100
GSMCritic Camera Score
104
Users' Score
#14
Best Camera
Reviews
Overall rating and the reviews that impact it
86
GSMCritic Rate
Very Good
Pros
Camera
Exceptional camera performance: The quad-camera setup delivers spectacular photo and video results.
Unique camera grip accessory: Enhances the phone’s usability as a compact camera, making it ideal for photographers.
Impressive video recording: The phone's camera excels not just in photography but also in capturing high-quality videos.
Stylish aesthetic: A camera-like aesthetic, especially appealing to photography enthusiasts.
Innovative design for camera use: The camera grip accessory makes it easier to use the phone like a camera.
Feature-packed camera app: Includes an array of photography and video recording modes to suit various creative needs.
Performance
Top-tier performance: Lightning-fast processing, suitable for power users and gamers.
Efficient multitasking: Handles demanding apps and tasks effortlessly, making it ideal for heavy users.
Immersive gaming experience: Performance doesn’t throttle even under heavy loads, making it great for gaming.
Design
Premium build quality: High-quality materials make the phone feel premium and durable.
Refined design improvements: Meaningful upgrades in design for a sleeker, more functional device.
Display
Vibrant AMOLED display: Rich colors and excellent brightness for an immersive viewing experience.
Battery
Fast charging support: Allows for quick battery top-ups.
Software
Fluid and smooth HyperOS: Provides a seamless user experience.
Cons
Camera
Camera grip accessory is an extra expense: Although useful, the accessory adds to the overall price, making the phone even more costly.
Expensive for casual users: The phone's high cost and camera-centric features may not be fully utilized by casual or non-photography-focused users.
Camera grip adds bulk: While useful, the accessory can make the phone bulkier and less portable for everyday use.
Performance
Overheating issues: During prolonged, intensive tasks like gaming, the phone tends to overheat.
Throttling under extreme load: While performance is strong, the phone may struggle during prolonged intense activities, leading to overheating.
Design
Bulky design: The phone’s shape is not compact and can be awkward or uncomfortable for some users to handle.
Battery
Average battery life: Doesn’t compare favorably to other flagship phones, especially for heavy users.
Battery issues under heavy load: Battery drains quickly during tasks like gaming or when the phone overheats after prolonged use.
Price
High price: Comparatively expensive, even more so than competitors like the Galaxy S24 Ultra.
Overpriced in some regions: The phone’s price varies by region, sometimes being prohibitively expensive.
Software
HyperOS feels unfamiliar: For users switching from more common operating systems like Android or iOS, HyperOS might require an adjustment period.
Lack of long-term software support: May not appeal to those who value extended software updates for their devices.
Availability
Limited global availability: The phone is not available in all regions, limiting its reach.
Pre-installed apps: The phone comes with unnecessary pre-installed apps that some users may find annoying or intrusive.
Rankings
Where Xiaomi 14 Ultra stands in 2024
Best Phone Of 2024
#11
Highest Optical Zoom
#4
Largest Screen
#36
Smallest Screen
#40
Lightest
#53
Thinnest
#66
Fastest Charging
#16
Highest Screen Ratio
#39
Cheapest
#53
Camera Rate
100
