Xiaomi 18 Pro: Leaked Renders Show Dedicated AI Button And 7,000mAh Battery
Xiaomi 18 Pro surfaced in leaked renders on Weibo on 16 April 2026 (according to Lowyat.NET), showing a large triple-camera rear module and a dedicated AI button on the right side of the device. Although the Xiaomi 17 series only launched in Malaysia a month ago, early rumors suggest the successor will feature a 7,000mAh battery and deeper AI-based image processing.
What do the Xiaomi 18 Pro renders show?
The renders show a circular rear camera module dominating the upper portion of the device, three main cameras, and an additional physical button said to function as a dedicated AI button (similar to the Camera Control button on the iPhone 17 Pro series). This would be the first time Xiaomi has added a separate physical AI button to its Pro lineup.
When will the Xiaomi 18 Pro launch in Malaysia?
No official date yet. The Xiaomi 17 series only just launched in Malaysia in March 2026, so the global launch of the Xiaomi 18 Pro is expected only after October 2026 in China, with Malaysia typically receiving new Xiaomi devices 2-3 months later.
Xiaomi 18 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro: Early comparison
Based on official Xiaomi 17 Pro specs (available in Malaysia) and early Xiaomi 18 Pro leaks:
- Battery: 6,300mAh β 7,000mAh (rumored)
- Dedicated AI button: No β Yes (right side)
- Malaysia status: Available now β Not announced
Should you wait for the Xiaomi 18 Pro or buy the Xiaomi 17 Pro now?
If you need a phone today with a RM3,000-RM5,000 budget, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is the safe pick β it is already available in Malaysia with official warranty. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is expected to take another 6-9 months to reach Malaysia, by which time the Xiaomi 17 Pro will likely have dropped in price further.
FAQ
What is the Xiaomi 18 Pro price in Malaysia?
Not officially announced. For reference, the Xiaomi 17 Pro launched in Malaysia at around RM3,999, so the Xiaomi 18 Pro is expected to land in the RM4,000-RM5,000 range depending on configuration.
Can you pre-order the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
No. These are only early leaked renders, not an official launch. Xiaomi has not confirmed the device's existence.
