephoto with 4.3x optical zoom
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is also the first Android smartphone to partner with ACES (Academy Color Encoding System), ensuring professional-grade color accuracy for videography. You can shoot 4K video at 120fps, and all cameras support 10-bit Log recording, ideal for creators who want top-tier quality.
Under the hood, it’s powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and has a whopping 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM. The phone comes with a 5410mAh battery, supporting 90W wired and 80W wireless charging, so you won’t have to worry about running out of power too quickly. It also comes with a cooling system to keep things running smoothly under heavy use.
The build is also impressive, featuring aerospace-grade fiberglass with either a PU leather or glass finish, and protected by Xiaomi’s Dragon Crystal Glass 2.0. The phone will be available in Chrome Silver, Black, and White. Xiaomi is also introducing a Photography Kit Legend Edition that includes a detachable shutter button, thumb rest, 67mm filter adapter ring, and a built-in 2000mAh battery for extended shooting sessions.
Xiaomi 15: Compact Yet Powerful
If you prefer something smaller, the Xiaomi 15 offers all the premium features in a more compact design. It comes with a 6.36-inch AMOLED display, which, like the Ultra model, offers an impressive 3200-nit peak brightness. With narrow 1.38mm bezels and a slim 8.1mm thickness, it’s perfect for one-handed use.
The camera system on the Xiaomi 15 includes:
-50MP main camera with Light Hunter 900 sensor
-50MP ultra-wide 14mm camera
-50MP 2.6x telephoto camera with 10cm macro capabilities
It runs on the same Snapdragon 8 Elite processor but comes with 12GB of RAM, and it has a 5240mAh battery with support for 90W wired and 50W wireless charging. The design features an aviation-grade aluminum frame, giving it a sleek and premium feel. The Xiaomi 15 will come in Black, White, Green, and a special Liquid Silver variant.
Pricing and Availability
When it comes to pricing, the Xiaomi 15 starts at €999 (approximately ₹90,683) for the 12GB+256GB variant, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra starts at €1,499 (around ₹1,36,296) for the 16GB+512GB model.
Both phones will launch in India on March 11. Xiaomi India has confirmed that the Xiaomi 15 Ultra will be available exclusively in Silver Chrome with the 16GB+512GB variant, while the Xiaomi 15 will be available in Black, White, and Green color options.
Final Thoughts
Xiaomi’s Xiaomi 15 Series is shaping up to be a real contender in the flagship market. Whether you’re after a compact yet powerful device like the Xiaomi 15 or a photography-focused powerhouse like the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, both phones offer incredible features. With Leica-tuned cameras, the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and a sleek design, these smartphones are bound to impress. If you're in India, mark your calendars for March 11 and get ready to experience the next level of smartphone technology.