Xiaomi 14 Pro Specs, Price and Best Deals

The Xiaomi 14 Pro is an excellent flagship smartphone succeeding the Xiaomi 13 Pro. It features an impressive design, a new display setup refers to as the “Full Equal Depth Micro Curved Screen” with a super smooth 120Hz refresh rate and a large 4880 mAh battery. Similar to the regular Xiaomi 14, this 5G phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and a new operating system, HyperOS user interface. You also get a triple 50MP rear camera with 8K video capacity and a 32MP front facing camera.

Design

The Xiaomi 14 Pro boasts a sleek and modern design, presenting a phone that appears to have a straight screen at first glance. However, the subtle and uniform curvature on all sides of the screen adds to its uniqueness. The rounded arc at the corners and the minimal bezel gives the impression that the screen is floating on the glass, contributing to an aesthetically pleasing front design.

Additionally, the Xiaomi 14 Pro has metal sides, flat and clean, which contribute to the overall high-quality impression and IP68 certification. It measures 161.4 x 75.3 x 8.5 mm and weighs 223 g, although its heavy its sits perfectly on hand.

Meanwhile, this phone sports an “Ultra narrow bezel” display, which spread all the way to the sides thus highlighting the classic standing edge design. The Xiaomi 14 Pro comes in ‘Black’, ‘White’ and ‘Rock Green.’

On the rear, the large 5 x 5 cm camera array protrudes noticeably, and its design is considered somewhat bulky. This camera design is acknowledged for its enlarged bump and elegant “Paris Stud texture.” Furthermore, the matte back also resists fingerprints and gives a premium feel.

For functionality, this android phone has the power and volume controls on the right, while the top edge features stereo speakers, an infrared sensor, and a microphone. At the bottom, there is a standard USB-C connector, the SIM slot, and an additional speaker.

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Display

The Xiaomi 14 Pro’s display not only maintains the exceptional quality seen in its predecessor, the Xiaomi 13 Pro, but elevates the visual experience with vivid content and enhanced color quality.

It boasts a captivating 6.73-inch micro-curved LTPO OLED display with a resolution of 3200×1440 offering a balance between visual brilliance and power efficiency. The manual option to switch to the highest resolution ensures a clear and sharp display. The 1440×3200 pixel resolution, results in a remarkable 522 ppi, which delivers a visually immersive experience.

Meanwhile the Xiaomi 14 Pro also features DC dimming which enhances battery optimization at lower brightness level. It also use of LTPO (Low-Temperature Polycrystalline Oxide) technology, enhancing power efficiency. This becomes particularly significant given the 120Hz refresh rate, which can dynamically drop to as low as 1Hz when the panel is not actively refreshing, contributing to impressive battery conservation.

Additionally, there is also the P3 wide color gamut that support expands the color space for a richer and more immersive visual experience. There is also the under-screen fingerprint sensor, utilizing Optical sensor technology, to add a layer of security with swift and efficient unlocking.

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Furthermore, the Xiaomi 14 Pro 1.5K super vision screen, in conjunction with Dolby Vision technology and HDR10+ support, takes content viewing to a premium level. Whether enjoying high-quality content or streaming from platforms like Netflix, the colors and immersion provided by the display are unparalleled.

Camera

The Xiaomi 14 Pro has the most powerful computational photography capability than the standard Xiaomi 14. The Leica-branded triple-camera setup features a 50MP main camera, a 3x telephoto lens, and a 50MP ultrawide lens.

What truly distinguishes the 14 Pro is the revolutionary ƒ/1.42 – ƒ/4.0 variable aperture on the main camera—an industry-first innovation. This unique feature allows precise adjustments to the aperture, offering optimal exposure control in various lighting conditions, ensuring exceptional results for users.

Additionally, the 50MP main camera takes center stage with its exceptional f/1.4 aperture, delivering stunning visual outcomes in both well-lit and low-light environments. The Variable Aperture feature further enhances user control, enabling adjustments for maximum light intake or capturing nuanced shadows.

The telephoto lens, with a 50MP resolution and f/2.0 aperture, supports up to 3.2x optical zoom, ensuring clarity even at a distance. Meanwhile, the 50MP ultrawide lens completes the trio, offering a 115-degree field of view for capturing expansive and vibrant shots.

The Xiaomi 14 Pro videography reaches new heights, supporting up to 8K resolution at 24fps and flexible 4K options from 24fps to 60fps. The addition of Dolby Vision HDR+ capability elevates video quality, delivering an immersive viewing experience for users.

Hardware and Software

Powering the Xiaomi 14 Pro is the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm), a formidable processor known for its high performance. The octa-core CPU configuration includes Cortex-X4, Cortex-A720, and Cortex-A520 cores, delivering a notable boost in multitasking capabilities and quicker app loading. The 3.3GHz clock speed, a modest improvement from its predecessor, contributes to an overall enhanced user experience.

Additionally, the GPU Adreno 750 ensures a superior gaming experience, offering higher graphics quality, 10-bit color depth, and increased FPS for flagship-grade gaming. Moreover, this phone also has four storage option offering up to 16 GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB of internal and non-expandable UFS 4.0 program memory.

Furthermore, Xiaomi introduces a groundbreaking shift in smartphone operating systems with HyperOS, accompanying the newly launched Xiaomi 14 Pro. Departing from the established MIUI, HyperOS is built upon Android 14, promising users a more intelligent, secure, and interconnected experience.

With four key objectives—low-level refactoring, cross-end intelligent connectivity, proactive intelligence, and end-to-end security—Xiaomi aims to deliver a seamless and cutting-edge interaction with devices.

In terms of battery life, the Xiaomi 14 Pro impresses with its 4880mAh battery. This battery offer support for 120W wired charging adhering to PD3.0 and QC4 standards, the device claims an astounding 100% charge in just 18 minutes, setting a new benchmark for wired charging speeds.

On the wireless front, the Xiaomi 14 Pro boasts 50W wireless charging, promising a full 100% charge in a mere 40 minutes, providing a rapid and convenient alternative. Completing its charging repertoire, the device supports 10W reverse wireless charging, allowing users to share their device’s battery power with other compatible devices.

Above all, the Xiaomi 14 Pro offers support for 5G network connection, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, and a USB Type-C 3.2 port for charging and data transfer.

Xiaomi 14 Pro Price and Availability

Xiaomi 14 Pro price starts at $ 689 to $ 1289 for the highest storage option. The Xiaomi 14 Pro price in Nigeria starts at about ₦509,000 to ₦722,000.