If ranking the Top 10 or Top 5 smartphones that take beautiful photos, the name Xiaomi 14 Ultra will definitely be on the list. Because this is the newest flagship smartphone from Xiaomi that comes with a photography system that has been collaborated with the world-famous camera brand LEICA. And it’s not just a highlight, there’s only photography. But there are also strong points in terms of performance. Including packed with many other features We’ll see what’s interesting about this Xiaomi 14 Ultra.
But before going to see the review with the TechXcite team, let’s get to know the rough specs of Xiaomi 14 Ultra first.
Xiaomi 14 Ultra specs
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Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) processor chip
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1x Prime core (from X4) up to 3.3GHz
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3x performance cores (from A720) up to 3.2GHz
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2x performance cores (from A720) up to 3.0GHz
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2x power-saving cores (from A520) up to 2.3GHz)
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GPU Adreno 750
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RAM LPDDR5X 16GB
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Internal memory UFS 4.0
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Size 161.4 x 75.3 x 9.20 mm.
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Weight 219.8 grams
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Screen size 6.73 inch AMOLED 3200×1440 pixels, 522ppi, LTPO, AdaptiveSync Pro Refresh rate: Dynamic from 1-120Hz, Touch sensitivity: up to 240Hz, Typical brightness 1000nits (up to 3000nits), supports UltraHDR, Dolby Vision, HDR10+ , PWM 1920Hz dimming, has Xiaomi Shield Glass
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Rear camera
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Main camera from Leica, LYT-900 50MP 4-in-1 Super Pixel sensor, size 3.2μm, OIS, 1-inch sensor size
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Telephoto camera 75mm from Leica 50MP IMX858 OIS
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Leica 50MP f2.5 OIS IMX858 120mm Periscope Camera
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Leica 50MP 122° FOV IMX858 12mm ultra-wide-angle camera
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Front selfie camera on screen, 32MP f2.0, sensor size 1/3.14”
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5000mAh battery supports 90W wired and 80W wireless charging.
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No adapter included in the box.
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Xiaomi Dual-Channel IceLoop Cooling System
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Screen lock system In-screen fingerprint sensor + AI face unlock
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NFC supported
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Supports 2 SIM cards (Nano SIM x2)
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Sound system: stereo speakers, 4 microphones, supports Dolby Atmos
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Sensors: Proximity sensor | Ambient light sensor | Accelerometer | Gyroscope | Electronic compass | IR Blaster | Barometer | Voltage signal sensor | X-axis linear vibration motor | Laser Autofocus
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Xiaomi HyperOS operating system
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Equipment inside the box Mobile phone/USB Type-C cable/SIM eject pin/Protective case/User manual/Warranty card/Safety information
design design
The design of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra comes in a simple, elegant design that looks very expensive. The overall back design looks similar to a classic camera. It has a large circular lens design. Inside there are 4 large camera circles with LED flash lights and the Leica logo in the middle, guaranteeing Leica and Xiaomi’s cooperation in camera development.
The build materials of this model have been upgraded to be 2 times stronger and more durable (compared to the previous Xiaomi 13 Pro). It comes with a new 6M42 aluminum body frame and is protected by Xiaomi Shield Glass on the front for a clear, sharp display. Clear and resistant to wear and tear Including increasing durability against falling and shock. And the back uses nanotechnology artificial leather material. Increases durability and is beautiful and elegant. It looks very good. And the color options of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra will be available in 2 types: the black color that we reviewed and white.
As for the screen, this model is fully equipped as a premium flagship smartphone. It is an All Around Liquid Display screen that shows excellent results. And gives a very smooth touch to the finger, with the Xiaomi 14 Ultra using a C8 screen developed by Xiaomi with a resolution of WQHD + with LTPO 1-120Hz technology, providing high performance with more cost-effective power consumption. It has a pixel density per square inch of 522ppi, maximum brightness of 3000nits, supports DCI-P3 color gamut and 12-bit color depth, and supports Dolby Vision and HDR10+.
The edges of the device are flat and slightly curved at the edges. All control buttons are located on the right side of the device. Consists of a power button and volume control buttons. The speakers are at the top and bottom.
The SIM card is inserted at the bottom. and charges via the USB-C port. In addition, the design of this model also supports waterproof and dustproof IP68 level, making it possible to rinse with water when the device is dirty. Or you can go through the rain.
In addition, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra also has interesting additional equipment such as the Photography Kit, which is a special case designed to be a camera-like handle. and designed to be able to remove and change filters There is also a built-in 1500mAh battery. Anyone who likes to take photos, this device will help you hold your cell phone to take photos more easily. But the weight also increased.
Nickname: camera that can make calls It wasn’t because of luck. Let’s take a look at the strongest point of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, which is photography. Coming with Leica is definitely not a joke, because Xiaomi and Leica have developed Summilux optical lenses that offer large apertures and excellent optical performance. Equipped with an 8P Aspherical lens for high light transmission. The lenses are also coated with anti-reflective substances and others to help bring out the best color, contrast, and resolution.
With this new technology, the camera will be able to collect 36% more light, helping to make photos more beautiful even in sufficient light. and in low light Especially for people who like creating bokeh in their images. Because the camera of this model can produce bokeh up to optical grade.
In addition, with a new sensor from Sony, the LYT-900, which is a 1-inch sensor and 4-in-1 Super Pixel size 3.2µm, paired with Dual Native ISO Fusion Max technology, helps to better preserve details in images in all lighting conditions. and has a higher dynamic range It also has an aperture between ƒ/1.63 and ƒ/4.0, allowing for better light control in any situation. Anyone who knows how to take photos like a pro is sure to have fun with the camera on the Xiaomi 14 Ultra.
