What phones are Xiaomi: a full guide to the lines of 2026

Xiaomi is one of the world’s largest smartphone manufacturers, offering devices for every taste and budget. From overbudget devices for 10,000 rubles to premium flagships with a price tag under 100,000, the brand’s range can confuse even an experienced buyer. In this article, we will analyze all the current Xiaomi smartphone lineups, their key features and help determine which model is right for you.

It's important to understand that Xiaomi uses a complex branding system: one name can hide completely different device positioning. For example, the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ and Xiaomi 14 Ultra are both phones of the same company, but the first refers to the mid-range segment, and the second to top-end solutions with a price like the iPhone Pro Max. To make sure you choose, let's understand the classification.

1. Budget smartphones: the line of Redmi and POCO

If you want a low-cost phone for calls, social media, and simple tasks, look at the budget line of Redmi and POCO. These are the most affordable devices in the Xiaomi ecosystem, but even here there is a gradation in capabilities.

The Redmi A line (for example, the Redmi A3) is the cheapest Xiaomi smartphones with a price of 6,000 rubles, but with serious limitations: weak processors, little RAM (often 2/32 GB), a plastic body and a base camera. These devices will suit the elderly or those who need a second phone “to call.” But the Redmi 13C or POCO M6 already offer more balanced characteristics: processors Helio G85/G99, 90 Hz screen and dual camera for 12,000-15,000 rubles.

• 💰 Price: from 6 000 to 20 000 rubles
• 🔋 Battery: 5000–6,000 mAh (long running time)
• 📱 Screen: 6.5–6.8 inches, 60–120 Hz
• 🚀 Processors: Helio G36/G85/G99, Snapdragon 4 Gen 2

⚠️ Note: Budget Xiaomi smartphones often suffer from slow operation in 1-2 years due to weak iron and cheap memory eMMC 5.1. If you plan to use the phone longer, take a model with a new model. UFS 2.2. (e.g, POCO X6 Neo).

2.Middle segment: Redmi Note and POCO X/F

This is the most popular category of Xiaomi smartphones – here the price/quality ratio is often the best on the market. the Redmi Note line (for example, the Redmi Note 13 Pro+) offers:

• 📸 Cameras: the main module on 200 MP (in top versions) with Leica optics
• 🔄 Screen: AMOLED 120Hz and Dolby Vision support
• ⚡ Charging: 67-120 W (full charge in 20-30 minutes)

The POCO X/F lineup (like the POCO F6 Pro) is aimed at gamers and heavy-iron enthusiasts. Here you’ll find Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, steam-camera cooling systems and HDR10+ screens. The main difference from the Redmi Note is its more aggressive design and focus on performance rather than cameras.

Who will do it for: These phones are ideal for those who want a modern device with good cameras, fast charging and performance, but are not ready to overpay for premium branding. For example, the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ is not inferior to the flagships of two years ago, but costs 2 times cheaper.

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If you choose between the Redmi Note and the POCO X, look for the processor: POCO usually has more powerful Snapdragon chips, and the Redmi Note has more balanced Dimensity with better energy efficiency.

3. flagship smartphones: Xiaomi 14 and Mix Fold

Top Xiaomi models compete with Samsung Galaxy S Ultra and iPhone Pro. Here you will find:

• 📱 Screens: 2K AMOLED with Dolby Vision support and HDR10+, 120Hz
• 📸 Cameras: collaboration with Leica, optical zoom lenses, sensors by 1 inch
• ⚡ Charging: 90–120 W (wired) + 50 W (wireless)
• 🛡️ Materials: Ceramics, titanium, glass Gorilla Glass Victus 2

The flagship Xiaomi 14 series includes three models:

Xiaomi 14 – compact (6.36) with a focus on cameras

Xiaomi 14 Pro – with a screen 6.73” and zoom lens 3.2x;

Xiaomi 14 Ultra – with a 50 MP camera (1-inch sensor) and optical zoom 5x.

Separately, it is worth highlighting the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 - a foldable smartphone with an internal screen of 8.03" and an external 6.56 ". This device is for enthusiasts: the price starts from 120,000 rubles, but you get the performance of the flagship, multitasking on the big screen and a unique design.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi flagships are often sold at a low price for the first 1-2 months after release (promotions, discounts for early buyers). If you do not chase a novelty, wait 3-4 months and buy cheaper by 10-15%.

