The Xiaomi 18 Standard Edition, reportedly identified by model number M261DB, has passed China’s 3C certification as of November 6. This certification confirms the device will support 100W wired fast charging.
Expected Launch and Official Comments
The device is expected to launch next month, according to Chinese tech blogger @体验more. Xiaomi group president Lu Weibing previously acknowledged the existence of the Xiaomi 18 Standard Edition, confirming it will be released separately from the Xiaomi 18 Pro, which debuted in late September.
Specs and Features Reported but Not Officially Confirmed
Leaks suggest the Xiaomi 18 Standard Edition will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chipset and feature a large 7200mAh battery. It is also said to include a 200MP main camera sensor. However, Xiaomi has not officially confirmed these specifications, so all details should be considered tentative.
For context, the Xiaomi 18 Pro, launched few days ago, features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro processor built on a 2nm process, a 7000mAh battery, and a Leica-branded triple camera setup with full focal range. It also has a 6.4-inch display with the new M11 light-emitting system, capable of 4000 nits peak brightness and hardware-level smart privacy protection. Xiaomi also started to tease Xiaomi 18 Pro series global.
What This Means for Users
The 3C certification for 100W fast charging indicates that the Xiaomi 18 Standard Edition will support rapid battery charging, aligning it with premium segment standards. Its large battery and flagship chipset point to a high-performance device tailored for power users. Users interested in Xiaomi flagship updates can monitor for official announcements next month. Update availability and further technical details will become clearer closer to the device’s launch.
Source: ithome.com
