Xiaomi Confirmed Launch of XRING 01 Chip, 15S Pro, Pad 7 Ultra and YU7 SUV on May 22

Highlights

• Xiaomi is debuting its first in-house mobile chip the Xring 01 in the Xiaomi 15S Pro, marking a significant return to the SoC market.
• The Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra will also be launched alongside the YU7 SUV, Xiaomi’s first electric vehicle.
• The event is set for May 22 at 7 PM (local time) and will celebrate Xiaomi’s 15th anniversary.

Caption – XIaomi May 22 launch event poster. (Image credit – Xiaomi)

Xiaomi has officially announced that it will host a special 15th anniversary launch event on May 22 at 7 PM (local time). The news was confirmed across Xiaomi’s official channels including a post from founder Lei Jun. The event is expected to showcase several major products, with a strong focus on performance and innovation.

What to Expect at the Launch Event?

Caption – Xiaomi Xring 01 is built with 3nm process. (Image credit – Xiaomi)

One of the biggest highlights will be the introduction of Xiaomi’s first in-house mobile chip, the Xring 01. This chip marks Xiaomi’s return to the mobile SoC space and will make its debut in the new Xiaomi 15S Pro, a performance-driven flagship smartphone.

Caption – Upcoming Xiaomi 15S Pro was spotted in Geekbench listing. (Image credit – Fonearena)

Early benchmark results suggest the Xring 01 chip features a 10-core CPU (2 x 3.9GHz + 4 x 3.4GHz + 2 x 1.89GHz + 2 x 1.8GHz) and an Immortalis-G925 GPU. It scores 3,119 in single-core and 9,673 in multi-core tests on Geekbench, putting it in the same league as the Dimensity 9400 and Snapdragon 8 Elite.

Xiaomi’s Ambition in Chips

While there’s a lot to look forward to, the spotlight will be on the Xring 01 chip and the Xiaomi 15S Pro. Xiaomi says the Xring 01 is a big step in its return to the mobile chip market, designed especially for high-end smartphones.

The chip is part of a 10-year strategy backed by a massive 50 billion Yuan (about $6.9 billion) investment. So far, Xiaomi has already poured in over 13.5 billion Yuan (roughly $1.9 billion) as of April 2025 into chip R&D. This shows how serious the company is about becoming a key player in the semiconductor space.

Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra

Also launching is the Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra, a 14-inch premium tablet aimed at professionals. It will feature a 3.2K resolution LTPO display, support for advanced multi-window functions and up to 120W wired charging. The tablet could be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset.

Xiaomi YU7 SUV

Another big reveal will be the Xiaomi YU7, the company’s first electric SUV. It’s expected to feature a distinctive Saturn-ring style tail-light and measure 4999mm x 1996mm x 1600mm. The YU7 will offer dual-motor options and a peak output of up to 390 horsepower, promising high-speed performance.

With powerful devices and bold ambitions, Xiaomi’s May 22 event is shaping up to be a major moment for the brand.

FAQs

Q1. What is the Xring 01 chip, and which device will it debut in?

Answer. The Xring 01 is Xiaomi’s first in-house mobile chip, marking its return to the SoC market. It will debut in the Xiaomi 15S Pro, a high-performance flagship smartphone.

Q2. What other products will Xiaomi launch at the event?

Answer. Xiaomi will unveil the Pad 7 Ultra, a 14-inch premium tablet with a 3.2K LTPO display and up to 120W charging, and the YU7 SUV, an electric vehicle with dual motors and a peak output of 390 horsepower.

Q3. When and where is the Xiaomi launch event taking place?

Answer. The event is set for May 22 at 7 PM (local time) and will be livestreamed on Xiaomi’s official channels, celebrating the company’s 15th anniversary with major new releases.

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