Xiaomi 16
A compact flagship-first on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with a 7,000 mAh cell.
The Xiaomi 16 is a flagship Xiaomi smartphone released Sep 2025, with a launch price of $699. It pairs the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with a 6.3" LTPO OLED 120 Hz display, a 50 MP · f/1.6 main camera and a 7,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 89/100 — A compact powerhouse. Standout strengths: first to ship snapdragon 8 elite gen 5. and huge 7,000 mah in a compact 6.3" body. Main trade-off: 1.5k (not qhd) resolution.
A compact powerhouse.
Xiaomi 16 debuts the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and crams a 7,000 mAh battery into a compact 6.3" body with triple 50 MP cameras and 100 W charging — a rare small flagship that doesn't compromise on endurance.
Read the full review- First to ship Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.
- Huge 7,000 mAh in a compact 6.3" body.
- 100 W wired + 50 W wireless.
- Triple 50 MP + 50 MP AF selfie.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Xiaomi 16 compares
| Xiaomi 16 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 89 | 89 | 89 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | SD 8 Elite | SD 8 Elite |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO OLED 120 Hz | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.73" LTPO AMOLED |
| Main camera | 50 MP · f/1.6 | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 50 MP · f/1.63 |
| Battery | 7,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 5,410 mAh |
| Launch price | $699 | $1,299 | $1,499 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Xiaomi 16 released?
The Xiaomi 16 was released in Sep 2025.
How much does the Xiaomi 16 cost?
The Xiaomi 16 launched at $699 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Xiaomi 16 screen size and type?
The Xiaomi 16 has a 6.3" LTPO OLED 120 Hz display.
What chipset does the Xiaomi 16 use?
The Xiaomi 16 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Xiaomi 16 have?
The Xiaomi 16 ships with 12 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Xiaomi 16 battery capacity?
The Xiaomi 16 has a 7,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Xiaomi 16 charge?
The Xiaomi 16 supports 100 W wired charging.
Does the Xiaomi 16 have wireless charging?
The Xiaomi 16 supports 50 W wireless charging.
What is the Xiaomi 16 main camera?
The Xiaomi 16 has a 50 MP · f/1.6 main camera.
Does the Xiaomi 16 have a telephoto zoom camera?
Yes — the Xiaomi 16 includes a dedicated telephoto camera: 50 MP.
Does the Xiaomi 16 have 5G?
The Xiaomi 16 supports 5G (Sub-6).
Is the Xiaomi 16 waterproof?
The Xiaomi 16 is rated IP68 / IP69 for dust and water resistance.
How long will the Xiaomi 16 get software updates?
The Xiaomi 16 update policy: 4 OS + 6 yr security.
How much does the Xiaomi 16 weigh?
The Xiaomi 16 weighs 191 g.
What colours does the Xiaomi 16 come in?
The Xiaomi 16 is available in 3 colours: Black, White, Green.
Is the Xiaomi 16 worth buying?
Xiaomi 16 debuts the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and crams a 7,000 mAh battery into a compact 6.3" body with triple 50 MP cameras and 100 W charging — a rare small flagship that doesn't compromise on endurance. SpecEagle gives the Xiaomi 16 an editorial score of 89/100.
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