4. Gaming phones: Black Shark

The Black Shark line is a separate Xiaomi line specializing in gaming smartphones, the latest models (Black Shark 6 Pro) are equipped with:

• 🎮 Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 with overclocking
• 🔥 Cooling: liquid system with fan (included)
• 🕹️ Screen: 6.67" AMOLED, 144Hz, support HDR10+
• 🎧 Sound: stereo speakers with support DTS:X Ultra
• 🔋 Battery: 5000 mAh + charging 120 watts

Black Shark features physical triggers on the body (similar to L2/R2 on the gamepad), which can be configured for any game, and there is also Shark Space mode - an optimized shell for games with notification lock and overclocking of the processor.

For whom: These phones will suit avid mobile gamers, streamers or those who want maximum performance for emulators (like the PS2 or Nintendo Switch). For normal use, Black Shark is redundant - it's better to consider the POCO F6 Pro.

5. Unique and experimental models

Xiaomi is known not only for mass-market smartphones, but also for experimental devices that are rare among competitors.

• 📱 Xiaomi Mix Flip - folding phone with a vertical folding (similar to Samsung Galaxy Z Flip). is compact and stylish design, but not officially presented in Russia.
• 🔋 Xiaomi 11T Pro is the first smartphone to charge 120 watts (full charge in 17 minutes).+ similarly-engineered.
• 📡 Xiaomi 13 Lite is one of the thinnest smartphones (7.23 mm) with a double frontal chamber (32+8 MP for selfies.
• 🤖 Xiaomi CyberOne is a humanoid robot (not a smartphone, but part of the ecosystem) that is a concept for now, but could integrate with the brand’s smartphones in the future.

These devices are usually limited in batches or test new technologies, and if you like unusual technology, watch Xiaomi at MWC or CES.

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Experimental Xiaomi models often don’t get a global release. Before buying, check for support for Russian frequencies (for example, LTE Band 20 for Tele2) and the presence of Russian firmware.

6 How to choose a Xiaomi smartphone for your needs

To avoid making a mistake with the choice, answer a few questions:

1. Budget budget: 💵 Up to 15,000. ₽ → Redmi A3, POCO M6 💵 15 000–30 000 ₽ → Redmi Note 13, POCO X6 Neo 💵 30 000–50 000 ₽ → Redmi Note 13 Pro+, POCO F6 Pro 💵 From 50,000. ₽ → Xiaomi 14, Mix Fold 3

Priorities:

• 📸 Photo/video → Xiaomi 14 Ultra or Redmi Note 13 Pro+ (Leica-optic)
• 🎮 Games → Black Shark 6 Pro or Black Shark POCO F6 Pro
• 🔋 Autonomy → any model with a 5000 battery+ mAh, for example, POCO M6 Pro)
• 📱 Compactness → Xiaomi 14 (6.36) or Xiaomi 13 Lite (7.23 mm)

Also pay attention to update support: flagships (Xiaomi 14) get 4 years of Android updates, and budget models (Redmi A) – only 1-2 years.

Ensure support for Russian LTE-frequency (Band 3, 7, 20)

Check for NFC (if required for payment)

Evaluate the battery capacity (minimum 4500 mAh for comfortable operation)

View reviews about the quality of cameras (especially in poor lighting)

Check if there is a charge set (new models often only cable)

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7.Where to buy and what to look out for

Official channels of purchase of Xiaomi smartphones in Russia:

• 🛒 Official website: mi.com/ru (guarantee 12–24 month)
• 🏬 Salons: Communication, MTS, Beeline (often there are shares when buying with a tariff)
• 🌍 Marketplaces: Wildberries, Ozon, Yandex Market (check the seller!)

What to avoid:

• ❌ Buying "gray" phones (brought unofficially) - no guarantee, there may be problems with firmware.
• ❌ Too low price for a new model (risk of counterfeit or repaka").
• ❌ Buying without verification IMEI (You can check the website imei.info).

If you take your smartphone with you, be sure to check:

- Battery state (in settings: Settings → Battery → Battery state);

- The performance of all cameras and sensors;

- The original box and documents.

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When buying on Wildberries or Ozon, pay attention to reviews about a particular seller. Often, "official stores" on marketplaces sell phones without a full bundle (for example, without charging).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi smartphones