Xiaomi 13 Ultra Day One: More to LEICA!

[@bensgadgetreviews]

the no sleep crew

[@artdogg50]

You guys really put in some work.

[@bencherian]

Ben and Joshua were the Epitome of mobile phone reviews of XDA and Android Authority respectively which created the standard benchmark mobile phone reviews

[@odifacts]

Your video is recommended below, am going to watch it after this one

[@samsblue2176]

Hi ben

[@aubinbaldonado]

So interesting to see each of you in the video from another youtuber😅

[@ezradanger]

If they had made that custom grip a battery pack as well, that would have been awesome.

[@MrTangzihan]

It is a battery pack

[@ezradanger]

@@MrTangzihan really? I missed that in the review I guess.

[@stefanmichels6980]

​@@ezradanger it's not a real battery pack... It has 300 mAh, just to feed the grip 's function, but I think it's okay... So the phone doesn't loose running time because of the grip...

[@gusatvoschiavon]

And a hole to put on a strap

[@madsam0320]

@@stefanmichels6980 still better than hollow, which is what I thought. That would be a shame. It would be too chunky for a proper battery pack.

[@henrymuogor6335]

The video coming out of the 1x and ultra wide lens is pretty impressive.

[@KyleRuggles]

I am EXTREMELY impressed by the telephoto portrait mode. As a photographer who's favorite lens is the 135 2.0L on Canon FF, I am effn impressed, and a bit worried, given how it's gotten so good in such a short amount of time, and especially A.I, real A.I... Hey Ben!

[@FA7ALtheGOD]

The video quality out of the box is superb, just imagine when you get your hands on the retail version and can tweak the settings.. lookin' forward to the real world review.

[@joelconolly5574]

I'm grateful to survive my heart attack encounter a few months back. Though some issue occurs from time to time, it does help to keep a positive outlook. Otherwise this phone rocks, and I especially like the phone grip accessory. Pretty great 👍🏻

[@matthewpatterson9184]

If the Oppo Find X6 Pro had been launched globally, that would be in my pocket. After viewing this coverage, I'll admit I'm glad it didn't because this looks like another step above. Excellent coverage as usual, Joshua.

[@PostigIT]

This is another promotional video for the newly introduced phone. Do you really want to see something bad about a phone that was sent for the purpose of advertising in a promotional review? The front camera is still the same disgusting 1080p / 30fps as in Xiaomi 13 Pro, charging is 90 W, not 120 as in Xiaomi 13 Pro, the microphone is located at the end of the case, which perfectly captures the wind just like in Xiaomi 13 Pro, so the video quality will be deteriorate due to poor sound quality. The proximity sensor here is software, not hardware, because of this there will be problems when talking, as was the case in the budget and mid-range segment of Xiaomi phones. Bloggers, of course, won't tell you about it. But they can make you buy another new product for a huge price.

[@alxdava2004]

@@PostigIT 1080/60

[@oviandre]

@@alxdava2004 -bloggers enjoy the free meals and free gifts from phone makers and theyr reviews are far from realty

[@ChrisJohannsen]

​@@PostigIT the 13 pro is already the best phone in the market so this will be king.

[@PostigIT]

@@ChrisJohannsen This is only your opinion and the opinion of some bloggers who are biased for some reason (fulfillment of contractual obligations for advertising, fanboyism). There are other good phones that will be better than Xiaomi 13/Pro/Ultra in some ways. For example, Oppo Find X6 Pro, Vivo x90 Pro+, Honor Magic 5 Pro, Meizu 20 Pro/Infinity. There is no best phone, there is a phone that is relatively good in terms of features for its price. With regards to Xiaomi 13 Pro, I cannot say this, since it is the most expensive among classmates (from 1300 euros)

[@BarryJohnson]

I'm grateful that I ordered the 13 Ultra today and I am grateful that you were able to make this video.

[@EduardoGarcia-lz6io]

Wow, congratulations, where do you ordered it?

[@emadalaa4725]

Where do you live?

[@njamutohbertrand9318]

@@BarryJohnson Where are you using? Considering this for Canada

[@BarryJohnson]

@@emadalaa4725 I am in the US.

[@BarryJohnson]

@@njamutohbertrand9318 I am in the US.

[@AndroidAuthority]

05:41 - Niceeeeee 😉 Thanks for showing some love buddy 👀

[@ivovass195]

Impressive stuff from Xiaomi, looks like they worked hard having this well optimized out of the gate. Looking forward to more content and your real world tests. The camera grip option is very practical and well integrated, definitely would get it. Any ETA for global release? But considering the global price of the 13 pro, this one will be a difficult sell, although the China local price is very good. maybe get one of these and flash a global ROM later....

