Major Xiaomi launch event set for May 22: Xring 01, Xiaomi 15s Pro and more expected
Source: Xiaomi/ Weibo
advertisementThe upcoming launch event holds special significance as it marks Xiaomi's 15-year anniversary. To celebrate the milestone, the company appears to be going all out with a range of new launches — including the Xring 01 SoC (self-developed mobile chip), 15s Pro (successor to the 15 Pro), Pad 7 Ultra (joining the Pad 7 range of Android tablets) and YU7 (first-ever electric SUV).The highlight of the event will likely be the Xring 01 chip, which marks Xiaomi's re-entry into the mobile SoC space. This new chip is expected to power the upcoming Xiaomi 15s Pro. Early benchmarks suggest the Xring 01 features a 10-core CPU setup and an Immortalis-G925 GPU. It has reportedly scored 3,119 in single-core and 9,673 in multi-core Geekbench tests, putting it in the same league as top-end chips like Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite and MediaTek's Dimensity 9400.advertisementXiaomi's return to chip development isn't a one-off effort. The Xring 01 is part of a broader 10-year plan that involves an investment of around CNY 50 billion (roughly $6.9 billion or about Rs 59,246 crores). So far, the company has reportedly spent more than CNY 13.5 billion (approximately $1.9 billion or about Rs 15,998 crores ) on chip R&D.Also expected at the event is the Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra, a premium tablet rumoured to feature a 14-inch display with support for 3.2K resolution and LTPO technology. The tablet is said to come with advanced multi-window features and may be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset. Fast charging support of up to 120W is also expected.Lastly, Xiaomi will take the wraps off the YU7, its first electric SUV. The vehicle is expected to feature a Saturn ring-style tail-light and come with dual-motor options, offering peak power output of up to 390 horsepower. It is said to measure 4999mm x 1996mm x 1600mm in dimensions.
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