The Xiaomi 15 series continues to make waves in the smartphone market, with new details emerging about both the global version of the base model and the Ultra variant’s camera capabilities.
Latest developments: The global version of the Xiaomi 15 has appeared on Geekbench’s AI test listing, while new information about the Xiaomi 15 Ultra’s camera system has surfaced.
- The global Xiaomi 15, identified by model number 24129PN74G, achieved maximum scores of 2,519 in single-precision and 2,522 in half-precision tests
- The device’s quantized score reached 4,254, though notably these tests were conducted on CPU rather than NPU or GPU
- Key specifications confirmed include the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, 16GB RAM, and Android 15 with HyperOS 2.0
Camera specifications: The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is set to feature a sophisticated multi-camera system with significant updates to its telephoto capabilities.
- A new 50MP Sony IMX858 telephoto sensor will be included, featuring an f/1.8 aperture and 70mm focal length
- The primary camera maintains a 50MP sensor with an f/1.6 aperture and 23mm focal length
- A 200MP sensor with 4.3x optical zoom capabilities, f/2.6 aperture, and 100mm focal length rounds out the camera system
Software innovations: HyperOS 2.0 brings new connectivity features to the Xiaomi ecosystem.
- The HyperConnect feature enables seamless file sharing between select Xiaomi devices and Apple products
- The system runs on Android 15, representing the latest in mobile operating system technology
- AI capabilities are integrated through the Android AI framework TensorFlow Lite
Market availability: The global rollout strategy for the Xiaomi 15 series is taking shape.
- The series has already launched in China as of October 29th
- International markets, including India, are expected to receive the devices before March 2025
- The global release will include multiple variants, including the base model and Ultra version
Looking ahead: While the specifications show promising improvements, the real test will be how these technical advancements translate to real-world performance, particularly in the competitive flagship smartphone market where camera capabilities often serve as a key differentiator.
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