Fans of Xiaomi have been eagerly awaiting the long-awaited Xiaomi Fold 5. Finally, there has been a significant progress on this project. As a major addition to the Xiaomi foldable screen family, this new device not only boasts a wealth of self-developed components, but also adopts a highly anticipated new form factor – a wide fold.
Recently, several well-known digital bloggers have released core configuration information about this device. Based on the current leaks, the highly anticipated “super big feature” has already set the release date and is set to debut officially next month. What big surprises has Xiaomi hidden in this large-screen foldable device? Let’s find out by delving into the highlights of this article.
The “wide folding” design that changes its form
The most significant change in the appearance of the Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 is that it has abandoned the traditional slender shape and adopted the currently popular “wide folding” form.
This means that when the new device is unfolded, it will have a viewing angle more similar to that of a standard tablet. Whether it’s playing games, reading e-books or watching videos, the visual experience will be much more comfortable.
Meanwhile, the body design has made further advancements in terms of craftsmanship and new materials, and the overall thickness is expected to be controlled at around 8 millimeters, continuing to uphold its position as a slim flagship device.
The comprehensive evolution of dual-screen design both inside and outside
In terms of screen parameters, the Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 is also packed with high-end features –
Inner screen: It features a large screen of 7.5 to 7.6 inches (with some reports suggesting it could reach 8.03 inches). Thanks to the newly upgraded hinge technology, it is rumored that the screen crease will be reduced by up to 40%, making it almost invisible during daily use.
External display: It is expected to be a mainstream 6.56-inch screen. Both the inner and outer screens support a high refresh rate of 120Hz and incorporate the ultra-high frequency 2160Hz PWM dimming technology, significantly enhancing the eye-protection experience in low-light conditions.
Self-developed “Xuanji O3” processor
The adjustment of the chip is also a major highlight of this generation of models. It is reported that the Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 will become the platform for Xiaomi to showcase its self-developed chip capabilities, and it will be the first to globally debut the self-developed “Xuanji O3” chip.
This “Xuanji O3” chip is said to be manufactured using the latest 3nm process technology from TSMC, with a main frequency exceeding 4.05GHz. Compared to purchased chips, the biggest advantage of self-developed chips lies in the ability to conduct dedicated optimization at the underlying level for pain points such as “dual-screen switching, split-screen energy consumption, and heat generation” in foldable screens. The actual performance and power consumption control are highly anticipated.
Deeply customized HyperOS 4 and trillion-scale large models
At the software level, the new device will be equipped with HyperOS 4, a deeply customized version based on the latest Android core. The system not only integrates the self-developed Vela OS IoT ecosystem, but also will be the first to deeply integrate the trillion-parameter MiMoV2.5-Pro AI large model on the foldable screen.
It is worth noting that the MIX Fold 5 features a global self-developed AI interaction on the side panel, and the peripherals will also be equipped with an AI stylus. The AI capabilities are definitely worth looking forward to.
Through the mutual progress of self-developed powerful chips and the system, the AI business office capabilities, multi-task simultaneous screen collaboration, and intelligent semantic understanding of the MIX Fold 5 are expected to achieve a qualitative leap.
Leica Imaging Reaches New Heights: 20-Megapixel Main Camera Launched
In the area of image quality where foldable screens usually fall short, the Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 has chosen to “do it both ways”. The leak indicates that the new device will become an imaging powerhouse, and the main camera may adopt a brand-new custom 2-billion-pixel ultra-large sensor. This is also the first 2-billion-pixel wide-screen flagship officially mass-produced by Xiaomi.
In addition, the rear multi-lens module will also include a combination of an ultra-wide-angle lens and two telephoto lenses. There are even rumors suggesting that Xiaomi is attempting a modular imaging design on its new model, combined with Leica’s unique color calibration. Its snapshot-taking and telephoto capabilities will be on par with conventional flagship cameras.
6000mAh Ultra-Large Capacity Battery with Comprehensive Protection Features
Under such a lightweight body, the other configurations of Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 are also fully equipped.
Battery life: The battery capacity has been increased to 6000mAh (or higher), which to some extent solves the problem of short battery life for thin and foldable screens, while still retaining the efficient combination of wired fast charging and wireless charging.
Protection: The side-mounted fingerprint design integrates the fingerprint sensor with the power button. Moreover, the entire device will support mainstream IP-level water resistance, shock resistance, and durability, with significant improvements.
Release date and price
Previously, it was rumored that the release date of the new device would be determined by the progress of HyperOS 4’s adaptation. Based on the progress of the new device obtaining relevant certifications, the Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 might be officially released next month.
However, the “all-stack self-developed chip + 20-megapixel main camera + 6000mAh large battery” dreamy configuration also means that its research and development as well as hardware costs will soar significantly. Many industry insiders speculate that the starting price of Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 might abandon the pricing strategy of the previous generation and directly test the high-end price segment of around 10,000 yuan.
As a “systematic offensive” product developed by Xiaomi over the past two years in the high-end foldable screen market, this large-sized foldable flagship with extremely high self-developed content and almost no configuration flaws, does it meet your expectations for the future of foldable screens? If the price exceeds 10,000 yuan, would you be willing to pay for Xiaomi? Please leave your opinions in the comment section.