After weeks of rumors and speculations, the first concrete pieces relating to the next generation of flagships by Xiaomi began to arrive; In particular, Xiaomi 16 shows itself for the first time in an exclusive render Cad, which reveals its lines, proportions and some key characteristics. In addition, there is no lack of some clues about the superior models of the same series, in particular Xiaomi 16s Pro and Xiaomi 16 Ultra.
Minimal and compact design, that’s how Xiaomi 16 could be
The shared technical image, without textures, logos or colors as per tradition for the CADs, shows a Compact device, with slightly rounded edges and a flat panela choice increasingly appreciated by users who favor usability and safe grip.
On the back a slightly protruding rectangular photographic module, which houses three triangle cameras flanked by an LED flash and an additional sensorin all probability dedicated to laser focus or other support functions.
In the lower part there is a USB-C port, a single speaker and the trolley for the SIM, while on the left side there are the buttons for the adjustment of the volume and the ignition. A design therefore sober but refined, with general dimensions that suggest a display between 6.32 inches and 6.36 inches, perfect for those looking for a pocket flagship without sacrificing power or multimedia.
As for power, Xiaomi 16 will be One of the first smartphones to mount the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2expected to debut during the Snapdragon Summit 2025, of which the dates have recently been made official.
Qualcomm and Xiaomi have in fact announced a New multi -year collaboration agreementa sign that the strategic partnership between the two giants is far from concluded.
The new chip promises a 30% boost to the GPU and 25% to the CPU compared to its predecessor, making it a theoretically ideal choice for gaming, advanced IA and intensive multitasking; The CEO Lei Jun stressed the central role of Qualcomm in the development of the Xiaomi premium line, however leaving room for another important novelty: while Xiaomi 16 and 16 Pro will rely on the Snapdragon processor just mentioned, the Chinese house confirmed that the future Xiaomi 16s Pro and 16 ultra could be equipped with xringthe owner SoC already in the implementation phase on the new Xiaomi 15s Pro.
A targeted and strategic choice, Xring will only be used on selected models, indicating that it is a solution designed to enhance super premium products, at least until the production capacity is able to support greater volumes.
Nothing new instead on the front of the alleged technical specifications of Xiaomi 16, the previous rumors outline a device ready to challenge the big names in the sector:
- 6.32-6.36-inch flat OLED display, with ultra-thin frames for an immersive effect
- 6,800 mAh battery with quick charging to 100 W, a clear leap forward compared to the current generation
- Triple 50 MP camera, with periscopic teleobjective and co-engineering with Leica
- IP69 certification and metal body for maximum durability
- Hyperos 3.0 based on Android 16, with IA functions for a personalized and smart experience
The launch of the Xiaomi 16 is scheduled for September 2025 in China, with a global presentation expected at the Mobile World Congress 2026; Next to the basic model there will also be Xiaomi 16 Pro (with 6.85 -inch display) and later the top of the absolute Xiaomi 16 Ultra, scheduled for 2026. According to the first rumors the price of the Pro model could exceed 700 dollars.
Ultimately, the CAD render of the smartphone offers us a concrete taste of the design and design approach of the Chinese parent company for its new line of flagships; Compact, powerful, elegant and ready to exploit the best of Qualcomm. Users looking for a top -of -the -range top of the range but without compromise have all the reasons to start the countdown.
