Following the successful launch of the Redmi K60 Ultra smartphone in China, Xiaomi is gearing up to introduce the Xiaomi 13T series to global markets on September 26. This time, Xiaomi has taken an intriguing approach, opting not to simply rebrand the Redmi K60 Ultra. Instead, they are enhancing the device to better suit the global audience and dubbing it the Xiaomi 13T Pro. Alongside this flagship offering, Xiaomi will also introduce the Xiaomi 13T, a more budget-friendly variant that doesn’t compromise on impressive specifications. Let’s delve into what we currently know about the Xiaomi 13T.
Desing & display
In terms of aesthetics, the Xiaomi 13 Pro will closely resemble the Redmi K60 Ultra, featuring a rectangular camera module on the rear housing three lens cutouts along with an LED flash. The device will maintain a semi-curved design on the back, ensuring comfortable grip, while retaining a flat frame for a sleek and ergonomic feel.
The phone’s outer frame might be made of metal, though some sources suggest it could be plastic. You’ll find the power and volume buttons on the right side, and the SIM card slot is at the bottom. The back of the phone is shiny for both the leaked black and green versions. Additionally, there’s a third color choice that will have a light blue finish made of vegan leather.
The Black and green color variants will measure 162.2 x 75.7 x 8.49 mm and weigh 197 g, while the vegan leather option will measure 162.2 x 75.7 x 8.62 mm and weigh 193 g.
Leaks suggest that the Xiaomi 13T has a 6.67-inch CrystalRes AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution of 2712 x 1220 pixels, offering a pixel density of 446dpi. The aspect ratio is expected to be 20:9, while the contrast ratio could reach an impressive 5,000,000:1. The display may support an adaptive refresh rate of 144Hz, with options for 30Hz, 60Hz, 90Hz, 120Hz, and 144Hz. Brightness levels are rumored to peak at 2600nits (HBM) and 500nits (typical), providing vivid visuals. It might cover 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut in 10-bit, offering a palette of 68 billion colors and TrueDisplay technology. Additionally, unconfirmed reports suggest it could feature HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision support, with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 for front protection.
Camera
The primary camera is rumored to feature a Leica 50MP wide-angle lens with optical image stabilization (OIS). It could incorporate a 1/1.28-inch IMX707 sensor with a 1.22μm pixel size, offering a 2.44μm 4-in-1 super-pixel capability. The lens is said to have a 24mm equivalent focal length and an f/1.9 aperture, supported by a 7P lens and autofocus.
The device may also sport a 50MP Leica x2 telephoto lens with a pixel size of 0.61μm and a 50mm equivalent focal length, complemented by an f/1.9 aperture and autofocus. Additionally, there could be a Leica 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens with a pixel size of 1.12μm, equivalent to a 15mm focal length, and an f/2.2 aperture.
For selfies, the Xiaomi 13T might feature a 20MP front camera with a pixel size of 0.8μm, a 26mm equivalent focal length, and an f/2.2 aperture.
In terms of video capabilities, the device is rumored to support up to 4k video recording at 30fps. It could come equipped with various features such as two Leica photographic styles, Leica filters, a Master-Lens system (35/50/90mm), Adobe Camera RAW DNG support, Xiaomi Imaging Engine, Xiaomi ProCut, Xiaomi ProFocus, Ultra Night Video, 4K 30fps recording, and end-to-end HDR10+ up to 4K 30fps. Additionally, it may offer a Pro Video Editor for advanced video editing.
In Europe, the Xiaomi 13T might have Leica branding, but in other regions, it won’t. This means some areas may miss out on Leica features like special color enhancements and filters on their 13T.
Performance
The Xiaomi 13T is expected to come with a MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra processor built on a TSMC 4nm process, featuring an octa-core configuration. This setup comprises one ARM Cortex-A78 core clocked at up to 3.1GHz, three ARM Cortex-A78 cores running at up to 3.0GHz, and four ARM Cortex-A55 cores with speeds of up to 2.0GHz. An ARM Mali-G610 GPU will handle the graphics side of things, with the inclusion of HyperEngine 6.0 technology.
For memory and storage, the device is rumored to offer 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. It’s also expected to support dual 5G connectivity. Powering the Xiaomi 13 Pro could be a 5000mAh battery, complemented by 120W fast charging capabilities. However, a leaked unboxing video has revealed that it will come with a 67W charger in the box.
In terms of connectivity, the phone is expected to feature dual SIM card slots (nanoSIM + nanoSIM/eSIM) and run on Android 13. It may offer USB-C connectivity and support for wireless connections such as Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC.
The Xiaomi 13 Pro might meet IP68 standards for being water and dust-resistant. It could also have a fingerprint reader built into the display for security. Lastly, the smartphone is said to carry 5 years of software support with 4 major OS updates. This means that the smartphone will receive OS updates till Android 17.
Pricing
the Xiaomi 13T with 8GB of RAM and 256GB storage will reportedly cost €700. An early listing from Romania has revealed that it will cost RON 3,299 ( $713) in the region. The Xiaomi 13T will be launching at a Berlin launch event scheduled for 26 September, so stay tuned.
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