Xiaomi is preparing to launch its 18 series later this year, promising another wave of high-end smartphones. The lineup is expected to include a standard model and the Xiaomi 18 Pro, following the trend set by the previous generation. While official details remain limited, a recent leak hints at a major camera upgrade that could set the new series apart.
According to the source, a compact flagship featuring a 6.3-inch display may arrive with dual 200MP rear cameras. The leak does not directly name the Xiaomi 18 series, but discussions around the post suggest the device could be the Xiaomi 18 Pro.
The Xiaomi 17 series set a clear precedent, offering 6.3-inch displays for both models, but only the Pro variant featured advanced camera hardware. The Xiaomi 18 series is likely to follow the same path, with the 18 Pro boasting dual 200MP cameras at the back. Reports also hint that the Pro Max could receive a similar upgrade.
The rumored camera setup may include a 200MP main sensor paired with a 200MP periscope telephoto lens. This configuration would align Xiaomi with competitors such as the vivo X300 Ultra and Oppo Find X9s.
Design-wise, the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to keep the rear display and maintain a design language similar to their predecessors. Even the base Xiaomi 18 may receive a periscope telephoto camera, signaling that Xiaomi is pushing camera technology across the series.