Xiaomi has introduced the 17 series globally, which includes the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra variants. Both smartphones use Android 16-based HyperOS 3 and are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra stands out for its innovative 200-megapixel periscope camera with a rotating zoom dial, while the basic model has a Leica-tuned triple rear camera arrangement.
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Pricing and Availability
- The price of Xiaomi 17 is EUR 999 (approximately Rs 1,07,449) for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage model.
- Available colour options for the Xiaomi 17 include: Alpine Pink, Black, Ice Blue, and Venture Green.
- The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is priced at EUR 1,499 (approximately Rs 1,61,264) for the 16GB RAM and 512GB storage variant.
- The colour options for the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are Black, Starlit Green, and White.
Additional purchase options include the Xiaomi 17 Ultra Photography Kit priced at EUR 99.99 (approximately Rs. 10,757) and the Photography Kit Pro at EUR 199.99 (approximately Rs. 21,515).
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Specs
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has a large 6.9-inch 1.5K LTPO AMOLED display with an excellent refresh rate of 120 Hz, which improves the visual experience by providing smooth transitions and fluid response. The display can reach a maximum brightness of 1,060 nits, ensuring excellent visibility even in bright settings. Dragon Crystal Glass 3 protects the smartphone from scratches and minor impacts. Furthermore, the gadget has strong water and dust resistance ratings of IP66, IP68, and IP69, which indicate that it can tolerate tough weather conditions. The IP ratings refer to the Ingress Protection standard, which measures how well a device is protected against solid particles and liquids.
This smartphone runs the latest Android 16, especially HyperOS 3, which is meant to provide a smooth user experience. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is driven by the powerful 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 CPU, which is well-known for its efficiency and power. In addition to the CPU, the gadget contains an Adreno 840 GPU, which optimises graphics performance, making it suited for gaming and high-definition video playing. Furthermore, it has a generous 16GB of LPDDR5x Ultra RAM, allowing for efficient multitasking and improved performance. The device also has 512GB of UFS 4.1 internal storage, which provides plenty of capacity for applications, videos, and other data, increasing user ease and flexibility.
The Leica-tuned triple rear camera system includes the following:
- A 50-megapixel primary LOFIC Omnivision 1050L camera with a 1-inch sensor and optical image stabilisation (OIS).
- There is a 50-megapixel Samsung JN5 ultra-wide-angle camera.
- A 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera is also part of the rear camera setup.
- For selfies, the device is equipped with a 50-megapixel OV50M front camera.
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra comes with a large 6,000mAh battery, which increases its longevity and use time. It has outstanding 90W wired fast charging capabilities, which ensure quick charging times. In addition, the gadget enables wireless fast charging at 50W and reverse wireless charging at 22.5W, allowing for versatile charging on other compatible devices.
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It supports a variety of connectivity technologies, including 5G, 4G LTE, USB Type-C, NFC, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4, ensuring fast internet access and efficient data transfer. It is integrated with a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor for further security, providing customers with an improved authentication method.
Xiaomi 17 Specs
The Xiaomi 17 has a 6.3-inch 1.5K OLED display with a high refresh rate of 120 Hz and a touch sampling rate of up to 300 Hz. This display has a peak brightness of 3,500 nits and supports a 19.6:9 aspect ratio with a DCI-P3 colour gamut for rich colours.
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The camera system includes the following:
- Features a 50-megapixel primary camera with an f/1.67 aperture and a 23mm focal length.
- The camera system is also equipped with a 50-megapixel telephoto lens (f/2.0).
- The device also boasts a 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor (f/2.4) that offers a 102-degree field of view.
- The front-facing camera is a 50-megapixel selfie camera with an f/2.2 aperture and a 90-degree field of view.
The device has the same processor and connectivity as the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, with 12GB of LPDDR5T RAM and 256GB of internal storage. It sports a powerful 6,330mAh battery and enables fast charging via 100W wired and 50W wireless options.