[@rpnXN]

lo, this phone will be just as useless as we are 12s, with a similar main sensor

[@arisbhagat9583]

Damn! That Back camera video providing natural DSLR looking blur is incredible. It seems that it's back camera is perfect in photos and videos. 😮

[@JohnDir-xw3hf]

No its not perfect.

[@ЧеловекЧеловеков-т7з]

​@@JohnDir-xw3hf perfect 👍

[@untucemo9166]

@@ЧеловекЧеловеков-т7з no

[@ЧеловекЧеловеков-т7з]

@@untucemo9166 yes )

[@pankineboyz3931]

LG done it before..LG G5 iinm..

[@openrelationships]

Wow that zoom is incredible. Great colors on all lenses and I love the auto use without tinkering with too many settings since that's how I, and the majority, use phones.

[@TheZerosd]

what zoom? it has like 6x zoom

[@kaiser.watanabe]

Xiaomi took the Lumia 1020 accessories and cranked it to 11, really considered this, would buy if goes global

[@rahmansallehin]

funny enough, Huawei poached Head of Photography from Nokia that made the Lumia; from there they collaborate with Leica. Sans split collaboration, Leica chose Xiaomi and Huawei still retain the technology has produce X-Image. I still call it a win.

[@kaiser.watanabe]

@@rahmansallehin yeahhh

[@stef2282]

the video quality is absolutely class btw. Literally looks like a DSLR

[@fpl_bailey]

Zone focusing and a camera grip... this is innovation!

[@Uncle_Drew0227]

The video both front and back (normal wide lense) are crisp! Xiaomi has really improved. Awesome video, Josh! Excellent job as always.

[@elishshrestha3692]

Front too?

[@Uncle_Drew0227]

@@elishshrestha3692 based on the video of Josh, it has improved. Although it is still 1080P, but the crispness of it is very good compared to last years Ultra.

[@baribari2309]

@@Uncle_Drew0227 Iphone samsung huawei 4k 60 fps back & front (wide & ultrawide)😅

[@reziee5897]

The only downside is the front camera, it's not that good compared to Samsung and iPhone.

[@elishshrestha3692]

@@Uncle_Drew0227 what Crispiness u talkin bout it's laughable quality for such a model

[@Johnlmooring]

Long time subscriber here. I always appreciate your videos and detail. You have a way of making us feel we’re there. Great video as always!

[@vj.joseph]

Absolutely awesome. Quad 50MP is just exquisite. Glad to see your coverage on this event, much earlier than others.👌👌😍

[@TheSkinnyZ]

I'm greatful for the Xiaomi 13 Ultra that certainly is somehow gonna make its way into my hands, even though I'm broke af.

[@xijinping2538]

are you going to rob someone ? good luck hunting

[@kenny.rys1]

Every photo and video looks insanely CRISP! I'm looking forward to how Fastshot works. Also curious about that foldable(?) gray tea mug, do you have any link where to buy that? Looks perfect for coffee as well

[@josejuja]

I'm not waiting for the global version. I'm importing this. I had the Chinese version of the 11 ultra and it worked fine.

[@josip1382]

Few things as a warnig for Xiaomi users: - I was so hyped and happy to buy Xiaomi 11 Ultra when it came out. That was now almost two years ago, I bought the thing, paid a lot of money and I was generally happy with the way it performed. - after one year, the Wifi chip died for no reason whatsoever, I always take a great care of my things and equipment and it was never dropped, or even slightly scratched. It happened for no reason, literally. - I was in New Zealand at the time, so I had to wait to come back to my country to claim the warranty. - I took lots of photos and videos while in NZ and could not back any of it up to my online storage because it would be too expensive to do it over cellphone data. - not long after I returned from NZ, the phone just died with notification saying "your system has been destroyed", with 175 gigs of data (photos and videos on it). - I claimed warranty, and it's been three months now, the repair guys can't do anything because they are waiting for Xiaomi to send a new device as a replacement. My data is probably gone forever too. - Xiaomi support does not exist. I tried emailing them, opening support tickets, sending messages on their facebook page - but in vain. They just don't care. Their phones have great specs but are so incredibly unstable and full of flaws. - I promised to myself I'll never buy any more products. They are often great on paper and spec wise, but in reality they are just so unsable and unreliable. So yeah, if you ask me, I'd avoid buying this one.

[@wasiahmed1547]

Cant believe how far Xiaomi has come...It's mind-boggling to see them competing with Apple.

