Leaks hint the Xiaomi 16 Pro Max adds a rear secondary display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 power, and a 7,500 mAh battery—promising real utility, not just flash.
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Photos that surfaced online suggest Xiaomi is preparing an unconventional move for its upcoming flagship, the Xiaomi 16 Pro Max. In the images, the device stands out from familiar designs: alongside two main cameras sits an empty area that, according to rumors, could conceal a secondary display on the back.
The idea itself isn’t new. Back in 2021, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra carried a tiny auxiliary screen for notifications and selfies, though its functions were limited and felt more like a trial run. This time, sources in China claim the extra panel on the 16 Pro Max could take on more practical duties—from showing notifications and tracking activity to tapping into AI features and even enabling card swipes for payments.
Beyond the potential rear screen, the phone is tipped to impress with other specs. It’s expected to use the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and a 7,500 mAh battery—larger than the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s 5,000 mAh. Should these leaks hold up, Xiaomi could be offering more than a neat trick: a real competitive edge.
The open question is whether that display becomes a tool people rely on or slips into marketing territory. Judging by the proposed use cases, a careful execution could genuinely set Xiaomi apart and speak to those who want more than a routine refresh—something that makes a flagship feel new again.