Chinese electronics powerhouse Xiaomi has announced a major R&D push, pledging 200 billion yuan (about $27.8 billion) toward core technology development through 2030. The move is aimed at strengthening Xiaomi’s in-house capabilities and reducing its dependence on external suppliers.
Lei Jun Unveils the Roadmap
Founder and CEO Lei Jun detailed the five-year investment plan at a Beijing launch event. He highlighted that the funds will fuel breakthroughs in critical areas—most notably semiconductor design, next-generation mobile processors, artificial intelligence, and 5G connectivity.
Spotlight on Semiconductors and New Products
A significant portion of the R&D budget will go into Xiaomi’s self-developed Xring01 mobile chip, marking the company’s push to master its own processor technology. The announcement coincided with the debut of Xiaomi’s first electric SUV, underlining how Beijing-headquartered Xiaomi is aligning heavy R&D spending with rapid product diversification.
Aiming for Long-Term Independence
With global competition intensifying in automotive tech, AI, and mobile hardware, Xiaomi’s five-year roadmap is designed to secure technological self-reliance and cement its status among China’s top innovators. Industry watchers believe this bold bet on R&D could reshape Xiaomi’s trajectory in both consumer electronics and emerging tech sectors.
