Xiaomi today offers one of the widest ranges of smartphones on the market, from ultra-budget devices for 10 000 rubles to premium flagships with price tags under 100 000. On the one hand, there is an option for any wallet, on the other hand, it is easy to get confused in the abundance of series, sub-series and modifications.+ different POCO X6 Pro, and Xiaomi 14 Ultra – from Mix Fold 3, this article will help to systematize knowledge.
We will analyze all the current Xiaomi smartphone series (2026), explain their positioning, key features and target audience, you will learn which models are suitable for gaming, which are for photography, and which are simply profitable to buy for iron. Why is it sometimes cheap? POCO More powerful than expensive Redmi than dangerous global firmware and how not to overpay for unnecessary functions. At the end of the article, a unique comparison table on 10 key parameters that will help you visually assess the differences between the series.
1. Xiaomi Brand Structure: Who's Who
The first challenge for newcomers is the brands themselves within the Xiaomi ecosystem, which operates several sub-brands, each targeting a different audience, among which are the main ones:
- 📱 Xiaomi (main series) – flagship and premium models with top-end specs, advanced cameras and design. Price: from 50,000 to 120,000+ ruble.
- 💰 Redmi is a mass segment with a balance of price and performance, and here are budget devices for 10,000 rubles, and "almost-flagships" for 30,000-40,000.
- ⚡ POCO — They often offer the best hardware for their money, but they save on cameras, screens or design.
- 📺 Black Shark – specialized gaming smartphones with active cooling, triggers and RGB-In 2026, the series is actually absorbed. POCO.
It is important to understand that Redmi and POCO — These are not stripped-down versions of Xiaomi, but stand-alone brands with their own strategy, POCO F6 The Pro may be more powerful than the Redmi Note 13 Pro+, Although both fall into the same price category, the Xiaomi 14 and Redmi Note 13 are generally different, with the first for those who want the best photo and premium experience, the second for those who want a reliable device “cheaper».
⚠️ Attention: In 2023-2026, Xiaomi is actively revising the structure of brands. For example, the Mi series (formerly flagship) is now simply called Xiaomi (for example, Xiaomi 14 instead of Mi 14). POCO It was then taken over by Black Shark, releasing POCO F6 Pro with gamer chips. Keep an eye out for the current names when buying!
2. Xiaomi Series (flagships and premium)
These are the top devices of the company that compete with the Samsung Galaxy S, iPhone and OPPO Find X. Here you'll find the best cameras, the most powerful processors and premium body materials. In 2026, the lineup includes the most powerful cameras:
- 📸 Xiaomi 14 / 14 Pro / 14 Ultra – flagships with Snapdragon processor 8 Gen 3, screen 2K 120 Hz and Leica cameras (co-development). The Ultra version stands out with a huge sensor on the main camera (1 inch) and a telephoto lens with 3,2x zoom.
- 📱 Xiaomi 13T / 13T Pro — “lightweight” flagships of 2023 with a processor Mediatek Dimensity 8200 Ultra (in the 13T Pro. Excellent choice if you need a top-end device, but do not want to overpay for Ultra.
- 🔄 Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 – foldable smartphone with internal E6 AMOLED-The screen and stylus support.competitor Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5.
Features of the flagships Xiaomi:
- 🔋 Fast charging (up to) 120W at 14 Pro) and wireless charging (50W–80W).
- 🎮 Optimization for gaming: 14 Pro and 14 Ultra have a cooling system with a steam chamber.
- 📷 Cameras with Leica optics and branded color profiles (e.g. Leica Authentic and Vibrant).
If you want the best photos/video, maximum performance or status machine, look towards this series. But be prepared for high prices: Xiaomi 14 Ultra in Russia costs about 110,000 rubles, and Mix Fold 3 – all 150 000 rubles.+. Here you will get the most support for updates (4-5 years of major Android updates).
