Xiaomi’s latest flagship devices, the Xiaomi 15 and 15 Pro, have taken the Chinese smartphone market by storm, emerging as the top Android flagships launched in October.
According to activation data collected through carrier networks, the Xiaomi 15 series has achieved an impressive 1.3 million activations by week 47 (spanning November 18 to November 24). This places Xiaomi well ahead of its competitors, with the second-best brand recording between 600,000 to 700,000 activations, and the third-place contender trailing at around 250,000.
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Competition Heats Up Among Chinese Smartphone Makers
The Chinese smartphone landscape has seen several high-profile launches this season. Oppo debuted the Find X8 and Find X8 Pro, while Vivo introduced three models—the X200, X200 Pro, and X200 Pro Mini. Honor also joined the race with its Magic7 and Magic7 Pro flagships. Despite this crowded arena, Xiaomi has emerged as the clear leader in consumer preference.
Oppo and Vivo Battle for Second Place
While Xiaomi leads, reports suggest Oppo and Vivo, collectively referred to as “OV” due to their shared parent company BBK Electronics, are battling for second place. Interestingly, the vanilla Oppo Find X8 is outselling the Find X8 Pro at a staggering 5:1 ratio. Meanwhile, Vivo’s diverse lineup has seen steady demand, but not enough to dethrone Xiaomi from its top spot.
Honor Rounds Out the Top Three
Honor’s Magic7 series has secured third place, showcasing the brand’s resilience in a fiercely competitive market.
Xiaomi 15 Series: A Recipe for Success
The massive popularity of the Xiaomi 15 and 15 Pro highlights the brand’s ability to deliver compelling value and features to its customers. As activations are a reliable indicator of user adoption, these figures underscore the strong consumer trust in Xiaomi’s latest flagship devices.
