The unveiling of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, a highly anticipated smartphone, is set to occur in China on February 22 before its global debut at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.
Unequivocally, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra is drawing attention with previous leaks hinting at advancements in camera technology, a critical aspect for users prioritisng photography in their mobile device selection.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra, unlike the Xiaomi 14 Pro, will launch in global markets after being announced in China.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is rumoured to feature a primary camera equipped with the 50MP Sony LYT-900 sensor.
This sensor is notably large, positioned as the successor to the Sony IMX989, known for its popularity and performance in previous high-end devices.
The Sony LYT-900 sensor’s introduction reflects Xiaomi’s commitment to maintaining high standards in mobile photography.
The device is also expected to introduce a variable aperture ranging from f/1.63 to f/4.0, mirroring its predecessor’s capabilities and enhancing photo quality under varying light conditions.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra may include two telephoto lenses: a 50MP IMX858 sensor for a 3.2x optical zoom with an f/1.8 aperture and a similar sensor for a 5x optical zoom periscope lens, offering an f/2.5 aperture.
Additionally, an ultra-wide lens featuring a 50MP Sony IMX858 sensor with macro photography capabilities and an f/1.8 aperture is also being anticipated, continuing the trend of versatile photography options.
The OPPO Find X7 Ultra is also known for its exceptional camera capabilities and presents a formidable comparison.
It boasts a similar primary camera setup but differentiates itself with a unique dual periscope zoom system.
It stands to reason that the Xiaomi 14 Ultra finds itself in contention with the Find X7 Ultra.
Apart from that it raises intriguing questions about how these devices will perform against each other, especially considering the Oppo Find X7 Ultra’s collaboration with Hasselblad and the Xiaomi 14 Ultra’s partnership with Leica.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra’s potential optical hardware when juxtaposed with those of the Oppo Find X7 Ultra, reveals differences in sensor sizes, apertures, and optical zoom capabilities.
Notably, the Oppo Find X7 Ultra’s larger sensor size for its 3x optical zoom lens and the brighter aperture of Xiaomi’s secondary zoom lens suggest varied strengths in capturing detailed and well-exposed photographs.
In any case, we should have a better sense of what to expect once the device officially makes its way to global markets at MWC.
Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
Dual Sim | Yes |
Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM |
Device Type | Smartphone |
Release Date | December 22, 2023 (Expected) |
Type | Color AMOLED Dot Display (1B Colors) |
Touch | Yes |
Size | 6.67 inches, 1440 x 3200 pixels, 144 Hz |
Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
PPI | ~ 515 PPI |
Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 91.4% |
Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
Features | HDR10+, AI display Supports, Sunlight Display 3.0, Display Mate A+, Reading Mmode 3.0, 360° Ambient Light Sensors 2.0, Curved Display |
Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
RAM | 12 GB |
Storage | 256 GB |
Storage Type | UFS 4.0 |
Card Slot | No |
GPRS | Yes |
EDGE | Yes |
3G | Yes |
4G | Yes |
5G | Yes |
VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
Vo5G | Yes |
Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
IR Blaster | Yes |
GPS | Yes, with tri-band A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, NavIC Support |
Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display |
Face Unlock | Yes |
Sensors | Proximity, Ambient Light Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Electric Compass, Hall Sensor, X-axis Linear Motor, Grip Sensor, Barometer, Rear Light Sensor, Flicker Sensor, Multi-dot Laser Focus Sensor |
3.5mm Headphone Jack | No |
Extra | NFC |
Water Resistance | Yes, 1.5 m upto 30 min |
IP Rating | IP68 |
Dust Resistant | Yes |
Rear Camera | 50 MP 50 MP 50 MP (periscope) 50 MP with autofocus |
Features | HDR, Night Mode 2.0, Ultra Night Photos, Portrait, AI Beauty, AI Smart Slimming, Custom Watermark, |
Video Recording | 8K, 4K, 1080p, 720p |
Flash | Yes, Dual LED |
Front Camera | Punch Hole 32 MP f/2.2 (Wide Angle) with Autofocus and Screen Flash |
Front Video Recording | 1080p, 720p |
OS | Android v14 |
Custom UI | MIUI 14 |
Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3 |
CPU | Octa Core Processor |
GPU | Adreno GPU |
IP Rating | IP68 |
Java | No |
Browser | Yes |
Yes | |
Music | MP3, FLAC, APE, AAC, OGG, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB |
Video | MP4, MKV, AVI, WMV, WEBM, 3GP, ASF playback |
FM Radio | No |
Document Reader | Yes |
Type | Non-Removable Battery |
Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
Fast Charging | Yes, 120W Fast Charging |
Wireless Charging | Yes, 55W |
Reverse Charging | Yes, 15W |
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is rumoured to include a 50MP Sony LYT-900 sensor for its primary camera, marking a significant advancement in mobile photography with its large sensor size and variable aperture capabilities.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is scheduled for unveiling in China on February 22, followed by a global launch at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona at the end of February.
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra and Oppo Find X7 Ultra are both recognized for their camera capabilities, with the Xiaomi model expected to offer competitive features like a large sensor size and dual telephoto lenses, contrasting with Oppo’s dual periscope zoom system.
It is anticipated to include a 50MP IMX858 sensor for both a 3.2x optical zoom with an f/1.8 aperture and a 5x optical zoom periscope lens with an f/2.5 aperture.
Yes, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra is expected to inherit a 50MP ultra-wide lens with macro photography capabilities, likely utilizing a Sony IMX858 sensor with an f/1.8 aperture.
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Also Read: Xiaomi 14 Ultra Set for Debut in China on 22nd February; Globally Launch to Take Place at MWC 2024
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