Xiaomi Introduces the 13 Pro Flagship With 1-Inch Sensor
At MWC in Barcelona, Xiaomi will unveil their 13 Pro flagship with a 1-inch sensor and Leica lens, plus premium build quality.
The new flagship is available to buy in China, India and international markets at a price point of EUR1,299 for the 12GB RAM/256GB storage variant.
1. One-inch sensor
At MWC in Barcelona, Xiaomi unveiled their 13 Pro flagship with an innovative 1-inch sensor in its main camera – making it one of the rare phone models to boast this capability. Not only does the phone boast top-of-the-line hardware specs, but it is also the first device to utilize this new sensor technology.
Leica-designed triple camera system featuring a 50MP OIS main sensor, 12MP ultrawide lens and 10MP telephoto unit. The latter can zoom up to 3.2X digital lossless zoom for enhanced clarity and detail.
On top of the display, there’s a hole-punch cutout for a 32MP front camera with dual framing (0.8x and 1x) mode, night mode, and compatibility with AI face unlock.
For display, the 13 Pro offers a 6.73-inch WQHD+ AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate and support for HDR10+ and Dolby Vision playback. Its curved edge display boasts 1,900-nit peak brightness, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection.
The 13 Pro features a ceramic black back with a polished finish, making it slightly heavier than its smaller counterparts but still comfortable to hold and IP68 dust and water resistant. While larger than the Galaxy S23 Ultra, the 13 Pro feels comfortable to hold while being less bulky than some of Apple’s latest phones.
2. Leica lens
Xiaomi’s 13 Pro flagship boasts an eye-catching design and top-tier internals. Additionally, Xiaomi has collaborated with imaging specialist Leica since last year, meaning this upcoming device is packed with computational photography features.
The 13 Pro features a triple camera setup on the back, with Leica Vario-Summicron 1:1.8-2.2/15-75 ASPH covering focal lengths from 23mm to 75mm. The telephoto camera boasts an f/1.9 aperture, Hyper OIS technology, and an impressive 3x zoom range.
On the main camera, you have two Leica shooting modes to choose from: Authentic which maintains accuracy and boosts saturation; Vibrant offers a more visually appealing image. Filters can also be applied and enjoy that classic Leica shutter sound whenever you take a snap.
Leica also gave their front camera a makeover, featuring a 32-megapixel sensor and featuring Hyper OIS and native 3x zoom capabilities on both wide angle and telephoto lenses. Furthermore, 10MP ultrawide cameras with an f/2.0 aperture were added for added depth of field.
In terms of hardware, the 13 Pro is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and equipped with LPDDR5X memory and next-gen UFS 4.0 storage.
The Leica lens is an integral component of a smartphone’s appeal, and those who enjoy taking photos on their phones will be thrilled by what this new 13 Pro offers. We can’t wait to see how this works out!
3. Fast charging
The Xiaomi 13 Pro is their newest flagship smartphone. Featuring a 6.73-inch curved display with an adaptive refresh rate of 1Hz to 120Hz (AdaptiveSync Pro), Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, 12GB of RAM and either 256GB or 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage, this phone offers plenty of power and performance for everyday use.
It also features a 4820 mAh battery with 120W fast charging capabilities, charging to 100% in just 19 minutes. Furthermore, its other battery-friendly features include energy management technology to maximize idle time.
For those seeking a top-of-the-line premium phone that provides impressive battery life, the Xiaomi 13 Pro is your perfect option. It boasts an impressive 4820 mAh Li-polymer battery that’s supported by 120W fast charger and features excellent idle time optimization to maximize energy efficiency during standby periods.
Camera-wise, the device boasts a Leica-tuned 50MP f/1.9 main camera with OIS and 32MP punch-hole selfie camera that supports HDR and HDR+. Additionally, there’s an f/2.0 telephoto lens capable of 3.2x optical zoom as well as an f/2.2 ultrawide snapper.
Comparing to other flagships from Samsung and Google, the Xiaomi 13 Pro fared much better in Geekbench CPU benchmarks. It beat both the Galaxy S23 Ultra with its customized Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip as well as the Pixel 7 Pro’s Tensor G2-powered chip.
It also features a fingerprint sensor on the back and is IP68-rated for water and dust resistance. Overall, this smartphone looks good and performs well – an impressive alternative to flagship models like the Galaxy S23 Plus or iPhone 14 Pro.
4. Snapdragon 845
At MWC in Barcelona today, Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi unveiled their 13 Pro flagship with 1-inch sensor. This is the newest in a long line of high-end phones from the company and will be available to consumers around the world for the first time ever.
This phone is powered by Qualcomm’s top-of-the-line Snapdragon 845 processor and it comes in various RAM and storage configurations. Furthermore, it’s part of Google’s Android One program, meaning you’ll always have access to the latest Android version as well as updates quickly.
This laptop features a 6.73-inch display with 120Hz refresh rate and 1920 x 1080 resolution, as well as HDR10+ support and WideVine L1 certification. Plus, the screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus from Corning.
The Xiaomi 13 Pro boasts a Snapdragon 845 processor as well as a Leica-branded triple rear camera system featuring 50MP main sensor, 12MP ultra-wide lens, and 10MP telephoto lens. This setup is engineered to deliver superior imaging quality regardless of lighting conditions while reducing noise for improved clarity in low light scenes.
Additionally, the phone features an in-display fingerprint scanner and supports for various premium display standards. Its 6.73-inch curved-edge screen offers 1,900 nits peak brightness with a pixel density of 522ppi – significantly better than the competition’s average 720p resolution.
5. 6. 6.36-inch display
The Xiaomi 13 Pro is an impressive flagship that packs in plenty of great features and makes for an ideal photography phone. It boasts a huge 6.73-inch Quad HD+ OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+, high brightness of 1900 nits, as well as Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection.
This model is IP68 certified, meaning that it can withstand water and dust without letting any in or taking damage. Additionally, the Leica triple rear camera system features a 50MP main sensor with OIS, 12MP ultra-wide lens, and 10MP telephoto lens for added versatility.
It features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and either 8GB or 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM as well as 256GB UFS 4.0 storage, all priced at 3999 yuan ($573) for the standard version and 4999 yuan ($717) for the Pro model.
This phone offers an unbeatable price for its big screen, superior camera system and impressive raw performance. However, it falls short of Samsung’s Galaxy S23 series and the Google Pixel 7 Pro in some categories such as GPU and video transcoding benchmarks.
Despite its large screen, the device remains comfortable to hold in hand and fits neatly in pockets. Furthermore, it’s thinner and lighter than many modern flagships, making it more enjoyable to use in all situations.
7. Android 13
Android 13 is an upgraded operating system announced by Google in September of last year. It represents a major advancement from previous iterations of Android OS, and should provide enhanced performance and user experience enhancements.
The main improvement included in Android 5.0 is its support for a wider variety of screen resolutions and refresh rates. This means the standard Xiaomi 13 can now offer 1080p on its 6.36-inch OLED panel, while the Pro flagship offers 1440p on its 6.7-inch display.
Another significant enhancement is the addition of support for various HDR technologies, such as Dolby Vision, HLG and HDR10+.
Though this is an impressive feature, it isn’t without its drawbacks. The menu system isn’t particularly user-friendly and navigating through apps that come preloaded can be tedious.
Additionally, the bloatware is difficult to uninstall. Xiaomi’s MIUI UI adds some Apple-esque elements such as the separate notification tray and quick settings menu.
Thankfully, the company is committed to three major updates and five years of security patches. While that may not be enough to compete with the competition, it does go a long way toward keeping your phone up-to-date and secure.
