Atti Abderrahim
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The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is the latest flagship smartphone from Xiaomi, setting new benchmarks in performance, camera capabilities, and display technology. This review will delve into the key features and technical specifications of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, providing a detailed overview of what makes this device a top contender in the premium smartphone market.
Design and Build Quality
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra boasts a sleek and premium design with dimensions of 161.4 mm in height, 75.3 mm in width, and 9.20 mm in thickness. Weighing in at 219.8 grams, it offers a solid feel in hand without being overly cumbersome. The build quality is excellent, with high-grade materials used throughout, ensuring durability and a luxurious look and feel.
Display
The smartphone features a 6.73-inch AMOLED WQHD+ display with a resolution of 3200 x 1440 pixels, providing a stunning pixel density of 522 ppi. The display supports LTPO technology with AdaptiveSync Pro, offering a dynamic refresh rate ranging from 1 Hz to 120 Hz. With a peak brightness of 3,000 nits and support for HDR Pro, UltraHDR, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+, the screen delivers exceptional clarity and vivid colors, making it perfect for multimedia consumption and gaming.
Performance
At the heart of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra is the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 3 processor, built on a power-efficient 4 nm process. The CPU configuration includes:
- 1 Prime core (Cortex-X4) clocked at up to 3.3 GHz
- 3 Performance cores (Cortex-A720) at up to 3.2 GHz
- 2 Performance cores (Cortex-A720) at up to 3.0 GHz
- 2 Efficiency cores (Cortex-A520) at up to 2.3 GHz
The GPU is the Qualcomm® Adreno™, which ensures top-notch graphics performance for gaming and other graphics-intensive tasks.
Memory and Storage
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra comes equipped with 16 GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 512 GB of UFS 4.0 storage. This combination ensures blazing-fast data access speeds and seamless multitasking, allowing users to run multiple applications simultaneously without any lag.
Camera System
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra features a professional-grade Leica camera system, offering a versatile and powerful photography experience:
Rear Cameras:
- Main Camera: 50 MP LYT-900 sensor with a variable aperture (f/1.63-f/4.0), 1-inch sensor size, OIS, and ALD coating.
- Telephoto Camera: 50 MP sensor with f/1.8 aperture, OIS, and support for 10 cm macro photography.
- Periscope Camera: 50 MP sensor with f/2.5 aperture, OIS, and support for 30 cm macro photography.
- Ultra-Wide Camera: 50 MP sensor with a 122° field of view and f/1.8 aperture.
Front Camera:
- Selfie Camera: 32 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture and a 90° field of view, supporting various photo and video modes.
Camera Features:
The rear camera system supports multiple photographic styles, including Leica Authentic and Leica Vibrant looks, ultra-rapid burst mode, night mode, and up to 120x digital zoom. Video recording capabilities include 8K resolution at 30 fps and 4K HDR recording with Dolby Vision up to 60 fps.
Battery and Charging
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is powered by a 5,000 mAh battery, supporting 90W wired HyperCharge and 80W wireless charging. The device can charge to 100% in just 33 minutes with wired charging and 46 minutes wirelessly. It also supports reverse wireless charging and features a dual-channel Xiaomi IceLoop cooling system to maintain optimal performance.
Connectivity and Other Features
The device supports dual SIM, 5G connectivity, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC. It also includes an in-display fingerprint sensor and AI face recognition for secure unlocking. The Xiaomi 14 Ultra runs on Xiaomi’s HyperOS, ensuring a smooth and responsive user experience.
Technical Specifications
| Processor : Snapdragon® 8 Gen 3, 4 nm process, 1x Prime core (Cortex-X4) up to 3.3 GHz, 3x Performance cores (Cortex-A720) up to 3.2 GHz, 2x Performance cores (Cortex-A720) up to 3.0 GHz, 2x Efficiency cores (Cortex-A520) up to 2.3 GHz, Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU | |
| RAM and Storage : 16 GB LPDDR5X, 512 GB UFS 4.0 | |
| Dimensions : Height: 161.4 mm, Width: 75.3 mm, Thickness: 9.20 mm, Weight: 219.8 g | |
| Display : 6.73-inch AMOLED WQHD+, 3200 x 1440, 522 ppi, Dynamic 1-120 Hz, Touch Sampling up to 240 Hz, 1000 nits (typical), 3000 nits (peak), DCI-P3, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, TÜV Rheinland Certifications | |
| Main Camera : 50 MP, LYT-900, f/1.63-f/4.0, OIS | |
| Telephoto Camera : 50 MP, 75 mm, f/1.8, OIS, IMX858 sensor | |
| Periscope Camera : 50 MP, 120 mm, f/2.5, OIS, IMX858 sensor | |
| Ultra Wide Camera : 50 MP, 12 mm, f/1.8, IMX858 sensor | |
| Battery : 5000 mAh, 90W wired, 80W wireless, reverse wireless charging | |
| Operating System : Xiaomi HyperOS | |
| Security : In-screen fingerprint sensor, AI face unlock | |
| NFC : Yes | |
| Connectivity : Dual SIM, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 5G support |
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is a powerhouse of a smartphone, designed to cater to the needs of tech enthusiasts and professional users alike. With its cutting-edge hardware, advanced camera system, and stunning display, it stands out as a top-tier device in the competitive smartphone market. Whether you’re a photographer, gamer, or power user, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra offers an unparalleled mobile experience.