[@LMariekidd]

Thank you for this video. I would love to upgrade to this phone but I recently purchased one of Xiaomi's other phones with a 200 MP camera. My main reason for purchasing a phone is it's camera and storage and from what you described, this phone has exactly what I look for in a phone. Thanks again for the video.

[@FathoniYasir]

Your video and photo sample are even better than Xiaomi demo on launch event last night 😅... What resolution video you take for back camera?

[@usmanabdulkadir3334]

Awesome unboxing and day one video as always bro

[@d4ydr33m3r]

Nice work Joshua ! Can't wait for some more clicks from this phone! 🤳

[@mst4001]

12:29 One of the most smoothest changing to ultrawide in videos

[@MathieuTechMoto]

I would love to see a single 1 inch sensor phone with up to 4x optical zoom, like the Galaxy K Zoom in 2014

[@simnovv]

you think 10x optical

[@pixels_per_inch]

The Zenfone zoom was the closest at being a phone, however the periscope design took too much space compared to multiple sensors

[@SeventhMarch]

Great efforts as usual. thank you !

[@ELJefeReviews]

I appreciate the early look bro!

[@Don-jo8gn]

I was sold on this as soon as you said global version. 1 tb Xiaomi 13 ultra, here I come!

[@cbuc1125]

Be careful...its missing band 2 which is half of some carriers' coverage.

[@dnegel9546]

@@cbuc1125 even the globals version? This is what im worried about. 😢 i need a phone that works worldwide.

[@cbuc1125]

Global should be fine.

[@Don-jo8gn]

@@cbuc1125 Will it be alright to use with T mobile?

[@samson4415]

No worry, Trump will be back next year and xiaomi going to get banned

[@santosokoesnadi4321]

why xiaomi didn't made the extra grip as an extend battery supply like 3.000mAh power bank?

[@dotunmakun]

Ben is so dedicated he almost got hit by the bike lady 😊. Another superb video Ben 👍🏾

[@KrisVonCN]

Good job， Joshua. Vlog with phone review, good combination. Never expect you will collobrate with Ben there. Make my day !

[@FilipeView]

Great Review with the time 💪

[@PhonesOnaDailyBasis]

Wow what a video recording quality!!!

[@LithembaNkotobe]

bro!!!😮

[@PhonesOnaDailyBasis]

@@LithembaNkotobe i don’t believe is a phone recording

[@l31007]

I love how you show the zoom factor at the bottom of the screen! I want that grip and lens cap feature too.

[@setnistone]

WOW fun time. I am now considering this over the iPhone 15PRO MAX... cant wait to see that photo comparison.

[@2ru2pacFan]

Nice to see a phone on this camera 👌🏽

[@loveaodai100]

I love this video. I have been using the 12S Ultra for the last seven months and totally happy with it but will buy the 13 Ultra as soon as I can get that awesome grip here in Saigon where I live. The camera is already here. Ps. I love that yurt.

[@rpnXN]

mi 12 s have similar sensor, but worst software ever...

[@seanyuen340]

Just makes me wonder whether the global highest spec version will be more expensive than the local Chinese top spec version. Android auto is missing from the Chinese ROM. If the price difference between the 2 versions is minimal then I'd wait 4 the global version, if not, I just go out to Shenzhen and outright purchase the Ultra if not today then coming days. I was waiting for this Ultra launch to happen before deciding which phone to buy, Oppo Find X6 Pro or the Ultra 13 Xiaomi.. and specs and $$$ wise, the Ultra 13 comes out on top

[@andyH_England]

Giztop charges $1300 for the 512GB version, so I expect the global version to cost $1500.

[@njamutohbertrand9318]

@@andyH_England He's in China,and costs only $950 for the 512G variant

[@andyH_England]

@@njamutohbertrand9318 Not sure that was the correct one. My check on current exchange rates suggests $1100 AFTER CONVERSION!

[@njamutohbertrand9318]

@@andyH_England The prices are 5999, 6499 and 7299RMB for 256/512/1T respectively, which converts to $870, $944 and $1060 USD Only.

[@andyH_England]

@@njamutohbertrand9318 Thanks. Add the 20% VAT for Europe and the $50 transport costs and importing will still be cheaper than the global version.

[@norelfarjun3554]

They missed an opportunity with the grip. They could easily add another battery in the empty space there. This would make the camera something that would hold a whole trip of photos and video.

[@osman_zengin]

01:20 it's easy to flash global roms, I recommend to flash Indonesia or Taiwan ROM, they have all the MIUI apps.

[@Serbofreak]

From those sample photos, and carrying the X6 Pro myself, this Xiaomi doesn't come even close.

