{
  "id": 15840252,
  "title": "Xiaomi 18 Pro Max Now On SIRIM; May Launch With Smaller Battery And Heftier Price Tag",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/21/xiaomi-18-pro-max-now-on-sirim-may-launch-with-smaller-battery-and",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-21T02:26:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Lowyat.NET",
    "slug": "lowyat-net",
    "url": "https://www.lowyat.net/2026/407983/xiaomi-18-pro-max-sirim-smaller-battery/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Xiaomi 18 Pro Pro Max model has recently been added to the SIRIM database, indicating that it may soon be available in Malaysia. However, there are some concerns regarding the global variant of the smartphone, which may feature a smaller battery and a higher price tag. Recent leaks suggest that both the Pro Max and a smaller version will have a reduced battery capacity, with the Pro Max model featuring a 7,050mAh battery and a charging speed of 90W, down from the 100W in the Chinese variant. Additionally, the global Pro model may come with a 6,000mAh battery, also featuring a reduced 90W charging speed. The potential pricing for the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max in Europe is also concerning, with the 512GB variant reportedly costing EUR1,849 (~RM8,742), which is more expensive than the Xiaomi 17 Ultra. In Malaysia, the phone is currently priced at RM5,499 for the base model, while the Pro variant starts at RM6,499. These leaks suggest that the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max may not be as exciting as initially anticipated, with a smaller battery and a higher price point.",
  "summary": "When the Xiaomi 18 Pro series launched in China last month, the company confirmed that the smartphones will be heading to the global market this year. Although the brand has yet to disclose details on an international or Malaysian launch, the Pro Max model has appeared on the SIRIM database, suggesting that the local debut […] The post Xiaomi 18 Pro Max Now On SIRIM; May Launch With Smaller…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}