Multiple leaks about Xiaomi’s upcoming 18 Pro lineup describe upgrades across performance, camera hardware, display design, and charging. NDTV reports the Xiaomi 18 Pro could use Qualcomm’s unreleased Snapdragon 8 Gen 6 series chipset, potentially built on a 2nm process. The phone is also rumored to feature a compact flat display with relatively thin bezels. For photography, leaks suggest a dual 200-megapixel rear camera system, pairing a 200MP primary sensor with a 200MP periscope telephoto camera. NDTV additionally says the 18 Pro could include a 7,000mAh battery, with support for 100W wired fast charging and wireless charging.

For the larger model, GSMArena cites a Weibo leak from tipster Digital Chat Station stating the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max could carry a battery capacity above 8,000mAh, while still supporting 100W wired and wireless charging. NDTV and TechGenyz further report an 8,500mAh battery rumor for the 18 Pro Max and reiterate a dual 200MP camera setup alongside the 2nm Snapdragon chip. Android Central similarly highlights the combination of a large battery, dual 200MP cameras, and the next flagship Qualcomm chipset for the 18 Pro.