Xiaomi may equip its upcoming flagship and sub-flagship smartphones with new Real RGB OLED displays, according to a leak shared by tipster Digital Chat Station. The 2K Real RGB OLED panels are expected to enter mass production in September and could debut with the Xiaomi 16 and Redmi K90 series.
These panels use a full RGB sub-pixel layout, allowing each red, green, and blue sub-pixel to emit light independently. This structure differs from the commonly used PenTile arrangement, which relies on fewer sub-pixels per pixel and can reduce visual clarity. The Real RGB layout minimizes pixel density loss and improves sharpness, especially in text rendering. The panel aims to match the crispness of LCD screens at the same resolution while maintaining OLED advantages such as high contrast and deep blacks.
The Real RGB OLED also addresses a key issue in traditional OLED panels: screen burn-in caused by the shorter lifespan of blue sub-pixels. TCL CSOT, which is likely the panel supplier, has reportedly improved the luminous efficiency of the blue sub-pixel to extend the overall panel life.
The leak also connects to a previous report where Xiaomi was rumored to use a new 6.59-inch ±2K LTPS flat display in the Redmi K90 series. That panel is said to feature a high pixel density and next-generation materials. The design is expected to include slim bezels and a wide aspect ratio with large-radius corners, suggesting a focus on modern aesthetics and immersive visuals.
The Redmi K80 featured a 6.67-inch AMOLED screen co-developed with TCL CSOT. The move to a slightly smaller but sharper display in the K90 series may reflect Xiaomi’s shift toward higher visual fidelity and power efficiency. Although the exact models that will use the new panels have not been confirmed, both the Xiaomi 16 and Redmi K90 are strong candidates based on timing and product positioning.
Mass production starting in September suggests that the new panels could appear in consumer devices before the end of the year.
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