Xiaomi has officially confirmed that the Xiaomi 18 Pro series will launch globally on November 17. The launch event takes place in Paris at 13:00 UTC. Furthermore, Xiaomi will livestream the event on YouTube and X. Both the Xiaomi 18 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are coming. Consequently, the confirmation ends weeks of speculation about the date.
- Global launch confirmed for November 17 in Paris, with a worldwide livestream.
- Both Pro models are coming — no standard Xiaomi 18 and no Ultra at this event.
- Headline features include a rear Back Display, dual 200MP Leica cameras and a new Velvet Red colour.
Key Details & Core Impact
2.7-inch Rear Back Display
The 18 Pro adds a 2.7-inch rear display, while the Pro Max uses a 2.9-inch version.
Dual 200MP Leica Cameras
Both phones share a Leica system with a 200MP main camera and a 200MP 3.2x periscope telephoto.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6
The 18 Pro debuts the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, and the Pro Max uses the Extreme Gen 6 version.
7,000mAh & 8,500mAh Batteries
The 18 Pro packs a 7,000mAh battery, while the Pro Max packs a larger 8,500mAh battery.
100W Wired Charging
Both phones support 100W wired charging, 50W wireless charging and 27W reverse charging.
New Velvet Red
Velvet Red joins Black, Cosmic Blue and White as the new colour for the global launch.
Specifically, the Xiaomi 18 Pro uses a 6.4-inch LTPO AMOLED display. The screen offers 2K resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate and 4,000 nits of peak brightness. Furthermore, Dragon Crystal Glass 3 protects the display. Furthermore, the Leica camera setup also includes a 50MP ultrawide camera. In addition, a 50MP selfie camera sits on the front. The phone also adds a hardware-level privacy display. Finally, it runs Android 17 with HyperOS 4.
Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max uses a larger 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED display. Similarly, it matches the Pro with 120Hz refresh and 4,000-nit peak brightness. Furthermore, it shares the same Leica camera system. As a result, buyers get the same dual 200MP setup in a bigger phone.
Crucially, Xiaomi has not announced global pricing yet. In China, the 18 Pro starts at CNY 6,000, about $895. The 18 Pro Max starts at CNY 7,000, about $1,050. However, a leak points to a possible €1,399 starting price in the Eurozone. That figure remains unconfirmed, so treat it as a rumour only. In addition, Xiaomi lists Black, Cosmic Blue, White and Velvet Red as the launch colours. Notably, Velvet Red is new for the global launch. You can follow official launch details on Xiaomi’s official site.
Context & Background
Previously, tipsters had shared the November 17 date, but Xiaomi had not confirmed it. Xiaomi made the date official on November 9. This marks the first global launch for Xiaomi’s Pro models. The phones first went on sale in China on September 23.
Earlier Tech Mansion coverage tracked the series going global, with leaked prices. That earlier report also tipped the November 17 date. For full specifications, see the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max device page.
Industry Reaction & Consumer Next Steps
In short, the confirmation removes the biggest unknown around the launch. Specifically, buyers now know the date, the place and the two models. However, pricing remains the key open question for global buyers. Consequently, the livestream will carry the most important details.
Meanwhile, Xiaomi has not announced a US release. Watch the Paris livestream on November 17 for pricing and availability. The event starts at 13:00 UTC on YouTube and X.
September 23: The Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max first went on sale in China. November 9: Xiaomi officially confirmed the November 17 global launch. November 17: Xiaomi launches the 18 Pro series globally in Paris at 13:00 UTC.
