Xiaomi’s upcoming flagship, the Xiaomi 16, is rumored to mark a significant departure from its predecessors by ditching its compact design in favor of a larger display and a thinner build.
According to leaks from reliable tipster Smart Pikachu (translated from Chinese), the standard Xiaomi 16 will abandon the 6.36-inch screen size used in the Xiaomi 13, 14, and 15, opting instead for a larger display, potentially between 6.5 and 6.67 inches. According to previous reports, the upcoming Redmi Turbo 4 Pro and Redmi K80 Ultra are also expected to feature larger displays.
Potential reasons behind the change
The move to a larger display is reportedly aimed at achieving a slimmer design, which could be an influence of the yet to be released Galaxy S25 Edge and phones with similar design from Xiaomi’s Chinese competitors.
The increase in surface area reportedly allows the manufacturer use a slimmer battery without sacrificing its capacity. Another advantage of the larger size is the ability to pack a “horizontally expanded” telephoto camera. Currently, the base model packs a 2.6x (60mm) telephoto, which could be easier to upgrade with a more advanced telephoto given there is sufficient space inside.
The energy density of the batteries has improved lately, which reduces the requirement of internal volume for a given battery capacity, but a similar development has yet to happen when it comes to the imaging hardware. T F
While this change may appeal to users who prefer larger screens and slimmer devices, it comes as disappointing news for fans of compact smartphones. Since the Xiaomi 12 launched in 2021, Xiaomi has catered to this niche audience with its smaller flagship models. However, the Xiaomi 16’s rumored design shift suggests the company is apparently prioritizing specification upgrades over compactness.
Nonetheless, this information is still based on leaks and rumors, so Xiaomi’s final design choices could differ. If the leaks hold true, the Xiaomi 16 will join a growing list of smartphones embracing larger screens.
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