Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB Review
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 · 256GB
Specdex verdict The Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB earns a 91/100 — flagship-tier performance with no significant weak spots, a pick we'd recommend to anyone shopping in this category.
Xiaomi's Xiaomi 14 Ultra (256GB) — 2024 flagship-class device powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.
Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB versus its closest rivals
- +Competitive flagship specs
- +Regional value pricing
- +Distinctive design
- −US availability varies
- −Software skin learning curve
- −Update support shorter than Apple/Pixel
Who's the Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB for?
Quick verdicts for the most common buyer profiles, derived from the sub-scores above.
Performance is comfortably above mainstream but not bleeding-edge — suitable for moderate creative work, not the pick if you live in DaVinci Resolve.
Battery sub-score of 87 is solid but not class-leading — fine for typical days, charging top-up likely on heavy days.
Camera scores 91 — competent across most scenarios but watch our spec deltas vs the camera-flagships above.
At $1,579 you're in flagship territory — check the "cheaper alternatives" block below for nearer-equivalent picks at half the price.
In the box
What you get when you unbox the Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB.
- Device
- USB-C cable
- SIM ejector tool
- Quick-start guide
- Brand sticker
Standard contents — region/SKU may vary; confirm at retailer.
Full score breakdown
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Specifications
Manufacturer-sourced where verifiable| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage | 256GB |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2024 |
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