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Official launch date: Xiaomi 15T series arrives Sept 24
Xiaomi has finally set a date for the long-rumored 15T and 15T Pro: the company will unveil the new T-series on September 24. The announcement appeared on Xiaomi’s official X account, accompanied by a teaser that hints at enhanced camera capabilities.
Event location and timing: Munich, during Oktoberfest
The launch event will take place in Munich, Germany, coinciding with the world-famous Oktoberfest. Xiaomi’s social posts reference the city and celebration atmosphere, suggesting a global reveal timed to capture both media attention and live audience energy.
What to expect: hardware and camera focus
Xiaomi’s T-series has a reputation as a 'flagship killer'—devices that deliver premium features at aggressive prices. Unlike many affordable flagships, past T models have included strong camera hardware and Leica co-branding, and this year's teasers strongly imply another camera-focused upgrade. The tagline "far closer" also suggests optical zoom or improved telephoto functionality on the 15T Pro.
Possible chipsets and performance
Based on prior leaks and Xiaomi’s product positioning, the standard 15T could ship with MediaTek’s Dimensity 8400 SoC, offering high-performance 5G, energy efficiency, and AI enhancements for imaging and system responsiveness. The 15T Pro is expected to step up to a flagship-class Dimensity 9400 or 9400+, bringing top-tier CPU/GPU performance for gaming, multitasking, and on-device AI processing.
Features, advantages and use cases
Key features likely include advanced Leica-tuned cameras, multi-stage optical zoom, high-refresh-rate AMOLED displays, fast charging, and expanded AI camera modes. These make the 15T series appealing for mobile photographers, content creators, power users, and gamers who demand performance without flagship pricing.
Advantages over competitors
With Leica branding and a rumored telephoto upgrade, Xiaomi can differentiate on mobile photography while maintaining competitive hardware specs and pricing. MediaTek's latest Dimensity silicon could deliver comparable performance to rivals while optimizing battery life, giving the 15T series strong market relevance in the premium-midrange segment.
Comparison and market relevance
Compared to Xiaomi’s own top-tier Mi/series and other manufacturers' flagships, the 15T devices are positioned to offer a better value proposition—high-end cameras and chipset performance at a lower cost. If Xiaomi delivers the expected Dimensity 9400+ on the Pro model and Leica-branded optics, the 15T Pro could challenge established camera-focused flagships.
Final thoughts
Mark your calendars for September 24 in Munich. The Xiaomi 15T and 15T Pro appear set to reinforce Xiaomi’s T-series identity: flagship-level photography and performance delivered with aggressive price-to-spec balance. We'll update with hands-on impressions and benchmark results after the launch.
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