Xiaomi is expected to shake up the flagship smartphone market with the Xiaomi 16, set to launch by the end of 2025. A recent leak suggests this device will feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2/Dimensity 9500 chip, paired with a staggering 7,000mAh battery. If true, it will be a significant upgrade over the Xiaomi 15’s 5,400 mAh cell. Judging from the number, it’s evident that the cell is based on the high-density silicon-carbon battery technology.
This leap could redefine endurance in premium phones, especially because it will be paired with the efficiency gains of a more efficient next-generation flagship chipset. For context, the Snapdragon 8 Elite‘s efficiency gain is the biggest contributing factor behind the battery life improvement of the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which packs the exact same battery capacity as its predecessor.
Xiaomi 16 may not be a compact flagship
The current Xiaomi 15 (our review) is positioned as a compact flagship with a 6.36-inch display and solid battery life. But the successor might push boundaries further. A prior report hinted at a larger display, lending weight to the idea of a bigger battery fitting the frame.
OnePlus confirmed a 6,200mAh battery for its upcoming 6.3-inch compact flagship—OnePlus 13T—proving that large batteries can coexist with compact designs. The Xiaomi 16’s rumored 7,000mAh capacity might seem ambitious, but even a slightly lower figure would still mark a notable improvement in battery life over the predecessor.
Nonetheless, this battery leak should be taken with caution—leak accuracy varies, and manufacturing challenges also exist. If true, the Xiaomi 16 could set a new standard for battery life.
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