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More specs about the Xiaomi 18 lineup have surfaced — and it's great news for fans

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and a 7,000mAh battery? Color me interested.

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By Polina Kovalakova

Published: Feb 16, 2026, 4:23 AM

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Different Xioami 17 color variants on a white background.

Xiaomi 17 for reference. | Image by Xiaomi

We've come across several rumors that promise a big upgrade in the Xiaomi 18 camera. There was even a render of the "base" model, released on Weibo a few days back. And now, we might just know something else about the upcoming lineup.

Xiaomi 18 series display and chip specs may have just leaked

Tipster Debayan Roy has recently posted on X, sharing possible display and chip specs for the upcoming Xiaomi flagships. If true, you can expect three of the four models to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 processor, while all four might feature a 7,000mAh battery.

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Xiaomi 18 rumored specs

Display: 6.3-inch, LTPO OLED, 120Hz refresh rate
Camera: 50MP + 50MP + 200MP

Rumored specs for the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Pro Max

Display: 6.3-inch / 6.9-inch, 2K resolution, LTPO OLED, 120Hz refresh rate
Camera: 200MP + 50MP + 200MP

Xiaomi 18 Ultra key specs (rumored)

Display: 6.9-inch, 2K resolution, LTPO
Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset

Is the Xiaomi 18 worth looking forward to?

Prices are (more than) likely to go up

Xiaomi 18 render. | Image by Weibo

The Xiaomi 17 lineup, which debuted in China last September, starts at 4,449 yuan (about $645) and reaches 6,999 yuan (approximately $1,013) for the Ultra model. However, a recent leak suggests prices for European models will be quite high, with the 17 Ultra rumored to start at a whopping €1,499.

The next series is actually expected to come at an even higher asking price, though. If all options indeed come with a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chip, an increase is definitely in the cards.

Of course, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro-powered option is likely the one to receive the biggest price increase. As reported not long ago, costs for the Pro variant are reportedly sky-high. This chipset isn't just expensive to make; it's expected to feature the high-demand LPDDR6. Bottom line: a price increase isn't just plausible (particularly for the Ultra model) — it might be inevitable.

Winning on all fronts

All things considered, the upcoming Xiaomi 18 lineup is promising to be a major hit. With the rumored 200MP cameras (some leaks even point to a 200MP front unit!), Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 under the hood, and 7,000mAh battery, the Xiaomi 18 is shaping up to be quite exciting.

Clearly, the brand is designing its next lineup as a winner on all fronts — and a price increase may not be such a big deal after all.

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Polina Kovalakova, a News and Affiliate Content Writer, has nurtured a passion for mobile technology since the era before smartphones. With a history of exploring a variety of devices, her insights into the mobile world are both broad and nuanced. Polina's non-partisan view extends to appreciating nearly every smartphone brand, a reflection of her open-minded approach to technology. Polina is equally passionate about uncovering the best online deals, tirelessly working to ensure her readers snag top-tier tech at unbeatable prices.

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