Xiaomi has introduced a refreshed version of its affordable 27-inch QHD monitor, the Xiaomi A27Qi.

The original A27Qi debuted in Europe last year as a budget option aimed at work and general use. The 2026 model keeps the same overall design and specifications but introduces targeted improvements.

Display and Core Specifications

The updated A27Qi remains a 27-inch IPS monitor with a 2560 × 1440 resolution.

It offers a brightness rating of 300 nits, a 6ms grey to grey response time, and 178-degree viewing angles typical of IPS panels.

Color coverage remains unchanged at 100 percent sRGB and 95 percent DCI P3, with 8-bit color depth. The monitor also includes TÜV Rheinland-certified low blue light support and DC dimming for reduced eye strain during extended use.

Key Improvements

The 2026 model now features factory calibration with ΔE less than 1, improving out-of-the-box color accuracy. This enhancement is particularly relevant for tasks such as photo editing, design, and content creation.

Contrast ratio has increased to 1,300 to 1, which should provide slightly deeper blacks and improved detail in darker scenes compared to the previous version.

Refresh rate has also been raised to 120Hz, up from 100Hz on the earlier model. The higher refresh rate is expected to deliver smoother scrolling, interface animations, and light gaming performance.

Pricing and Availability

The monitor has launched in Thailand at THB 4,990, which is approximately $159 at current exchange rates. This represents an increase of around THB 100 over the previous generation.

Xiaomi has not confirmed availability in other markets. However, given the rollout pattern of the earlier model, broader availability may follow.

The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to be priced the same as their predecessors, according to a new research note from GF Securities analyst Jeff Pu.

Pu, who regularly reports on Apple’s supply chain developments, said his findings suggest pricing for the upcoming Pro models will remain unchanged.

Cost Pressures in the Smartphone Industry

The report comes at a time when smartphone pricing stability is uncertain. Memory production has increasingly shifted toward AI data centers, potentially affecting supply and pricing for consumer devices.

Despite these pressures, Pu said Apple is prioritizing cost management to maintain current price levels.

Supply Chain Negotiations

According to Pu’s research, Apple has been negotiating with Samsung and SK Hynix to secure favorable memory chip agreements.

Pu also expects Apple to reduce costs in other core components, including the display and camera systems, to offset any increase in RAM expenses.