At the same time, Xiaomi also focuses on other additional cameras. Whether it’s a Telephoto and Periscope Zoom camera and an ultrawide-angle camera, Ultrawide makes the camera on the Xiaomi 14 Ultra even more complete. Especially people who like street photography. Because the camera will be upgraded to cover 6 focal lengths from 23 – 135mm and support customizable parameters for street photography. It has ultra-fast image capture of just 0.7 seconds.
And AI is something that cannot be talked about in this era. Xiaomi 14 Ultra comes with the world’s first LM AI computer photography platform with a powerful 60TOPS processing system, increasing the limits of photography to perfection. climb So the picture comes out beautiful and perfect. Plus features in theThe Photography Kit is specially designed to attach to the device, making it easy to change the way you use it from a smartphone to a camera.
The Photography Kit includes a case for Xiaomi 14 Ultra, a battery grip that can be used as a built-in spare battery, and a convenient photography grip. and a set of silver and orange decorative rings around the front of the lens. Includes adapter ring for use with 67mm field filters.
And for the adapter ring used for inserting the filter. We can take a 67mm filter and spin it in. Now it’s convenient to add effects to photography or video with various filters. Can be used with filters that are commonly available in camera stores, such as a C-PL filter to reduce reflections or a Black Mist filter that is commonly used to make images look cloudy and soft, etc.
The camera grip is designed to be used like a compact camera. There is a shutter button that can be pressed halfway to focus the image first. Including a zoom lever that gives the feeling of zooming like a real camera. Not just moving from 1X to 2X, but gradually moving the zoom step by step, such as 1.1X to 1.2X continuously, including a dial to set the box as we set. and a separate video recording button You can say that by putting on the Photography Kit, you can transform from a smartphone into a camera.
When the Photography Kit is inserted, the device will pop up into a notification status. We can go in and adjust various work settings, such as wanting to change the video recording button to a button for adjusting the ISO setting instead. This will help make taking photos more fun.
And here are some sample images obtained from the Xiaomi 14 Ultra. When you see them, you have to give a thumbs up that they take really beautiful photos.
Top level performance. Addicted to strength. Don’t miss it.
Xiaomi 14 Ultra also comes with a top-level CPU, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, developed at 4nm with a new 1+5+2 architecture, helping to improve the CPU potential by 32% and pull the GPU up by 34%, overall making graphics stronger. Many more levels Meets the needs of playing heavy games Strong graphics processing Or for general use in daily life, it is too smooth to resist. Check out the Benchmark test results below.
Test scores from Antutu Benchmark have reached a high score, almost reaching two million points. It is considered the strength of the device to play games. Or use it for use that requires full performance and strength, not inferior to other flagship smartphones on the market.
As for the test score from Geekbench 6, it also received a very high score. In addition to strength, Xiaomi also has a cooling system, Dual-Channel IceLoop, which is a separate cooling system for the camera and the overall image of the device.
However, From testing long games on the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, it was found that the device gets quite hot easily. Don’t forget that right now the weather in our country is just plain hot. It is possible that the machine is hot because of the temperature factors in our home as well. But I must admit that if I play for a long time, I will feel the heat of the story more than usual. At this point, many people who use it also report this.
Next, let’s look at the matter of batteries. Game lines that require long gaming sessions Or train to be a pro gamer. You probably like the fast charging system on the Xiaomi 14 Ultra because it can charge a 5000mAh battery fully from 0-100% in less than an hour, both wired and wireless. The 90W wired fast charge can be fully charged in 33 minutes, and the 80W wireless charge can be fully charged in approximately 46 minutes. However, The box doesn’t come with a charger.
The battery’s specialties don’t end there. Xiaomi 14 Ultra also has two chipsets that help manage charging, starting with the Xiaomi Surge P2 that improves charging levels and reduces power loss, and there’s also the Xiaomi Surge G1 that Helps extend battery life Increases security for users to be confident that they can use their mobile phone for a long time. From what we tested, the battery of this model is considered to be durable at a satisfactory level. It can be used comfortably from morning to evening. As for playing heavy games, it’s good to have a fast charging system. It is considered to be at an OK level.
The sound system of this model is considered excellent. Because it comes with left and right Stereo speakers that provide loud and clear sound. and has a bass dimension that can be felt Not dry like normal mobile phones It also supports Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio and Hi-Res Audio Wireless for connecting headphones or speakers wirelessly. In terms of connectivity, it also supports USB-C 3.2 Gen2 that transfers data at up to 10Gbps for large movie files. or upload video clips to create long content It transferred quickly. Including the wireless connection, it also supports Wi-Fi 7 with a maximum speed of 5.8Gbps wirelessly.
Conclusion: Xiaomi 14 Ultra review
In conclusion, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra is very suitable for people who like to take pictures because the camera of this model is truly extraordinary. It comes with a main camera of excellent quality with one of the best hardware. of industry Including other additional cameras, it takes beautiful, fun photos in every lens range.
In addition, for game lines or general use lines. This model is considered to meet the needs of high-level usage at all levels. Whether it’s playing fast-paced games on a top-quality screen Excellent sound system Fast connection or data transfer and a beautiful, classic-looking design and a top-level fast charging system on the market
However, the observation of this model may be the fact that it does not include a charger in the box. Which is definitely the flagship of other competing camps. It’s not the same, but if Xiaomi gives it, it will make this model stand out even more. Including it may be because the weather is very hot. Makes it easier when playing games or doing heavy processing The machine is considered quite hot.
Let’s just say that anyone who wants to try this model is recommended to go and test it at the shop. Especially about the camera, I have to agree. This model takes very beautiful photos. We recommend it.
Online distribution channels Shopee or Lazada You can press it, it’s guaranteed.
Tags: Xiaomi Ultra camera calls Smartphones beautiful photos LEICA
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