Xiaomi 13, Pro and Lite: the new top of the range have arrived

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Today we are in Barcelona to attend the official launch of the new Xiaomi 13 Series, with the launch of the two new top of the range Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro – of which we will tell you about the price and specifications. But the company also announced the brand new Xiaomi 13 Lite, which with an attractive price and advanced photographic features promises to attract especially the youngest.

Xiaomi 13, Pro and Lite: features and price for Italy

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During the Catalan event, Xiaomi showed us once again that it’s no joke with its top of the range. In fact, also this year we find the collaboration with Leica for really impressive cameras, in addition to the relationship with Qualcomm to make the most of the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.

The collaboration with Leica has allowed us to create a series of smartphones that we do not hesitate to define as our masterpiece. Smartphones for the few, with which we don’t pursue commercial success but technical completeness and a great character, suitable for those who want the best from Xiaomi and for those who want to stand out with style. Thanks to this joint imaging system that involves both hardware and software, the goal is that even those who buy Xiaomi 13 Series can create their own masterpiece” – says Davide Lunardelli, Head of Marketing Xiaomi Italia.

Top-notch cameras

The new camera system of Xiaomi 13 Pro is a Leica Vario-Summicron 1:19-2.2/14-75 ASP, covering focal lengths from 14 to 75mm – truly comprehensive. The main sensor is the most valuable element: a IMX989 da 23 mm, even as big as a thumb, to capture realistic images in any situation. First seen on the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, this sensor is the world’s largest smartphone.

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The new 75mm telephoto lens instead it allows you to have a focal range from 10 centimeters to infinity. With the 14mm wide angle to complete a truly unbeatable kit.

Xiaomi 13 instead has a 50mm main sensor really well defined (we tell you about it in the review that you can find at the link below). And with a 75mm telephoto lens and a wide anglecovers from 0.6x to 3.2x with optical zoom (plus digital zoom).

Then there are the Leica customizations, with two distinct photographic styles: Leica Vibrant Look e Leica Authentic Look. And thanks to the Xiaomi Imaging Engine, the performance is hard to beat. Also in creating videos in Dolby Vision with vivid colors and with optical stabilization.

The power of Snapdragon 8 Gen 2

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Another novelty that Xiaomi announced in Barcelona – and that we were able to test on smartphones – concerns the performance of the new 13 Series. Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 it has 37% more powerful CPU performance than last year and 47% better efficiency, with GPU increases of 42%.

We are talking about very powerful smartphones, with even the WiFi support 7 for a very fast connection. Also because the technology High Band Simultaneous (HBS) Multi-Link di Xiaomi 13 Pro allows simultaneous connections of 5GHz and 6GHz up to 5.8Gbps, mentre Xiaomi 13 con Dual Band Simultaneous (DBS) Multi-Link arriva a 3,6Gbps.

The new Xiaomi Surge battery system allows you to stay away from the socket all day thanks to the 4500 mAh battery of Xiaomi 13. Which also has 67W fast charging with cable and 50W wireless turbo charging. Xiaomi 13 Pro has a 5.820mAh battery and 120W HyperCharge recharge – it reaches 100% in 19 minutes.

Top-of-the-range design and display

The new Xiaomi 13 boasts Black, White and Flora Green colors and an elegance made of really interesting glass and aluminum. Also thanks to 6.36-inch AMOLED E6 FHD+ screen.

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Xiaomi 13 Pro instead has a ceramic body and two colors: Ceramic White e Ceramic Black. The screen 120H WQHD+ AMOLED measures 6.73 inches. Both can reach peak brightness of 1,900 nits and support Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG and Dolby Atmos. Then there is the IP68 protection.

Xiaomi 13 Lite: interesting features at a great price

At the event in Barcelona, ​​Xiaomi also announced the “Lite” version of its new flagship. A device that has a dual 32MP rear cameras supported by a front 8MP sensor for top self-portraits. Also because features such as Selfie Zoom, Pocket Mirror and Xioami Selfie Glow allow you to make truly optimal selfies (but also video calls).

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The processor in this case is one Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, while the screen is a 120Hz AMOLED. All in a thin body with a thickness of 7.23 and a weight of 171 grams. The 4,500mAh battery charges at 67W.

Xiaomi 13 Series: price and availability

Xiaomi 13 Series debuts today February 26 at 17:00 on Amazon, mi.com and on sale at Xiaomi Store Italia and in the main consumer electronics stores and telephone operators.

Xiaomi 13 Pro arrives in the 12GB + 256GB version, starting from 1399,90€. It will be possible to take advantage of the Early Bird discount of 100 euros from 26 February at 17:00 until 23:59 on 12 March on Amazon.it and mi.com and at Xiaomi Store Italia.

Xiaomi 13 will be available in three colors, Black, White and Flora Green, with 2 memory variants:

  • 8GB+256GB – starting from €1099.90. It will be possible to take advantage of the Early Bird discount of 100 euros from 26 February at 17:00 until 23:59 on 12 March online on Amazon and mi.com, and at Xiaomi Store Italia.
  • 12GB+256GB – starting from €1199.90. It will be possible to take advantage of the Early Bird discount of 120 euros from February 26 at 17:00 to March 12 at 23:59 online (Amazon and mi.com) and at Xiaomi Store Italia.

Xiaomi 13 Lite instead comes in three colors, Blue, Pink e Blackin the 8GB+128GB version, starting from 499,90€ online on Amazon.it and mi.com, at Xiaomi Store Italia, in the main consumer electronics stores and telephone operators.

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