[@yayatblind]

Wow ,,,,the videography was so clear and nice color...very awsome

[@silver-ゲームチャンネル]

I remember the days when this brand was keep recommended by my friends. Its like ' I never heard of this brand, is it trusted, is okay etc ". Out of curiosity, i tried it and until now im still using this brand as my personal and main handset. Happy to see that Xiaomi have gone this far after a few years, competing big and known companies. Nice job

[@dannywinget]

Food without me how dare you? Haha. This phone looks dope!

[@webinatic216]

The USB 3.2 is for me the highlight of this phone.

[@vicentvanmole]

What a treat ! By China, who welcome friends & business. Imagine how those leaders who currently receiving the same type & better welcoming hand . It's a great looking camera which I am glad that a phone company put camera their 1st priority which is important to me. Can afford a leica but perhaps a few of these is good to go along as I upgraded them .

[@albertbalduman]

5:42 , what's the ghost doing out there 😂

[@CHTFilms]

If they do software optimization for cinematic video mode to be as good as the lastest iPhones I am just instantly buying it!

[@Gysahll]

I really miss the Tele macro floating lens of 13 pro! Could you maybe try to show the minimum focus distance for the 3.2x and 5x camera in your full camera review? Maybe try to take a picture of a plant as close as possible, maybe it's still almost like 13pro even without floating lens, that would be very great!!

[@Thereallevan]

I am missing it too!!

[@EnzoPerez-po8vd]

Awesome review, Josh! Lipa City Philippines represent LOL

[@SlapbackGOD]

Will that grip and case be available for purchase? Looks amazing to be fair. I was wondering how no other company came up with that honestly

[@keqling7086]

i really really hope they release this phone globally, what a beast !

[@tonymurphy9112]

Fantastic video, I hope Xiaomi 13 Ultra comes to Dubai, UAE? Great Camera, would love to try it out.

[@eemix]

From the samples i saw till now, i cold say that 13 ultra doesn't have this WOW factor that could make someone who have already o top of 2023 phone.

[@KGNAjmer]

Hi Joshua, Nice to see BEN & You in each other's video of #xiaomiX13Ultra review..! Love & Best Wishes from #Ajmer, the Holy City of #India

[@HamzaElAllami]

Awesome Video Joshua. Although I also obtained mine from China, I am curious to know if you have any comprehensive instructions for removing unwanted apps and properly installing Google services. Thank you in advance.

[@RamlyJer]

Im impressed by the video quality tho.. it looks like it isn't from an android phone 😮 One more thing I like the Leica color sign

[@changelivesimages]

hey Joshua, in the launch XM claimed that it has less sharpening and showed comparison with iphone 14 and even the P60 pro, I have a p50pro just for testing harmony os and i can confirm its jpg are all over-sharpened. Is this processing unique to the Ultra 13 or is it also in the existing Pro 13?

[@JMurph2015]

Still disappointed that they didn't go for the lens mounting mechanism they have been toying with on their concept phone. I think it would be vaguely feasible to get something even as large as MFT (m4/3) on the back of a phone, if you were planning for an external lens. And replacing the smartphone lens with a real lens gets rid of maybe the worst part of smartphone camera systems.

[@TraktorTarzan]

i saw a review where they mounted a lens on to this model, shy why do you say it doesnt have it?

[@davidjfoto]

How is the audio recording? From the video that seems to be lacking? Excellent review. Hoping to buy one here in the states soon.

[@justin_704]

I WANT THIS PHONE!

[@Matt_DB]

Very Ricoh GR-ish. I like it, but the cameras, from the reviews I've seen, aren't anything to be blown away by. They're pretty much in line with top tier Galaxy and iPhone.

[@penalvesdelimajosemambuque3291]

Did you notice the missed opportunity to have a battery or speaker in that added bump? Nice coverage tough!

[@Rsp42]

Xiaomi has one the best (if not the best) cameras on their phones but software experience wise it needs a few tweaks. I still would wait for M43 sensors to appear on phones with optional lens attachment

[@ThisIsTechToday]

Ahhhh, this phone makes me so excited. 😍

[@iLeanonsyrup]

When is the global version supposed to be out? And where do we buy?

[@Sangeychhonjin]

I am watching your video / channel for the first time. But I get so many positive vibes from you. 🙂💜

[@bluespecials]

Previous models were phones that could take pictures, but the 13 Ultra was a camera that could make calls.

