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Xiaomi 18 Pro Global Launch Rumored with Higher Prices and Smaller Batteries
Key points
- Xiaomi 18 Pro rumored to start at €1,449 in Europe.
- Global Pro model battery reduced from 7,000 mAh to 6,000 mAh.
- Pro Max global battery reduced from 8,500 mAh to 7,050 mAh.
- Base Pro model limited to 90W charging in the EU.
Global Pricing and Availability
The Xiaomi 18 Pro series is anticipated to launch globally with a starting price of €1,449 for the 256GB Xiaomi 18 Pro. The 512GB Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is rumored to cost €1,849. This represents a substantial price increase compared to last year's Xiaomi 17, which started at €999, with the Ultra model at €1,499. A global release timeline is not yet confirmed, but Xiaomi often uses the MWC conference for such announcements.
Battery Capacity Reductions
Reports indicate that global versions of the Xiaomi 18 Pro series will have reduced battery capacities compared to the Chinese models. The Xiaomi 18 Pro will feature a 6,000 mAh battery in Europe, down from 7,000 mAh in China. Similarly, the Pro Max model will have a 7,050 mAh battery globally, a reduction from its 8,500 mAh Chinese version. The base Pro model will also be limited to 90W charging in the EU.
Hardware Specifications
The Xiaomi 18 Pro series incorporates Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chip. The devices were initially launched in China last month. These specifications highlight the internal hardware powering the new smartphone lineup.
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The Xiaomi 18 Pro series is reportedly launching globally with a starting price of €1,449, a significant increase from its predecessor. Global variants are also expected to feature smaller battery capacities compared to their Chinese counterparts, with the Pro model dropping from 7,000 mAh to 6,000 mAh.