Xiaomi 14 Ultra

Xiaomi 14 Ultra 5G in Kenya

Xiaomi 14 Ultra price in Kenya is Ksh 25,000. It features a curved liquid 6.73-inch 120Hz LTPO AMOLED infused with Xiaomi Shield Glass. It has a refined appearance with an eco-leather back and Aluminium frames and an IP68 waterproof rating for durability. Regarding memory, you get up to 16GB RAM with up to 1TB of internal storage supported by UFS 4.0. For the cameras, the device supports a quad rear camera set consisting of 50MP (wide), 50MP telephoto, 50MP periscope telephoto, and a 50MP Ultrawide camera with HDR, PDAF, OIS, Panorama, optical zoom, Leica lens, and LED Flash features and 8k video support. The front camera supports a 32MP wide camera with HDR and 4k video support.

The Xiaomi 14 ultra runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) Soc with an octa-core CPU Adreno 750 GPU. It is embedded in the upgraded user-friendly HyperOS based on Android 14. Powering the phone is a massive storage 5000mAh Li-Po non-removable battery charged by a 90W wired supercharger via USB Type C 2.0 charger or 80W wired charger. It supports 10W reverse wireless charging. The phone supports features like an under-display fingerprint scanner, accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity sensors, Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi, and GPS-enabled. You also get a stereo speaker, NFC, and infrared. Xiaomi 14 Ultra is available in Black, Blue, White, and Titanium Gray at PhonePrice Kenya.

Xiaomi 14 Ultra Specifications

Feature	Specs
Brand	Xiaomi
Model	14 Ultra
Availability	February, 2024
Price	Ksh. 25,000-28,000
RAM	12GB, 16GB
Internal Storage	256GB,512GB, 1TB UFS 4.0
SD Card Slot	No
Weight	200g or 206g
Dimensions	162.2×75.7×8.5mm (6.39×2.98×0.33 in)
Display	Type: LTPO AMOLED Size: 6.73-inches Protection: Xiaomi Shield Glass Resolution: 1440 x 3200 pixels, 522 ppi Brightness: 1000nits (HBM), 3000 nits (Peak) Refresh Rate: 120Hz Features: HDR10+, 68B colors, Dolby Vision
Operating System	Android 14, Hyper OS
Chipset	Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm)
CPU	Octa-core (1×3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3×3.2GHz Cortex-A720& 2×3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2×2.3GHz Cortex-A520)
GPU	Adreno 750
Camera	Rear Camera ·       50MP of f/1.6-f/4.0, 23mm wide, PDAF, OIS, laser AF ·       50MP f/1.9, 50mm Telephoto, 3.2x optical zoom, dual-pixel PDAF, OIS ·       50MP f/2.5 120mm Periscope Telephoto, 5x optical zoom, dual pixel PDAF ·       50MP f/1.8,12mm, 122 Ultrawide, Dual-pixel PDAF ·       Videos up to 8k@24fps, gyro-EIS, Dolby Vision HDR ·       Leica lens, LED Flash, HDR, Panorama Selfie Camera 32MP,f/2.0, 22mm, Wide Supporting videos up to 4k, Gyro-EIS HDR, Panorama
Network	GSM, HPSA, LTE, 5G
SIM Card	Nano Dual sim
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LHDC
Loudspeaker	Yes, Stereo speakers
3.5mm audio jack	No 24-bit Hi-Res & Hi-Res wireless audio
Wi-Fi & WLAN	·       Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band ·       Wi-Fi Direct ·       Hotspot
USB	USB Type-C 3.2 for data transfer, charging
Radio	No
Infrared	Yes
NFC	Yes
Positioning	GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavlC
Sensor	Fingerprint (Under the display, Optical), accelerometer, proximity, Gyro, compass, Color spectrum, barometer, two-way satellite communication
Battery	Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Fast Charging	90W wired, PD 3.0, QC4 80W wireless 10W reverse wireless
IP Rating	IP68 Water and dust resistance
Color	Black, Blue, White, Titanium Gray

Built to Last

Xiaomi 14 Ultra has a beautiful and stylish body that will make you stand out. The phone features an afront, glass or eco-leather back, and titanium or aluminum alloy frames which effortlessly lend to give you a study phone. Regarding reliability, the glass frame is protected by Xiaomi Shield glass which ensures no scratches or breakage during accidental falls. The back features the latest nano-tech vegan leather that is stain, bacteria, wear, and scratch resistant. Additionally, the phone is very light with about 206g weight and has 8.5mm thickness, giving a comfortable grip. Xiaomi 14 Ultra combines comfort, reliability, and durability in its handset. To crown the durability status of the 14 Ultra is the IP68 Water resistance. A phone that can withstand water up to 50m for 30 minutes is the peace of mind you need. Choose between the amazing Black, Blue, White, and Titanium Gray colors to complement your style.

