Xiaomi 15 Series Launches in Malaysia: Pinnacle Photography and AI Integration
TL;DR:
- Xiaomi launches the Xiaomi 15 Series in Malaysia, focusing on professional photography and AI integration.
- The Xiaomi 15 Ultra and Xiaomi 15 feature Leica lenses, Snapdragon 8 Elite, and HyperOS 2.
- The devices offer advanced camera systems, high-resolution displays, and fast charging.
- Pre-orders include free premium gifts and value-added benefits.
Xiaomi has officially launched its latest flagship smartphone lineup, the Xiaomi 15 Series, in Malaysia.
Positioned as a professional imagery flagship, the Xiaomi 15 Series empowers users to capture high-quality photos and videos using Leica Summilux optical lenses. The series runs on Xiaomi HyperOS 2, offering an upgraded system experience with optimized performance, connectivity, and AI capabilities. Pre-orders for the Xiaomi 15 Series are now available in Malaysia.
Alongside the Xiaomi 15 Series, Xiaomi also introduced the Xiaomi Pad 7, Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro, Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro, Xiaomi Buds 5 Pro (Wi-Fi), Xiaomi Watch S4, and a new color variant of the Xiaomi Smart Band 9 Pro.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra: Professional Photography and Visual Excellence
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra draws inspiration from classic camera designs, combining premium build quality with sophisticated aesthetics. It is available in Black, White, and Silver Chrome finishes. The Silver Chrome model features a blend of aerospace-grade glass fiber and PU leather, enhancing material strength. The PU leather finish and retro image stitching contribute to the device’s classic camera aesthetic.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra features a 6.73-inch WQHD+ AMOLED display with a resolution of 3200 x 1440 and a pixel density of 522 ppi. The display offers a 3200 nits multi-scenario peak brightness for clear visuals in various lighting conditions. An upgraded ultrasonic fingerprint sensor enables faster and more reliable unlocking, even with wet or dirty fingers. The device incorporates the Xiaomi Guardian Structure, including Xiaomi Shield Glass 2.0 for improved drop resistance, a high-strength CNC-crafted aluminum frame, and Corning® Gorilla® Glass 7i for camera protection.
Designed for creative professionals, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is equipped with a quad-camera system featuring Leica Summilux lenses. The 23mm Leica 1-inch main camera utilizes a 50MP Sony LYT-900 sensor, a ƒ/1.63 aperture, and variable focal lengths. A 70mm Leica floating telephoto camera and a 100mm Leica 200MP ultra telephoto camera provide versatile zoom capabilities. A 14mm Leica ultra-wide camera completes the setup.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra supports 4K 120fps slow-motion video recording on both main and periscope telephoto cameras, along with Dolby Vision® video recording at 4K 60fps and 10-bit Log video recording across all focal lengths. A 4-Mic array offers immersive audio recording.
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra Photography Kit Legend Edition, sold separately, features a classic camera design with detachable thumb support, shutter buttons, a multifunctional filter adapter ring, and a 2000mAh battery.
Xiaomi 15: Compact Flagship with Versatile Camera System
The Xiaomi 15 is designed for convenience and portability, available in Black, White, Green, and Liquid Silver. The Liquid Silver model features heat-bent glass with shimmering curves. The device includes a triple-camera system with Leica Summilux lenses, spanning focal lengths from 14mm to 120mm. The main camera features a Light Fusion 900 sensor, a ƒ/1.62 aperture, and variable focal lengths. A 60mm Leica floating telephoto camera and a 14mm Leica ultra-wide camera enhance its versatility.
The Xiaomi 15 includes a 6.36-inch CrystalRes AMOLED display with a 3200 nits peak brightness and TÜV Rheinland certifications for low blue light and flicker-free viewing.
Performance and Battery
Both the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra are powered by the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Mobile Platform, featuring advanced cooling technology and battery optimizations. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra has a 5410mAh battery with 90W HyperCharge and 80W wireless HyperCharge, while the Xiaomi 15 has a 5240mAh battery with 90W HyperCharge and 50W wireless HyperCharge.
Xiaomi HyperOS 2 and AI Integration
The Xiaomi 15 Series runs on Xiaomi HyperOS 2, featuring Xiaomi HyperCore, Xiaomi HyperConnect, and Xiaomi HyperAI. Xiaomi HyperAI includes AI Writing, AI Speech Recognition, AI Image Enhancement, and AI Film. Google Gemini is integrated with Xiaomi apps.
Pricing and Availability
The Xiaomi 15 Series is now available for pre-order in Malaysia at Xiaomi stores and online platforms.
- Xiaomi 15 Ultra: From RM 5,199 (16GB+512GB, 16GB+1TB). Xiaomi 15 Ultra Photography Kit Legend Edition: RM 799.
- Xiaomi 15: From RM 3,499 (12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB).
Pre-orders from March 2nd to 7th include free premium gifts worth up to RM 3,300 and value-added benefits.