3.Redmi series: from budget to "near-flagships"
Redmi is the most extensive and confusing lineup. It's easy to get lost here because the names are often repeated (e.g. Redmi Note 12 and Redmi 12 are different series!).
| subseries | Price range | Key chips | Examples of models (2023–2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note | 15 000 – 35 000 ₽ | Balanced devices with good screens (AMOLED 120Hz in Pro versions) and cameras. | Redmi Note 13 Pro+, Note 12 Turbo |
| Redmi (without Note) | 10 000 – 25 000 ₽ | Budget models with a focus on autonomy and basic tasks. IPS 90Hz, the cameras are simple. | Redmi 13C, Redmi 12 |
| Redmi K | 25 000 – 45 000 ₽ | «The flagship killers with top-end processors (Snapdragon 8)+ Gen 1) and fast charging (120W). Design and cameras are weaker than Xiaomi. | Redmi K70 Pro, K60 Ultra |
Redmi's main pitfall is the difference between the global and Chinese versions.+ 5G In China, it is equipped with a Mediatek Dimensity 7200 Ultra processor, and the global version (for Russia / Europe) is on Snapdragon. 7s Gen 2.This isn’t always a bad thing, but it’s worth checking out a specific modification before buying.
Who's the fit?
- 💼 Redmi Note – for those who want to AMOLED-screen and decent cameras for sane money, like the Note 13 Pro+ 30,000 rubles offers 200 MP main camera and charging 120W.
- 🎯 Redmi (without Note) — if you want the cheapest smartphone for calls, social networks and YouTube.
- 🎮 Redmi K is for gamers and those who want a top-end processor, but are not willing to pay for the Xiaomi or Xiaomi brand. POCO.
⚠️ Note: In the series Redmi Note often found models with suffixes Pro, Pro+, For example, the Redmi Note 12 Pro.+ More powerful than the Note 12 Pro, but you should not always overpay: sometimes the difference is only in charging (for example, the difference is not always the same, 67W vs 120W). Compare the characteristics carefully!
4. Series POCO: Maximum productivity for minimum money
POCO — It's a brand for those who are willing to sacrifice some of their chips for a powerful processor and a low price, and you won't find premium materials or supercameras here, but you'll get the best ratio of hardware to price on the market:
- 🚀 POCO F is the flagship killer, POCO F6 Pro is equipped with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (as in Redmi) K60) screen-wise 2K 120 Hz, but cheaper than Xiaomi 13T.
- ⚡ POCO X – Balanced Middle Class Apparatus. POCO X6 Pro (2026) received Mediatek Dimensity 8300 Ultra – one of the best processors in its segment.
- 💰 POCO M - ultra-budgetary models (e.g, POCO M6 Pro for 12,000 rubles. They already save on everything except the processor.
Advantages POCO:
- 🔥 Performance: often used processors from the flagships of the previous year (for example, Snapdragon 870 in the POCO F4).
- 🔋 Fast charging: even in budget models can be found 33W–67W.
- 🎯 Price: POCO X6 Pro with Dimensity 8300 Ultra is worth it ~25 000 rubles, while similar devices of other brands - from 35 000.
Disadvantages:
- 📷 Cameras often lose even Redmi Note of the same price category.
- 🖥️ Screens in budget models — IPS 60Hz or 90Hz (while Redmi Note already offers) AMOLED 120 Hz).
- 🛠️ Fewer updates: POCO Usually gets 2-3 years of updates against 4 years from Xiaomi.
If you want a powerful processor for gaming or multitasking, but it doesn't matter the cameras or the premium design — POCO Your choice, for example, POCO F6 Pro pulls all modern games on the maximum settings, and stands as an average Redmi Note.
Check the CPU version (Chinese/Global may differ)
Compare with similar Redmis – sometimes the camera or screen is better than the competitor
Make sure the model is officially sold in your area (no firmware issues)
Evaluate autonomy: POCO Often save on the battery for the sake of a thin body-->
5 How not to make a mistake with the choice: 5 key questions
To avoid getting confused by the abundance of models, answer these questions before buying:
- What budget is it? 💰 10 000 – 20 000 ₽: Watch out for Redmi. 13C, POCO M6 Pro. 💰 20 000 – 35 000 ₽: Redmi Note 13 Pro+, POCO X6 Pro. 💰 35 000 – 60 000 ₽: Redmi K70 Pro, Xiaomi 13T. 💰 60 000+ ₽: Xiaomi 14, Mix Fold 3.
- Which is more important: camera, performance or autonomy? 📷 Camera: Xiaomi 14 Ultra > Xiaomi 13T Pro > Redmi Note 13 Pro+. 🎮 Productivity: POCO F6 Pro > Redmi K70 Pro > Xiaomi 13T. 🔋 Autonomy: Redmi 13C (battery + IPS-screen) > POCO M6 Pro.