Superb Display

Unlock a world of possibilities over the superior 6.73-inch liquid LTPO AMOLED crafted with precision and power. The screen is incorporated with Xiaomi Shield glass that ensures high temperature, drop, and scratch resistance. Enjoy this clear transparent and wear-resistant display that gives you comfort and assurance of use. The display boosts up to 120Hz refresh rate for fluid scrolling and fast responsive app loading for your daily use whether just scrolling through, gaming, or performing other phone-based tasks. Enjoy the brightest screen ever with up to 3000nits brightness that comes in handy when using the phone in full daylight and about 522 ppi density for a clear viewing experience. Additionally, the display is supported by Dolby Vision and HDR10+ which makes it ideal for cinematic viewing of videos, movies, and gaming.

Performance

Processor

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra is an extremely powerful 4nm Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3  that combines peak performance and power efficiency even during extreme gaming or multitasking. The chipset comes with an Octa-core CPU and Adreno 750 GPU. The SoC enables enhanced phone performance, allowing you to multitask, play intensive games with real-time 3D graphic rendering, explore your creativity, and perform other tasks smoothly at low power consumption.

Dual Channel IceLoop Cooling System

The phone comes with a liquid cooling system that enhances the cooling experience. There is also a dedicated thermal loop for cameras given the intensive camera capabilities. This dual design enhances efficiency as the phone stays cool through all the intensive gaming, multitasking, and camera functions.

Updated OS

Xiaomi 14 Ultra operates within Android 14’s HyperOs an upgrade from the Xiaomi 13 Android 13. This user-friendly interface provides a rich Android ecosystem with smart AI features. Explore customizable settings, personalize your home and lock screen appearance, and dictate how you want to view your notifications. Additionally, you are assured of an optimal phone experience with timely security and system updates.

Battery and Charging

Powering the Xiaomi 14 Ultra is a massive storage 5000mAh Li-Po non-removable battery. This is a long-lasting battery that powers you through your daily phone use worry-free. When running low on charge, you get a 90W wired Hypercharger via USB C or 80W wireless charging. Amazingly you can reverse charge other compatible devices thanks to the 10W Reverse wireless capabilities. The battery is protected by a surge battery management system, a Xiaomi Surge P2 charging chipset that enhances efficiency by reducing energy loss, and a Surge G1 battery management chipset that ensures safe charging, battery status detection, and a healthy, long-lasting battery.

Memory

The phone’s memory is key to performance while enabling you to save files and media and install apps and games you need. To enable all this, Xiaomi 14 Ultra gives you large memory with up to 16 GB RAM and 1TB internal storage. This massive storage capacity serves you right, enabling more savings while enhancing performance without lags or system crashes. The ROM is supported by UFS 4.0 which helps prioritize storage, and file sharing and enables faster performance. Although the 14 Ultra does not support eternal storage, the available memory is sufficient.

Legendary Laica Camera

Xiaomi 14 Ultra offers a circular lens design that lets you in on a powerful imaging capability for great memories. The large aperture lens with perfect optical performance assures you of well-detailed and beautiful shots in any light circumstances with great color, contrast, and resolution. At the rear, you get a quad 50MP camera setup comprising of a 50MP main camera, 50MP Telephoto, 50MP periscope Telephoto, and 50MP Ultrawide camera that features optical zoom, AF, PDF, and OIS. Enjoy an optical effect bokeh that will transform every shot into a masterpiece and a 1-inch image sensor that will capture the beauty of the night highlighting every light and shadow in great detail. More cameras mean different aperture width that allows more light absorption hence clearer and richer shots. Leica quad cameras assure you of next-level photo and video experience, with 4 lenses and 6 focal lengths between 12mm-240mm for stunning close-ups and wide-angle shots. The camera also features 60TOPS computing power for best-in-class imaging like never before.

The phone is also your ultimate video companion, thanks to the Dual Native ISO Fusion Max and a 1-inch large sensor that produces cinematic 14EV dynamic footage. Capture more details and produce professional-grade videos with the sophistication and contrast that elevates your content. The rear camera captures videos of up to 8k with Dolby Vision HDR and gyro EIS. Say goodbye to blurs, noise, and lags while shooting your videos, and enjoy great video output for your work, social media, or marketing.

