Smartphone prices have been climbing, and the next generation of flagships appears set to continue that trend.
A new leak from Weibo tipster DCS outlines potential price increases for 2027 flagship models in China.
Estimated Pricing for 2027 Flagships
The leaked prices are for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. The next-gen standard model with a 3nm chip is estimated at ¥4,999 (~$738).
A 2nm version of the standard model could cost ¥5,499 (~$812).
The Pro model is pegged at ¥5,999 (~$886), while the Pro Max may reach ¥6,999 (~$1,034).
The top-tier Ultra model is expected to be priced at ¥8,999 (~$1,329).
Basis for the Estimates
DCS based these figures on historical price movements. For instance, the Find X8s launched at ¥4,199, and the Find X9 at ¥4,399.
Similarly, the X200s was ¥4,199, and the X300 at ¥4,399.
Typically, a major iteration costs ¥100–¥300 more than the preceding semi-iterative model.
The X300s, a semi-iterative release, launched at ¥4,999 this year, leading DCS to estimate a starting price of ¥4,999 for the next iterative model.
Cost Pressures Behind the Increases
Component costs are a key driver.
Qualcomm is reportedly paying about 24% higher rates to TSMC for newer chips, contributing to higher flagship prices.
LPDDR5X DRAM costs have already risen by 5%, with further increases expected.
Manufacturers are also shifting production toward high-bandwidth memory for AI infrastructure, reducing supply for smartphones and adding cost pressure.
Brands like OnePlus, Nothing, and Xiaomi have already raised prices in India by ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 for similar reasons.
These figures remain estimates from a tipster and are not confirmed. However, pricing history and supply chain context lend them some credibility.