[@TheMrBennito]

If your claim is correct: that's what I am looking for. Quality pocket camera that can make and receive calls

[@nicknorthcutt7680]

Im grateful for these companies pushing this awesome tech :)

[@derb888]

I notice that xiaomi missed the mark when it comes to understanding the importance of front-facing cameras in today's TikTok generation. I mean, let's face it, many are fond of taking selfies and recording videos of themselves these days, especially on social media platforms like TikTok. So it's kind of a bummer that Xiaomi didn't prioritize improving their front camera capabilities in their latest release.

[@vishals7433]

no, only L use front camera

[@techr1320]

Those who use TikTok use iPhones anyway and Chinese brands likely know this

[@dnegel9546]

I don’t understand what anyone would use the inferior front facing camera instead of the rear including iphone users. All you need is a mirror.

[@gwapokogwapoko]

Its means it is not market for tiktok consumption..maybe they given it to iphone users who always on tiktok thats why..i think for market balance consumer loyalty 😅

[@chrisdals5182]

The colour wildy varies between the lenses: The output is severely oversaturated on the back cameras but undersaturated on the front camera . The camera case however is pretty awesome - makes it look like a Ricoh GR III (so may be expect a law suit soon). If they get the colour science and software right, this could be a game-changer.

[@korvydus]

Is there no macro feature? Macro photography is my personal favourite mode of photography, especially plants, insects etc. I still use the Huawei P30 Pro, which, in my opinion, is a fantastic phone.

[@sunnyquinn3962]

Of all the review, the part that caught me is when you played Twice's SET ME FREE mv 😅🍭

[@afri3021]

Great color. Great black and midtone. But sometimes overexposure on highlight and white color. Overall great for phone camera

[@breakingthewall2112]

Wish Chinese phones wouldn't always drop the ball on the selfie cameras would be perfect besides the software from Xiaomi. I think I will go with the Honor 5 pro as I can integrate it with my Huawei products more easily and I like the price and style

[@TChowdhury00]

Year after year, this brands gets into new partnership, bigger Megapixel count sensors and many more. But when will they put some importants on the software and the hardware optimisation?

[@sendhelp8441]

The day when theres no more budget options

you channel so perfect, and your video and a Xiaomi 13 Ultra to.

[@alesisng]

Hi! Wouldn't the camera lenses be damaged when we place the phone on the table? The space between the camera lense and the back part of the phone worries me

[@Towsif.noor.2004]

I have a question, the thing is, since the Photography Kit comes with a 67mm adapter, can I use 67mm DSLR lenses like Tamron or anything? Or just the 67mm filters? It's because I'm thinking of buying a camera, and if the lenses work on it, I'm gonna buy the upcoming Xiaomi 14 Ultra with the Photography Kit and necessary 67mm lenses, instead of a camera. Please lemme know.

[@rahatilkhan9160]

Joshua is like the budget Dave 2D

[@noumanburki6709]

Wow... This mobile shoot mind blowing videos... I appreciate your hard work, too...

[@loosshooz8435]

That camera attachment is synonymous with the Nokia Lumia 1020 😁😁

[@jhonythekill6082]

Apakah anda joshua android autority? Saya mengikuti anda sejak 2014. Lama tak melihatmu

[@rayamatsoleman3985]

I have Chinese custom ROM on my mi mix and android auto seems to work fine

[@유투브안함]

Is there an option to turn off intelligent noise reduction from the camera? This seems to make video audio worse.

[@alisekran1780]

Fantastic 😍😍😍

[@gbdr_ps_fan8656]

Thanks for the review. Can you shoot full-res RAWs with it?

[@hadenkriztenzen]

Woah camera is really great with natural bokeh. Front cam is a bummer though!

[@kuau714]

when shooting in "Pro" mode "RAW" can you et a full resolution file or is it always binned down 4-1

[@bertrande80]

Thanks for this - very good introduction to the phone. Question, which bloatware can you safely delete?

[@terracecar1]

A great camera, and you can even use it to make phone calls.

[@patrisninu3854]

Woow..long time no see. Last time i saw your review about samsung galaxy note 3

[@rusanchi_man]

Hello. I have a question. The video on the 13 Ultra has excessive noise reduction, making non-voice sounds unnatural. Is it possible to switch this on/off in the settings?

[@Thereallevan]

This phone with the back screen of the Mi 11 ultra without a selfie cam would be perfect. But you can't have it all 😊

[@mike-in-japan]

I'm a bit late to the party, but I just bought the Xiaomi 13 Ultra. I'm liking it so far, but after seeing your video I really want the Leica camera grip and case, it looks amazing. Is it available anywhere? I'm struggling to find it.

[@georget10i]

The jump from 8:02 to Xiaomi is so stark. I don't know what is it about smartphone cameras but they look harsh. Unpleasant.

[@nostradamus986]

Do global versions get regular updates?