At the front is a 32MP selfie camera with a 22mm focal length that ensures you capture the beauty in its element. You also get to make awesome video calls ranging from simple FaceTime with friends and family to professional video calls for meetings, presentations, and interviews. Are you a vlogger or content creator? The selfie camera lets you record up to 4k videos with Gyro EIS stability. Overall, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra is your ultimate camera phone that will serve all your phone camera needs ranging from simple to professional shots, production, editing, and sharing.

Sound

4-Mic Array

Enjoy a surround sound 3D mic setup from your 14 Ultra. Xiaomi upgraded the sound system to let you in on an enhanced and immersive audio experience like never before. The mics support audio zoom and directional audio recording for a studio-quality recording effect from your phone. The mics also support crispy clear call experience.

Stereo Speakers

The phone has a stereo speaker system with Dolby Atmos that ensures you enjoy rich immersive audio when enjoying music, watching videos, gaming, or making calls. It does not have a 3.5mm audio jack but supports Hi-Res audio and you can connect to audio devices via the low latency Bluetooth v5.4.

Network, Connectivity, and Communication

Xiaomi 14 Ultra supports up to 5G nhttps://youtu.be/lgupY0e5CAE?si=UsGLn2Vw-pGY-Rhjetwork connectivity, with two nano sim card slots that allow you to operate simultaneously in standby mode. With 5G, you will stay connected to your loved one even in poor network areas, and surfing the internet and downloading or uploading files is faster.

The phone is Bluetooth 5.4-enabled, enabling you to connect wirelessly with compatible devices like audio speakers or share files with other devices. Internet-based operations just got better and faster with the tri-band Wi-Fi 6e/7 connectivity where you can connect the device to the internet, use it as a Wi-Fi hotspot, or tether it using the USB C cable, which is also used for file sharing.

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra also has an infrared (IR) blaster that allows you to connect your phone to a remote control for the TV, music player, and other electronics, allowing you to control your surroundings from your phone. The phone also supports NFC for contactless transactions.

You also get 6 satellite positioning systems to enable precise mapping of routes and finding locations. Xiaomi 14 Ultra supports GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, and NavlC positioning systems. This ensures you never get lost while on a trail, driving, hiking, or simply exploring. The ere is a two-way satellite communication sensor that comes in handy during emergencies when you are outside the network coverage areas. This sensor enables communication with Tiantong satellites to establish a connection.

Sensors and Biometrics

Xiaomi 14 Ultra has an in-display, optical fingerprint sensor that lets you unlock your phone with a simple touch, ensuring your data is safe and private. You can also use the front camera for face unlock, or enable other security features like patterns, pins, and passwords. The phone also has proximity, accelerator, compass, and color spectrum sensors, which enhance your phone’s functionality.

Pros and Cons of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra

Hits

• Affordable 5G smartphone
• Durable Aluminium + Eco-leather design
• High-performance and efficient processor
• Rich HyperOS by Android 14
• Large memory space
• High battery capacity, 5000mAh
• Supports wired, wireless, and reverse charging
• Immersive LTPO AMOLED 120Hz screen
• Screen with Xiaomi Shield Glass
• Supports IR Blaster
• Dolby Atmos Stereo speakers
• Bluetooth and NFC-enabled
• Ultra-fast Wi-Fi 7
• IP68 Water and dust resistant
• Quality cameras with Leica lenses that support up to 8k videos

Misses

• No FM Radio
• Memory is not expandable.
• Lacks the 3.5mm audio jack port

Unboxing

• Xiaomi 14 Ultra
• 120W Power Adapter
• USB Type-A to C 2.0 Cable
• Protective case
• Sim ejector tool
• Documentations

Verdict

Xiaomi continues to produce amazing midrange products worth your money. The 2024 Xiaomi 14 Ultra is a budget-friendly phone with impressive features starting from the Leica high-quality cameras, powerful chipset, upgraded OS, capable battery capabilities, and a strong build. For a phone at the given price, you get value for every cent spent. It is an ideal smartphone for anyone looking for a budget phone with decent features, especially reliable cameras, battery, and performance.

Alternative Handsets

• Xiaomi 14
• OnePlus 12
• Samsung Galaxy S24
• Xiaomi Poco X6
• Redmi Note 13

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