China’s smartphone market is about to get a fresh wave of exclusive releases from some of the biggest names in the industry. Xiaomi, Vivo, Oppo, and OnePlus are all reportedly preparing new flagship and mid-cycle refreshes, most of which are unlikely to make their way to global markets. Here’s a breakdown of what’s coming.
1. Xiaomi 15S Pro
Xiaomi’s last “S Pro” phone, the Xiaomi 12S Pro, was launched back in 2022, but the company skipped this variant for the 13 and 14 series. That’s set to change with the Xiaomi 15 lineup, as the Xiaomi 15S Pro has been spotted in various leaks.
First revealed in an IMEI listing under model number 25042PN24C and codenamed “dijun,” the Xiaomi 15S Pro was later seen on China’s 3C certification database. The listing confirmed the device will support 90W fast charging, aligning with the standard Xiaomi 15 Pro model. However, it’s unclear whether the 15S Pro will inherit the two-way satellite communication found on the 15 Pro.
Beyond its charging speed, little is known about the 15S Pro’s design and internal hardware. The model number suggests an April 2025 launch window, but Xiaomi has yet to confirm anything officially. Given the precedent set by the Xiaomi 12S Pro, it’s likely that the 15S Pro will remain a China-exclusive model.
2. Oppo Find X8S and X8S Mini
Oppo is preparing to expand its Find X8 lineup with the Find X8S and a smaller Find X8S Mini. The Find X8S is expected to be powered by MediaTek’s upcoming Dimensity 9400 Plus chip. This could give the phone a slight edge in benchmark performance, but the real-world performance will likely stay the same.
The Find X8S will reportedly feature a 6.6-inch display, keeping it in line with the Find X8, while the Find X8S Mini will opt for a more compact 6.3-inch screen.
The X8 Mini’s camera is rumored to have a 50MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide, and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 3x zoom. This setup, interestingly, is the same as the Find N5.
Both the devices are expected to have an 80W wired and a 50W wireless charging. Oppo has yet to confirm if these devices will remain China-exclusive, but given its history with past models, it wouldn’t be surprising.
3. OnePlus 13 Mini
OnePlus is rumored to be working on a compact flagship called the OnePlus 13 Mini. Unlike most compact smartphones that compromise on battery life, the 13 Mini is expected to feature a massive 6,000mAh battery.
The phone will reportedly have a 6.3-inch OLED LTPO display with a 1.5K resolution and narrow bezels. The camera setup is said to include a 50MP Sony IMX906 main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom.
Powering the device will be Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and the OnePlus 13 Mini will also support wireless charging, an optical in-display fingerprint scanner, and a glass back. With an expected launch in March or April 2025, the 13 Mini will likely be positioned as a high-end compact alternative for those looking for a powerful phone in a smaller form factor.
4. Vivo X200S
Vivo launched the X200 series in late 2024, and now it’s preparing to release an incremental upgrade in the form of the X200S. The X200S will likely feature the Dimensity 9400 Plus chipset, an overclocked version of MediaTek’s D9400 chip.
The phone is expected to retain a 6.67-inch flat OLED LTPS panel with a 1.5K resolution, and it will also feature an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner. However, aside from the new chipset, most of the hardware is expected to remain unchanged from the X200.
If Vivo follows its past strategy, the X200S is likely to remain a China-exclusive device, much like the X100S before it.
5. Vivo X200 Ultra
Alongside the X200S, Vivo is also preparing to introduce the X200 Ultra, its top-tier flagship for 2025. The device is expected to come with a new Action Button, which will likely serve as a camera button.
The X200 Ultra’s main highlight will be its camera system. It is expected to feature a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide lens, and a 200MP periscope telephoto camera. The primary sensor will reportedly default to a 35mm focal length, and Vivo is also including a custom optical system and an in-house imaging chip for improved software-hardware integration.
For video recording, the X200 Ultra will support 4K 120fps video capture across all focal lengths, a move that could challenge Apple’s Pro series when it comes to seamless focal length transitions.
Other expected features include a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a 2K OLED quad-curved display, and a 6,000mAh battery with 90W wired and 50W wireless charging support.
The device is expected to launch by mid-to-late April, potentially alongside the X200S and a new Vivo flagship tablet, the Vivo Pad 4 Pro. Given that its predecessor, the Vivo X100 Ultra, was a China-exclusive, the X200 Ultra may follow suit.
