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The latest models are the Xiaomi 15, Xiaomi 15 Pro, and the camera-focused Xiaomi 15 Ultra.

The Leica partnership brings professional-grade optics and color science. It excels at capturing photos with natural color, excellent detail, and a distinct 'Leica look', especially in portrait mode.

HyperOS is designed to be a lighter, faster, and more efficient evolution of MIUI, offering smoother animations and better integration across Xiaomi's ecosystem of devices.

Absolutely. In terms of hardware, performance, display, and camera, the Xiaomi Ultra series is a direct competitor to the best from Apple and Samsung, often pushing boundaries with charging speed.

Yes, particularly if you can find it at a discount. The Xiaomi 15 series launched in late 2024 and offers flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite performance with Leica-tuned cameras at a lower price than equivalent Samsung or Apple devices. As the Xiaomi 16 series approaches, prices on the 15 series will drop further, making it even stronger value.

If you need a phone today or can find a significant discount, the Xiaomi 15 series remains an excellent purchase. It offers flagship-tier performance that will last for years. Only wait if you are in absolutely no rush — the Xiaomi 16 global release is expected in early-to-mid 2026 and will bring the next-generation processor and improved Leica camera system.

The Xiaomi 15 Pro matches the Galaxy S25+ on raw performance — both use the Snapdragon 8 Elite — and offers comparable charging speeds that actually exceed Samsung's. The key differences: the Galaxy S25+ provides 7 years of OS updates versus Xiaomi's 4, and Samsung's ecosystem integration is deeper. The Xiaomi 15 Pro counters with its Leica camera system and often a lower street price. For camera enthusiasts who don't need the Samsung ecosystem, Xiaomi wins on value.

Excellent. The Xiaomi 15 series is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset with advanced cooling systems designed for sustained peak performance. It handles the most demanding mobile games — including Genshin Impact and PUBG Mobile — at max settings without throttling. The high-refresh-rate LTPO AMOLED display adds to the gaming experience with smooth, responsive visuals.

Xiaomi now commits to 4 years of major Android OS updates and 5 years of security patches for its flagship series. This is a solid improvement over previous years, though it still trails Samsung and Google's 7-year promise on their flagship devices.