Should I? 5G?
In 2026, most models from 20 000 rubles support 5G, But in the budget segment, there are still 4G-versions (e.g. Redmi 12) 4G). If you want future compatibility, take the model with 5G.
Where will you buy it?
Official stores (Mi Store, Messenger, MTS) guarantee global firmware and support. On AliExpress or in the “gray” stores you can run into the Chinese version with restrictions (for example, without Google Play).
Are updates important?
Xiaomi and Redmi get 4 years of updates, POCO — If you plan to use your phone for a long time, take the first or second series.
If you are in doubt between the two models, compare them on 5 key parameters:
- Processor (e.g. Snapdragon 7)+ Gen 2 vs Dimensity 7200).
- Screen type (AMOLED 120 Hz vs. IPS 90 Hz).
- Battery capacity and charging speed.
- Main camera (resolution and aperture, for example, 200 MPP f/1.6).
- Presence NFC, IR-port, stereo speakers.
How to check the originality of Xiaomi before buying?
6. Comparative table of Xiaomi series (2026)
To visually measure the differences between the series, we put the key parameters together in one table, and you can see the selected cells, which are the best in the category.
| Parameter | Xiaomi (flagships) | Redmi Note | Redmi K | POCO F/X | POCO M |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price, ₽ | 50 000 – 150 000 | 15 000 – 35 000 | 25 000 – 45 000 | 20 000 – 40 000 | 10 000 – 20 000 |
| Processor (example) | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Dimensity 8300 Ultra | Helio G99 |
| Screen. | 2K AMOLED 120 Hz, LTPO | FHD+ AMOLED 120 Hz (in Pro) | 2K AMOLED 120 Hz | FHD+ AMOLED 120 Hz | HD+ IPS 60/90 Hz |
| Main camera. | 50 MP (1 inch) + Leica | 200 MP (in Pro)+) | 50–64 MP | 64 MPs | 13-50 MP |
| Battery/charge | 5,000 mAh / 90W–120W | 5,000 mAh / 33W–120W | 5000 mAh / 120W | 5,000 mAh / 67W–120W | 5,000 mAh / 18W–33W |
| Android Updates | 4-5 years | 3-4 years | 3 years | 2–3 years | 2 years |
| For whom? | Photographers, enthusiasts, status | Price/quality balance | Gamers, power at a low price | Max: Productivity for a Minimum Money | Minimalists, second phone. |
An important nuance: the table shows the typical specs, but the specific models may differ.+ It has a 200 MP camera, and POCO X6 — Only 64 MP, although both are middle class.Always check the specifications of a particular model on the official website before buying.
7. Frequent Mistakes When Choosing Xiaomi
Even experienced users sometimes make the mistake of buying Xiaomi smartphones, and here are the most common mistakes and how to avoid them:
- 🔄 Name confusion: Redmi Note 12 Pro and Redmi 12 Pro are different phones! The first is the Note series (middle class), the second is the budget line of Redmi. Always check the full model name.
- 🌍 Chinese vs global version: Chinese models (e.g. with suffix) CN) You may not support Google Play, have a different set of frequencies. 4G/5G Cyrillic only in alternative firmware. Buy only global versions (Global suffixes, EEA, RU).
- 🔋 Overpayment for fast charging: Not always 120W For example, the Redmi Note 13 Pro.+ It charges in 19 minutes, but the battery wears out faster. If you don't have a critical speed, take a model with a battery. 33W or 67W.
- 📡 Absence NFC: In budget models (Redmi) 13C, POCO M6) often NFC. If you pay by phone, check this setting!
- 🔊 Monodynamic instead of stereo: Cheap devices usually have a single speaker. For music and games, use models with stereo sound (for example, Redmi Note 13 Pro).+).
Another trap is the old models, pretending to be new ones, like the Redmi Note 11 or the Redmi Note 11, which is still on sale in 2026. POCO X4 Pro for the new Note 12 or X5. Always check the model release date (can be found on GSMArena or in Settings). → The phone).
⚠️ Attention: In models POCO Redmi K is sometimes missing. IR-If you want to control your air conditioner or TV from your smartphone, check this point before you buy. POCO F6 Pro IR-There is no port, but in the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ he is.