Key Takeaways
- The smartphone is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 processor and runs on Xiaomi's HyperOS 3 based on Android 16.
- The display is a 6.9-inch HD+ panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, 825 nits peak brightness, and protection from Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.
- It features a 7,900mAh battery with 45W wired fast charging and 22.5W reverse wired charging capabilities.
Redmi 17 5G introduced in India for budget-conscious users It boasts a 50-megapixel back camera, a 6.9-inch display, and a big 7,900mAh battery that is bigger than the global version. The gadget is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 processor and will be available for purchase on Amazon.
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Redmi 17 5G Price in India and Availability
In India, the Redmi 17 5G is available in two varieties – the basic model with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage is priced at Rs 39,999 and the higher-end variant with 8GB RAM and the same 128GB storage is priced at Rs 41,999. However, after special pricing, the net effective price for the basic variation is Rs 23,999 and Rs 26,999 for the higher-end model.
There are three vibrant colours to select from: Absolute Black, Endless Blue and Eternal Orange.
The smartphone goes on sale from September 10 and will be accessible on platforms like Amazon and the Xiaomi online store.
Redmi 17 5G Specifications and Features
The Redmi 17 5G comes with a 6.9-inch HD+ display with 720 x 1,600 pixel resolution for a great visual experience. It covers 83 per cent of the NTSC colour gamut, which means more rich and vibrant colours. The display has a maximum refresh rate of 120Hz, which ensures that motion is smooth for a better user experience, and it can reach a peak brightness of 825 nits, making it appropriate for a range of lighting settings. Additionally, the gadget has a touch sampling rate of up to 240Hz, enabling fast and responsive touch engagements.
TÜV Rheinland certifies that the display supports 16.7 million colours and is approved for reduced blue light emission (circadian-friendly and flicker-free). It is also covered by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i, which ensures resilience from scratches and impacts. Physical durability-wise, the Redmi 17 5G comes with an IP64 classification, which means it’s dust resistant and can endure splashes of water, making it a tough nut to crack in daily usage.
The Redmi 17 5G is a smartphone that operates on Xiaomi’s HyperOS 3, built on top of Android 16. The device is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 CPU paired with an Adreno GPU for graphics processing. The users might choose the configurations with up to 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM to boost the multitasking capabilities. Storage options go up to 256GB with UFS 2.2. And if you need more storage, you can add another 2TB via microSD card.
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The Redmi 17 5G has a massive 7,900mAh battery which is one of its most impressive features, letting users use the phone for a long time without needing to charge it frequently. The device supports 45W wired fast charging, which makes it easy to charge the battery quickly and 22.5W reverse wired charging, through which the smartphone can charge other devices.
The handset has a dual back camera setup that includes a 50-megapixel main shooter with an f/1.8 aperture, as well as an unnamed secondary camera. There is an 8-megapixel front camera with f/2.05 aperture for selfies and video calls. Video recording is supported up to 1080p at 30fps.
On the connectivity front, the smartphone supports 5G and 4G LTE networks along with dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC and GPS features. It also has a USB Type-C port, and it still has a 3.5mm audio connector for wired headphones. Security features include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and facial unlock capability.
