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Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) — Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 · 256GB · Black
Xiaomi

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black)

Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 · 256GB · Black

94
/ 100
From $1,599
VS
Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) wins by 3
Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black) — Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 · 256GB · Black
Xiaomi

Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black)

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 · 256GB · Black

91
/ 100
From $1,579
Specdex verdict

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) lands at 94 and Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black) at 91. That puts Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) if…

  • ✓Current-gen flagship chipset
  • ✓Competitive price-performance
  • ✓Distinctive design

Pick Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black) if…

  • ✓Competitive flagship specs
  • ✓Regional value pricing
  • ✓Distinctive design
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photography

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black)

Stills and video quality across lenses

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) leads on camera (94 vs 91).

Battery life

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black)

Screen-on time and charging

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) leads on battery (92 vs 87).

Performance

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black)

Chipset speed for gaming and heavy apps

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) leads on gpu (94 vs 89).

Display

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black)

Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) leads on display (95 vs 91).

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) 94
vs
91 Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black)

Score breakdown

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black)
94
cpu 95
gpu 94
camera 94
battery 92
display 95
design 94
Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black)
91
cpu 91
gpu 89
camera 91
battery 87
display 91
design 89

Specs side-by-side

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) versus Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black) — full spec comparison
Spec Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black)
Chipset
Snapdragon 8 Elite 2
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Storage
256GB
256GB
Color
Black
—
Release year
2026
2024

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black)

Pros
  • +Current-gen flagship chipset
  • +Competitive price-performance
  • +Distinctive design
Cons
  • −US availability varies
  • −Software skin learning curve
  • −Update support shorter than Apple/Pixel

Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black)

Pros
  • +Competitive flagship specs
  • +Regional value pricing
  • +Distinctive design
Cons
  • −US availability varies
  • −Software skin learning curve
  • −Update support shorter than Apple/Pixel

FAQ: Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) vs Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black)

Which is better, Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) or Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black)? +

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) scores 94 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) worth the price? +

At $1,599, Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 94 — strongest in cpu.

Is Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black) worth the price? +

At $1,579, Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in cpu.

Does Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) or Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photography, Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) or Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black)? +

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) — leads on camera (94 vs 91). Stills and video quality across lenses.

Which is better for battery life, Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) or Xiaomi 14 Ultra 256GB (Black)? +

Xiaomi 16 Ultra 256GB (Black) — leads on battery (92 vs 87). Screen-on time and charging.