Overview

• The leak from an unnamed Chinese tipster reported by PhoneArena claims both Xiaomi 16 and 16 Pro will sport 50 MP front cameras capable of 4K60 video, wide field-of-view and autofocus.
• Both models are also said to use a 50 MP 1/1.3" primary rear sensor with the Pro variant adding ultra-high dynamic range processing and a ToF depth sensor.
• The series is reported to debut Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset and feature batteries around 6,800 mAh for extended usage.
• Xiaomi is expected to unveil the 16 series in China as early as September, with an international reveal likely at MWC 2026 and no guaranteed U.S. release.
• Earlier teasers for a Xiaomi 16 Ultra referenced continuous optical zoom, hinting at more advanced imaging technology later in the lineup.