Chinese electronics giant Xiaomi has officially announced the launch of its flagship Xiaomi 15 series smartphones in India. The launch event is scheduled for March 11, 2025, at 12 PM (IST) and will be streamed live on Xiaomi India's official YouTube channel. Interested users can also follow the event through a live video link that will be embedded towards the end of the official announcement article.
The Xiaomi 15 series was first introduced in China in 2024 with two models – the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra was later added to the lineup in early 2025. At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona, Xiaomi showcased the global variants of the 15 series, although the Pro model was absent, hinting at a possible China-exclusive availability.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra, launched in China recently and unveiled at MWC 2025, has been slightly modified for global markets. The Indian version is expected to match the global variant in terms of features and specifications.
The smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and comes with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage. It boasts a 6.73-inch AMOLED display with a 3200x1440 resolution, an adaptive refresh rate of 1-120Hz, and an impressive peak brightness of 3200 nits.
While the Chinese variant features a 6000mAh battery, the global version comes with a 5410mAh battery that supports 90W wired charging and 80W wireless charging.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra features a Leica-tuned quad-camera setup with high-end sensors, making it a top choice for mobile photography enthusiasts. The camera specifications include:
50MP primary sensor (Sony LYT-900) with f/1.63 aperture
50MP ultra-wide sensor (Samsung JN5)
50MP telephoto lens (3x zoom, Sony IMX858)
200MP periscope telephoto sensor (4.3x optical zoom, Samsung HP9)
Front camera: 32MP selfie shooter
All rear cameras support 4K video recording at 60fps, while the primary and periscope cameras can go up to 120fps for high-frame-rate shooting.
Display: 6.73-inch AMOLED, 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate, 3200x1440 resolution, 3200 nits peak brightness
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
RAM: Up to 16GB LPDDR5X
Storage: Up to 512GB UFS 4.1
Rear Cameras: 50MP (Primary) + 50MP (Ultra-wide) + 50MP (Telephoto, 3x zoom) + 200MP (Periscope, 4.3x zoom)
Front Camera: 32MP
Battery: 5410mAh
Charging: 90W wired, 80W wireless
Operating System: Android 15-based HyperOS 2
The base Xiaomi 15 model retains many flagship-level features but comes in a more compact and accessible package. It is also powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and features a Leica-tuned camera system.
The Xiaomi 15 features a 6.36-inch micro-curved OLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It supports Dolby Vision and has a peak brightness of 3200 nits.
The device is backed by a 5240mAh battery, supporting 90W wired charging and 50W wireless charging, ensuring fast and efficient power replenishment.
The Xiaomi 15 sports a triple-camera setup at the back, which includes:
50MP primary sensor with OIS
50MP ultra-wide sensor
50MP telephoto lens (3.2x zoom)
Front camera: 32MP selfie shooter
Display: 6.36-inch micro-curved OLED (LTPO), 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, 3200 nits peak brightness
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
Rear Cameras: 50MP (Primary, OIS) + 50MP (Ultra-wide) + 50MP (Telephoto, 3.2x zoom)
Front Camera: 32MP
Battery: 5240mAh
Charging: 90W wired, 50W wireless
Operating System: Android 15-based HyperOS 2
Xiaomi has yet to announce the official pricing of the Xiaomi 15 series in India. However, considering the global pricing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is expected to be priced around ₹95,000 - ₹1,05,000, while the Xiaomi 15 might be priced in the range of ₹60,000 - ₹70,000.
The Xiaomi 15 series will be available for purchase via Xiaomi India's official website, Amazon India, and select retail stores following the launch.