Xiaomi 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max set for global launch this November

Xiaomi has started teasing a global launch of its 18 Pro series for this November, the company has announced. The 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max will go on sale in more markets after their China debut in September.

Soon after the China launch, Xiaomi confirmed that the phones would reach global markets later in 2026. The phones are expected in Europe, the Americas and the Middle East. The details come mainly from the company's own announcement.

Chips and specifications

Both phones were launched in China in September and run on Qualcomm's latest flagship chips, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 series. Xiaomi has confirmed that the global models will use the same chips. Most other specifications remain under wraps for now.

India plans

Xiaomi had earlier teased an Indian launch of the 18 Pro. The phone was shown at India Mobile Congress 2026. Xiaomi has not yet given a date or price for India in the announcement.

For Indian buyers, the company's plans suggest the phones could reach the country after the global rollout, but no date has been confirmed. Prices for global markets have not been announced either.

Xiaomi has not yet given an exact global launch date or price. Further details are expected closer to the November launch.