Xiaomi has officially confirmed that the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max will launch globally on Tuesday, November 17. The launch event will be held in Paris at 2 pm local time, which is 6:30 pm IST, and will be streamed live on YouTube.
The two phones first launched in China on September 23 and are among the first smartphones powered by Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 series chips. Both come with a second display on the back, 200MP Leica cameras and big batteries. Xiaomi has teased the launch across 41 international markets with its “Back for more” tagline.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Series Global Launch Date and Time
| Launch date | Tuesday, November 17, 2026 |
| Time | 2 pm Paris time (6:30 pm IST) |
| Venue | Paris, France |
| Models | Xiaomi 18 Pro, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max |
| Markets | Teased in 41 markets, including Europe, the Middle East and Asia |
| China launch | September 23, 2026 |
| Livestream | Xiaomi’s official YouTube channel |
Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max Specifications
Since the phones are already on sale in China, most of the specifications are known. Here is a look at the Chinese versions.
| Specification | Xiaomi 18 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.4-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 4,000 nits | 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 4,000 nits |
| Rear display | 2.7-inch | 2.9-inch |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 |
| Rear cameras | 200MP main + 200MP periscope telephoto + 50MP ultra-wide | 200MP main + 200MP periscope telephoto + 50MP ultra-wide |
| Front camera | 50MP | 50MP |
| Battery (China) | 7,000mAh | 8,500mAh |
| Charging | 100W wired, 50W wireless | 100W wired, 50W wireless |
| Software | HyperOS 4 based on Android 17 | HyperOS 4 based on Android 17 |
| Durability | IP68, IP69K | IP68, IP69K |
The biggest talking point of the series is the second AMOLED screen built into the camera module on the back. Apart from showing notifications, timers and widgets, it works as a viewfinder, so users can take selfies with the high-quality rear cameras.
The camera system has been co-engineered with Leica and features two 200MP sensors, one for the main camera and one for the periscope telephoto with 3.2x optical zoom. The telephoto camera can also take macro shots from as close as 12 cm. Both phones also feature an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor and a hardware-level privacy display.
Global Versions May Get Smaller Batteries
There is one big catch for buyers outside China. As per European regulatory listings, the global versions could come with smaller batteries than the Chinese models.
| Model | China battery | Global battery (expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 18 Pro | 7,000mAh | 6,000mAh with 90W charging |
| Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | 8,500mAh | 7,050mAh with 100W charging |
Xiaomi has not explained the change, but it is likely linked to rules on shipping large lithium batteries. The final global specifications will be confirmed at the launch event.
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Xiaomi 18 Pro Price and Pre-Order Offers
In China, the Xiaomi 18 Pro starts at CNY 5,999 (around Rs 80,000) and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max starts at CNY 6,999 (around Rs 93,500). Global prices will be higher. As per leaks, the Xiaomi 18 Pro could cost around EUR 1,399 to EUR 1,449 in Europe, while the Pro Max could be priced around EUR 1,799 to EUR 1,849.
Xiaomi has already announced pre-order offers in some markets. Buyers in the UK will get a 90W charger and a braided USB Type-C cable, while buyers in Singapore can choose between a robot vacuum cleaner and a 65-inch Mini LED TV.
Xiaomi 18 Pro India Launch
Xiaomi India has already confirmed that the Xiaomi 18 Pro is coming to India, and the company has been posting “coming soon” teasers on social media. However, an exact India launch date has not been announced yet. Since the phones are launching globally on November 17, an India launch announcement could follow soon after.
Read the full list of upcoming smartphones in November 2026.
Note: Global specifications and prices are based on leaks and regulatory listings and will be confirmed at the launch on November 17.